reno foreclosures: Reno, Home Sweet Home
- 03/19/12 05:08 AM
I've lived in the Reno area for many years now. The open, smog-free atmosphere, friendly people, small-town feel and convenient location to Lake Tahoe, Sacramento and San Francisco are only a few of the reasons my family and I decided to put down roots here. After you watch the video below, you're going to want to make Reno home sweet home, too.
The weather in Reno is superb. The outdoors plays a big part in the Reno lifestyle. We experience all four seasons here. And, with 300 days of sun, an average of 7 1/2" of rain per year and … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: How Negative Behavior Affects Your Credit
- 05/30/11 03:59 AM
We live in a world run by credit. From small purchases (like clothes or dinner) to larger ones (like buying a Reno home or a new vehicle), your credit score determines not only whether you are approved to buy on credit but also how much interest you will have to pay for borrowing the money. Your credit score can be anywhere from 300-850 (the higher the score, the more lenders deem you "creditworthy). To purchase a Reno property, you need a good credit score. The following is a list of how negative behavior can affect your credit: Bankruptcies and Liens - … (3 comments)
reno foreclosures: Reno River Festival 2011
- 05/02/11 09:23 AM
Spring is here, the flowers are in bloom and it's time to get yourself outside to enjoy the beauty that is Reno. This weekend, May 6th through 8th will bring the Reno River Festival 2011 to Truckee River Whitewater Park (300 W First St, Reno, NV). For the eighth year in a row, the Reno River Festival promises three days of absolute heaven to outdoor enthusiasts. The ska band The English Beat will be performing at everyone's favorite event, the free Kick Off Party at 8pm on Friday. But the Reno River Festival is so much more. Here is a brief … (1 comments)
reno foreclosures: Reno Foreclosure Assistance Event
- 04/26/11 06:08 AM
Are you a Reno homeowner who is struggling to keep up with your monthly mortgage payments? Have you fallen behind and are at risk of falling into foreclosure? Do you want to try to work out a possible solution with your mortgage lender to avoid foreclosure? Consider attending the Reno Foreclosure Assistance Event this Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 9am to 5pm. The Reno Sparks Convention Center (4590 S Virginia St) will have HUD-approved housing counselors on hand to discuss possible options to foreclosure as well as assistance programs and help in spotting possible foreclosure scams. The following servicers will be … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: Alternatives to Reno Foreclosure
- 02/14/11 10:10 AM
Many homeowners in today's economy are finding themselves struggling to make their mortgage payments and are facing a possible foreclosure. If you're one of these homeowners, there may still be time to thwart the foreclosure process. Here are a few alternatives to Reno foreclosure that you may want to consider: Short Sale - A short sale happens when the borrower and lender agree to sell a home for less than the amount owed on the loan. Despite its name, a short sale can last for several months. The lender has final approval on what the home will be sold for. Discuss … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: Tax Tips for the New Year
- 01/26/11 05:03 AM
April 15th will be here before you know it. It's never too early to be prepared. Here are a few tax tips for the new year: Organize Your PaperworkAre you one of those people that keep their receipts and other tax papers in a shoebox? Make this the year you get more organized. You can purchase an accordion file or small, plastic portable file tote at any office supplies store. Make sure to label each section/folder with different categories (such as medical expenses, donations, etc). You can keep track of the bills you pay here as well. This is especially great … (2 comments)
reno foreclosures: Need to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time?
- 01/10/11 06:04 AM
If you are like alot of American homeowners today, you may need to buy and sell a home at the same time. For example, you got a job in another city or state and must sell your current home before you move while looking for another home to live in somewhere else. Two of the most critical issues facing a Reno homeowner are money and timing. What you don't do is just as important as what you do. Following these tips will help you have a successful real estate transaction on both ends. Keep a Notebook - Taking good, detailed notes will … (2 comments)
reno foreclosures: Holiday Fun in Reno
- 12/06/10 06:27 AM
If you are looking for some holiday fun in Reno, here's a list of just a few of the great things happening throughout the month of December 2010: The Nutcracker - December 10 at 8pm, December 11 at 2pm and 8pm and December 12 at 2pm, Pioneer Center for Performing Arts (100 S Virginia St), downtown Reno. Tickets range from $26 to $51 for adults. Discounted tickets are available for kids and seniors. For more info and to purchase tickets, call 775-762-5165 or 775-686-6600. Gingerbread House Contest - December 11, 9:30am and 11:30am, May Museum, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. Entry … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: Where Do You Go to Vote in Reno
- 11/01/10 06:02 AM
As you should be aware by now, tomorrow is Election Day (November 2, 2010). What you may be wondering is where do you go to vote in Reno? Visit the Washoe County Registrar of Voters' web page to see where you can go to vote. Polling places will be open from 7am to 7pm on November 2, 2010. The deadline for early registration ended on Friday, October 29, 2010. Washoe County uses electronic voting machines for Reno residents to use. "Poll Watchers" will be on hand at polling places to ask voters how they have voted. Answering their questions are completely voluntary. You … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: Having Trouble Selling Your Home?
