For release July 7, 2026 Contact: George McCabe, B&P (702) 325-7358 gmccabe@bpadlv.com LVR housing statistics for June 2026 LAS VEGAS – A report released Tuesday by Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) shows local home prices hovering at a record high, with more homes selling than last month and last year. LVR reported the median price of existing single-family homes … [Read more...] about LVR Reports Local Home Prices Hovering at Record High
Industry FocusBankers
The banking industry is navigating headwinds on multiple fronts as institutions strive to preserve a culture of highly personalized and long-term strategic relationships with clients. From shifting election dynamics to overseas conflicts, Nevada's financial leaders are tasked with guiding clients through uncertain times while tackling the rise of sophisticated AI-driven fraud, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Katherine Vergos
President Dignity Health Las Vegas Market Type of Business: Healthcare Based In: Southern Nevada Hails From: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Years Org. Has Been in Nevada: 78 Years as an Executive in Nevada: 2 Employees in NV (approx.): 3.5K How Did You Get Into Your Profession? After earning my nursing degree and serving in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps, I discovered that while … [Read more...] about Katherine Vergos
Around the StateJuly 2026
UNLV Awarded Nevada State Scholarship for New Degree Program The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has launched Nevada's first bachelor's degree program in Insurance and Risk Management. Tuition costs for the entire first class of students were covered by a gift from the Nevada Surplus Lines Foundation. After seeing the success of the new program, the foundation has … [Read more...] about Around the State
ReD ReportRetail Summary – First Quarter 2026
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine, Senior VP of Retail, Dickson Commercial Group The retail market in Washoe County remained steady in Q1, with vacancy dropping from 3.8% to 3.4%, reflecting continued demand for retail space. The quarter included four leases exceeding 6,000 SF, marking an uptick in large-format leasing activity. With vacancy continuing to trend lower, the … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsJuly 2026
Source: UNLV Center for Business and Economic Research The United States is experiencing continued growth with largely positive economic signals from several key indicators. The second estimate of real gross domestic product (GDP) for 2026Q1 continues to expand at a moderate pace, with annualized and year-over-year growth rates of 1.6 and 2.6 percent, respectively, slightly … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Is One Thing You Wish You Had More Of in Your Daily Routine?
Paul C. Williams Partner, Bailey Kennedy, Attorneys at Law "I wish I had more uninterrupted thinking time. Space to step back from constant demands and focus on strategy, creativity, and better forward-looking decision-making." Jacqueline Beato Chief Executive Officer, Touro University Nevada "More in-person meetings! Many people still default to Zoom, and I feel … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Top Rank Attorneys2026
Top Rank Attorneys (formerly Legal Elite), a signature feature of Nevada Business Magazine for almost two decades, continues its tradition of showcasing the state’s most respected legal professionals, chosen by their peers. This annual list highlights attorneys across all sectors—private practice and public service—representing both northern and southern Nevada, along with the … [Read more...] about Top Rank Attorneys
Industry FocusMining
The mining industry in Nevada is as old as the state itself. However, as the United States seeks to become less dependent on other countries, Nevada's mining industry has a spotlight shined on it because of how rich the land is in critical minerals. Throughout the world, the Silver State sets the gold standard for mining practices and is leading the charge in creating a mineral … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Taxes in NevadaMaintaining a Hard-Earned Reputation
Nevada’s 83rd legislative session, which began on February 3, 2025, successfully concluded sine die on June 3, 2025. Despite attempts by some legislators to vote in bills that would increase taxes, the Silver State’s reputation as a business-friendly state remains intact. The lack of approved taxes that made it through the legislature can be attributed to a number of … [Read more...] about Taxes in Nevada
Around the StateJune 2026
SendCutSend Receives $110M investment Northern Nevada-based manufacturing company, SendCutSend has announced a $110 million investment, bringing the company valuation to over $1 billion. A Nevada startup, SendCutSend has a tech-driven production model making custom manufacturing faster and more accessible for businesses. The company plans to invest over $1.25 billion into … [Read more...] about Around the State
ReD ReportOffice Summary: First Quarter 2026
Northern Nevada By Reed Backstrom, Colliers | Reno At the close of Q1 2026, Northern Nevada’s office market posted modest improvement across several key indicators, with vacancy declining 20 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 8.8%. Leasing activity totaled nearly 150,500 SF during the quarter, an increase of almost 50% compared to Q4, signaling a pickup in tenant movement … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsJune 2026
The United States is experiencing continued growth with largely positive economic signals from several key indicators. Seasonally adjusted U.S. nonfarm employment increased by 115,000 jobs in April, mainly driven by job gains in healthcare, transportation and warehousing, and retail trade. The unemployment rate remained flat month-over-month. The advance estimate of real gross … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Is Your Favorite Weekend Getaway?
Trisha Litzau Director of Client Development Gensler “I love taking my dogs on a quick getaway to the California coast—whether it’s a short flight or an easy drive, the ocean always helps me reset and recharge.” Celena DiLullo President Palm Mortuaries & Cemeteries “My favorite weekend getaway is the Grand Canyon, or any outdoor space that I can hike and be one … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Southern Nevada BusinessesDecorative Grass Deadline Approaching
As Southern Nevada moves closer to the state-mandated deadline regarding decorative grass, property managers are encouraged to start landscape projects now to avoid contractor bottlenecks and ensure compliance with the law. Beginning January 2027, Nevada law prohibits the use of Colorado River water to irrigate decorative, nonfunctional grass at … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada Businesses