Make Relocating to Las Vegas an Invigorating Fresh Start

Relocating to Las Vegas can be an invigorating fresh start: an opening to unexplored opportunities and a brand new community filled with tomorrow’s life-long friends. Then again, faced with a sudden onslaught of details and decisions, it can be an experience that falls just short of overwhelming. Every year, 43,000,000 Americans move to a new home, yet the Employee Relocation Council says that moving is the third most stressful event in a person’s life. 

If you are relocating to Las Vegas anytime soon, there is much that you can do to ensure the more positive outcome. Whether you will move for professional reasons or just to take advantage of the lifestyle Las Vegas offers, you will cut down on anxiety when you take positive steps to orient yourself ahead of time. 

If at all possible, make a few excursions to Las Vegas well in advance of your move. Make them mini-vacations: when you check into a local hotel or motel for a few days with no pressing agenda, you’ll be free to learn a lot about your new town, discover some of what will become your new favorite place, and just plain get familiar with what is where (and how to get there). Later, when you’re in the midst of relocating to Las Vegas, there won’t be any free time for that kind of leisurely investigation. 

Be sure to visit our Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce early during your first stay. You’ll find loads of resources to help you familiarize yourself with the whole region. From welcome packets that include coupons and a list of things to do, to specific question-answering advice and help, the C of C is a great free resource for future residents.

Even further in advance, once relocating to Las Vegas looks likely, whether you plan to buy or lease, get in touch with a Las Vegas Realtor^®.  There is no better source for insider guidance on schools, which neighborhoods are the best for your needs, and invaluable help in finding and landing your new residence. 

Advance planning will make relocating to Las Vegas a positive and efficient experience— and it’s my business to help that happen for my clients. Contemplating relocating to town in 2014? A call to me now is a great way to get started!

Marcelo V. Mayol

The Mayol Realty Group

Realty One Group

702-812-9990

MarceloMayol@yahoo.com

www.TheMayolRealtyGroup.com

www.YourVegasHomesValue.com

www.VegasHomesDistress.com

www.ShortSaleInfoLV.com

Buying a Las Vegas Condo is a True Lifestyle Decision

Existing home sales rose nationally throughout 2013 – and included in those numbers were a good many condominiums. If 2014 will find you investigating the market for a new home, it may be time to give condo living a serious thought.  Buying a condo in Las Vegas can provide many of the benefits of home ownership minus much of the worry that goes with keeping your property. Of course, whether buying a condo is the right housing solution depends on the buyer as well as the particular condo itself – but there are some generalities usually hold true.

Most condominiums include a variety of amenities for the owners. There may be an on-site fitness center, or a pool. Owners may also have access to a club room, or even other features that some of the larger upscale developments offer, such as on-site shopping, hair salons and concierge services.

Whether you call it an ‘amenity’ or not, never having to shovel snow, mow the lawn or worry about property upkeep is certainly welcomed by many. If you are buying a condo in Las Vegas, you’re usually buying everything from the drywall inwards – the rest is owned by the development.

Those amenities don’t come for free. Typically, you’ll be required to make payments to the Homeowner’s Association, or HOA. These fees can be tiny or considerable: ranging from a couple hundred dollars a year to as much as four figures a month. The variation in those numbers make it mandatory to include the HOA fees in your budget when you’re shopping for a condo. Your savings on home insurance and property taxes can be given back in HOA fees.

Many people are drawn to condo living principally because of the accompanying worry-free lifestyle. You get your own living space, are free to modify it, and are working towards owning it rather than just paying rent. However, this lifestyle isn’t right for everyone: you sacrifice a degree of privacy, and don’t have your own yard.

The luxury of condo living will only be enjoyed if you’re comfortable with the lifestyle that goes with buying a condo. Then, if you do think you might be a buying a condo in Las Vegas this winter, call me to review today’s best inventory!

Marcelo V. Mayol

The Mayol Realty Group

Realty One Group

702-812-9990

MarceloMayol@yahoo.com

www.TheMayolRealtyGroup.com

www.YourVegasHomesValue.com

www.VegasHomesDistress.com

www.ShortSaleInfoLV.com

Buying a Home in Las Vegas is No Do-It-Yourself Project!

Buying a home in Las Vegas is hardly a do-it-yourself kind of project. Having confidence that all the i’s are dotted and the t’s crossed requires the input of professionals whose daily dealings keeps them in touch with the current legal and financial arenas. 

Call them the “Fundamental Four” — the four groups of professionals you will want to have on your team when buying a home in Las Vegas this winter.

First and foremost, you need to be sure the money factor is handled in an advantageous way. By far the most popular route is via a mortgage: a home loan. Your specialist here is the professional mortgage broker. He or she will advise you on the types of mortgages available this winter; will work with you to determine the amount you qualify for, the different payment plans you can choose, and guide you through the maze of paperwork. 

A real estate agent does more than just sparing you the trouble of going through the listings to find a suitable home. Yes, your agent will help you identify Las Vegas homes for sale that suit your budget and preferences, but will also be a vital part of the negotiating process and the disclosure and associated paperwork. Your agent is actually the professional who ties together the work of all your other consultants. 

The inspector is your expert when it comes to verifying the quality of the property itself. He will inspect and prepare a comprehensive report on every critical physical aspect. Buying a home can’t be a guessing game when it comes to the state of the structure itself: your inspector will help you determine if it fits the price tag.

The title/escrow company facilitates the actual transaction itself, which can be a bit more complicated than you might think. They will prepare all the legal documents after inspecting the title of the property, and, via contract, oversee the timing as the home is transferred from the seller to you.

Thinking of buying a home in Las Vegas this winter?  Start with the information that’s just a phone call away.  Contact me today!

Marcelo V. Mayol

The Mayol Realty Group

Realty One Group

702-812-9990

MarceloMayol@yahoo.com

www.VegasHomesDistress.com

www.ShortSaleInfoLV.com

Making the Winning Offer for Luxury Homes in Las Vegas

Like most other parts of the real estate market, luxury homes in Las Vegas are expected to show a rise in demand going forward. Certain luxury homes have inherently superior marketability: luxury homes that both make a ‘statement’ and are priced competitively within their category are the most likely to attract competition between buyers. If you are among those looking for your perfect luxury home in Las Vegas, you could face that kind of competition this summer. Here are three stalwart factors shown to help beat the crowd:

1.            Money Talks

Have your finances ready before you start your home search. If you’re a cash buyer, prepare the qualifying documentation. If needed, get your current home sold, or secure an appropriate mortgage commitment before making your offer. Whether your offer is the highest or not, being able to verify that you have the ability to close on the deal can be a powerful persuader.  At the price point where multi-million dollar lending can be a stumbling block, a verified offer automatically becomes a most attractive feature.

2.            Align Yourself with a Connected Buyers' Agent

Buyers' agents who specialize in Las Vegas’s luxury homes can sometimes make a decisive difference. Being better connected to gain access to off-market or exclusive listings, the right agent may be able to alert you to emerging properties before they hit the broader market. Important because —

3.            Moving Fast Can Seal the Deal

If you are ready to buy and know what you are looking for, as soon as you find the right property, be mentally prepared to make your offer. Every moment you dawdle invites a multiple-offer situation — and though you may still get the house, you can also end up paying more than you should have. Sometimes it just depends on how quickly you are prepared to move.

Luxury homes in Las Vegas can sell more quickly than many of today’s buyers expect. Especially in a changing market, it’s important to have the most adept representation possible. Contact me today if you’d like to discuss this summer’s offerings of luxury homes in Las Vegas.