henderson: 249 Water Bridge Court Henderson, NV - FSBO - 07/24/08 08:20 PM
Attention owners selling privately:
This post is a free service courtesy of Damon Botticelli and available to owners selling privately (FSBO) in the Las Vegas, N. Las Vegas and Henderson areas. If you would like to take advantage of this free advertising, visit www.Nevada-ByOwner.com and begin by creating your ad.
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henderson: Mitchell Bobrow Custom Home Builder Just completed Las Vegas Most Unique High End Signature Home - 07/16/08 01:47 AM
Mitchell Bobrow a Las Vegas Real Estate agent just completed the most impressive custom home in Macdonald Highlands. Bobrow teamed up with Signature architect Rick Ryniak to build the most unique custom home in the Vegas Vally. This Balinese style home features two Master bedrooms, three guest bedrooms, caretakers quarters, guest
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henderson: Las Vegas Real Estate Going to the Vultures? - 07/09/08 06:38 PM
Who is really buying Las Vegas Real Estate today? If you read this article just published via CNN Money, "Vulture Real Estate Investors Swoop In" it indicates real estate bargain hunting is occurring on a national basis. We believe the Las Vegas Real Estate market is in a similar position, we
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henderson: Luxury Homes - 06/24/08 12:16 PM
Canyon Edge Homes
Exclusive Homes Modern Architecture
It is my pleasure to present you the unique blend in vision and ultramodern home design.
National TI and Alpha Land Development have joined forces to develop 44 custom homes with unparalleled views of the Las Vegas Strip and neighboring canyons.
The property
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henderson: Canyon Edge Homes - 06/20/08 01:14 PM
www.canyonedgehomes.com
Sale office open everyday from 10-6.
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henderson: Our Marketing Efforts Pay Off! - 05/26/08 11:48 PM
422 Richgold Street - Henderson, Clark County, Nevada
This beautiful home was on the real estate market for 6 months
The DiRaffaele Group sold this fabulous home for full asking price in just over 3 months
We found a buyer for the property through our extensive Internet marketing efforts
DiRaffaele Group -
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henderson: Current Las Vegas - 05/26/08 10:45 AM
The media has made it sound as though Las vegas residential real estate continues to slide. Actually the market has picked up in the last two months and the amount of resale homes has doubled from previous months. Though it might not be news to everyone, a larger percentage of repo's and
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henderson: Las Vegas Summer Kids Camps and Activities - 05/23/08 12:05 AM
School is almost over for the year and summer will be here soon. The kids
are excited to be done with all the homework but will soon be bored. Unless....
they are signed up for the many activities that Las Vegas, Henderson and Clark
County have to keep their days full
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henderson: Madeira Canyon at Anthem, Henderson, NV - 05/05/08 12:14 AM
Madeira Canyon is the highest elevated residential development in Southern Nevada with breathtaking views of the Black Mountains and the Las Vegas Strip. Pulte is offering six collections of homes for a total of 22 home designs at the Paseo at Madeira Canyon. Square footage ranges from about 1600 to 3600 square
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henderson: Meritage "Get It All" Sales Event at Inspirada, Henderson NV - 05/01/08 09:18 PM
Meritage Homes is having it's "Get It All" Sales Event, this weekend, May
3-4, 2008 at Inspirada to celebrate it's grand opening of four new
neighborhoods. Inspirada is a master planned community located near Las Vegas, in Henderson,
NV. The promotion will include free appliances and upgrades such as window
coverings, furnitures, TV's, home
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henderson: Toll Brothers at Inspirada, Henderson NV - 04/30/08 08:03 PM
Inspirada is a master planned community near Las Vegas, in the southern foothills of Henderson, NV. Toll Brothers offers five beautiful collections, each one having several floorplans to choose from. Included in the collections are single family homes, townhomes and condominiums with some very unique designs. The prices for these luxurious
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henderson: Inspirada, Henderson Nevada - 04/30/08 12:21 AM
Inspirada, a 2000 acre master planned community, is one of the new home developments in the Las Vegas valley. It is a Focus Group development located in the southern foothills of Henderson. Inspirada has open streetscapes that offer old city charm. When the project is complete, it will have seven villages with
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henderson: Short Sale Myths and Facts - 04/29/08 04:44 PM
Much of our business today is made up of listing, selling and financing homes that are currently being sold as a short sale, or homes that are bank-owned as a result of a prior foreclosure action. Im certain most of you know the difference, but just to recap; a short sale
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henderson: Henderson Nevada Events - 03/28/08 12:43 AM
Henderson, Nevada, is just outside of the Las Vegas Strip. There are many
events happening throughout Henderson.
