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Buying a home for the first time is expensive. Just to save for a down payment could take months, even years, to save up for. The last thing you want […]

Buying a home for the first time can be really exciting; maybe even a little scary. Knowing who to call, where to look, and how to budget is very important. […]

Spring is one of the very best times of the year to sell your home. Regardless of what the market is like, you usually have the best opportunity for variety […]

If you just received that long-awaited call from your agent that your offer has been accepted– congratulations! The house buying process is long and stressful one, but if you’ve come […]

Buying a home for the first time is definitely a huge step, but can be very exciting! It’s definitely a learning process, and though, it may seem like a tough […]

Let’s face it, it’s easy to make a bad decision anywhere. However, we understand the fears when it comes to living in Las Vegas and getting caught up in the […]

People would be surprised at what Las Vegas has to truly offer in the wintertime. As locals experience extreme temperature drops, they head to nature’s hidden gems in located right […]

It is no surprise that Las Vegas is a hot spot for celebrities. With the high-end shopping, world class restaurants, and luxurious nightclubs, Las Vegas is a perfect destination. We […]

Las Vegas can get an undeserved bad wrap, but despite its reputation, living in Las Vegas is so much more than resort hotels and casinos. Between the entertainment and host […]

It’s not too hard to find inspiration when it comes to selling your home. With all the technology we have these days, there are countless unique ways to market your […]

Before moving, do you know what questions to ask when relocating to a new area? There can be a variety of questions you might want to run by a local […]

Open houses the most common way to show of a home’s selling points, but what if potential buyers see something that makes them turn and run? What are the red […]

Moving during the holidays can be a headache in itself with all the seasonal activities and unpleasant weather in many areas of the country. However, there are also plenty of […]

Want to enjoy the perks of living in Las Vegas? No, we don’t live in hotels, not everyone works on (or even regularly visits) the Strip, and gambling is not […]

Retirement in Las Vegas By: Barbara Thompson, Senior Care Advocate Las Vegas has a reputation as a gambler’s paradise, but those who look at the city as little more than […]

The entertainment capital of the world is fast becoming a revolutionary sports destination, and with the addition of T-Mobile Arena, plus a new Raiders stadium being built, for a city […]

Finding home loans for poor credit is not for the faint of heart… or at least, maybe not something you ought to do without serious homework. If you are asking […]

Equity is the difference between your home’s value and the amount you still owe on the property. Equity can be an extremely powerful tool and also help provide you with […]

“A full home inspection… is the best defense against future liability for the seller and the most assured way a buyer can feel comfortable with the home purchase.” -Tory Graham […]

Buyers’ first impression is the only impression. Sellers: 4 Reasons to Stage Your Home Over 81% of buyers find it easier to visualize the property as their future home when […]

Home is not a place, it’s a feeling. What is an HOA? And what are the benefits? The homeowners association (HOA) are progressively common in neighborhoods throughout the nation and […]

A realtor is not a salesperson. They’re a matchmaker. They introduce people to homes until they fall in love with one. Top 4 Benefits of Working with a Real Estate […]

New home, new adventures, new memories. 5 Tips for The First-Time Home Seller It’s common to have a lot of questions and a sense of anxiety when it comes to […]

Happy Independence Day to our great nation. 4 Ways to Celebrate 4th of July in Las Vegas Las Vegas has been one of the great homes to celebrate 4th of […]

It takes hands to build a house, but only hearts can build a home. 5 Things to Look for in a Las Vegas Home It can be exciting searching for […]

“The journey is the destination.” Once the Las Vegas valley hits summertime, 120 degree weather isn’t really “fun in the sun.” Luckily for Las Vegas’ geographical location, we are only […]

“Nature a home a place to visit. It is home.” -Gary Snyder 4 Ways you Can Get in Touch With Nature in Las Vegas There’s more to the desert than […]

Check out these five apps to make house hunting a breeze! 5 apps to use for your home search Is it that time in your life to finally move into […]

The Las Vegas housing market remains one of the nation’s most dynamic, with overall sales volume up almost 6% from January of 2017. Buyers are continuing to flock to a […]

Las Vegas has become a great market for renters. An abundance of available single-family homes after the recession were snatched up a investors, both big and small. While many of […]

The Las Vegas Raiders got their guy. And wow, what an introduction they’re going to when the first kick-off echoes down The Las Vegas Strip. Earlier this month Las Vegas […]

Well, it’s officially winter in the mountains above Las Vegas. If you haven&x#39;t spent time in the Spring Mountains, which rise a little less than an hour outside of town, […]

The future of home ownership is coming to Las Vegas. Smart homes, or houses equipped with a network of related technologies, are showing up more often on prospective home buyers’ […]

Home prices continue to climb across the country, surging more than 6% in 2017 from 2016. Our own Las Vegas is one of the country’s most prominent in terms of […]

What a year it’s been. If we told you that in 2016 we’d be writing about our shift in franchise direction from being Las Vegas’ top independent brokerage to a […]

Every year, Las Vegas welcomes more of our neighbors from the West. California, stricken with tragic wildfires, the incessant risk of tectonic upheaval, and almost just as bad, the never-ending […]

Buying a house is a stressful, confusing process. But it doesn’t have to be. You see, agents are here to help. We’re your advisors, and often, we find ourselves being […]

No city in the country has experienced the influx of professional sports like ours has in the last couple of years. The latest announcement of a professional sports franchise finding […]

According to a report released this summer by online real estate tracker Zillow, only two markets in the country have experienced more upward growth in real estate value than Las […]

