Overton fire burns six acres

Firefighters responded Friday afternoon to a fire in Overton that burned about 6 acres of brush and threatened many homes, livestock and barns.

Pardee Homes’ Las Vegas Division wins awards

Pardee Homes’ Las Vegas Division received four Silver Nugget Awards from the Southern Nevada Home Builders Association.

Summerlin’s events enhance community lifestyle

Quality of life is one of the many reasons people flock to Summerlin, the Las Vegas Valley’s largest master-planned community. Summerlin not only offers well-planned open spaces, miles of exercise trails, clean and landscaped streets as well as homes designed by top American homebuilders, life in the community includes year-round events just for residents.

New mortgage rules may simplify home buying process

For those planning to buy a home this year, unless they are in a position to make an all-cash offer, chances are that they will feel the effects of Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s new mortgage regulations that took effect Jan. 10.

Toll Brothers presents limited-time incentives

Toll Brothers is presenting buying opportunities and limited-time savings at its neighborhoods of Santaluz in Summerlin, Savona in the northwest valley, Mirasol at Mountain’s Edge, Toll Brothers at Inspirada in Henderson and newly opened Franklin Park in Providence. Each home collection combines the advantages of new construction with energy efficiency in an upscale, single-family and town house design enhanced by several sought-after amenities.

Shea Homes at Ardiente awarded top industry honors

What do you look for in a homebuilder? When it comes down to milestone decisions such as purchasing your dream home, passion and commitment are the hallmarks of a worthy builder. One top selling, resort-style community, Shea Homes at Ardiente, is known for just that.

Sutter Hills’ Peyton plan makes impression

The Peyton floor plan at Sutter Hills at Mountain’s Edge is a must-see for homebuyers in southwest Las Vegas. The two-story plan, by national homebuilder Richmond American Homes, offers up to six bedrooms, 4½ baths and approximately 3,300 square feet, starting from the mid-$300,000s.

Mortgage forgiveness suggestions from attorney not for Nevada

Apparently, readers can’t get enough information about short sales and how best to deal with the federal Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act after Congress allowed it to expire on Dec. 31.

Home upgrades should be up to owner, not children

Q: I am one of five siblings, and we are all older than 50. Four of us are married and have families, while one brother who is single lives with Mom. My mom is a widow, 82 years old, and she owns her home, but over the years it has come into disrepair. It has been tuck-pointed and re-roofed, and we put in a new garage, furnace and air conditioning, but the interior needs upgrading. The original electric and water need replacing, and the kitchen and baths need remodeling.

Try one-on-one approach before filing complaint

Q: What do I do when my homeowners association does not enforce the rules? I have numerous times faxed and emailed complaints for a house in my neighborhood that always keeps the garage door open and the community rules state garage doors be closed except for entering and exiting.

Jazz today at Providence

Come spend a beautiful afternoon outside with your family and friends, listening to jazz and enjoying the smoked and zesty flavors of barbecue, against the backdrop and spectacular views of the Las Vegas Valley.

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