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August 2009 Carson Valley Real Estate Market Report We had 41 homes sell in the Carson Valley in August 2009, compared to 43 sales in August of 2008. It's always better to compare the same month in the previous year so that you're comparing similar seasons. August is typically a month for vacatio...

Common Questions by Tenants Living in Foreclosed Northern Nevada Properties We have had a few new Northern Nevada bank-owned properties assigned to us recently that have had tenants in place. Each time, the Asset Manager for the bank has authorized us to offer a Cash for Keys agreement to the ten...

Welcome to the seventh and final post in a series of 7 posts covering the more important issues about buying a home in Northern Nevada. In the first post, we covered the topics  "Why Should I Own A Home?" and "Why Should I Use a REALTOR®?". In the second post, we covered "Real Estate Commissions ...

Welcome to the sixth post in a series of 7 posts covering the more important issues about buying a home in Northern Nevada. In the first post, we covered the topics  "Why Should I Own A Home?" and "Why Should I Use a REALTOR®?". In the second post, we covered "Real Estate Commissions Explained" a...

This home has been completely painted inside and out and it shows! New carpet and sheet vinyl wood styled flooring will have you thinking its hardwood, but it’s a snap to maintain! Very spacious rooms, a large family room, sunny eat-in kitchen with lots of cabinets, oversized 2 car garage, plus a...

Welcome to the fifth post in a series of 7 posts covering the more important issues about buying a home in Northern Nevada. In the first post, we covered the topics  "Why Should I Own A Home?" and "Why Should I Use a REALTOR®?". In the second post, we covered "Real Estate Commissions Explained" a...

NEW LISTING - 228 Shepherds Bush Court - St James Village - $139,900 Gorgeous St. James Village 1.18 acre lot. St. James Village is within minutes to Reno, Lake Tahoe, and the Mt. Rose Ski Area. This lot is now bank owned and just a fraction of what it sold for a few short years ago. This spectac...

Minden Single Family Home REDUCED: 1535 W High Pointe Court - Now $469,000 This deal is SMOKIN' HOT! 4 bedrooms 3 full baths 2,752 square feet 3 car garage Views Views Views! Meticulously maintained by its original owners, this home has appeal and finesse everywhere you look! Tile counters and fl...

Welcome to the third post in a series of 7 posts covering the more important issues about buying a home in Northern Nevada. In the first post, we covered the topics "Why Should I Own A Home?" and "Why Should I Use a REALTOR®?". In the second post, we covered "Real Estate Commissions Explained" an...

This is a great article explaining the values to be found in the Gardnerville Ranchos.Gardnerville Nevada Homes for Sale in the Carson Valley - Spotlight on the Gardnerville Ranchos The Gardnerville Ranchos is located in the southeastern corner of the Carson Valley. The neighborhood is bordered b...