If you are a first time home buyer and  live in Northern Nevada,  or anywhere in the United States, you may be eligible for the $8000 first time home buyers tax credit! Great news, right? On February 17, 2009, Congress passed The American Recovery And Reinvestment Act of 2009. The American Recovery And Reinvestment Act of 2009  says that first time home buyers are eligible to receive a $8000 tax credit. How do you know if you are a first time home buyer?  The law defines the first time home buyer as "a buyer who has not owned or lived in a principle residence over the past three years." Is this you, are you qualified to be a first time home buyer? If so, keep reading! Listed below are a few simple  points that you should know about  the $8000 first time home buyers tax credit: The tax ... 03/21/2009

FOR SALE: ~2645 Sunny Slope # 16, Sparks, Nevada 89434~ Located in Springland Village A darling, meticulously maintained one bedroom condominium is for sale in Springland Village. Asking price is $104,000. Built in early 1980, the current owner purchased this ground floor unit from its original owner and has upgraded many features throughout. This lovely condo features a fireplace, washer and dryer, master bedroom with walk in closet, newer kitchen appliances, separate dining area and comfortable living room. Delightful Kitchen   Large Dining Area From the patio you have a view of the beautiful Springland Village grounds that are  maintained all year round. These beautiful, well kept grounds are just one of the many amenities you will enjoy while living in your new ond bedroom condo in ... 03/18/2009

Some of the firefighters from the Sparks' Fire Department will be honoring Saint Patrick by celebrating Saint Baldrick's Day and taking it all off, their hair that is.  There are many ways to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in Reno and Sparks.  Several of the Sparks' firefighters have chosen to not only wear green but will also be shaving their heads to help raise money to support research for children with cancer.  You don't have to shave your heard to show your support.  You can cheer these fine firefighters as they shed their locks at the Coconut Bowl at Wild Island (a family adventure park) and donating to this worthy cause.  If you are unable to attend the Saint Baldrick affair, you can still contribute online. St. Baldrick's Day EventCoconut Bowl at Wild IslandMarch 17, 2009Time: 6:... 03/16/2009

Casoleil Condominiums, located in the beautiful Spanish Springs neighborhood in Sparks, Nevada are now building and selling  "Phase 2." Single Story floor plans are available.  Units are either up one flight of stairs or on ground level. All rooms are located on one floor. Each unit comes with a one or two car garage, paved driveways, slate entry ways, covered deck and patios. Interior features include 9-foot ceilings, granite slab counter tops in kitchen and baths, upgraded "Clean Steel" appliances, dual sinks in master baths, 2 full bathrooms, custom wood cabinets throughout and upgraded 48oz carpeting and pad. On-Site amenities include: Gated Entry Community Night Lighting Pool and Spa Large Barbecue and Fire pit area Picnic Areas Fitness Center Business Center Community Center Child... 02/15/2009

The Cities of Reno and Sparks will be taking part in the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) new Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). Nearly $1.7 million will be divided up among Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County. The funding is being provided to the County through the U.S.  Department of Housing and Urban Development which was created with the passage of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. The NSP is part of a federal program to help low-to-moderate income families with housing. Organizers plan to rent foreclosed homes initially and leverage the value to buy other properties. How Nevada was chosen to receive funds: The Housing and Economic Act of 2008 calls for allocating funds to States and local governments with the greatest need, as determined by: The n... 01/28/2009

You can earn up to a $7,500 tax credit on your first home. The Tax credit works as an interest free loan that is repaid over a 15 year period.See all the requirements needed to qualify for the Federal Housing Tax CreditShould you have any questions or need further information,please don't hesitate to contact me,(775) 220-1630Or visit my blog at www.SellingNorthernNV.com Joshua TalaykaChase InternationalOffice: 775 850 5900Toll Free: 877 922 5900Cell: 775 220 1630Fax: 775 850 5901985 Damonte Ranch Pkwy, Ste. 110Reno, Nevada (NV) 89521 01/28/2009

In the current market, there are some pretty good condo deals out there in the Reno/Sparks market.  I have recently been helping investors and parents of UNR students find suitable neighborhoods and complexes. The Mountain Meadows townhome complex in Sparks is a pretty good fit for many, when the price is right.  The floorplans are excellent for roommate living.  Check out all active condos at Mountain Meadows in Sparks on my site - just created this page! Mitch Argon 01/26/2009