Free concerts every Thursday night at 8PM at the Henderson Events Plaza
Ampitheatre, are a great way to start your weekend. Check here for the
Thursday Night Live schedule.
Most of the events are
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henderson: LAS VEGAS, SUMMERLIN Home Sales are picking up-Not all Doom & Gloom - 03/27/08 02:01 PM
Did you hear the news? Las Vegas sales for Feb 2008 are up approx 11.7% over Jan 2008, according to GLVAR sources. Not surprising to me as I have been out showing homes in Summerlin & Green Valley & putting in offers only to find out the home has 4-6 other offers
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henderson: SHORT SALE---$449,000!! Las Vegas Big House - 03/27/08 01:20 PM
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henderson: April Showers Bring OPEN HOUSES! - 03/24/08 01:48 PM
Our October Open House festival was such a hit (not to mention the free gas raffle which would be very nice to have again, hint hint corporate!) that we are going to do it again! This April is Century 21 Open House month. Please check back for a schedule, I try
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henderson: Las Vegas and Henderson real estate foreclosures, Jonathan Abbinante Realtor and property management - 03/23/08 04:16 PM
Providing quality "one one one" Realtor service for both home buyers and sellers in the Las Vegas and Henderson Nevada valley for over ten years. Appraisal knowledge, skillful negotiating and soild representation. (Selling) I deliver top dollars, solid escrows and negotiable commissions. (Buying) Free representation, I produce the finest homes in the highest appreciating
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henderson: Good Things to Know About the REO or Bank Sale Closing Process - 03/14/08 12:30 AM
Good things to know about the REO-Bank Sale Closing Process: •1. The Seller- In an REO transaction the Seller is an out of state bank. The bank contracts a 3rd party asset management company which represents them in the transaction and approves the final escrow closing. All correspondence is done by email,
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henderson: Important Information Regarding REO Closings in Las Vegas, NV and Henderson, NV - 03/14/08 12:07 AM
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING REO CLOSINGS IN LAS VEGAS, NV My title representative, Valerie Grijalva, from First American Title Insurance Company, gave us this information at our real estate sales meeting yesterday in Las Vegas regarding Real Estate Owned (REO) properties. I'm sure that if First American is experiencing this issue, the other
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henderson: My first Blog! - 03/11/08 12:14 PM
This is my first blog so if I seem a little timid-uh I am. I am a Henderson Ky real estate agent. I have worked in real estate for 12 years but only moved to Henderson 5 years ago and we love Henderson. Henderson, Ky is home to many famous people, WC
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henderson: Where do I spend my money..... - 03/10/08 05:44 PM
Well looks like oil made another record high today, around $107/barrel. This is very troubling to me and should be to everyone else out there. Gradually the price of gasoline and crude related products is going to make its way into the pricing at the stores. In some cases this has
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henderson: Las Vegas Foreclosure Auctions - 03/09/08 12:46 AM
You may have caught my last post about the Las Vegas Foreclosures and the call I received on the $40k 4BR, listed on a site often quoted in the media as a leading source. Since then I've had it brought to my attention that it was actually one of the pricier
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henderson: Agent Pet Peave Vol.1 - 03/07/08 02:31 PM
Although I enjoy selling real estate immensley, there are things that irritate me. For instance, listing agents who "fluff" their listings a little too much and couple this with very selective pictures. I showed a property recently that according to the MLS printout was recently remodeled and had new paint. The
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henderson: Las Vegas FHA Loan Limits Raised to $400,000 - 03/06/08 05:00 PM
FHA conforming loan limits have just been raised in Clark County to
$400,000. This includes Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Summerlin, Henderson,
Mesquite, Overton and Boulder City.
The previous limits were $304,000 in Clark County. With this increase, it
expands the choices available to home buyers in the Las Vegas area.
