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Reid Announces Co-Sponsorship Of POWER Act

Nevada Senator Harry Reid released the following statement today announcing his co-sponsorship of the Power Efficiency and Resiliency (POWER) Act. The POWER Act, introduced by Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) and Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), aims to increase the adoption of industrial energy efficiency technologies that can dramatically reduce energy costs for Nevada’s businesses.

Nevada Climbs to No.2 Nationally in New Solar Capacity

Continuing its strong growth from 2014, Nevada ranked second in the nation in new solar capacity added in the first quarter of this year, according to the recently-released U.S. Solar Market Insight Report compiled by GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)

Chase Agent Credits Reno Growth for $8 million Sale

Joya Machabee, who represented the buyer through Chase International Real Estate, notes that the new owner also owns the Reno Tahoe Industrial Center. The center has attracted large and innovative companies like Tesla, Switch, and Zulily, putting Reno and Northern Nevada on the map of the nation’s leading areas of technology and commerce. Reno’s proximity to world-class recreation and the Bay Area further broaden its appeal for corporations looking to relocate or open new facilities.

Reid Statement On Department Of Interior Approval Of Three Nevada Solar Projects

Nevada Senator Harry Reid released the following statement after the Department of Interior announced the approval of three solar energy projects on public lands in Nevada. “It is remarkable how much progress we have made in building a renewable energy industry in Nevada. In 2009, I was proud to join former Secretary Ken Salazar to announce a plan to prioritize and expedite permitting for renewable energy projects on public lands. In 2010, the first solar project on Nevada public lands was approved.

NEVADA HOUSING DIVISION SPONSORED HOUSING LOCATOR WEBSITE REACHES 30,000 LISTINGS

NVHousingSearch.org has reached a major milestone of 30,000 listed housing units. The one-stop resource for statewide rental housing listings and information was launched in the fall of 2014 and has quickly become a go-to resource for both affordable and market-rate rental listings.

Rep. Heck Joins Bipartisan Coalition to Introduce Legislation Unleashing Renewable Energy Potential on Public...

U.S. Congressmen Joe Heck (NV-03), Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Mike Thompson (D-CA) Trent Franks (R-AZ), Jared Polis (D-CO) and Raul Ruiz (D-CA) introduced bipartisan legislation, the Public Lands Renewable Energy Development Act of 2015, which aims to streamline the permitting process for wind, solar and geothermal development on public lands and establishes a revenue sharing mechanism that ensures a fair return for relevant stakeholders

Interior Department Approves First Solar Energy Zone Projects

As part of President Obama’s Climate Action Plan to cut carbon pollution and create clean energy jobs, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell today announced the approval of the first three solar energy projects to benefit from the streamlined permitting process of the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Western Solar Plan.

Meridian Capital Group Arranges $3.9 Million in CMBS Financing for a Shopping Center Located...

Meridian Capital Group, America’s most active debt broker, negotiated a $3.9 million CMBS loan for the refinance of a shopping center located in Las Vegas, NV on behalf of Robert Zarin.

Heller, Heinrich, Risch, and Tester Join Forces to Streamline Permitting for Renewable Energy Projects

U.S. Senators Dean Heller, Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Jim Risch (R-ID), and Jon Tester (D-MT) introduced the Public Lands Renewable Energy Development Act. The bipartisan legislation simplifies the permitting process for solar, geothermal and wind projects on public lands. Following introduction, the senators offered these statements

Heck Bill to End Veterans Homelessness Passes House

Legislation introduced by Congressman Joe Heck (NV-03) aimed at reducing veterans homelessness today passed the House of Representatives by voice vote. H.R. 1816, the Vulnerable Veterans Housing Reform Act of 2015, ends the flawed Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) policy of counting the aid and attendance benefit for low-income, disabled veterans as regular income

WestCorp Management Group Opens New 308-Unit Apartment Community in Las Vegas Nevada

WestCorp Management Group is celebrating the grand opening of its newest apartment community in Southern Nevada. The Wyatt, a 308-unit development near Badura Avenue and Buffalo Road, is now open for new residents. The brand-new community offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units with rental prices starting at $899 per month

National Recreation and Park Association Launches Crowdfunding Project to Raise $450,000 for North Las...

More than 4,000 children and families living near Joe Kneip Park in North Las Vegas depend on the open space as a gathering place outdoors. However, the tough economy has left the park in need of major improvements. That’s why the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has partnered with City of North Las Vegas in a creative effort to raise funds that will help revitalize the park.

HUD ANNOUNCES FAIR HOUSING CHARGE AND SETTLEMENT WITH LANDLORDS IN NEVADA AND HAWAII

As the nation prepares to celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced two fair housing actions involving allegations of housing discrimination involving families with children

HUD Announces Fair Housing Charge And Settlement With Landlords In Nevada

In Carson City, Nevada, HUD charged the owners of a rental property for allegedly refusing to rent a home to parents because they have children.

Homebuyers Find The Perfect Fit In New Lennar Home

RENO, Nev. -- Buyers explored beautiful model homes at Carson River Estates in Dayton and Wintercreek at Somersett in Reno during Lennar’s Grand Opening celebrations over the weekend. Each community features Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® features and Next Gen®–The Home Within a Home® floorplan, but each offer their own distinct collection of new homes designed to accommodate a variety of homeshoppers. With two communities to choose from, buyers were able to find the right home to meet their needs and match their lifestyle

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Nevada Short Sale Information – FTC Cracks Down on Loan Modification...

Las Vegas, NV - January 6, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Effective January 31, 2011, The Federal Trade Commission has banned loan modification companies from charging up-front fees for negotiating modifications of residential mortgage loans. According to Eric Witksoki, Chief of the Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, and the state consumer advocate, “Money spent on mortgage modification consultants is a bad bet for consumers.” Additionally, Witkoski commented that spending money on loan modification is “worse than some of the odds at the casino tables.”

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BLM PROPOSES TO SELL 754.88 ACRES OF PUBLIC LAND IN CLARK...

The Bureau of Land Management Las Vegas Field Office is seeking public comments on a proposal to sell 40 parcels totaling 754.88 acres of public land in Clark County, Nevada. The competitive sale would be by sealed and oral bidding in accordance with the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act (SNPLMA). A Notice of Realty Action published in today’s Federal Register opens a 45-day comment period which will close January 8, 2018.