Count down to - New Year 2009!... Certainly most expected and feared by many. This will be the New Year most feared since 2000 when everybody thought the turn of the millennium would produce global chaos. This time the fear is focused on worldwide economic downturn.
But not in Las Vegas... This eternal fun, exciting, glitzy, unleashed and unconventional city is in his way to put out the biggest show in the world! It gets no better than New Year's in Las Vegas...
Officials from the Las Vegas Convention, LVCVA and Las Vegas Events met with the city representatives and Fireworks to design the details for NEW YEAR 2009 firework, an amazing citywide festivity planned for New Years Eve.
More than 29,000 pyrotechnics will be fired from different locations during 8 minute, 10 second display locations include: the Mandalay Bay Convention Center Lot, Las Vegas Luxor Parking Lot, MGM Grand Parking Garage, Caesars Palace Parking Garage, Treasure Island Valet Parking Garage, Las Vegas Convention Center Gold Parking Lot, Stratosphere Parking Garage, and Fremont Street Experience.
Hi Everyone Arina here, wanting to wish all of you THE HAPPIEST OF NEW YEARS! I thought this might be a better way to wish all of you a Happy holiday season since I was not much around here, on ActiveRain, lately. I only want you to know that I did not forget all of you and specially my good friends who, over the years, were an inspiration and motivation for me to be my best.
I want to wish a Happy New Year to everyone at ActiveRain. I pray that the coming year will bring lot of peace, happiness, joy, health, prosperity and wealth in everyone's life.
My wish for each of you would be all the love you can handle , all the money you could spend and enough happyness to fill a hundred life times. Friends that will endure all time. And a great family to share it all with!!! Wishing you not just smile but laughter, not just happiness but pure joy, not just wealth but heavens treasure and above all a happy great New Year for you and your loved one!
Life itself is a challenge that we ought to face. You lose some, you win some, but if you never give up, you will discover that sacrifices have the greatest rewards!
Sometimes, God breaks our spirit to save our soul.
He breaks our heart to make us whole.
He sends us pain so we can be stronger.
Sometimes, He sends us failure so we can be humble.
He takes everything away from us so we can learn the value of everything we have.
There is nothing more refreshing than the white snow... specially in Vegas. It is magic, quiet and simply magic. Today's winter storm brought heavy snow to the Spring Mountains and the Red Rock Canyon area spreading down to Summerlin and even in few areas of Las Vegas Valley.
Las Vegas is not used to the White Christmas but today it was a quiet extraordinary disply of beauty and tranquil snow. In fact, the three snowiest months occurred in the Las Vegas Valley in the 20th Century, according to weather service records. The most snowfall was recorded in January 1949, followed by January 1974 with and January 1979.
Here are few images of what today RedRock-Summerlin encountered... Enjoy!
The holidays are down time in the real estate industry. The real estate market begins slow after Halloween, drops off drastically a week or two before Thanksgiving and doesn't start picking up again in late January...
It's that time of year again, when into the last month of the year we squeeze Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, New Year's Eve. Throw into that mix a big dose of unrealistic expectations and harsh economical struggle and no wonder that along with "peace on earth, goodwill toward men," come anxiety, exhaustion, and depression. With all that is going on in the Real Estate market this winter is going to be, most probably, very slow and blue. So why not to get busy instead of getting blue? Maybe this year is time to do something no one else is doing. Takes some research and little work... but it is a time well spend, while you have extra time now is the time to do it.
Focus on the next year... Promote your businessand services by designing great brochure with relevant informations of your comunity along with your AD.
List the community events that happen annually (you can include the holiday's events too). Call the appropriate entities and get this year's dates for each event. Write a small note about each one,(only few good words) telling visitors and new residents why they should attend them. List them according to date.
Note the names and addresses of recreational facilities in your community. The gym, the shooting range, the bowling alley, the movie theaters, etc. Put down everything that comes in the category of "fun". Do the same thing: write a small note on each one and make them sound attractive.
Get a copy of a good map of the community and start marking each of these events and facilities on the map. Seeing them all marked in will give you a sense of how to proceed. You may use graphic bullets or numbers differentiating the events from the recreational facilities. (2 different colors will make it) or if the map is not to crowded put names on the map. If you use numbers create a small legend for name,location and rest of info.
Be sure to put your office location on the map... perhaps with a bright red star!
Reserve a space for your ad, making sure that it showcases the benefit of choosing you. Concentrate in making your ad very attractive and professionally looking. Don't forget to include your picture in the ad. And of course, in large bold print, list the fact that this brochure is presented compliments of... YOU.
It is a great source to design and print these brochures on line.
It is fast, inexpensive and provides many layouts to design your AD. You can create it in minutes and the quaity of graphics are great!