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henderson: Single Parent Properties - 03/05/08 02:44 PM
I am pleased to have been selected as part of an elite national network of Realtors dedicated to protecting the interests of single parents and low-to moderate-income families here in Boulder City and Henderson, Nevada. I recently became approved as an Ambassador agent for Single Parent Properties, an organization dedicated to educating
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henderson: Nevada's first GREEN community - 02/27/08 10:14 PM
The city of Henderson is getting the first Green community in the state, Sommerset. This intimate community of only 48 homes will be the first community built powered by solar energy. Homes will generate their own power through rooftop solar collectors and will feature excluse GE ecomagination products, including a whole
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henderson: Open Houses Rock So You Should Stop By!!! Schedule!!! - 02/27/08 01:48 PM
The best way to try on a home and neighborhood for size is to actually drive out there and see it. . .I already announced that 2491 Northwoods will be open this Sunday. . .but I am lining up a few more open houses for planning purposes. . .of course, if
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henderson: Pretty Rad Open House You Should Attend - 02/27/08 01:44 PM
Hey there! If you aren't doing anything this weekend I am going to be hosting an open house in Northwoods, on 2457 Northwoods Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28540 from 1-4 pm on Sunday. Lots of great photos of the house on my website http://www.910homes.net/ so you should check it out. It's always
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henderson: Las Vegas Rainbow - 02/24/08 11:05 PM
Rain in Las Vegas does not happen too often. We had a storm pass through this past Friday and it rained. Usually, it doesn't last a long time and then the sun returns to dry up all the rain. What happens when the rain has ended and the sun shines? A
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henderson: What Makes A House A Good Deal? - 02/16/08 07:08 PM
I'm sure if you ask ten different realtors what makes a property a good deal, you'll get ten different answers. Everyone has different priorities, sees the amenities and features differently, and pictures the yard and neighborhoods another way. Yet, everyone can usually agree on one basic thing -- if the price
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henderson: Mortgage industry tested by foreclosures in 2007 - 02/05/08 01:32 PM
Mortgage foreclosure filings on a national scale kept a steady pace throughout 2007, reports RealtyTrac, a California-based real estate marketplace and an expert in foreclosure data. Despite government and lender efforts to come to the rescue of homeowners in distress, the figures toward the end of the year showed no improvement
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henderson: Selling a Unique Home - 01/28/08 03:29 PM
As a Realtor, we've all come across homes with challenges. My latest one is a darling property that is painted Mary Kay pink! The seller was a top rep with Mary Kay, and enjoyed all the benefits that goes with that, including a home that befits a top Mary Kay rep. Now of
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henderson: LAS VEGAS AND HENDERSON HORSE PROPERTY HOME FOR SALE-1580 Latigo, Henderson, Nv - 01/22/08 12:11 PM
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henderson: LAS VEGAS CITY VIEWS HOME FOR SALE HIGH ON A HILL BIG HOME - 01/22/08 10:42 AM
Spectacular city & mountain views
*Formal Liv rm w/dramatic ceilings, wine cove & waterfall
*Gourmet kitchen w/island,granite, custom cabs & walkin pantry
*1 BD & full BA downstrs*Fam w/fpl & entertainment niche
*Huge master w/retreat that leads to walkout deck
*covered patio, Lush landscaping/Palms,travertine & tile t/o.
Impressive staircase.
To have
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henderson: Las Vegas Underground Home Market - 01/21/08 11:28 PM
Yes, there are many secrets of Las Vegas, and that includes homes. I've posted about Dr. Lonnie Hammargren's combined 3 homes that house his unique collection of all things Las Vegas and Nevada, that he calls the Hammargren Home of Nevada History.
So take a look at this Las Vegas home.
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henderson: Lake Las Vegas project has a new owner - 01/12/08 01:09 PM
Transcontinental Corp. began developing the 3,592-acre Lake Las Vegas site near Henderson in 1990 and was building upscale houses, condominiums and townhouses along the slopes of the man-made lake. Besides homes, the project also includes three luxury resorts, the MonteLago Casino and an Italian-themed village. The soft real estate market in
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henderson: It's All About the Market....it is time to buy in the Henderson/Las Vegas market. - 01/10/08 03:40 PM
It's All About the Market....it is time to buy in the Henderson/Las Vegas, Nevada market. Signs you should buy right now: Low interest rates.Prices have stabilized. Large housing inventory. Seller's are willing to negotiate. Ways to purchase and get instant equity If you are willing to buy a home that needs a bit of work and, over time, you
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henderson: Purchasing a Foreclosure in the Las Vegas, Green Valley, Henderson Market? - 01/07/08 04:58 PM
Here's What You Need to Know? Whether it's called a Foreclosure (most commonly used), a Bank Owned Property (has already gone through the foreclosure process and is now owned by the bank) or an REO (real estate owned - bank terminology meaning an asset on a banks balance sheet), the terms
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henderson: "Don't Squeeze the Charmin" - 11/20/07 09:00 PM
Dick Wilson, known as Mr. Whipple, died at a young age of 91 this past
Monday. He spent 21 years protecting the Charmin toilet paper from crazy
housewives who wanted to squeeze it!