As expected, attention is being given to the commercial real estate that will soon be in the shadow of what will be the new stadium for the NFL’s Las Vegas […]

CENTURY 21 is the most recognized brand in real estate. And like the National Association of Realtors®, or NAR, itself, we’re always on the lookout for new ways to better […]

It will be hard for Las Vegas residents to forget the events of October 1 for a long time. For those that were there, for those that were injured, and […]

In only a couple of years Las Vegas has become a major sports city. We mean that both ways: A MAJOR SPORTS city and a MAJOR sports city. And it’s […]

There’s really not much you can say. No words make a person actually feel better. It helps them know you care, but they probably already know that. Time is really […]

If you’re considering buying a home soon and your tastes are rather specific, it might be a good idea to consider looking at newly built homes. Developers today are doing […]

Renting has become a popular way to live. Well, more common than it was a few years ago, anyway. After the recession, a prevailing sense of non-permanence took hold across […]

CENTURY 21 Gavish Real Estate agents are experts at helping people understand their real estate needs. However, we’re not psychics or Tarot card readers. We don’t have a card table […]

Poll just about anyone who wants to buy a house these days and the answer you’re likely to hear about why they’re still renting will have to do with two […]

Well, if it’s not going to give rise to a casino, new homes are always the next best option. In North Las Vegas (it’s own city, not north Las Vegas), […]

Sometimes, you just know. When our company, one of Las Vegas’s most recognized independent real estate firms, decided it was time to associate with a major national brand, we just […]

It never hurts to ask questions. They say the only dumb question is the one not asked. That couldn’t be any more true when applied to the world of real […]

In a recent survey of places best suited for first time home buyers conducted by Money.cnn.com, Las Vegas was named #4 on a list of 10 U.S. markets. The writers […]

Las Vegas continues to thrive in real estate which is why we’re seeing a peak of interested home sellers. But selling your property isn’t that easy. On top of the […]

The biggest barrier to buying a house is without question the down payment. This is why CENTURY 21 Gavish Real Estate holds seminars to help people understand why kind of […]

The news of a giant manufacturing facility being approved for construction in North Las Vegas elicited a collective sigh of relief from valley residents. New jobs outside of the gaming […]

You’ve either heard this or said this: “It’s a dry heat.” It’s a declaration that may be as well known to Las Vegas residents as “What Happens In Vegas … […]

Thanks To Trader Joes Trader Joe’s announced back in April that it’s location on S. Decatur will be closing, and re-opening in Centennial Center Blvd. What the folks who frequented […]

Some say when it comes to real estate, it’s all about location, location, location. Well, it’s also about jobs, jobs, jobs. Especially here in Las Vegas. New data has shown […]

Buyers in a tight market need to be prepared for surprises because when competition gets heated, sellers hold all the cards. Homes in Las Vegas are going up in price, […]

Housing trends come and go. Then come back again. This year’s design and construction trends have now been around long enough to be considered as such, and we’re seeing them […]

The real job description of your real estate agent is hard to find. Sure, you know that they help you find houses to tour. They open doors for you, talk […]

Jobs and real estate. Two great tastes that … Well, you know how it ends. The Las Vegas housing market continues to regain its foothold and is in fact, healthier […]

Published recently on RISMedia, one of the industry’s most recognized authorities on real estate news and information. The column covered his stance on how communicating with younger buyers today can […]

Las Vegas rental prices are moving up. That must mean it’s time to buy. Well, not really, but it sure does give people a good reason to consider getting into […]

Mortgages are often the most confusing aspect of buying your first home. First, it’s a lot of paperwork, even in spite of laws designed to make them more easy to […]

Las Vegas has a wide array of homes for rent. Many of them are modern and well-maintained; and, they’re in attractive, gated communities with parks and nearby retail amenities.   […]

There is an increasing trend of fewer homes for sale in Las Vegas. In fact, it’s happening everywhere. What we’re experiencing is the market’s reaction to two issues: Builders focusing […]

And here they come. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to be made official today! While nothing is ever 100% in the world of NFL relocation all signs point to […]

Finding a Las Vegas real estate agent when you don’t have an existing relationship can be frustrating. From radio ads to tweets to billboards, the marketing pitches are endless. Unfortunately, […]

As much as we market ourselves as your trusted real estate partner, the decisions about your property are made by you. The price, the terms, the time, even the buyers. […]

The average credit scores of Las Vegas Residents is roughly around 640. That’s not exactly wonderful, but it’s not entirely something to be upset about. Credit score strength is often […]

Reports from the Greater Las Vegas Realtor’s Association indicates that the market remains mostly healthy. It’s somewhat of a surprise that the volume of sales went up for February, considering […]

For First Home Buyers, Myths Persist The average down payment for a home is only 11 percent. However, the prevailing sentiment among most non-owners is that a family needs 20 […]

For a number of years, we championed our independence in the Las Vegas real estate market. Gavish Real Estate became the largest and most recognized independent brand because we cared […]

There have some changes to the way houses are bought in the last year. Those changes came in the form of a resolution put in place to help home buyers […]

The lure of revived Downtown Las Vegas has been wafting through the valley for almost a decade. Depending on who you ask, Downtown Las Vegas is a great place to […]

Buying a house in Las Vegas for the first time can be an intimidating experience. Where should we buy? Should we consider a new school or keep our children where […]

What’s coming to Las Vegas homes in the near future? According to the jointly-held 2017 International Builders’ Show and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, new homes in Las Vegas […]