Nevada not the happiest state in America

Gallup released its yearly well-being poll Thursday documenting which states were the happiest in America. And Nevada came in at number 26.

Vegas slots soon will accept pre-paid debit cards

Prepaid debit cards — tied to a casino customer’s rewards account — have been approved for wagering on Nevada slot machines following changes in state gaming regulations.

Number of Summerlin homes ready for occupancy shrinking

Popular neighborhoods developed by six builders in multiple villages in the master-planned community of Summerlin have standing inventory with move-in-ready homes available. But because of demand by homebuyers seeking immediate move-in, the number of homes ready for quick occupancy is shrinking, according to Danielle Bisterfeldt, Summerlin marketing director.

Speed bumps cause headache for homeowner

Last Saturday, I talked about a new state law that affects homeowners associations’ disputes. This week, the Nevada Real Estate Division administrator responds:

April’s Summerlin run, bike race registration underway

In April, more than a thousand runners and cyclists from across Southern Nevada and the world will converge for two of Summerlin’s signature outdoor events: The Summerlin Half Marathon and Tour de Summerlin. Registration is open for both.

Silhouette home prices start in the $200,000s

Harmony Homes’ Silhouette features nine floor plans and six models. Located near the intersection of South Fort Apache and Blue Diamond roads in the southwest valley, Silhouette’s home designs range from 1,706 square feet to 2,939 square feet with prices starting about $210,000.

Pardee delivers ‘awesome experience’

What could have been a very stressful experience, turned out to be a wonderful experience, according to Ronald Watkins and Eliseo Reyes, who just moved into their new Pardee home at LivingSmart Homes Providence, a master-planned community in the northwest Las Vegas Valley.

Ryland offers financial assistance programs

From low rates with its own RMC Mortgage to helping homebuyers find state and federal assistance, Ryland Homes is helping Southern Nevadans get homes.

William Lyon unveils new neighborhood

William Lyon Homes is unveiling Southern Nevada’s newest neighborhood today as it unlocks the model home doors of Series II at Tivoli in Mountain Falls. The builder’s newest neighborhood combines Tuscan-style home designs, a relaxed lifestyle and resort-style amenities to create an “oasis in the desert” 45 miles west of Las Vegas, off state Route 160.

Resale Listings Feb. 5-11

Editor’s note: Listings include the resale home’s parcel number. Occasionally, the address listed is the homebuyer’s mailing address and not the actual location of the home. Check the parcel number to make sure. Also, a few transactions do not reflect the market value of the homes.

Police share their insights on burglary and protecting homes

The room was packed when the Metropolitan Police Department held its monthly 1st Tuesday event Feb. 4, sharing tips with residents on how to protect their homes and property.

Nix the neutrals: Undoing open house decor to make a new home your own

When selling a house, the mantra for most is neutral, neutral, neutral. To help potential new owners envision themselves moving in, real estate experts remind sellers to de-personalize their homes. That means removing family photos and mementos and replacing favorite color schemes with more vanilla shades and hues. So as a new homeowner, how do you begin to de-neutralize your new house to make it your new home?

EDITORIAL: New home ice

It won’t be a glimmering new downtown arena that seats 20,000 and is loaded with luxury suites. Nor will it be a stadium with a retractable roof on the UNLV campus.

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