Forget what the calendar says. Lara and Juliana say fall has officially started. Lara had her first pumpkin spice drink of the season and she can already feel a change in the air. That’s good enough for us! Meanwhile, Juliana and her daughter are celebrating the return of pumpkin bagels at Einstein Bros. Bagels, made with pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. So yes, it may still be warm outside…but the pumpkin has spoken. 🎃🍂

My 13-year-old spent the entire summer saving every dollar he earned for one thing: an e-bike. Except I quickly learned that when a teenage boy says “e-bike,” he may actually mean “small electric motorcycle that goes way too fast and absolutely does not belong on the street.” Bike suggestion #1: No. Bike suggestion #2: Also no. After realizing that Mom was apparently going to insist on boring things like “street legal” and “age appropriate,” he finally sent me one I could act

When people think of Las Vegas real estate, they often picture newer neighborhoods where the homes sit fairly close together. But if a little more breathing room is on your wish list, you definitely have options. Whether you want space for a pool, RV parking, a detached garage, a casita, horses, or simply a little more distance between you and your neighbors, there are several areas around the Las Vegas Valley worth exploring. Northwest Las Vegas The northwest part of the Las

Tamara here! I am excited to announce the launch of my brand-new, ladies-only Fantasy Football League: “This Ain’t No Book Club!” After joining a family league a couple of years ago, I fell in love with fantasy football and couldn’t wait for the official season to start. That inspired me to create a Fantasy Football League for women who love football as much as I do. We approach the sport a little differently because uniforms matter, cuteness matters, emotions matter…and play

If you haven’t bought or sold a home recently, you might be surprised by how much real estate rules have shifted. Following the landmark 2024 Sitzer-Burnettsettlement against the National Association of REALTORS®, buyers are now required to sign written agreements with their agents and upfront commission offers can no longer be listed on local databases (e.g the MLS). A major appeals court officially upheld that settlement this week, cementing these changes for good. Buyer-Br

Southern Nevada has always been known for tourism and hospitality, but our local economy is becoming much more diverse. Highlighted in a recent post from Applied Analysis on Instagram, from June 2025 to June 2026, professional and business services saw a 7.2% increase in employment, followed by education and health services at 6.3%. Leisure and hospitality is still an important part of the Las Vegas valley, but it’s no longer the only major driver of job growth. This is a goo

Lots of cool things are happening in Green Valley and I love the direction the area is headed! The Cliff at Green Valley Ranch is a $55 million redevelopment project. The key word here is redevelopment! They’re transforming older office space into a vibrant open-air destination filled with retail, wellness, and dining options. The project will span more than 100,000 square feet, and one of the announced tenants is Arhaus—one of my favorite home décor stores. YAY! I’m already

Summerlin continues to grow, and there are now four new villages offering a wide variety of homes near the foothills of the Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon. From attached townhomes to spacious single-family homes and luxury estates, there is something for many different lifestyles and budgets. One important reminder before you start touring: most builders require your real estate agent to accompany you on your very first visit to a new-home community. Be sure to give us

What is Earnest Money? Earnest Money is a deposit a buyer puts down when purchasing a home (EMD). The amount of the deposit is negotiable. While EMD is not technically required, a deposit between 1% to 2% is customary when getting a loan. When paying cash, the EMD is generally higher, up to 10%. Basically, EMD shows that a buyer has an earnest intention to buy and is willing to put something on the line. In Nevada, the EMD is commonly held by a neutral third party: the title

Realtor News recently published an article about using paint to your advantage to get your home ready to sell or just to get a fresh look. Home remodels can be costly, but sometimes a gallon of paint in specific areas can make all the difference. Paint is an excellent bang for your buck! 1. Refresh functional cabinetry with color. If the layout of a kitchen still functions well, painting cabinetry can be helpful to reimagine the space before you commit to replacement. And may

America is celebrating its 250th birthday and there's no better way to celebrate Independence Day than with a spectacular fireworks show! Whether you want to watch the sky light up over the Las Vegas Strip or enjoy a family-friendly celebration at a local park, Southern Nevada has plenty of options. Here are some of the best places to catch fireworks this Fourth of July: Las Vegas Strip Caesars Palace Treasure Island Venetian MGM Grand ARIA Planet Hollywood Resorts World Font

This Sunday we celebrate the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures who have shaped our lives with their love, guidance, and unwavering support. Whether they taught us how to ride a bike, fix things around the house, or simply showed up when we needed them most, their influence leaves a lasting impact. So to all the dads out there, we hope you have a very happy Father’s Day!

Desperate for a change of scenery, silent film stars Rex Bell and Clara Bow left the Hollywood spotlight in 1931 to buy a 160 acre ranch in the wilds of Nevada. They named the ranch Walking Box Ranch. Rex said, "This is the last time you are going to see Clara. I'm taking her out of this town, and she's not coming back. I'm going to save her life." They lived onsite in a shack while their Spanish Colonial Revival-style house was built. Clara walked for hours in the desert and

I got that small white postcard a couple of weeks ago. You know the one. We don't think about it at all until it arrives in the mail and then it's, “Aw man, this is really going to disrupt my life.” I received plenty of joking advice about how to get out of jury duty but the truth is, I don't actually mind it. I feel it's my civic duty and a chance to give back to the community and country that I love. It's interesting too, to see democracy in action. I was part of a second w

Scammers are getting sneakier and more creative, and unfortunately the real estate world is one of their favorite places to operate. With the large amounts of money involved in transactions, Realtors, lenders, title companies, and buyers are all attractive targets for cybercriminals. One scam that’s been popping up lately involves people pretending to be interested buyers who want to tour a home over Zoom. Everything can seem normal at first. They sound legitimate initially,

The Helldorado Days Parade, formerly known as the Las Vegas Days Parade, or simply Helldorado, celebrates our city’s western roots and is scheduled for this Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. There is no fee to enter the parade, which will take place on Fourth Street downtown between Gass and Stewart avenues. The parade usually includes floats, high school marching bands, cowboys and cowgirls on horseback, costumed dancers, car clubs, nonprofits, and more. The parade was

I was in Texas recently visiting my friend Sowmya and she took me to see gorgeous fields of blossoming bluebonnets, the Texas state flower. Taking in the beauty of the blossoms and butterflies, it struck me how special it is that every U.S. state has its own designated flower. There’s something quite wonderful about that actually. As a non-native Nevadan, (like most of us, ha) I had to look up the state flower. It’s the sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata). The more I thought abo

With swim season approaching, I wanted to share a quick reminder about water safety for children. I was recently amazed to see my 17-month-old granddaughter, Elle, floating on her back by herself thanks to Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) training. This program teaches infants how to survive if they accidentally fall into the water. Elle is now in her second phase of training, learning the "swim-float-swim" technique. Above is a picture of her floating confidently on her back.

Spring mornings in my backyard feel like a noisy celebration. Within fifteen seconds of hanging bird feeders on tree hooks, swarms of birds hungrily attack. I pour fresh water into two bird baths and the drinking and bathing begin. With a warm double espresso in hand, I settle onto a patio chair and take it all in. Lesser goldfinches and house finches chatter and jostle for space. Gambel’s quail wander through with their shy, curious presence, while Verdin dart about, busy w

For a limited time, essential workers can get $20,000 to buy a house! Nevada’s essential workforce is at the heart of our communities and now there’s a program designed to give back. The Worker Advantage Program offers $20,000 in down payment assistance to eligible buyers, helping make homeownership more attainable. Funds are provided as a no-interest, no-payment, non-forgivable second loan and can be used toward your down payment, closing costs, interest rate buy-down, or a