Yearly Archives: 2013

WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 4, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congresswoman Dina Titus of Nevada’s First District announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide nearly $2 million to the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority to offer permanent supportive housing to homeless Veterans, many of whom are living with chronic disabling conditions. The supportive housing assistance announced today is provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program which combines rental assistance from HUD with case management and clinical services provided by VA

Las Vegas, NV - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Do you have equity in your Las Vegas home and need to do a traditional sale? Your home may be worth more than you think. Why pay 6% to sell your home when you can get BETTER SERVICE, BETTER MARKETING and BETTER RESULTS for less?

Las Vegas, NV - May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- There are many Realtors out there. Who will do the best job for you? Representing a Seller in a real estate transaction involves much more than negotiating the highest sale price. Did you know that most real estate contracts are designed to protect the rights of a Buyer, NOT the Seller? Each state uses a different real estate contract, and each contract contains numerous safeguards allowing Buyers’ the ability to exit the contract without penalty. For example, in a Nevada Real Estate Contract, unless otherwise amended, the contract is contingent upon the Buyer’s ability to qualify for financing.

Las Vegas, NV - May 7, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The city of Las Vegas will host its second annual “Homeowners Night” at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, at the Development Services Center, located at 333 N. Rancho Drive

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 7, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- A Las Vegas mortgage agent was sentenced late yesterday to serve 15 months in prison for her participation in a mortgage fraud scheme that netted more than $1.2 million in fraudulent mortgage loans, Acting Assistant Attorney General Mythili Raman of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney Daniel G. Bogden of the District of Nevada and Acting Special Agent in Charge William C. Woerner of the FBI’s Las Vegas Field Office announced today.

EUGENE, OR - May 7, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. welcomes Incline Village, Nevada Realtor Diane Cohn to the ever-expanding network of agents and broker who have integrated a customizable IDX solution onto their professional real estate websites. Cohn, a member of the Incline Village MLS (IVMLS) services, has chosen to supply her potential buyer clients with a dynamic and thorough online real estate search page on her website. Now, home seekers can experience a complete, helpful and time-saving online search without ever leaving the convenient website Cohn hosts.

NEWPORT BEACH, CA - May 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mark Lucescu, President of LUCESCU REALTY, a market leading investment real estate services firm, announced today the sale of Deer Springs Town Center Shopping Center in the City of Las Vegas, Nevada for $50.5 million. Deer Springs Town Center was developed by Regency Centers Corporation (NYSE:REG), a preeminent national owner, operator, and developer of dominant grocery-anchored and community shopping centers. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, Regency is a real estate investment trust with a portfolio encompassing 46.3 million square feet

Las Vegas, NV - April 23, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The office of Nevada Senator Harry Reid, the City of Las Vegas, and the Financial Guidance Center present the “Smart Start Homebuyer Fair” to provide Nevadans with resources and opportunities to become homeowners. Senator Reid’s office continues to help those who still need mortgage assistance and given the improving employment situation in Nevada there is now a growing number of Nevadans who are ready to become homeowners. Homeownership is a major part of Nevada’s economic recovery and Senator Reid is determined to making sure constituents are able to move forward on a smart path to homeownership

Las Vegas, NV - April 22, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- One of the most common questions we're asked is, "Can I stay in my home after the short sale is complete?" Many Realtors and even some Attorneys claim they can sell your home to an investor (i.e. Cash Buyer, Hedge Fund Buyer, Non-Profit Buyer etc.) who will allow you to "lease back" your home as "tenants" after the short sale is finalized...or possibly "Buy It Back" after three years. Who wouldn't want to take advantage of an opportunity like this? Staying in your home would avoid the inconvenience of moving, costly moving expenses, etc. This seems like an attractive solution, however, is it really an option? Is there a catch?

EUGENE, OR - April 16, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Greater Las Vegas MLS (GLVAR) listings are now easier than ever to search online, thanks to IDX, Inc. and real estate professional Matthew Kammeyer of Las Vegas, Nevada. Kammeyer now hosts a dynamic IDX solution on his website, giving home seekers the ability to efficiently search GLVAR listings to find their dream home online. With IDX Broker software, Kammeyer can display thousands of listings without lifting a finger as online property searches have been simplified for potential buyers, agents and brokers alike.

Las Vegas, NV - March 27, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Ballen Group, A Las Vegas real estate team who specializes in Summerlin, Las Vegas and surrounding areas has closed another Las Vegas Real Estate Transaction. This time, The Ballen Group resented the Home Buyer who purchased a home in Henderson, Nevada.The property, located in the subdivision of Sorrel Vista Estates was listed for $155,00 and sold To The Ballen Groups Client for $166,200

Las Vegas, NV - March 27, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Ballen Group just closed a Short Sale with a property on the street: Los Lobos. There was one Lien Holder. The property was listed for $55,000 and sold for $70,000, where the Seller received an approval letter with no deficiency language and zero closing costs.

Las Vegas, NV - March 25, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Ballen Group, A Las Vegas real estate team who specializes in Summerlin, Las Vegas and surrounding areas has closed another Las Vegas Real Estate Transaction. This time, The Ballen Group resented the Home Buyer who purchased a home in Henderson, Nevada

Washington DC - March 25, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today the Senate agreed to the Heller Dependents of Homeless Veterans Amendment by unanimous consent. This amendment ensures that children of homeless veterans are eligible to receive services provided at veterans’ homeless shelters and facilities funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - March 19, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Ballen Group, a top team of Las Vegas Short Sale Specialists under the brokerage Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas has put together a comprehensive Las Vegas Short sale system for sellers. Homeowners who are facing Las Vegas foreclosure can request a Las Vegas Short Sale Agent, Henderson Short Sale Agent, or North Las Vegas Short Sale Specialist to consult with them about their needs.