Northern Nevada Real Estate and Lifestyle

It's a buyer's market right? That's what the media keeps telling us. Relentlessly. And it is true, at least based on months of inventory. But being a buyer in this market isn't the cakewalk it initially appears to be. As 2010 winds down, I have begun to review our numbers for the year. One thing ...

This series of posts reviews my experience with a convoluted, so-called A to B to C transaction in which I represent the ultimate buyer. If you are interested in this topic, you may want to read one of the earlier posts first (links at bottom) rather than starting with this one...too much like co...

The Investor. Just the name strikes fear into the heart of even the most stalwart short sale agent. The Investor. That guy or gal who can tank the deal you have slaved over for many months with a wave of his/her hand. Who IS this person? I sort of picture the Wizard of Oz: "Who are you?", he bell...

I know you buyers feel like you are in the driver's seat right now, but a word to the wise:  be careful how far you push it. The following parable may be instructive. Once upon a time there was a kind and gentle lady who lived in a rural home with the love of her life. They were very happy there,...

 This series of posts reviews my experience with a convoluted, so-called A to B to C transaction in which I represent the ultimate buyer. I am sharing the details publicly in the hope others will chime in with their experiences and opinions, as these transactions walk a fine line between legal an...

Tinker to Evers to Chance - For those of you who are not baseball fans (say it ain't so!), the footnote at the bottom will clarify what in the world my title is referring to. The rest of you may read on... Recently, I wrote a blog post describing a difficult transaction where I represent the buye...

I have some clients, really fun people, Dick and Jane. Dick and Jane are engaged to be married, and would like to buy a home together prior to the momentous event. Both of them own their own homes now free and clear, as well as an assortment of rental properties that they manage and maintain, so ...

I love the way bamboo flooring looks, and it is hard to argue with the sustainability aspect. But does it hold up well? Here is the scoopage from Debbie Gartner of Floor Coverings International. Enjoy!Of course, this is not a simple answer.  While bamboo is technically a grass, It's usually class...

Dear Reno Short Sale Sellers, I'd like to tell you about my recent experience showing some of your homes. Last week, I took an investor client out to look at houses for sale in Northwest Reno. He is an experienced and hands-on sort, and had compiled a list of eight short sale properties he wanted...

Towering over Reno, Nevada at 10,776 feet, Mt. Rose is both an immediately-recognized landmark and a favorite hiking destination. The Mt. Rose summit trail is long enough and climbs high enough to present a challenge, but at just over five miles each way, is easily accomplished in an afternoon if...