When it comes to protecting their investment, many building owners and tenants make one crucial mistake. They think that all insurance policies are the same. After all, a building is a building, and insurance is insurance, right? This common assumption is magnified with certified green buildings. While the owners of green buildings realize that their buildings are different, … [Read more...] about Insuring a Greener Future: Protecting Your Business
Healthcare Check-Up: The Unitedhealth Group Acquistion of Sierra Health Services
Las Vegas was abuzz in late August when a runaway railroad tanker car loaded with chlorine gas was headed for the heart of town. Had it crashed, it could have been a catastrophe. Fortunately, the car was stopped and disaster was averted. Before that chlorine gas tanker broke loose and threatened to spill its deadly contents, however, another train, figuratively speaking, … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up: The Unitedhealth Group Acquistion of Sierra Health Services
Industry Focus: Accountants
Recently, experts from the accounting profession sat down at Cili Restaurant in Las Vegas to discuss challenges facing Nevada, including workforce issues, retention, standards, outsourcing and competition. Connie Brennan, publisher of Nevada Business Journal, served as moderator for the event that, as part of the NBJ’s monthly Industry Focus series, brings industry leaders … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Accountants
Gambling on Education: NSEA Seeks to Increase Gaming Tax
The announcement that the Nevada State Education Association (NSEA) would attempt a ballot initiative to raise the gross gaming tax in Nevada came as no surprise to anyone, especially executives at the state’s major casino properties. For several months, rumors had been flying about one and possibly two initiative petitions that would change the state Constitution and raise … [Read more...] about Gambling on Education: NSEA Seeks to Increase Gaming Tax
November 2007: Nevada Briefs
Expanding Radiation Capabilities Nevada Cancer Institute’s Radiation Oncology Department received accreditation by the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO) and began treating patients with its TomoTherapy Hi-Art treatment system in September. The prestigious ACRO accreditation is achieved only by a small percentage of departments across the country. NVCI is accredited … [Read more...] about November 2007: Nevada Briefs
State the Issues: Should judges be appointed Should judges be appointed rather than elected?
Keep Judges Independent By Craig Walton, Nevada Center for Public Ethics Today in Nevada, judges are selected by a corrupt money-chasing process. Since 1998, we have raised the ante on the cost of one Supreme Court seat 300% from $174,000 to more than $543,000. Judges and candidates are forced to seek money, while attorneys and litigants are forced to give money to avoid … [Read more...] about State the Issues: Should judges be appointed Should judges be appointed rather than elected?
Doctors Need Insurance, Too: A Program For Doctors, By Doctors
There is no doubt that the availability of medical malpractice insurance coverage has improved greatly in the past few years for doctors in Nevada. In the past year alone, rates have not only stabilized but decreased 10 to 25 percent. Nevada has seen the formation of a new self insurance program for doctors, by doctors. Premier Physician Insurance Company (PPIC) is a risk … [Read more...] about Doctors Need Insurance, Too: A Program For Doctors, By Doctors
Green Game Makes a Difference One Light Bulb at a Time
At SH Architecture in Las Vegas, it isn’t enough to just build green. Through its sustainable philosophy, the company encourages its 48 professionals to also live green. “Sustainability is the keystone of everything we do, not just in architecture, but in the way we live,” explained Eric Roberts, company vice president. Demonstrating that green living really begins at the … [Read more...] about Green Game Makes a Difference One Light Bulb at a Time
November 2007: Building Nevada Briefs
Green Valley Corporate Center Strives to LEED Certification American Nevada Company is pre-leasing space in the four-story, Class A office building which is under construction in the 90-acre, master-planned Green Valley Corporate Center. The 134,400-square-foot building offers a prime location in a master-planned business park. The building will be constructed in ways that are … [Read more...] about November 2007: Building Nevada Briefs
November 2007: Business Up Front
Personal Relations Still Rules The business world is changing to incorporate technology into day-to-day interactions, meaning that managers must remain on top of the newest innovations while encouraging workers to maintain connections on a personal level. Peter Handal, president, chairman and CEO of Dale Carnegie Training said technology can be an effective tool to enhance … [Read more...] about November 2007: Business Up Front
Industrial Market Summary: 2nd Quarter 2007
Las Vegas Second quarter 2007 industrial-related employment was up from Q2, 2006, indicating continued growth in demand for industrial space in the Las Vegas Valley. According to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, 171,300 industrial-related jobs were recorded in June 2007, a net increase of 800, from June 2006. The Las Vegas Valley’s speculative … [Read more...] about Industrial Market Summary: 2nd Quarter 2007
Patrick Egan
Reno Years in Nevada: 37 Years with Firm: 10 Type of business: Commercial real estate brokerage, with a focus on multi-family and investment property. Biggest Business Challenge: Our transactions tend to have a lot of moving parts – scheduling inspections for buyers, appraisers and lenders, as well as third party groups, verifying financial information which … [Read more...] about Patrick Egan
Judge Not… How Businesses Can Avoid Lawsuits
Avoiding a lawsuit is definitely one instance where businesses should apply Ben Franklin’s advice: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The best way to avoid going to court is to take measures to prevent conflicts that can result in litigation. Some common types of business lawsuits are: breach of contract; disputes between partners or members of an LLC; … [Read more...] about Judge Not… How Businesses Can Avoid Lawsuits
Nevada Tax Myths: Misconceptions Allow Politicians to Dodge Accountability
You’d never know it from the incessant calls for new taxes on Nevadans, but Silver State residents already pay some of the highest taxes in the nation. Recently, the tax foundation in Washington, D.C., reported the percentage of income taken by local, state and federal taxes from individuals in different states. Nevadans bore the fifth-highest burden in the nation, with only … [Read more...] about Nevada Tax Myths: Misconceptions Allow Politicians to Dodge Accountability
401Ks: The Best Plan For Your Business?
Do you think you are paying too much in taxes? Finding it hard to attract and retain quality employees? Establishing a retirement plan for your business could be the solution. Most business owners are familiar with the 401k plan. But is it the best plan for your business? There are a myriad of qualified plans that business owners can establish. The challenge is finding the plan … [Read more...] about 401Ks: The Best Plan For Your Business?