Read the article in the Review Journal here.
He retired in 1985 and was replaced by
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henderson: Henderson Winterfest - 11/16/07 09:30 PM
So, you live in Las Vegas and you can't get into the holiday spirit because you miss the snow. Well, now you can go play in the snow at the Henderson Winterfest Celebration. It will be a manufactured winter wonderland at the Henderson Events Plaza 200 S. Water St.
There
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henderson: Las Vegas rental housing grief - 11/13/07 04:50 PM
The issue under the microscope of the local governments is a narrow section of the rental market here. Those who invest in homes to lease them long-term, like a 1-year contract to start with, are outside this argument and are free to continue with their programs. It's the short-term rentals, the
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henderson: M Resort under construction in Henderson - 11/10/07 01:44 PM
Lately a lot of attention has been directed at the north end of the Strip where Wynn Resorts is building the Encore, Boyd Gaming is putting up the Echelon Place and The Palazzo next to the Venetian is about to open. All that and the condominiums going there and later other
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henderson: Henderson woman wins cooking contest - 10/25/07 11:45 PM
Rebecca Reese is a retired home economics teacher originally from Indiana who likes to stay busy by entering cooking contests. Evidently her passion is to figure out new recipes, probably first test them with her family and friends and then take the better ones to actual competitions where her yummy creations
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henderson: Bow Wow Halloween Contest - 10/25/07 08:40 PM
This coming Saturday, October 27 is the Lucky Dog Magazine's 2nd Annual Bow Wow Halloween Contest and Parade. The event will be taking place at beautiful Lake Las Vegas between 11 am and 3 pm and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Heaven Can Wait Sanctuary. It is a great way to support
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henderson: NV., Las Vegas: Population Growth - You Be the Judge - 10/22/07 10:13 AM
Clark County Comprehensive Planning did a survey and according to population estimates made the population in Clark County, NV grew to 1,912,654 in 2006: Over the 2005 estimate of 1,815,705 -this reflects a population growth of 5.3%.In 2007 population was expected to grow by 3.8 percent and another 4.6 percent in 2008. Bringing Clark County's population
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henderson: What a Beautiful City.....Henderson, Nevada - 10/19/07 09:39 PM
What a Beautiful City....Henderson, Nevada. This area has some excellent golf courses, fantastic parks with walking/bike paths. And we should not forget to mention the gateway to Lake Mead, and it's great boating and recreation facilities. This is a wonderful place to call home! Visit our web site www.carterteamrealty.com for more information on
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henderson: "3" Great Reasons why now is the time to Buy Real Estate in the Henderson/Las Vegas market. - 10/19/07 05:30 PM
No Bidding Wars. In 2005 we had one client that made an offer on ten homes. They lost the first nine to the 'feeding frenzy' that existed. Other buyers bid the properties up substantially from the original listing price. There were escalation clauses where buyers authorized their agents to outbid other
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henderson: Beyond the Neon.......Part 1, Trails - 10/19/07 12:56 AM
I have mentioned in my previous blogs about all the activities here in Las Vegas, other than gambling. Now that the swim season is wrapping up with the cooler 70s & 80s here in the valley, it is time to enjoy even more of the outdoors......during the 'Second Spring' of the
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henderson: Homes in Anthem - 10/15/07 12:42 PM
In today's market, not all news is bad news. Right now is a great time to buy a home. Interest rates are still low (and were just dropped) and there are lots of homes to choose from. Many home builders are offering great unprecedented incentives on new homes as well as
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henderson: Ventana Canyon Communitywide Garage Sale a huge success! - 10/08/07 02:51 PM
Ventana Canyon Communitywide Garage Sale a huge success! I just wanted let everyone know that our Ventana Canyon Communitywide Garage Sale was a huge success this past weekend! We started around 7 am and the sreets were packed with garage sale enthusiasts! We had upwards around 150 homes participate with sales, which
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henderson: Listening to Clients - 09/30/07 03:00 PM
Part of my job as a real estate professional is to listen to my customer's "Wish List" and then work to find a home that grants those wishes. With each new customer comes a whole new set of "Wishes." Some want a home in the country with five bedrooms and a
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henderson: Nothing but Gambling in Vegas....I Think Not! - 09/30/07 01:48 AM
You think that when you move to Las Vegas, there will be nothing to do
except gamble? Let's take a look. Here are just a few of the activies for locals
to enjoy.
