WASHINTON, D.C. – Longtime Nevada REALTOR Marvin Rubin was one of two REALTORS in the nation to receive the Meritorious Service Award this week from the National Association of REALTORS at NAR’s mid-year meeting in Washington, D.C. Dave Tina, president of the Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR), said Rubin’s honor was one of the most prestigious awards an NAR member can … [Read more...] about Nevada REALTOR Marvin Rubin Earns NAR Award for Meritorious Service
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NVAR CEO Teresa McKee Earns Certified Executive Designation from NAR
RENO – Teresa McKee, CEO of the Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR), recently earned the REALTOR association Certified Executive designation from the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). According to NAR, the RCE designation recognizes exceptional efforts made by REALTOR association executives nationwide. McKee is now one of more than 435 association executives … [Read more...] about NVAR CEO Teresa McKee Earns Certified Executive Designation from NAR
Nevada REALTORS Return From Big MIPIM Trade Show in France with Lessons Learned
LAS VEGAS – Fresh from a trip to France where they sold the Silver State to attendees of the world’s top global real estate event, six of Nevada’s leading REALTORS came home with more than just French food, fond memories and fun photos. They all returned from MIPIM, the world’s leading property market held March 15-18 in Cannes, France, with lessons learned. “I know that our … [Read more...] about Nevada REALTORS Return From Big MIPIM Trade Show in France with Lessons Learned
Nevada REALTORS Help Others While Honing Leadership Skills
RENO – Top REALTORS from throughout Nevada are helping others while helping themselves improve their leadership skills as part of the LeadershipNVAR program run by the statewide Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR). LeadershipNVAR’s Class of 2016 kicked off its year-long program by meeting Feb. 23-25 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The 15-member class of NVAR members from all parts … [Read more...] about Nevada REALTORS Help Others While Honing Leadership Skills
Nevada REALTORS Visit France to Showcase Silver State Real Estate
Top REALTORS from Nevada will be showcasing the Silver State and its real estate opportunities by attending MIPIM, the world’s leading global real estate market, business conference and networking event, being held March 15-18 in Cannes, France. At least six leaders of the statewide Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) and the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS … [Read more...] about Nevada REALTORS Visit France to Showcase Silver State Real Estate
NVAR Honors Top Nevada REALTORS, including Kevin Sigstad as REALTOR of the Year
The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) honored its leading members at an awards event in Las Vegas on Friday, naming longtime industry leader Kevin Sigstad as its 2015 Nevada REALTOR of the Year and recognizing others from around the state for their continued service to their association, their profession and their communities. Sigstad, a longtime Reno REALTOR, served as … [Read more...] about NVAR Honors Top Nevada REALTORS, including Kevin Sigstad as REALTOR of the Year
Nevada Association of REALTORS Hires Former Sparks Tribune Editor Dan Eckles
Reno – The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) has hired Dan Eckles, a former managing editor of the Sparks Tribune, as its communications, marketing and publishing specialist. Eckles, a longtime resident of Northern Nevada, previously worked as a community liaison for the Washoe County School District and its Board of Trustees. Before that, he worked as the sports editor … [Read more...] about Nevada Association of REALTORS Hires Former Sparks Tribune Editor Dan Eckles
Nevada’s Residential Housing Market
One of the first questions that comes up during a discussion of the residential housing market is whether it’s a buyer’s or a seller’s market – who’s got the advantage? After the housing bubble burst in 2006 and the events of the recession, Nevada’s housing market began to grow again over the last four years, with 2013 stronger than 2014, and 2015 looking a lot like 2013. … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Residential Housing Market
NVAR Honors Kevin Sigstad as its REALTOR of the Year for 2015
RENO – The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) named longtime Reno REALTOR Kevin Sigstad as its 2015 Nevada REALTOR of the Year for his continued service to the statewide association, the real estate profession and his community. National Association of REALTORS (NAR) First Vice President Elizabeth Mendenhall presented the award to Sigstad while attending NVAR’s recent … [Read more...] about NVAR Honors Kevin Sigstad as its REALTOR of the Year for 2015
Homeowners Fared Well in Legislature, Says Nevada Association of REALTORS
Nevada homeowners fared well during the state’s 2015 legislative session that concluded this week, according to leaders of the Nevada Association of REALTORS. “Besides helping Nevada families by increasing funds for education, legislators passed several laws that should help homeowners throughout our state,” said NVAR President Kevin Sigstad, a longtime local REALTOR based … [Read more...] about Homeowners Fared Well in Legislature, Says Nevada Association of REALTORS
Nevada Lawmakers Should Heed FHFA Warning When Addressing HOA Foreclosure Issue
As the Nevada Legislature wraps up this month, state lawmakers will be addressing several issues important to homeowners and the local housing market. One of the most crucial, and perhaps most complex, deals with foreclosures by homeowner associations. Groups representing HOAs are fighting any legislation that could threaten or eliminate the so-called super priority lien … [Read more...] about Nevada Lawmakers Should Heed FHFA Warning When Addressing HOA Foreclosure Issue
Nevada Homebuilders, Other Voices: Restore Balance, Fairness to Chapter 40
AB 125 will correct out-of-control housing defect litigation Las Vegas, NV – This week the Nevada legislature is taking up meaningful reform of a broken “Chapter 40” construction defect law that is costly for homeowners and builders alike, the Nevada Home Builders Association reports. AB 125, strongly supported by the homebuilders and others, would restore the intent of … [Read more...] about Nevada Homebuilders, Other Voices: Restore Balance, Fairness to Chapter 40
Are You Optimistic That Our Legislators Will Work Together This Session?
“I am optimistic they will come together. Once the session commences, the realization usually sets in, that they were elected to do the people’s business and most understand that involves compromise.” Carole Vilardo | President, Nevada Taxpayers Association - “With internal leadership struggles appearing to now be behind us, policymakers can now get down to business and … [Read more...] about Are You Optimistic That Our Legislators Will Work Together This Session?
Educating, Connecting Entrepreneurs; Median Home Price Hits $200,000; 5K to Raise Funds for Kids with Cancer
Las Vegas Will Launch 1 Million Cups to Educate, Connect Local Entrepreneurs 1 Million Cups, a program to engage, educate and connect entrepreneurs, launched in Las Vegas on Wednesday, August 13. The weekly event will be located in the inNEVation Center, powered by Switch. 1 Million Cups is a weekly gathering that is building startup communities over cups of coffee and … [Read more...] about Educating, Connecting Entrepreneurs; Median Home Price Hits $200,000; 5K to Raise Funds for Kids with Cancer
Nevada’s Residential Market: A Season of Change
For the last two years, Nevada’s residential housing market has seen substantial rebound, with significant effect on prices. Lowered median home prices have created low inventory and a seller’s market, which in turn impacted distressed properties and neighborhoods. “People are a lot smarter today, having learned from mistakes that occurred in the market; buyers are much … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Residential Market: A Season of Change