Blog

Welcome to the Lori Ballen Team Real Estate Blog. Everything you want to know about real estate, home values, featured listings, home maintenance, home repair, and so much more.

Couple is smiling and looking over at the new house they bought. Words next to them read buying a house after a short sale
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.

Continue Reading
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.

Continue Reading
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.

Continue Reading
Clean booedroom, ceiling fan, dark flooring, light colored bed, freshly painted walls at 4123 HALFMOON BAY Drive Las Vegas, NV 89115
Featured LIstings

4123 HALFMOON BAY Drive Las Vegas, NV 89115

4123 HALFMOON BAY Drive Las Vegas, NV 89115 is an Immaculate 3 bed/3 bath home nestled in a gated community with a pool for under $200k! Recently remodeled! Beautiful new laminate floors, freshly painted, dual sinks in the master bath with a large soaking tub! This home will not disappoint! Perfect for an investor or a first time home buyer!

Continue Reading
David Lamer Las Vegas Real Estate Agent
Blog

David Lamer, your Las Vegas Real Estate Agent

Well, everyone, David Lamer here with Keller Williams, Las Vegas, Real Estate, the Lori Ballen Team. The other day I was asked a question why you should choose David Lamer as your real estate agent? Well, when you work with me, you’re working with an agent whose only goal is your success, success in purchasing

Continue Reading
1712 Shadow Bay Court, Front of house, small green yard
Featured LIstings

1712 SHADOW BAY Court North Las Vegas, NV 89032

1712 SHADOW BAY Court North Las Vegas, NV 89032  is a recently updated home on a large lot. It offers 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms plus a 1/2 bath, Mother-In-Law Quarters, Screened in Sunroom, Custom Kitchen with granite counter tops, Stainless Steel Appliances and much more. View Photo Gallery $345,000 Mortgage Calculator Listing ID: 1990013 Status: Active Bedrooms: 4 Bed Total Baths: 4 Bath Full

Continue Reading
Checkered race flag is on a banner with a burgandy box with letters that spell out Homes Near The Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Things to Do in Las Vegas

Welcome to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Las Vegas motor speedway sits on a 1200 acre of land, 15 miles northeast of the famous Las Vegas Strip. Millions of people throng there to indulge themselves in gambling and recreational activities such as the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Continue Reading
Things to Do in Summerlin

Summerlin Events in 2018

Each year there are dozens of events taking place in Summerlin. To enjoy them, you will need a Summerlin residents card to gain access to community centers where many of these events take place. Here’s a list of events.

Continue Reading

The Southern Nevada Health District

South Nevada Hospital Mailing Address Southern Nevada Health District P.O. Box 3902 Las Vegas, NV 89127 The Southern Nevada Health District is a public hospital and is tasked with promoting health and well-being of the environment in South Nevada. The health organization offers several services to the people and visitors of South Nevada including administration,

Continue Reading
Living in Las Vegas

Living in Las Vegas, Las Vegas Weather

Las Vegas, Nevada, is one of the most popular places to visit in the United States. It isn’t a place that’s just for indoor enjoyment, though. There are many things to do on the outside, too. Fortunately, Las Vegas has outdoor-friendly temperatures year round. Here’s a quick summary of the types of temperatures you can

Continue Reading
Small child, age 3-5 has her face painted in orange and yelow with whiskers, like they might do at a Springs Preserve Event
Things to Do in Las Vegas

Springs Preserve in Las Vegas

These events provide an opportunity for families, visitors, and the community an opportunity to come together and experience the Springs Preserve’s grounds and facilities through art, music, activities, tours and educational programs.

Continue Reading
Strong looking woman who appears to be a business professional, possibly real estate agent is wearing a grey suit standing in front of a man on a computer
Blog

Questions to Ask when Finding a Real Estate Agent

With over 2.5 million real estate agents out there finding the right one for your transaction is tough. Interviewing potential candidates is the only way to go when finding a Real Estate Agent with the personality, credentials, and experience to really fight your corner. 

Continue Reading
Young woman has her hand on her chin and looks like she is wondering something, words next to her are "7 questions to ask when buying a house"
Home Buying

7 Questions to Ask When Buying a House [Bonus Video]

As a homebuyer, an open house can be an incredibly valuable way to check out real estate that you might be interested in. In addition to being able to look around the house without the pressure of a seller looking over your shoulder, you’ll be able to speak with the real estate agent in order to obtain

Continue Reading
Things to Do in Las Vegas

GameWorks

This is a game lovers paradise, with an 8,700 square foot arcade floor, a multi-player online computer gaming area, eight lanes for bowling, and more! Games include Star Wars, Pac-Man, Typhoon, Tekken 5, and Mario Bros. GameWorks Location: 6587 Las Vegas Blvd. South #171, Las Vegas, NV 89119 Phone: 702-978-4263 Hours: Sunday – Thursday from

Continue Reading
Black Background, bright yellow drawings of a house, magnifying glass, spreadsheet, and words spell out southwest las vegas ballen housing market news
Housing Market Trends

Southwest Las Vegas Zip Code Report

Here’s what’s happening in the Southwest Las Vegas Real Estate Market. We’ve taken the time to provide home sales and inventory reports for each the Southwest area. If you are looking to buy or sell a house in Southwest Las Vegas, Contact us. Active Listing Volume Month Active Listings, $ Volume Jan $1,323,957,372 Feb $1,333,815,611

Continue Reading
Jammyland Bar is showing front entrance and cocktails
Things to Do in Las Vegas

Jammyland, Reggae Lounge in Downtown Las Vegas

Come visit Las Vegas’s newest watering hole in the Arts District – Jamaican themed lounge Jammyland. With a welcoming front and back patio seating arrangement, including large, sharable fire pits, and funky stringed lighting reminiscent of island décor, Jammyland is an inviting oasis. Back To Top You won’t just find funky artwork and vivid coloring

Continue Reading
Child is swinging on a yellow swing at the park and smiling or laughing
Things to Do in Summerlin

Faiss Community Park and Aquatic Center in Summerlin

If you are looking for an amazing destination for family fun around Las Vegas, Faiss Community Park, and Aquatic Center is a great choice. This eight-acre park has numerous social amenities that play a major role in making the Summerlin community such a coveted place to live. With a huge playground, BBQ area, and an

Continue Reading
Blog

How Far is Los Angeles from Las Vegas

Los Angeles is about a 4 hour to 5 hour drive from Las Vegas depending on traffic. It’s around 270 miles depending on your start and end point. By plane, the shortest flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas is 43 minutes and 236 miles. Looking to Buy or Sell Real Estate in Las Vegas

Continue Reading
Best of Las Vegas

Bally’s Las Vegas Pool

What does the Pool Offer? The Blu Pool is an oversized outdoor swimming pool at Bally’s las vegas. Relax, and soak in the rays while you are catered to by poolside cocktail service. Enjoy DJ music, frozen cocktails, and reservable cabanas. 12′ deep pool Cabanas with personal service includes television, lounge chairs, fresh fruit, dining

Continue Reading