For swimmers, there
are several pools to choose from, both indoor and outdoor. Clark County has several locations
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henderson: River Mountain Mobile Estates - 09/25/07 02:19 PM
With the prices of homes still out of reach for some seniors, there is a great alternative to buying a condominium or renting, River Mountain Mobile Estates. This small, well maintained community of manufactured homes is located in the city of Henderson in the southeast. While the community does not have any
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henderson: 1676 Flores Ln. $349,900 - 09/10/07 08:43 PM
Single story in good community by Stephanie and Horizon Ridge, 1,630 sf of living space, 6,534 sf lot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage, built in 2005, open floorplan, lots of natural light, very clean, ceiling fans, pot shelves, prewired for surround sound, kitchen has nook and breakfast bar, fireplace,
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henderson: Las Vegas, NV Mortgage Industry: Lake Las Vegas September Events - 08/31/07 03:21 PM
As I have posted before, Lake Las Vegas is an outstanding getaway here in Las Vegas. Here is a list of September's activities. Your mortgage partner for life, Rey "Steak Dinner" GallegosSenior Loan OfficerFive Star Mortgage Website: http://www.steak-dinner.com/Your complete community mortgage broker Approved in NV, CA, UT, NM, AK, and FLProud member
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henderson: Properties listed 20-40% under market value. - 08/21/07 07:25 PM
I've discovered a search method to find properties in Las Vegas that are listed under market value (Comps) and even quite a few that are under a recent, 3 month or less, appraisal or under comparable sales in the last 3 months. I am using the 3 month guidline as I
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henderson: We Like to Make Your Pet Smile Too! Pet Friendly Rental Home Listings in Las Vegas - 08/16/07 04:35 PM
We can search for rental homes/condos that allow your pets! If you are having a hard time finding that rental, please contact us and we will be happy to set you up on your search today! Our rental referral services are free of charge to you, the renter, as the landlords
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henderson: Las Vegas bicyclists and hikers rejoice - 08/09/07 11:22 PM
Local outdoor enthusiasts can soon enjoy a new trail where they are able to get some cardio work done plus take in some spectacular views of the sprawling Las Vegas valley, the glimmering Lake Mead and Boulder City. This trail meanders in the eastern side of the valley and is going
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henderson: Real Estate market in Henderson, Nevada - 08/03/07 09:23 PM
I am going to Henderson, Nevada this week to help my client with the sale of her mother's home. We met when I sold her mother's home in Altadena, Calif. in 1989. Since then my partner and long time family friend has passed away and now we are dealing with her
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henderson: Henderson, NV: City of Henderson Homeowner Night - 08/03/07 02:34 PM
Henderson, NV: City of Henderson Homeowner Night As a Henderson, NV homeowner, I know the nightmares that one can go through when trying to make additions or improvements that need permits from the City of Henderson. I want to pass on a notice regarding an extremely valuable resource from the city. Wednesday, August
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henderson: Mortgage Credit Scores Still Mystery to Most - 08/02/07 11:51 AM
Mortgage Credit Scores Still Mystery to Most After reading the article below I realized that, although the media is publicizing the Doom and Gloom of the Mortgage Industry, they are not giving equal time to the impact it is having on the average US homeowner or potential homeowner. The majority of people
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henderson: Henderson, NV Safekey Registration - 08/01/07 03:07 PM
Attn: Clark County School District Parents Safekey Registration Henderson, NV Safekey Registration This program is a recreational enrichment program for children, designed to meet the needs of the working parent. Safekey is staffed by trained recreation leaders. The program consists of an activity or game period, sports, arts and crafts, and special events. In
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henderson: Henderson, Nevada: Poolside Concert with Equinox - 08/01/07 10:02 AM
Henderson, Nevada: Poolside Concert with Equinox This is a great summer activity for everyone that The City of Henderson, NV sponsors. The popular local band Equinox performs live. Black Mountain Activity Pool 599 Greenway Road Henderson, NV $5 Adults $Children http://www.cityofhenderson.com/ Should you need Henderson or Las Vegas, Nevada mortgage advice, or have questions pertaining to
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henderson: Ventana Canyon Neighborhood Garage Sale and Donation Day: Henderson, NV - 07/31/07 05:15 PM
