LAS VEGAS – Solomon Dwiggins & Freer, Ltd., a leading Nevada law firm practicing primarily in trust and estate law, announced that Alexander G. LeVeque was recently named a partner in the firm. LeVeque joins the firm’s other partners, including Mark A. Solomon, Dana A. Dwiggins, Alan D. Freer, Brian K. Steadman, Steven E. Hollingworth, Brian P. Eagan and Jeffrey P. … [Read more...] about Alexander G. LeVeque Named New Partner with Solomon Dwiggins & Freer, Ltd.
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Project 150 Hosts Sept. 3 Open House: Charity Unveiling New 8,000-Square-Foot Warehouse and Betty’s Showroom
LAS VEGAS – With more than 2,100 homeless high school students in the Las Vegas Valley, many of whom don’t have basic necessities to start the school year, Project 150 is expanding to meet the growing need for its services. To show just how Project 150 helps local teens in need, it is holding an open house from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, at its new building at … [Read more...] about Project 150 Hosts Sept. 3 Open House: Charity Unveiling New 8,000-Square-Foot Warehouse and Betty’s Showroom
Nevada-Based Developer to Build 898,560 SF for Wayfair Inc.
Dermody Properties, in a joint-venture with Hillwood Investment Properties (Hillwood) will develop an 898,560-square-foot facility for Wayfair Inc. (NYSE:W), one of the world’s largest online destinations for home furnishings and décor. The facility will be located on a 52-acre site at 1600 Donaldson Rd. in Erlanger, Ky., adjacent to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky … [Read more...] about Nevada-Based Developer to Build 898,560 SF for Wayfair Inc.
Colliers International | Las Vegas Updates Aug. 31, 2015
LAS VEGAS – Colliers International – Las Vegas announced the finalization of a lease to Pacific Dental Services LLC. The approximately 3,000-square-foot retail property is located in Pecos Legacy Center at 2578 Wigwam Parkway in Henderson. Scot Marker of Colliers International represented the lessor, Centra Pecos Legacy LLC. LAS VEGAS – Colliers International – Las Vegas … [Read more...] about Colliers International | Las Vegas Updates Aug. 31, 2015
Where the Mind Matters: Intellectual Property
Intellectual property (IP) is where thoughts and ideas meet the material world and is commonly defined as any work or invention that’s come about as the result of creativity. A strength to the business that owns it, IP is considered an asset in bankruptcy proceedings, can be sold or lost and needs to be protected by the company that owns the property. “Intellectual property … [Read more...] about Where the Mind Matters: Intellectual Property
Nevada’s Place Among the States
Nevada has always had a unique economy, based on volatile industries like mining, which fluctuates according to the price of metals, and tourism, which depends on the U.S. and world economy. Employment, construction and the housing market in the Silver State tend to follow these industries from one extreme to the other. In this year’s report comparing Nevada to other states, … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Place Among the States
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the state bounces back from the recession, Nevada bankers agree that the outlook for their industry has improved in recent years. However, healthier industries have their own challenges such as new regulations and ambitious competition. Recently, decision-makers in the banking industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these challenges to their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Businesses Needed for Scholarship Program: At No Net Cost to Firms, Donations will Improve the Lives of Students
Despite the spin from some, Nevada business people care deeply about education in Nevada and routinely donate millions towards K-12 and higher education. Unfortunately, politicians also routinely force “contributions” by raising taxes, including the largest tax hike in Nevada history during the last legislative session. For decades, business owners and employees have paid … [Read more...] about Businesses Needed for Scholarship Program: At No Net Cost to Firms, Donations will Improve the Lives of Students
Nevada’s Office Space: Positive Headway
The office space component of Nevada’s commercial real estate market faces a long recovery following the recession. Vacancy and unemployment rates were high, inventory was excessive and landlords struggled to effect leases. In addition, after the recession new construction activity and investor property acquisitions had ceased. Typically, the sector tends to be the last to … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Office Space: Positive Headway
Red Report: September 2015
E Sale, Retail ADDRESS 821 Lamb Blvd., 89110 BUYER Orexco 1031 Exchange SELLER DCR Real Estate VI Sub I, LLC DETAILS 17,606 SF; $2,250,000 APN 140-29-301-010 BUYER’S REP Carlington Miller of Realty One SELLER’S REP Ben Millis and Chris Beets of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Sale, Industrial ADDRESS 4280 N. Pecos Rd., 89115 BUYER BAJ, LLC SELLER JJS, LLC DETAILS … [Read more...] about Red Report: September 2015
Office Summary: Second Quarter 2015
Southern Nevada Las Vegas Valley spec office vacancy rates during Q2, 2015 ranged from 16.3 percent for Class C space to 32.1 percent for Class A. The overall vacancy rate was 21.6 percent, a decline from 21.7 percent recorded in Q1, 2015. Compared to Q2, 2014, the vacancy rate is down 1.1 points from 22.7 percent. Q2’s decline in vacancy rate makes 6 quarters with an … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Second Quarter 2015
Business Indicators: September 2015
The preliminary estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) in the second quarter of 2015 indicates an annualized rate increase of 2.3 percent. Recent Bureau of Economic Analysis revisions state that real GDP increased by 0.6 percent in the first quarter of 2014, higher than the negative 0.2 percent growth in the third estimate. Higher real GDP growth in the first … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: September 2015
Henderson Chamber of Commerce Names 2015-16 Board
Board took office July 1, will be sworn in Sept. 3 at State of the Chamber Address HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce has named the members of its 2015-16 executive board. The board took office July 1 and will be sworn in Thursday, Sept. 3, at the annual State of the Chamber Address. The following were named to the executive board: Tim Brooks (Emerald … [Read more...] about Henderson Chamber of Commerce Names 2015-16 Board
Las Vegas Attorney and Women’s Business Coach Form Women’s Business Council of Southern Nevada
Jennifer Braster, founding partner of Naylor & Braster Attorneys at Law, and Laura Hess, Master Certified Coach and owner of PUSH Where It’s Easy, have formed Women’s Business Council of Southern Nevada (WBC). WBC is an innovative association of professional women focused on creating strategic alliances to build and strengthen their business. “As a woman in a highly … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Attorney and Women’s Business Coach Form Women’s Business Council of Southern Nevada
GLVAR Elects New Officers, Board for 2016
LAS VEGAS – The Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR) has announced the results of its annual election of officers and board members, with local REALTORS Scott Beaudry serving as 2016 president and David J. Tina serving as 2016 president-elect. GLVAR members voted from Aug. 13 through Aug. 27, electing the following officers and directors to lead Southern … [Read more...] about GLVAR Elects New Officers, Board for 2016