Las Vegas Home Buyer's Cost and Buying Process - 02/27/08 09:59 AM
The Las Vegas Home Buying Process
Prior to showing homes we ask all Las Vegas homebuyers to meet with us; together we will answer the following questions:
What kind of Las Vegas houses are you looking for? (Single story, 2-story, condo, townhouse) What is your price range?  Have you met with a Las Vegas lender to determine affordability? Have you made a list of home features that are important to you? (Checklist, needs vs. wants) What is your time frame?  Are you ready to move now?Do you have to sell another home?
Starting the Process
1.Determining price range is one of the most important … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buying Schedule - 02/25/08 10:04 AM
Interview Process - Select The Hildreth Barnhill Team your Las Vegas Realtors group and establish a committed relationship.
Initial Consultation - As your Las Vegas Realtors we will evaluate your needs, wants, and financial resources.
Lender Referrals - Determine your loan qualification and your Las Vegas home purchase price range.
Las Vegas Home Shopping - View Las Vegas homes fitting your criteria.
Las Vegas Home Selection & Offer to Purchase - As your Las Vegas Realtors we will draft a Purchase Agreement, advising you on customary practices, protective contingencies, and local regulations.
Earnest Money Deposit - You will need to provide from 1%-3% of the purchase … (0 comments)

Get the Best Deal - Use a Las Vegas Realtor - 02/23/08 10:33 AM
Nearly all houses in Las Vegas are bought and sold through a Las Vegas Realtor. Las Vegas Realtors provide a great value to home buyers by providing them with time saving experience, tools, and services. Do not get in over your head by trying to buy a home on your own. The Hildreth Barnhill Team specializes in assisting Las Vega Home Buyers. The following are just a few highlights of how a Las Vegas Realtor will help you get the best deal on a Las Vegas home.
Education, Knowledge and Experience - A Las Vegas real estate agent is trained in all aspects … (0 comments)

Making the offer on a Las Vegas House - 02/22/08 09:53 AM
The fun begins! So we have found the house that you are looking for. Now it is time to make the offer...
Most homes on the Las Vegas market are grossly over true market value with the exception of the few that are just above, right at, or just below market. When we have found a home that you like the first thing we want to do is find out what category it is in: way above, just above, right at, or below market value. We will assist you in this. With our online database, called the Las Vegas MLS, we have … (0 comments)

Las Vegas House Hunting - 02/20/08 08:25 AM
As Las Vegas real estate agnets we provide services that make the house hunting process as simple and time efficient as possible. With our instantly updated database of all the Las Vegas homes currently on the Nevada market it makes it seemingly easy to find what you are looking for and weed out what you not. This service speaks volumes when you consider time is money and we all know money is important when buying a home. We try to make the home buying and selling process as convenient as can be for all of our clients.
It is important to note … (0 comments)

Know what you want in a Las Vegas Home - 02/19/08 09:55 AM
One of the first things that you need to do is decide what it is that you are looking for in a Las Vegas home. What do you NEED in a home? What is it that you want in a home? It would be a great idea to to make a list of the features that you find necessary in the home you will buy. This is the need list. Then make a list of the features that appeal to you as a luxury. This is your want list. Mark the need list priority 1 and the want list priority 2.
You … (0 comments)

Getting Great Las Vegas Financing - 02/18/08 08:31 AM
Owning a home is the Americans dream and it is a dream come true for millions. What about you? This article is great for those of you who are buying their first Las Vegas homes and are not sure what steps to take to make your dream come true. We understand that much of the home buying process is like a foreign language, very difficult to understand. Don't worry, it's not like you buy homes every day, that's why you have us, a premier Las Vegas home buying specialist, who buy and sale homes every day. We are going to help … (1 comments)

Get pre-approved - 02/16/08 08:46 AM
The first thing you want to find out is, how much of a Las Vegas home you can afford. To many buyers make the mistake of searching for a home before they even know if they can afford one or not. Get pre-approved! This will save you so much heartache and trouble. Speak with a lender and find out what exactly you can afford. If the interest rates are extremely high (they can change day to day) your payment goes up and your buying cost go down. Be wise and consult with a Las Vegas mortgage professional, they are usually great … (0 comments)