- 10/25/10 11:16 AM
Are you trying to sell your Reno home but not having any luck? The reasons may be different than what you think. Here are a few reasons you are having trouble selling your home: Bigger Isn't Necessarily Better - Just because a brokerage is large, doesn't mean it is the best. When you call into a large brokerage firm, you typically get referred over to the first person available, not necessarily the best person available. Ask around to people you know who have recently sold, bought or are in the process of buying or selling a home to see who they are using. Then … (3 comments)
reno foreclosures: How Will the Foreclosure Halt Affect Me
- 10/18/10 07:11 AM
With the announcement by Bank of America to cease their foreclosure proceedings while they re-assess the fairness of their methods as well as to make sure there are no practices currently in place that could be deemed "predatory", many homeowners are wondering: how will the foreclosure halt affect me? If you currently own a home through Bank of America and are facing foreclosure, your foreclosure is in a temporary holding pattern. If you are trying to purchase a foreclosure through Bank of America, you are also on hold until Bank of America sorts through their past foreclosure practices and find out the … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Utility Bills
- 10/04/10 06:28 AM
While going around and making sure your lights and other electrical appliances are turned off when you're not using them as well as upgrading to new Energy Star rated appliances are tips that most people are aware of to save money and electricity, there are a few other easy ways to save money on your utility bills that you may not have thought of: Water Heater - Most water heaters are set at 140F but this is actually higher than you need it to be. By setting it at 120F, you not only save approximately $36-$61 each year, but you can also prevent … (1 comments)
reno foreclosures: Some Ways to Avoid Foreclosure
- 09/27/10 06:18 AM
Since foreclosures rose 4% in August 2010, it would appear that plenty of people are still struggling to pay their mortgages. If you find yourself in similar circumstances, here are some ways to avoid foreclosure: Avoidance is NOT the best policy - If your lender calls you, answer it. If they leave a message, call them back. If you receive a letter from your mortgage company, reply. It's best to face your problems head on rather than running and hiding. Mortgage companies are more apt to work with you if you are honest and upfront with them than if you ignore … (1 comments)
reno foreclosures: Foreclosure Help for Reno-Sparks and Washoe County
- 03/23/09 08:38 AM
According to the latest report from RealtyTrac, the rate of distressed properties for Reno-Sparks and Wahsoe County went up sharply in January and February. In January, the Reno-Sparks metro area and Washoe County entered the top ten and, in February, they moved to the eighth position for metro areas with the highest foreclosure filing rate. Clark County is in the first position. There are three components to the ranking: an increase in Notice Of Defaults, an increase in Notice of Trustee Sale and the number of foreclosed homes on the market. In response to this increase, Washoe County has posted a Foreclosure Prevention Seminar … (0 comments)
reno foreclosures: Funds Approved to Help Stabilize Reno's Real Estate Market
- 02/16/09 05:57 AM
Last week, the Reno City Council approved $4.5 million in funding to help stabilize Reno's real estate market. Three weeks ago, I told you in my blog, Reno and Sparks To Buy Foreclosed Homes, that the City of Reno and Sparks would be purchasing homes in an attempt to stabilize home values. The agreement reached between the Reno Housing Authority and the City Council is the next step. The federal funds will be received through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and will be allocated to the Washoe County HOME Consortium. The City of Reno will purchase and rehabilitate foreclosed homes in three neighborhoods. The rehabilitated … (1 comments)
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I've lived in the Reno area for many years now. The open, smog-free atmosphere, friendly people, small-town feel and convenient location to Lake Tahoe, Sacramento and San Francisco are only a few of the reasons my family and I decided to put down roots here. After you watch the video below, you're going to want to make Reno home sweet home, too.
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