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Living in Las Vegas

99 Things to Do in Las Vegas for Valentine’s Day

  Las Vegas is a phenomenal place to visit any time of year, but when you’re wanting to woo your loved one and celebrate romance, Las Vegas is the place to be! Celebrate with your sweetheart in Las Vegas this Valentine’s Day. Here’s a comprehensive list of 99 Things to do in Las Vegas this Valentine’s

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The 34 Best, Most Honest Mechanics as Voted by the Locals

How to Choose From time to time most people need the services of a mechanic for their beloved motor. Choosing the right car or truck mechanic can be extremely difficult especially for individuals who are not mechanically savvy. When it comes to keeping your automobile running smoothly, finding, a good, trustworthy mechanic in Las Vegas

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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!

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