Ventana Canyon Neighborhood Garage Sale and Donation Day: Henderson, NV It's that time again! Save the day, October 6th, 2007 7:00 am to 1:00 pm, for the Ventana Canyon Neighborhood Garage Sale and Donation Day in Henderson, NV. This is a must attend! Ventana Canyon is a community of 1296 homes located
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henderson: Henderson, NV Low-Rise Condo: Construction under way - 07/31/07 12:51 PM
Henderson, Nevada - With all of the Low, Mid, and High Rise condo projects in Henderson and Las Vegas, Nevada scheduled to be built one has to wonder how many will actually go up? One in particular that I have been keeping an eye on is Stephanie Village in Henderson. This
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henderson: Another casualty of the Sub-Prime Massacre: The 2/28 ARM - 07/18/07 05:25 PM
This seems to be a common theme now-a-days in the sub-prime market; casualties. If it isn't a Mortgage Bank, its a Mortgage Lender or a Loan Officer and now I believe we have seen what is next! Mortgage Loan Products! ----------------------------------- According to the Wall Street Journal article by James R. Hagerty: Some lenders
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henderson: Two-Thirds of US Adults Believe Current Mortgage Product Advertising and Marketing Lacks Credibility - 07/16/07 03:06 PM
Please see my thoughts below: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ According to the The Harris Poll ®#70, July 16, 2007 Two-Thirds of US Adults Believe Current Mortgage Product Advertising and Marketing Lacks Credibility The Overall Sentiment Towards Most Of The Various Mortgage Options Is Generally Unfavorable Given all the negativity surrounding the sub-prime mortgage marketplace, it is no surprise that consumers
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henderson: Henderson Nevada leads $1 million club - 07/16/07 01:05 PM
Henderson is quietly living and thriving in the shadow of its much more famous neighbor, the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas. Sometimes it's easier on you when you can go about your business just off the spotlight. Everything you do is not being scrutinized by somebody. Henderson has been for
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henderson: Proud Member of National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) - 07/15/07 02:13 PM
I am extremely excited as I just received my membership package from NAMB. I am proud to announce that I am a member of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). Although there are several benefits to be a member I think I am most inclined to share the CODE OF
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henderson: As your Mortgage Partner, I advise you to... - 07/13/07 02:13 PM
Have you ever heard a professional say "As your ____________, I advise you to________." I am sure most people have at some point in their lives. Typically, we need advice or consultation from a Doctor, Attorney, CPA, or some other professional that is considered an expert in their field. It may
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henderson: Instructions on blogging: 1. Write Blog 2. Post Blog 3. DUCK!!!! - 07/12/07 02:49 PM
Well everyone, I guess I did it! I wasn't expecting the fireworks that transpired with my post from a couple of days ago, http://activerain.com/blogsview/143466/LandAmerica-Group-Inc-suspended, but they were there, LOUD AND CLEAR! Here I believed that I was merely passing on some information that I thought our Active Rain Community should have
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henderson: New HUD Unit to Oversee Lending - 07/12/07 10:46 AM
PLease see my notes below: New HUD Unit to Oversee Lending Washington Post (07/12/07) P. D2To look into possible discriminatory practices by mortgage companies, HUD has established a fair-lending unit staffed by an economist and five fair-lending experts. In addition to investigating complaints, the division will examine lending patterns for evidence of bias. My
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henderson: LandAmerica Group Inc. suspended by Amtrust: What is the reason? (Updated with new information) - 07/10/07 05:29 PM
Typically when I receive new updated information I would just edit my blog post but I believe with the information that Adrian Talamantes provided this deserves a new post. I have copied my original post from yesterday below also. I have included a link that Adrian was kind enough to pass along regarding the
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henderson: 100% Stated Guideline Changes on Seconds at Countrywide; This loan is all but gone! - 07/10/07 11:03 AM
I just received this email from our Countrywide rep. See below for my notes: ---------------------------------- Reduced Doc (Stated Income Verified Assets) 100% CLTV Changes As a result of further market contraction and limited liquidity, the below changes have been made to Reduced Doc (SIVA) loans > 95% CLTV. These changes are effective immediately.
