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Las Vegas Real Estate-Things to Consider if You’re Relocating to Las Vegas   Las Vegas Real Estate is a large subject, especially when you are considering moving to Las Vegas. Whether it’s an arrangement through your job or you’re just drawn to the palm trees, hustle and bustle, and constant excitement, we can’t blame you for wanting to stay. So let’s just start off by giving you a warm welcome! There’s so much to do and explore in the Las Vegas area, we’re confident you’ll learn to love Sin City as much as the rest of its loyal residents, especially those who work in property trade. As beautiful and lively as Las Vegas is, moving from one established home to another can be scary, stressful, and even overwhelming. There are so many things to keep track of, not the least of which include your personal belongings! If you’re looking to pick up and relocate to Las Vegas, we hope to be of some help to you during this busy and exciting time. Stay tuned for five things you should kno...

  The Pros and Cons of Buying a Condo In Las Vegas   Owning a condo is a good thing- typically, the Las Vegas real estate market stays stable in regards to condos regardless of how the economy is doing. Condo sales in Las Vegas have been rising steadily, and with this, their values has also been increasing. Some condos are worth the same- if not more than- as a single family, detached home. Because of this, selling a condo is just as good of an idea as buying one is. However, condo living isn’t always clear cut and easy. Like living in and buying or selling any other type of home, there are pros and cons to condos. Before you buy a condo for yourself, consider the following list of pros and cons.   Pros Security A good majority of condos available for buy and rest come with extra security measures. These measures include locked gates or entryways, security cameras, and sometimes doormen. In addition to this, the close proximity of the other residents in the cond...

  Different Types of Homes Available in Vegas Las Vegas is best known for its gambling and party scenes, and is often low down on the list of family friend places to settle down. Despite this, however, some of the best properties can be purchased in or around the big city as the city offers ample space and a variety of different kinds of homes. Between the different options here, you’re almost guaranteed to find a home that will work with your budget and sit well with your family or roommates. Not all home options are beneficial to everyone, though, so to help you decide which type of home you want to buy or rent in Vegas, here is a list of some of the homes available and what pros and cons they may have, as well as any interesting side information about them. Condos Condos in Las Vegas tend to compete with apartments for tenants, and because of this, many condos offer incentives or discounts to potential buyers. Most condos can’t be financed- this is unlikely to affect you ...

Benefits of Buying a Home in Las Vegas   If you’re a first-time home buyer or buying your first home in Las Vegas, it can be hard to decide where you want to purchase your property. The average home price in Vegas is $185,000 but this number fluctuates as home value in the area is going up and down with each passing year. The current average home value is the same as it was back in 2004 before the recession. Chances are, if you’re looking at Vegas to settle down, you’re probably attracted to the city for one reason or another. When it comes down to making a purchase, though, one reason to live in Vegas might not be enough to sway you to take such a big chance on a city that never sleeps. This being said, Vegas is a great place to buy a home for a number of reasons. If you aren’t totally set on Las Vegas already, you might be after you read the following list of reasons that buying in Las Vegas is beneficial.   Warm weather One of the biggest benefits of settling down i...

8 Things to Look for in A New Home If you’re thinking of b uying or renting a new house , you’re probably aware that you need a home that doesn’t have a leaking roof or faulty wiring. This is good. However, after you check those requirements off of your list there are a few other things you should pay attention to before you say I do to your new home. Room size If you have yet to buy furniture, room size won’t matter as much to you as it might to people who already have large sectionals and big furniture to squeeze into the house. If you do have furniture already, though, you’ll want to be sure that it can fit into its intended room before you go ahead and sign on the dotted line. Lay out The layout of a home is more important than most people realize. For people who like to entertain and have guests over, an open floor plan is probably better as it allows the host or hostess to socialize with their guests while doing other things. If entertaining isn’t your forte, however, a mo...

  Las Vegas Property Management Concerns   When you decide to rent as opposed to buying a property you may wonder what your rights are. This seems a little contrived but believe it or not there is a whole industry that caters to the legalities of rental properties and all the implications. The fact is that a rental tenant has the same rights as a homeowner under local laws. The law, when it comes to excessive noise for example, is the same wherever you go. Disturbing the peace is not appropriate in any neighborhood or setting. Always remember also, that sometimes it’s not necessary to solve the problems yourself when it comes to certain circumstances. your landlord may be required to help you. There is a stipulation called “quiet enjoyment” that is in most lease agreements. This stip may entitle you to getting specific assistance by your landlord. A lot of the time this is a clause that is included in the lease and entitles you to quiet enjoyment of the property t...

Is Property Management for You? Are you considering a career in property management ? At IMS Realty Real Property Management, we’re excited to work with you in any capacity. Here are some of our personal favorite reasons as to why property management is a fruitful and satisfying career, as well as the traits we believe every property manager should have. Key Traits 1. Organization. A property manager will be juggling paperwork and dealing with multiple homes at once. Depending on your exact position, you may be delegating work to others. 2. Persistence. Sometimes the market experiences a bust. Sometimes you have to evict a difficult resident. It’s not always easy, so you need to have a positive attitude whenever you can. 3. Math. You don’t need to be a mathematical genius, but whenever finance is involved, it’s important for you to keep track of all the important numbers. 4. Communication. You’ll be working closely with other people, so good communication skills are a must! Not...