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Design Update: Desert Modern

What is Desert Modern? I believe that Desert Modern design is a nod to mid-century modern with clean lines, simplicity and bringing the outdoors in with textures, stone, wood, fibers and plants. It lends itself to the 50’s and 60’s retro look but with the earthy vibe and colors of the 70’s. Lots of natural elements take stage here. This architectural movement began with Frank Lloyd Wright – Architect, Designer, Writer and Educator. Originally from the mid-west, his first studio was in Oak Park, Illinois (a Chicago suburb). He built around 1000 structures in his career and retired to Arizona.

June 11, 2022

Featured Listing

7580 Prancing Pony Ct. Las Vegas, NV 89131 A semi-custom estate on almost ½ acre (.43) with breath taking mountain views, an inviting pool and a feeling of being in the peaceful country. Imagine a sprawling one-story featuring a living room with wet bar and a formal dining room that open to a study/office. Also, a spacious family room, kitchen with island, countertop bar and breakfast room. The backyard has a huge, covered patio with multiple entertaining areas, pool, a play area, bbq, paved RV parking & plenty of room for anything else your heart desires. The primary bedroom suite

May 30, 2022

My Palm Springs Trip

My very good friends Kendall and Marco embarked on a new life in Palm Springs, California and invited me to join them as they awaited the finishing touches on their new home. I’ve always loved Palm Springs but this trip was special. We decided to take an architectural tour of some private homes and wow was that cool! I learned a lot about mid-century design. Most particularly fascinating was why the windows are so small and what seems odd places compared to modern designs. Here are some photos from three homes we toured. Two homes were very bright and artsy

May 22, 2022

Open House Tour

Fantastic Home in Seven Hills With A Pool! 3133 Shadow Dust Ave. Henderson, NV 89052 Saturday, July 30th 10am-1pm ENJOY THE PEACE & QUIET OF THE DESERT AND MOUNTAINS FROM YOUR PRIVATE POOL. HENDERSON HOME WITHIN THE GATED MASTERPLAN COMMUNITY OF SEVEN HILLS. A FANTASTIC FLOORPLAN WITH 4 BEDS + LOFT & 3 BATHS. ONE BEDROOM & BATH DOWNSTAIRS FOR A GREAT HOME OFFICE, GUEST SUITE OR TEENAGER. SOARING CEILINGS & LOTS OF LIGHT FROM ALL LIVING AREAS. A HUGE TV ROOM IN FRONT WITH PLENTY OF SPACE FOR A DINING ROOM. AN UPDATED KITCHEN THAT OPENS TO THE FAMILY

February 23, 2022

5 New Ways to Make Your Listing Stand Out

For many people, homes are no longer just a place to live — they’ve become our offices, our new favorite restaurants, our gyms and more. So, when you’re listing a home, it’s important to demonstrate how the space can be used in new ways. Here are five ideas to help buyers realize the full potential of your property: 1. Take it outside Whether it’s a porch, yard or patio, buyers are looking for a place to get away from the indoors. A big selling feature of some of the new home construction is the indoor/outdoor living that seamlessly goes from

February 13, 2022

8 Signs of a Good Agent Worth Selling Your Home

Not all real estate agents are equal. An analysis of 27 million transactions reveals that the top 5% of real estate agents sell homes for 10% more than the average agent. That means that working with a subpar agent could lose you up to $25,000 on a $250,000 home deal — a considerable loss. With over 14,000 Agents in Las Vegas, there is no shortage to choose from. But how do you know if a real estate agent is a top producer or an average Joe? Here are eight signs of a good real estate agent who can carry you

January 2, 2022

Is Listing Your Home During Holiday Season a Good Idea?

If you’re on the fence about listing your home for sale during this holiday season, don’t be. It’s a strong seller’s market. Key Points *Sellers often wait to list until spring. But this year isn’t like others. *Homeowners who want or need to sell during the 2021 holiday season probably won’t have too much competition. *Historically low interest rates have fueled the increase in buyer demand for homes. But rates are expected to rise in 2022. The holiday season is typically not peak listing time for real estate. But the current situation, namely a super-low supply of homes coupled with

November 27, 2021

We have decided to sell our home. What comes next?

Once the decision is made to sell your home, the big question is – what now? Most homeowner’s are interviewing two or three Realtors to potentially list their home. I would say that I get hired because of the answer to their first question: “what do you want us to do?’ I have a reputation for breaking records in communities and I think its a direct reflection of how we present and market the house. How to Prepare The Edit – What does your family value and what is important? You will need to go through each room and closet.

October 23, 2021

When Will The Housing Market Crash?

The Experts Weigh In Article by Leslie Cook featured in Money Magazine on 6/6/21 Ask anyone who’s tried to purchase a home in the last few months, and they’ll tell you horror stories about record high prices and bidding wars that either leave them empty handed or paying well above asking price. With a housing market that’s been red hot for close to a year now, people are beginning to wonder how long the frenzy can last. The number of Google searches asking “when is the housing market going to crash” increased by 2,450% between March and April. Homeowners today

June 6, 2021

What I Love About Summerlin

Having moved to Las Vegas in 2002, I chose to reside in Summerlin, a master- planned community on the western slope of the Las Vegas valley. I enjoy Summerlin very much – the amenities, restaurants, events and shopping. In my free time, I can be found playing tennis, at a Summerlin park with my rescue dog Barclay, taking in an outdoor concert, rooting for the Aviators or dining with friends in Downtown Summerlin. Having grown up in the midwest, Summerlin seemed like a brand new world. I fondly refer to it as the biosphere because you literally have everything you

May 20, 2021

My Palm Springs Trip

8 Signs of a Good Agent Worth Selling Your Home

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