If you still want to save money to print these brochures, it is a good idea to choose a few other business in your area who offer services and approach them about placing an ad along with yours. Since you do all the work, and holidays are around the corner, we'll be surprised how many would love to join you. Think about motels and restaurants in particular, because you'll be mailing these brochures to new customers coming in from other communities.
If you don't want to bear the cost alone, you should have no trouble getting some of these service to kick in for printing in exchange for a nice block ad on this map. They might even be willing to give you discount coupons to give as additional gifts at closing of your real estate transaction.
Once finished, you can offer copies of this handout to gas stations, motels, and restaurants as a service to their customers - so that any person who arrives in town without having chosen a Realtor will learn about you first.
This event captured the imagination of millions... in the expectation of - not
only the Presidential Inauguration - but the beauty and glamour that moment can
bring. It is the right time for a big show? ... With all the bad news overseas
and in the financial world the country needs a celebration and an Obama
inauguration is as good a one as any. But opinions are divided of-course and
many people are simply to overwhelmed with economical struggle, to really
appreciate the event. On the other hand it's important to commemorate the
inauguration of President-Elect Obama in a suitable fashion.
The Hip-Hop
Inaugural Ball, galas and other festivities that will mark the dawning of the
Obama administration. This year’s show, which will be held at the
Ritz-Carlton, Washington D.C., will feature designs from some of the school’s
most prominent alumni, including Leanne Marshall, Project
Runway’s season-five winner, and Nick Verreos, a
contestant on the show’s 2005 season.
Many Americans eagerly await a glimpse of their first
lady's ball gown and will be scrutinized around the world, just as first
ladies' gowns have been for hundreds of years.
From the First Lady Caroline Harrison whose inaugural dress "caused
a great deal of comment because they were the first all American-made
gowns to be worn to an inauguration." According to Edith Mayo curator
emeritus of the First Ladies exhibit at the Smithsonian's National Museum
To Jacqueline Kennedy's who designed her inaugural dress herself
and took it to Bergdorf Goodman to be made. (Mrs. Kennedy had a remarcable flair for fashion and the American public adored.)
And down the line, to all the first ladies whom inaugural dresses were
the object of much screening, it's become an American tradition and much expectation to see how they capture the moment. The glamour and style of
the first lady is a major player of a lasting impression the new presidential couple will carry on the White House.
1. The tower is designed by Skidmore, Owings and Merrill -Sta.
Monica- Los Angeles, who also designed the
Sears Tower in
Chicago and the
Freedom Tower in
New
York City, among numerous other famous high-rises.
The design of Burj Dubai is a combination of patterns embodied in
Islamic architectureand the abstracted version of the flower
Hymenocallis.
( footprint of the building )
As the tower rises from the base,
setbacks occur at each element in an upward spiraling pattern,
decreasing the cross section in steps as it reaches toward the sky.
The Height of Burj Dubai is being kept private, and
will not be told until it is complete. According to the developers, it
will be the tallest building on earth. The tower, at its tallest point,
sways a total of 1.2 m (3.9 ft)
Building Uses:mixed use, communication, hotel,
observation, office, residential, retail.
2.
Designed by Spanish architect
Santiago Calatrava and is being developed by Shelbourne Development Group, Inc.
The Chicago Spire is the latest in a series of super-tall projects
proposed and erected since the mid 1990's. The tallest
building in the United States as well as the Western Hemisphere
As with many of his designs, Calatrava has been inspired by themes and
designs from nature.
For the design of the building, he created the structure of an imaginary
smoke spiral coming up from a campfire near the Chicago River projecting
to the sky in a spiral form of a snail shell.
The Chicago Spire tower will incorporate world-class sustainable
engineering aplications to meet the Gold standard of Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design certification.
Building Uses:mixed use, hotel, office,
residential.
Las Vegas Condominium Sale - Condo in Las Vegas - Las VegasLuxury Condos - Condos for SALE
The ultra-elegant, west-side condo project, One Queensridge Place, is located adjacent to the Badlands Golf Course in the Summerlin area, right across the street from the Suncoast resort, in the West-end of Las Vegas near Summerlin.
Location: 9755 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89117-7536
Strikingly different from the Vegas strip glitzy, neon lifestyle -One Queensridge Place- has created a new footprint in the sand... Something exquisite and unique a place of European elegance and sophistication. The distinctive architecture of -One Queensridge Place- is resemblance of the Art Nouveau Movement that blossomed in Europe at the turn of the Twentieth Century.
One Queensridge Place, a distinctive and extraordinary residential environment, offering breathtaking views and lights of the Las Vegas strip as well as the beautiful vistas of the Red Rock mountains.