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henderson: Pre-Fabricated Mortgage Websites. Do they work? Which is the best? - 07/09/07 12:17 PM
I have been looking to update my mortgage website to a more interactive and comprehensive site. I have been looking at the pre-packaged type of site that includes everything. Some of them even claim to send leads. After reading the blog post by Raj Dhaliwal titled, 87 ways to make over $1000000
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henderson: Major provider of Title Services Suspended - 07/09/07 11:23 AM
I just received this notification from one of the banks we do a great deal of business with Amtrust, formerly Ohio. Amtrust is an A paper lender that also portfolios Alt A loans. This post is extremely interesting to me in that for such a large company, LandAmerica Group, Inc., to be
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henderson: Foreclosure Open House Number 2 - 07/06/07 05:33 PM
I finally recorded another video podcast from one of the foreclosure, bank owned open houses that I do. This one, unlike the last one, is in need of some repair. SERIOUS REPAIR. I think the previous occupants owned stock in a tobacco company as it smells like they smoked about 7
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henderson: Nevada Commisioner of the Mortgage Lending Division announces his resignation! - 07/06/07 03:02 PM
Lending regulator plans to resign Interim commissioner named to Mortgage Lending Division By JOHN G. EDWARDS REVIEW-JOURNAL Gov. Jim Gibbons' administration is changing the top regulators over private lenders, banks and other financial institutions with the appointment of a new commissioner and the departure of another. Scott Bice, 46, commissioner of the
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henderson: 100% Financing is still available: My Community 100 Program - 07/06/07 02:33 PM
There is still plenty of 100% financing available for low to moderate income households. I have been using this program alot and it is extremely flexible. I started to write a blog post about it but then I realized who better to explain the program than one of the banks that
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henderson: Hey we are at the airport! Let's Party! Las Vegas Baby! - 07/05/07 03:21 PM
Everyone knows that Las Vegas is one of the most frequented destinations for anyone that wants to getaway and...uh...party and gamble! Young or old, rich or poor, foreign or domestic that is at the top of the priority list when they get here! They might say differently but trust me that
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henderson: Happy Fourth of July! - 07/04/07 11:57 AM
Be safe in your celebrations! Your mortgage partner for life, Rey "Steak Dinner" GallegosSenior Loan OfficerFive Star MortgageEmail: rey@Steak-Dinner.comWebsite: http://www.steak-dinner.com/My Blog: http://activerain.com/blogs/steakdinnerYour complete community mortgage broker!Thank you for your referrals!
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henderson: First Time Home-Buyers: Help them get ready for their first purchase! - 07/03/07 04:15 PM
I have made it a habit to help people that weren't particularly ready to purchase a new home. I have heard so many stories about Loan Officers that would have a 2 minute conversation with someone, realize they were quite ready to buy, and kick them to the curb! They simply
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henderson: Rey, why do they call you "Steak Dinner? - 07/02/07 05:35 PM
As a Mortgage Loan Officer, the hands down most asked question of me isn't about rates, programs, fees, or my experience in the industry. It is "Rey, why do they call you "Steak Dinner"? We'll for all of those out there that want to know here it is! When I first got
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henderson: Jazz on the Lake! A real getaway! - 07/02/07 12:38 PM
For those of you in the Las Vegas area I am sure you heard of Lake Las Vegas. For those of you that are not in Las Vegas you should really find out about this hidden gem! This is how they describe it on the website: "Sculpted from the rugged desert terrain
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henderson: When should AR start working? - 06/27/07 12:44 PM
Well folks I have been on Active Rain for about 3 weeks now. This may be pre-mature but I am going to post this blog so I can get some quality feedback from other Active Rainers. I put up my profile fully detailed with videos and everything. I have made it
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henderson: City of Bryan Focuses on Family - 06/23/07 08:40 PM
The city of Bryan was recognized in 2001 for having the top parks and recreation system in Texas compared with citys of it's size (50K to 100K). Not content to leave this as the status quo Bryan went further and invested another 3.5 million in it's beautiful Henderson Park in 2004. This
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henderson: Treo 755p from Sprint - 06/20/07 04:03 PM
