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5 Ways to Get a Running Start on Thanksgiving Day in Las Vegas
Everybody loves a good Thanksgiving feast, but let's be honest – it's not a tradition that does our waistlines any favors. So if you're looking for a way to burn off a few extra calories this holiday season, you're in luck.
Our real estate agents are here to let you know that these five runs, walks and races will get your Thanksgiving off to a running start in the Las Vegas area. They represent an opportunity not only to get some exercise before your Thanksgiving dinner but also to help out some great causes. So let's get moving!
- Las Vegas Turkey Trot (Boulder City, NV)
The Las Vegas Turkey Trot follows a beautiful course along the Historic Railroad Trail, passing through Six Tunnels to Hoover Dam, and providing incredible views overlooking Lake Mead. This half marathon, 12K, 5K, 1-mile stroll and relay kicks off bright and early on November 22 – Thanksgiving Morning – with packet pick-up starting at 6:30 and a half marathon getting underway at 7:30. Refreshments will be provided at the finish line.
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10 Tips for Selling Your Home Over the Holidays
Will you be selling your home over the holidays? If so, you should know that selling during this super-busy time of year can be challenging in some ways, but it can have advantages too. You'll probably have less competition for buyers than you would in the spring or summer, and people shopping Las Vegas homes for sale over the holidays are typically serious about making a deal quickly, often wanting to close by year-end to maximize tax advantages. To help you make the most of your marketing efforts, here are 10 tips for selling your home over the holidays:
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Spruce up your home's exterior
Creating great curb appeal can take a little more work this time of the year. That means that more of your home's exterior may be visible, so make sure that view is attractive. Touch up any peeling paint, replace any missing or damaged shingles on the roof, make sure gutters are clear and clean up the yard and walkways.
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Buying a House: 6 Must-Dos Before Closing Day
It's almost closing day, and you've reached the top of the mountain, so now all that's left is planting your flag, grabbing your keys, and moving into your new home. Well almost. Your closing day doesn't have to be stressful when you prepare ahead of time.
Our real estate agents love helping clients cross the home-buying finish line. We've got six tips to help you prepare for closing day.
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Home Buying Budget: Expenses Above & Beyond Your Down Payment
Working out your home-buying budget before you begin shopping for your new home is essential. After all, nobody wants to waste time touring homes for sale in Las Vegas only to discover they cannot afford to buy their dream home. So what goes into working out an accurate home-buying budget? Budgeting for the down payment is the big-ticket expense home buyers tend to think of first, but there are other out-of-pocket expenses you're likely to face during the home-buying process. Our REALTORS® have created this list of some of the additional fees you should include in your home-buying budget:
- Inspection Fees
When you find the house that you want to be your new home, you will need to schedule at least one professional inspection to ensure that you have a reliable assessment of its condition. This is done after you have made an offer on a home and that offer has been accepted by the seller and is an essential step in protecting your interests. It is also often required by lenders to protect their interests. A general inspection of the home is the first step. If potential problems are found, other inspections may be necessary, such as a once-over from a termite specialist, for instance, or a perhaps sewer inspection. Depending upon your particular circumstances, you may spend anywhere from a few hundred to a thousand dollars or more on inspections.
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6 Reasons to List Your Las Vegas Home This Fall
Conventional wisdom says that spring and summer are the best times to list a home for sale. The warmer months are the peak of the real estate season, but there's a downside – the market is crowded with other homes, and it's hard to get noticed. In fall, it's a different story.
There are a lot of benefits to listing your Las Vegas home for sale in the fall, so don't miss out on the opportunity to take advantage of this underrated season! Here's why the coming months offer the perfect opportunity to sell your home:
- Fall Means Less Competition
Compared to the crowded market of summer, fall is relatively wide open, which means your house is more likely to get noticed. Less competition can pay off big time, and with fewer listings on the market, it's much more likely that yours will get the attention it deserves.