The Vistas were built in the late 1990's and consist of approximately 1470 single family homes located in the Spanish Springs Area of Sparks, Nevada. Residents who live in this area enjoy beautiful views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, views of Reno, Sparks and the Spanish Springs Valley. Amenities in this neighborhood include paved walking paths, maintained common areas, public parks, an annual picnic to "get to know your neighbors" sponsored by the Vistas Home Owner's Association. Single story and two story homes make up the Vistas neighborhood. Two story homes offer 4 and 5 bedrooms, 2 and 3 bathrooms, loft areas, walk in closets, walk in pantries, double ovens, dining rooms, living rooms, family rooms, retreats, laundry rooms and 3 car garages. The most recent two story home sold fo... 01/26/2009

Greetings -  I just posted up a new page that features the Bristlecove condo complex in Sparks NV. This page, like many others on my site, lists all Condos at Bristlecove. The community is quiet with mature landscaping and is close to great shopping and schools. Take a look. Drop me a note if you have any feedback. Mitch ArgonCalNeva Realty 01/25/2009

What is a Brew HaHa? The definition of a Brew HaHa is basically defined as: "A good time or party that involves the extensive drinking of brew(beer)..." When Northern Nevadans  hear the term "Brew HaHa," we immediatly think of the Sierra Arts Brew HaHa that, for the past 14 years has helped raise money for  Sierra Arts of Northern Nevada. Sierra Arts was founded in 1971 and have since been supporting and promoting art and culture in the Reno and Sparks community. Dance, music, painting, poetry, creative writing, theater and sculpture are all part of how individuals express their passions.  Sierra Arts is committed to helping, encouraging and enabling this creativity. Through various fundraisers, contributions, education, outreach programs and classes, Sierra Arts is able to support the ... 01/23/2009

Concerned about how to safely recycle old electronics?  Wonder what to do with that old television set that is collecting dust in your garage? The Reno/Sparks FREE Recycling Event can help answer these questions. Simply bring the electrionics you want recycled to: The Reno Livestock Events Center ~ Community Building, 1350 N. Wells Ave., Reno, Nevada On: January 31, 2009 - 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Area residents and businesses can drop off their old electronics for free and receive a tax deductible receipt for doing so. Electronics that can be recycled include: Televisions              Computers            Lap Tops Monitors       Keyboards         Cords/Cables Power Supplies         Printers     DVD Players     Cel Phones   The free electronics recycling event is sponsored by the City of Ren... 01/20/2009

The Spanish Springs Cal Ripken Baseball League is officially in its 2009 season and registration for youths ages 4 years old to 12 years old is right around the corner! If you live in Sparks, Spanish Springs or Wingfield Springs, your child is eligible to play on the Spanish Springs Cal Ripken  Baseball League. There will be two options for registering for the 2009 baseball season: 1) In person~ Come to any of the scheduled sign-up dates and complete a registration form. Walk-in Registration Schedule Saturday, January 10th 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Scheels, Conference rooms-upstairs Saturday, January 17th 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Round Table Pizza - Pyramid Hwy Tuesday, January 20th 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Shaw Middle school Saturday, January 24th 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Pizza Plus- Vista & Los Altos Satur... 01/03/2009

  Christmas Tree Recycling! Looking for a great way to get rid of your live Christmas tree?  The "Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful" annual Christmas Tree Reclyling Program is under way. This program allows residents in the Truckee Meadows area to get rid of their live Christmas trees in an easy, responsible way. All ornaments, lights and other decorations must be removed when you drop your tree off. Wreaths, artificial trees and flocked trees are not accepted. A minimum donation of $3 is requested per tree to cover the cost of the program. Donations are tax deductible. Recycled trees will be chipped into mulch which will be used year-round in park, river, and open space projects to prevent weed growth, soil erosion and promote beautification. Last year over 9,000 Christmas trees were recy... 12/26/2008

Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors, This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009! This is a 4 year old single story home in the popular Spanish Springs South.  It has 1,981 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and a 3+ car garage.  There are too many features to mention -- review the property's features below, and then follow the link below to photos and more information.  Check it out, you'll be impressed! Check out my real estate home page for more information on this property! Property Location2320 Dodge DriveSparks, Nevada  89436Listing ID: 189  click for directions   DESCRIP... 12/12/2008

~~~Saturday, December 6, 2008~~~ ~~Sparks Hometowne Christmas Celebration on Victorian Avenue~~  The 22nd annual celebration is being held this Saturday and will once again provide family fun, entertainment, photos with Santa, Christmas carols and a tree-lighting ceremony. Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin will serve as this years Grand Marshal for the Hometown Christmas Parade that begins at 1 p.m. on Victorian Avenue. Natalie earned six medals at the 2008 Beijing Summer Games and five  medals at the 2004 Athens Games. The parade will travel east to west along Victorian Avenue from 1 to 3p.m. Immediately following the parade, attendees are invited to watch the Cami Thompson and Friends perform "Christmas Caroles Come to Life" show on the main stage, next to the Saint Mary's Amphitheater... 12/02/2008

The Vista Valley Shoppes wish to invite you along with your friends and families to come to their 2nd Annual Holiday Bus Shopping Tour on Saturday, November 8, 2008! 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Tickets are $40 per person.   Tickets include: wine, food, souvenir glass, bus tour, and gift bag! The Vista Valley Shoppes are located in Sparks, Nevada in the Spanish Springs and Vista Village Shopping Centers. The shopping centers are surrounded by residential homes which makes shopping convenient for those who live near by. The Vista Valley Shoppes are a cluster of locally owned and operated shops, eateries and salons that are conviently located in East Sparks, just off of I-80 and downtown Sparks, Nevada.  The Holiday Bus Shopping Tour is a great way not only to get your holiday shopping done e... 10/25/2008

Have you been looking for a place to start a business but have not found the right place? Have you been looking to move your business from your home into a place where you will have room to build upon and strengthen your business? Are you planning to start your own business and need to find a place to help you get started? If you answered yes to any or all three of these questions, look no further! I have a place for your business! ~This property is currently being used as a residence. The tenants that occupy the home have been there for years and would love to continue to rent from the new owners. So, if you are not quite ready to start up that business you have been dreaming of, this could be the best option you have. Buy now as an investment and let the tenants stay and pay rent whil... 10/21/2008

~Welcome to Olive & LoLo's~ ~Meet Cricket Dundas ~ Owner Extraordinaire!~ Olive & LoLo's is a Men and Women's Clothing and Gift Boutique located in Vista Village, Sparks Nevada. Vista Village offers a cluster of locally owned shops and eateries on Vista Blvd. in Sparks, Nevada. Just minutes from downtown Sparks, a few miles off of interstate 80, lies Vista Village. Here you will find Olive & LoLo's!  Cricket Dundas opened Olive & LoLo's  with best friend of 20 years, Kristen Spracklin. They both grew up in Northern Nevada, married their high school sweethearts, who, by the way, just happen to be best friends as well. When the idea of opening a fashion boutique in Sparks was presented to them, they both jumped at the chance to open and run their own business. Both ladies are smart, fashi... 10/04/2008

The 20th annual Pancake Breakfast and Open House with the Sparks Fire Department will be Saturday, October 4, 2008! Bring the entire family downtown Sparks and enjoy getting to know the Sparks Firefighters! Sparks Mayor Geno Martini plans to be among city leaders serving up pancakes, eggs, ham, juice & milk. Sparks, Nevada is known for its traditional values and the Sparks Fire Department has been serving breakfast the first Saturday in October for the past 20 years. The annual event raises money for local fire victims and for fire prevention activities. All proceeds go back to the community. The Pancake Breakfast kicks off a month long community focus on fire prevention. The firefighters will be going to businesses and schools teaching individuals how to prevent fires, what to do in ca... 10/03/2008

Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors, This is an ongoing feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about my listings that have sold at a great Rasner-Yacenda price!  This was a fantastic deal for a young family wanting to own their first piece of real estate to live in or use as a rental.  Check it out, you might be surprised! Check out my Real Estate Home Page for more information!  Check out my Real Estate Home Page for more information!  Property Location967 DamonSparks, Nevada  89431Listing ID: 115  click for directions   DESCRIPTION Condo/Townhome/Coop Property, Area: Sparks, County: Washoe, Approximately 0.01 acre(s), Year Built: 1979   PROPERTY DETAILS •  Condo/Townhouse •  2 bedrooms •  Built in 1979 •  1.5 bathrooms •  0.01 acres lot •  Composition roof... 09/09/2008