Springing for a Move

It is spring time here in the desert.  As I am typing this, my office windows are open and I hear the birds singing.  Spring is also the time of year when most people decide to move.  Deciding the city or neighborhood to move to is usually the easy part.  Finding the perfect home and selling your current home and having everything coordinated time wise is where it gets tricky.

Having a great real estate agent isn't just nice, it is necessary.  If possible use the same agent to sell your current home and purchase the new home because they know your selling situation and can guide you best in the purchase of your new home.  When moving out of state or to a different city using the same agent is not always possible but the agent selling your home may be able to refer you to an agent they know in the area you are moving to.  That way the communication is open and there are no surprises.

Having a real estate agent that not just shows you property but actually works on your behalf to negotiate a great deal plus communicate the process along the way is vital to your move going as planned.

If you need to sell or purchase a home in the Las Vegas, NV or Henderson, NV area, please check out my website I will be glad to provide you the service you want and need.

Purchasing New Construction

With the recent inventory shortage of homes in the Las Vegas and Henderson areas, many people are turning to new construction, where they won't sell to investors, so they can get a new home. New construction is a great option but it comes with pluses and minuses. 

 The biggest hurdle is your time frame that you need to move.  If you need to move in 30-60 days and you purchase new construction, it may not work.  Unless the home builder has what is called, "standing inventory" or "quick move-in" which is a home ready or almost ready to be moved into.  The other down side is typically the price you see is the price you get, new construction is usually not negotiable.  The home builder may also "dangle a carrot" such as pay some of your closing costs if you use their mortgage lender of choice.  Occasionally, they will offer other incentives such as including a refrigerator or washer and dryer.

On the plus side of getting a brand new house is it is brand new.  New carpet, new paint and the peace of mind of new plumbing, electrical and roof.  Plus, most new home builders offer a home warranty for 1-10 years depending on the builder and the component of the home. Getting to choose what you want in the home is also a plus but remember that is also adds to the cost of the home.  That beautiful model you tour with the Italian marble floor and granite counter looks different than what is included at the price on the sheet given to you.
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Know Where You Buy Your New Home

Knowing where you buy your new home is not as easy as it sounds.  You know you want a particular area but do you really know the neighborhood?  It is up to the buyer to perform what is called "Due Diligence".  Due Diligence is learning about where you are buying.  Was the home the scene of a horrific or high profile crime? You need to know what is going on in the area too.  Anytime you purchase a home in Las Vegas, at some point in the process you will need to sign what is called a "Gaming Map".  The Gaming Map shows all areas zoned for gaming, because there are casinos here in Las Vegas.  I know you did not know that.  Where are the nearest train tracks and airport flight patterns?  This is all stuff you are responsible for knowing when you purchase a home.  Also be sure and scope out neighborhood businesses, are they family friendly or adult oriented? If you are interested in schools it is up to you to get that information as well. 

My website will help with your Due Diligence, this link has information on School & Crime Information in the Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas areas.