I just wanted to give my dime on the new Treo 755p from Sprint. This phone was touted as the newest latest and greatest phone when it came out about a month ago. I have the 650p from Sprint and have been pretty happy with it since I got it. I
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henderson: Hot, hot, hot - 06/18/07 07:52 PM
Yes, the temps are sky high but so are the buildings, Las Vegas is reaching for the sky. It remains to be a hot market no matter what negative things you hear about or read about. We have thousands of people moving here every month. To buy a home here is
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henderson: Realtors, Fight the Good Fight! A Loan Officer’s Perspective - 06/15/07 02:23 PM
I am writing this post for my friend, we will call him Z... Over the years, I have come to appreciate the work that a Realtor does. NO...I am not kissing up to try to get more business from Realtors. I am merely stating that through my many transactions with Realtors, I
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henderson: Why is everyone blogging??? - 06/13/07 06:09 PM
First I want to give credit where credit is due. ARDELL DellaLoggia Seattle, WAput up a blog about "Bait and Switch" blogging that received more responses in a short amount a time than any other post I have seen on AR to date. Note: I have only been on AR since
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henderson: Las Vegas home market - 06/06/07 01:21 AM
OK, here's the deal. We are in a balanced market. Don't listen to the doom-and-gloom folks. Just look at the balance in the market place. We have almost 2 million people here, so of course we have 23,000 properties for sale. Thousands are still moving to the Las Vegas area each
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henderson: Las Vegas Foreclosure List - 06/04/07 05:51 PM
If you are looking to buy a foreclosure home in Las Vegas, I have set up a search that will email you the latest foreclosures when they hit the market. The search also let's you log into a personal website for you so you can make changes at anytime such as number
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henderson: Las Vegas Real Estate Stats... Do the math. - 05/30/07 06:15 PM
I'm going to show you some numbers that will give an idea of what is really happening with the Las Vegas housing market and not a bunch of speculative PR junk. At the end, however, I will do a sales pitch. ;) 25,018 Homes, Condos and Townhomes for sale in the Las Vegas valley (Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, etc.
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henderson: Eight Common Ways to Hold Title in Nevada - 05/29/07 03:39 PM
HOW YOU TAKE TITLE - ADVANTAGES AND LIMITATIONS:
Title to real property in Nevada may be held by individuals, either in Sole Ownership or in Co-Ownership. Co-Ownershp of real property occurs when title is held by two or more persons. There are several variations as to how title may be held
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henderson: Lake Mead Crossing in Henderson, NV, Early starting stages - 05/27/07 01:07 PM
As I promised, here are some pictures of the land that the 74 acre shopping center called "Lake Mead Crossing" is going to be built on: The final aerial view will look like this drawing: All the while, this is at the end of Water Street in Downtown Henderson... Downtown Henderson is going
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henderson: Lake Mead Crossing in Henderson, NV, Introduction - 05/25/07 11:46 PM
It's official! Ground has been broken, signs are up. It seems like it happened overnight, but I know that is not true. We are getting a major shopping and office center on 74 acres at Lake Mead Parkway and Water Street in Henderson. It will include large anchor tenants (can you say Target???),
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henderson: This weekend.... SUMMER STARTS!!!! - 05/25/07 06:06 PM
Memorial Day marks the traditional beginning of summer and the start of the most popular season in real estate. If you're in the market for a new home, get a jump start by getting pre-approved for a loan by a trusted mortgage broker. Buying a home can be an overwhelming process. A
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henderson: Video Report From A Henderson Area Bank Foreclosure Open House - 05/18/07 03:56 PM
I sat an open house that is a bank foreclosure in henderson and decided to get out the webcam and shoot a quick video about the house and the area. Also I talk a little about the foreclosure market in Southern Nevada.
If you want more information on this
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henderson: How to Obtain a Mortgage with Less Than Perfect Credit - 05/17/07 02:51 AM
Many people are under the false assumption that it takes perfect credit to get a home loan. In the past few years more and more loan options have become available. In fact, there has been an explosion of options in the home loan market because of recent changes in mortgage regulations.
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