Lori Ballen

Lori Ballen is the licensed owner of Lori Ballen Team Las Vegas. Her real estate license number is S.0075212.LLC with Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas, 9420 W. Sahara #100, Las Vegas, NV 89117. 702-604-7739.
Living in Las Vegas

5 Best Holiday Light Shows in Las Vegas & Henderson

One of the best ways to brighten up the holiday season is to attend one of the best holiday light shows in Las Vegas or Henderson. Las Vegas is a city of lights every day of the year, but residents pull out all the stops when it comes to celebrating the winter holidays. Glittering Lights

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How to Dispose of a Christmas Tree

Cut trees lend their aroma to the season, infusing the home with the scents of Christmas, but what can you do when the holiday is over, and you can’t box or plant your tree. Here are some simple tips on how to dispose of a Christmas tree. Don’t Wait Too Long First, don’t wait for

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Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – November 2018

Here’s a look at the Las Vegas Real Estate Market for November 2018. According to statistics released by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS® (GLVAR), there is a 2.7 months supply of real estate inventory for single-family homes. This number is up 12.5 percent from last year at this time. Let’s take a closer look at the Las

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Living in Las Vegas

5 Best Choices for Christmas Light Installation in Las Vegas

The holiday season is here, and you don’t want to be left behind in the celebrations because Christmas is best celebrated big, bold, and bright. This is made possible through the installation of fascinating Christmas lights, and here are some of the best choices for Christmas light installation in Las Vegas. Lighting Las Vegas Location:

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Cost of Living in Las Vegas
Living in Las Vegas

How Much Does it Cost to Live in Las Vegas?

I’ve lived in Las Vegas since I was 5. I raised 2 beautiful daughters and lived in homes as large as 4000 square feet and as small as a condo around 600 square feet. So how much does it cost to live in Las Vegas? 1-2 people should cost around $2000 – $3000 average a

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Best Pumpkin Patches in Las Vegas

One of the staples of any Fall celebration or decoration is the pumpkin. We love to carve them up for Halloween fun. They make a colorful addition to table spreads, and they add a bit of festive flair to our porches. Of course, we can’t forget about the addition to our favorite pumpkin recipes. Knowing

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Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – October 2018

Here’s a look at the Las Vegas Real Estate Market for October 2018. According to a report released by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS® (GLVAR), the percentage of homes sold in 30 days or less increased to 70.1 percent this month when compared to this same time last year. Let’s take a closer look at the Las

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Living in Las Vegas

Things to Do in Las Vegas During the Fall

The cooler weather of Fall gives us a chance to enjoy being outside and spending time with family and friends. Las Vegas is a city that is alive with so many things to do. From autumn flower sales to the most intense haunted houses in Las Vegas for Halloween, Lori Ballen Team has put together

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Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – September 2018

Here’s a look at the Las Vegas Real Estate Market for September 2018. According to a report released on September 7th by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS® (GLVAR), the current low inventory numbers should improve as we move into the end of the year and beginning of next year. Let’s take a closer look at the Las

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Quick Snapshot of the 89138 Las Vegas Real Estate Market
Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

89138 Home Prices

Enjoy this quick market snapshot of the 89138 Zip Code. View average home prices for current listings, pending contracts, and recently sold houses. While this is only a quick view, you can request a regularly updated report using the form below.

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Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – August 2018

Here’s a look at the Las Vegas Real Estate Market for August 2018. According to a report released on August 7th by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS® (GLVAR), the housing inventory for this area is looking better than it has in recent months. There’s also a pause in rising house prices. Let’s take a closer look at

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Greater Las Vegas Appreciation Map

The Greater Las Vegas area is made up of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, NV. This map shows appreciation for all sales zip code for Clark County, NV.  Click here to learn more about the Las Vegas Real Estate Market.

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Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – July 2018

Here’s a look at the Las Vegas Real Estate Market for July 2018. According to a report released on July 6th by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS® (GLVAR), the real estate market continues to struggle with low inventory in Las Vegas. However, housing prices are showing an increase of 12.7 percent from this time last year. Let’s

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Selling a Home in Las Vegas

What Is The Normal Commission For A REALTOR? [Video]

As a real estate agent team, we are often asked What Is The Normal Commission For A Realtor. The answer is: There isn’t one. The commission is always negotiable. You’ll find listing agents for 1% commission, others for 6% and even 10%. There are also variable commissions which you’ll learn more about in this video.

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Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – June 2018

Here’s a look at the Las Vegas Real Estate Market for June 2018. According to a report released on June 7th by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS® (GLVAR), we may see a peak in the rising prices within the next couple of months. Inventory is still low with a 1.5 month supply of homes available. Let’s take a

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Home Buying

Buying After A Short Sale

Some VA lenders will consider your loan application when buying a house after a short sale as little as one month after a short sale if you have not been late on any mortgage payments before the short sale closing date and you have rebuilt a credit score of 660 or above.

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Selling a Home in Las Vegas

What Is a Sellers Market?

You’ve probably heard the terms “buyer’s market” and “seller’s market” when it comes to real estate. These terms seem fairly straightforward – a buyer’s market favors the buyer, while a seller’s market favors the seller.

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Home Buying

Buying in a Sellers Market

Buying a home is one of the most exciting and rewarding things you can do. When you home shop, the market will usually favor the seller or the buyer. Buying in a seller’s market requires expert navigation.

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