One unanticipated, but quite welcome, effect of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in the Arizona immigration law case Monday may be that it could help lawmakers save some time during the Nevada Legislature’s 2013 session.
Many Americans are in the process of reassessing their spending patterns, and boomers and seniors are no exception. Seventy-three percent of adults over age 50 started saving more or cutting back on spending last year, compared to 2010, according to a November 2011 report by the AARP. In many cases, the new spirit of frugality is not necessarily born out of financial necessity, but also out of a desire to simplify life, avoid excessive consumption and focus on what’s really important – family, friends and community.
For those considering buying a home, the current real estate market presents some unique opportunities. One of the side effects of the economic roller coaster ride of the past few years is that home prices have gone down and more homes have gone on the market. For buyers, that means more choices and better deals. However, those same tumultuous years also can also teach buyers a lesson: Make smart buying decisions and be wise with your finances.
Temperatures are rising, and kids across the country are suiting up for swim season. But if you’re a parent, you’re probably thinking about how to make sure your kids stay safe while they’re having fun around water this summer.
Whether it’s at work, at home or among friends, building and maintaining relationships is one of the most important parts of life. As people get older, however, the ways in which connections are made and kept change due to life adjustments, new technology and health.
While buyers are advised to get their “financial house in order” to apply for a loan, sellers may find it just as difficult to get their physical house in order and ready for home showings. To avoid getting overwhelmed, prioritize the necessary steps and keep matters in proper perspective, the experts suggest.
The mortgage meltdown really has had three phases. During the period from 2000 to 2007, the country originated millions of “nontraditional” mortgages, such as option adjustable rate mortgages, interest-only loans and mortgages with no-doc loan applications.
The American Dream has always been synonymous with owning a home. But, the economic downturn battered the housing market, changing the industry dynamics.
Event highlights this week include performances by Front Page, The Randy Anderson Band, The Groove Club and Speading Theatre.
There is no reason for a child to go hungry this summer. Free breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are being offered at dozens of locations across the Las Vegas Valley as part of the Summer Food Service Program sponsored by Three Square food bank, the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas and other community partners.
The Sun City Summerlin Board of Directors plans to meet at 9 a.m. July 3 to consider allowing Signature Productions to hold performances at the age-restricted community’s Starbright Theatre inside the Pinnacle Community Center.
The 18th annual Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade is planned for 9 a.m. July 4, and other Fourth of July events and fireworks shows are scheduled across the valley.
Hospitable neighbors have the OK to move into Centennial Hills. Variances for a proposed four-story, 87-unit hotel were unanimously approved by the city of Las Vegas Planning Commission June 12.
Event highlights this week include free interpretive programming in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area and parachute games at the Centennial Hills Library.
Newly elected Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers talks about issues facing Ward 2 and how his CPA background can be an asset in his new position.
If you’ve been watching that massive area of construction along the eastern end of Summerlin Parkway, which some folks have referred to as the Las Vegas “bridge to nowhere,” well, there is an end in sight.
One of the side effects of chemotherapy often is tooth decay, which prompted Summerlin dentist Olya Banchik to establish the nonprofit organization Smiles for Survivors, which helps provide dental care for those diagnosed with breast cancer.
Pizza is delightful. So is Italian wedding soup with spinach and meatballs, chicken parmigiana and linguine with clams. Therefore this is a perfect name for a restaurant that lives up to its claim.
Residents of the Sunrise Trailer Estates recently held a three-day cleanup program.
Henderson couple Cameron and Tammy Stay, who are both confined to wheelchairs, have faced many obstacles in life.