Price range: $1,800,000 - $20,000,000
Size: 2200 - 16000 ft2 (204 - 1486 m2)
Number of bedrooms: 3, 4, 5, 6
Number of stories: 20
Balconies: All units feature a balcony/terrace
Architect: JMA Architecture Studios
Developer: Queensridge Towers, LLC
Amenities include:
25-seat media room
3 casita homes available for use by guests of residents
Abundant social opportunities
Attentive concierge service
Barbeque area
Conference rooms
Elegant Lobby
Great room with billiards, a bar and lounge area
Indoor lap pool
Intimate card room
Many homes enjoy direct elevator access from the parking levels
Outdoor swimming pool
Residential parking includes indoor private garages
Retreat room
Roman Spa that rivals distinguished health and fitness facilities around the globe
Wine cellar with private wine storage and dining area
One Queensridge Place - Request More Information
This is a rapidly changing market with projects and inventory changing daily, for the most up-to date information call:
Excellent post!... It is the first time I read on Active Rain such straightforward, honest and hard core reality talk. Knowledge, strategizing and preparation is the key power... Well taken points to remember and follow closely.
REAL ESTATE AGENTS AND BROKERS NEED TO GET A GRIP ON REALITY AND LEARN THE FACTS ABOUT THE HOUSING INDUSTRY IS IN RECESSION. BY ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL NEWS REPORTS, IT IS REAL.
A recent opinion based survey conducted by INMAN on December 1st shows that I am not alone in my opinion that the recovery from this housing industry recession may take several years.
However, I don't rely on opinions or platitudes. I rely onFACTS.
My word means everything in the world to me. I will not mislead the consumer.
FACT OR FICTION? It is not in my nature to harp, kick that dead horse, or be pessimistic. However, when it comes to the housing market and the real estate industry, I rely on HARD CORE REAL ESTATE. I RELY ON MY OWN RESEARCH of the FACTS. Numbers do not lie.
Property values are down.
Sales volume is down.
Consumer traffic is down.
Unemployment is up.
The economy is in recession.
Relating the above isn't pessimism. It is the result of reality based observation of the facts of my market which is Maryland and Northern Virginia. Thanks to ActiveRain, I also have a window into local markets across the country.
OUR BROKERS CAN LEAD. For the survival of agents in our business, it is critical that brokers come to grips with reality. If the agents and brokers who interact with the public continue to present a rosy picture to the consumer, we will lose all credibility with the home buying and selling consumer. We sold a lot of real estate when home prices were escalating faster than the contracts could close and buyers were realizing a 20% gain the next year. We can also sell a lot of real estate today, if we accept the fact that the housing industry is in recession and use that information to formulate our personal business plans.
TURN THIS HOUSING RECESSION INTO OPPORTUNITY TIME.
If we face reality and understand that the housing market is a reflection of the national economy, we will have some credibility throughout the recovery, when it comes, and it will come.
FACT: The economy is in recession.
FACT: The housing market is in recession.
FACT: Foreclosures and short sales are an increasing percentage of active listings of homes for sale and and will continue to increase as home valuations continue to fall, unemployment continues to rise and the government continues to rescue the banks and Wall Street and leaves the average home owner to fend for themselves.
FACT: Americans are a home ownership society. Paying rent on property owned by investors is not an attractive proposal to most consumers. Even if home owners understand that they will not realize high equity gains for some years, owning a home offers a quality of life that Americans desire. We're an independent society and having control of our home drives many home buyers.
FACT: Many home owners will be unable to sell their homes because the property will not appraise for more than market value which, in many cases, is far less than the mortgage balance. The move-up market is non-existent for the vast majority of home owners. Since the move-up market has historically been a large percentage of real estate sales, agents and brokers need to focus marketing dollars and energy on alternative market segments. That fact will result in fewer sales and reducing sales dollar volume. This will also probably result in a reduction in the numbers of licensees competing for the reduced number of home buyers.
FACT: Relief from the government will be targeted to segments of the market that are already in distress leaving millions of home owners hostage to a property with a mortgage balance higher than the market value of their home, making sale of the property impossible.
ALL OF THE ABOVE CANNOT BE SUGAR COATED BY REAL ESTATE PRACTITIONERS.
However, real estate agents and brokers can survive the market recession if we are smart and quick on our feet. How?
1. Sell those foreclosures. First time home buyers and buyers looking for good prices are excited about the discounted prices offered by foreclosed properties. Many of the foreclosures on the market today are in locations and communities popular with home buyers. Learn how to prepare our buyers
2. Sell short sales. These properties are discounted and the appraisal are a guide to the bank's willingness to accept far less than present day market prices.
3. Sell financing. Look for marketing opportunities with special financing for home buyers. First time home buyer financing can make sales happen. Research grant programs for lower income buyers and first time home buyers. They are out there.