Understanding the Las Vegas market - 02/15/08 08:41 AM
The Las Vegas valley has for years been a solid market for appreciation. For parts of 2003/2004/2005 Las Vegas experienced record growth and appreciation that provided many seller with quite the bank roll and many buyers with a great investment. It is impossible for a market to have a record year, year after year. These are the common trends that we see in all of the large cities that have experienced this kind of growth. There is a very stable market here in the valley and it is expected to stay that way. What does this mean? It means that the … (0 comments)

How to Save When Buying a Las Vegas Home - 02/12/08 09:01 AM
Buying a Las Vegas home is a very emotional process for many people especially if it is a home that you intend to live in and raise your family in. Even if you're not looking to live in the home but are buying it as an investment it can still get emotional if it's your money on the line. Whether you are buying for yourself or for an investment you still want to get the most for your money. As Las Vegas Realtors we will work closely with you on your next Las Vegas home purchase and you may see us … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/11/08 09:03 AM
Preparing to purchase a home is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in. How do I get qualified?Any competent lender can help get you qualified. To find a lender that you can trust and willl do a great job for you, get referrals, usually from your Las Vegas real estate agents or a friend or family member. Getting pre-qualified is really the first step to purchasing a home in Las Vegas. Check out our article on getting a loan in Las Vegas to really find out why it is so important to … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/08/08 09:23 AM
Preparing to purchase a home is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in. When is it the best time to buy homes in Las Vegas?A number of factors determine when it is best to buy a home. Depending on the cycle of the real estate markets, whether a buyers a market or a sellers market, each will provide many different buying advangtages. Do your research to better understand the real estate market you are moving to before you buy. Find out if the housing inventory seems to have peaked, is growing, or shrinking. … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/07/08 08:39 AM
Preparing to purchase a home is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in. How do I qualify a Las Vegas real estate agent?Hold an interview. Ask questions about marketing efforts and practices. Ask about previous experience. Contact one of their previous clients if possible. What truly sets them apart from all of the other agents?
Questions like these will help you better determine which agents will work best with you. Certain agents have stronger expertise in one are then another, like specializing in Foreclosures, while other agents have more … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/06/08 09:20 AM
Preparing to purchase a home is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in. How much do Las Vegas real estate agents charge?Real estate agents don't typically charge a home buyer for their services. Seller of Las Vegas homes will pay both the buyer's agent and the seller's agent. … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/05/08 11:28 PM
Preparing to purchase a home is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in. Is buying a Las Vegas home stressful?Finding Las Vegas homes is a lot of fun for many buyers. However, the escrow process and due diligence period are often tough. Some know it as "hell month". It is critical to use a reliable real estate agent to manage all of the moving pieces. … (0 comments)

Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/04/08 11:37 PM
Purchasing homes in Las Vegas, NV is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in.
What paperwork is involved?There are key documents that need to be signed and filled out correctly to buy a home. From tax forms to purchase agreements to seller's real property disclosures, there are many documents to be aware of and sign. A title company helps a great deal once the home is under contract but up until that point Las Vegas real estate agents really are the best resource for protecting your assets and time.
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Las Vegas Home Buyer Q&A - 02/03/08 02:32 AM
Preparing to purchase a home is an exciting process. Minimize your stress and the unknowns by researching the appropriate information about the market you will purchase in.
What is Escrow?Escrow is a 3rd party who is loyal to a real estate transaction. They aren't necessarily interested in either party, but instead their instructions are the contract that has been agreed upon by all parties. In a simple view, a buyer brings the money and the seller brings the house. There is more to it but in the end both parties sign off and the escrow company, which is usually the title company … (0 comments)

When Should I Buy a House in Las Vegas - 02/01/08 09:47 PM
There are many important issues you should be aware of that affect you as a renter. Why on earth would you continue to lose thousands by throwing it away on rent when with your Las Vegas real estate agent you could take a few minutes to discuss your specific needs so that you can stop renting and start owning.This conversation costs you nothing, and, of course, you shouldn't have to feel obligated to buy a Las Vegas home at the time you review this.  
With Mortgage rates reaching record lows and with historic amounts of inventory available, this is the absolute best time … (0 comments)

Get Pre-Approved for a Las Vegas Home - 02/01/08 01:02 AM
We urge you to consult with a Las Vegas lender who knows the ins and outs of the lending and credit process. These experts know how to read a credit report, give sound counsel as to what needs to be fixed and how to do it, best of all it's free! It saves you at least $40 right off of the top and again, no obligation. You have everything to gain and nothing to loose by meeting with a mortgage lender. Don't wait! The sooner you get meet with a lender the sooner you can get into a home of your … (0 comments)

 

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