4. Research loan officers. Form relationships with lenders who are willing to offer special financing opportunities for your home buyers. If a loan officer or mortgage company is not willing to help find more than the usual financing, find one that will.
5. Get a grip on your market. Last year's market is gone. Accept the fact that our average sale price is going to be reduced dramatically for the foreseeable future. Homes that were selling for $450,000 3 years ago are now selling for $300,000. Expect to have to work harder to maintain gross sales volume with the reduced sale prices.
6. Examine your household budget. It may be necessary to adapt a more modest life style to survive as a real estate sales person in this housing recession.
7. Learn from the success of others. Bryan Tutas has, in the two years I've known him, changed his broker model at least 3 times. Broker Bryant's advice is hard work.
WHAT IS YOUR JOB GOING TO BE IN 2010? We, real estate agents and brokers, can survive and thrive this housing recession if we are smart, know the market and be willing to do what works, not necessarily do what we have always done.
It's that time of the year!... Time to smile, time to relax, time to share the moments of joy and time to feel like a kid again. For few magic days we leave the worries and stress behind and enjoy every moment, embracing the glory the beauty of peace and happiness... We have the Christmas to remind us that life is still good and we have plenty to be thankful for.
Christmas is beautiful time everywere but if you travel to Las Vegas there are few places that you must visit, would leave a remarkable impression... Las Vegas, known for its bright lights, glows even brighter during the holiday season. Since the visitor count is lower than usual, the Entertainment Capital of the World is also less expensive on most days from December 15 through Jan. 05.
Start the holidays tour from sparkling themes to Bellagio
* Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Where: Bellagio Hotel Admission: Free
The indoor conservatory, with its high glass ceiling and live plant garden, will blow you away. The craftsmanship that went into constructing the little details of the Bellagio are fascinating. After you look down, look up. The Italian etched glass that adorns the open ceilings is absolutely breathtaking.Most tasteful decoration honors go to the Bellagio, where the centerpiece of the hotel's conservatory is an elegantly trimmed tree that reaches toward the area's glass roof.
Christmas trees decorate Bellagio, Caesars Palace and all other hotels, Special Shows and Shopping at the newTown Square Center Add Dazzle to the Strip's Bright Lights.
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* Winter Lights Festival Where: Las Vegas Springs Preserve When: Hours are 6-10 p.m. Fridays through Sundays, and daily Dec. 24-30. Admission: General admission to the gardens is $4, $2 for ages 5-17; admission for gardens and galleries is $9, $4.50 for ages 5-17. Ages 4 and younger are free.
The Winter Lights Festival features a variety of light displays throughout the eight-acre garden.
Enjoy holiday inspired entertainment and refreshments.
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* Gift of Lights Where: Sunset Park When: 5-9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 5-10p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Jan. 1 Admission: $13 per car and $2 off with a bag of items for Goodwill. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Clark County Scholarship Fund Featuring more than 200 animated and twinkling light displays.
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* Chocolate Wonderland Where: Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Cactus Gardens, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson When: Open 5-10 p.m. through Jan.1. On Fridays and Saturdays, Santa Claus will visit 5-9 p.m. through Dec. 22 and local choirs will perform 5:30-7:30 p.m. Admission: Free
The three-acre botanical cactus garden is decorated with thousands of lights. This year�s theme is Chocolate Wonderland.
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* Magical Forest Where: Opportunity Village When: Hours are 5:30-10 p.m. nightly through Dec. 30 Admission: General admission is $9 for adults, $7 for ages 12 and younger. An adult passport is $14 and children�s passport is $12 access to unlimited rides. Featuring holiday light displays, the Forest Express passenger train, a carousel, Alpine Slider and Santa Claus.
You can call it "The Black Thursday"! The attempt to
obtain an extra 25Billing founds from the taxpayer-financed rescue
assistance, failed. The decision came after two days in which the "Big
Three" CEOs America's largest corporations plead their case this week
before the Senate and House and in front of a national television
audience.
In spite of all efforts made by the "Big Three" CEOs - who
were unable to come up with a credible plan for financial recovery and
profitability - the majority of Senate and House members said: "No...
Not so Fast!" unless they show a solid business plan they won't see
the money.
It sounds only fair that if you come in front of
American's people to ask for help, you should be able to make your case in
a credible way and at least show some respect for the majority of regular
people who use the public transportation and commercial fly to conduct
their regular business. The "Big Three" CEOs looked unprepared and
arrogant... "It's almost like seeing a guy show up at the soup kitchen
in high-hat and tuxedo. . . ." said Rep. Gary L. Ackerman (D-N.Y.)
The only argument working for them is the perspective of
thousands upon thousands of workers who are the victims in this mess,,, losing
their job in an economy that is shrinking by days!!!
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