From educational facilities for the University of Nevada, Reno, and artist lofts in Reno’s downtown to casino remodels and corporate headquarters, the first half of this year seems to have been a good one for many of the state’s commercial development companies. With a national list of upcoming projects that totals more than $400 billion, Perini Building Company has come … [Read more...] about Commercial Construction Update: Large Projects Changing the Face of Nevada
Archives for August 2000
August 2000: Building Nevada Briefs
New Federal Courthouse Building Opens in Las Vegas The Lloyd D. George United States Courthouse was opened to the public in July after a construction process spanning over five years from conceptualization to completion. The eight-story, $96.8 million structure located at 333 Las Vegas Boulevard was built on a six-acre site donated by the City of Las Vegas. The building houses … [Read more...] about August 2000: Building Nevada Briefs
New-Home Marketing Still Traditional: But The Internet Is A Growing Presence
Marketing new homes is an ever-changing exercise. As the buying public constantly reveals its likes and dislikes, builders have to be ready to make advertising decisions quickly in order to grab hold of what families are seeking in the current market. Some things on buyers’ wish lists seem to remain the same over time- a quiet neighborhood, privacy, amenities, a nice view. But … [Read more...] about New-Home Marketing Still Traditional: But The Internet Is A Growing Presence
August 2000: Business Briefs
Non-Traditional Child Care Comes to Las Vegas Children’s Choice Learning Centers, Inc., the nation’s only company offering exclusively non-traditional child care services, opened the first round-the-clock child care center for a casino company in June of this year. Located next to Station Casinos’ Texas Station Gambling Hall & Hotel, the center offers child-care programs … [Read more...] about August 2000: Business Briefs
Colliers International Executive Promotes Community Involvement
For Michael Newman, managing general partner for Colliers Nevada, working with the community is an important aspect of his career. So important in fact, he said he owes much of his success to his off-the-job involvement. Newman is very involved with community events, industry groups and his children's activities, and still finds time to manage one of the largest providers of … [Read more...] about Colliers International Executive Promotes Community Involvement
FIVE TIPS TO DECREASE BUSINESS COSTS: Decrease Expenses and Watch the Bottom Line Grow
In business, there are two primary ways to pursue profit. One is by pulling in more money, the other is by putting out less money. Sometimes you cannot cut an expense item, but you can often get more from it and thus increase your profits. For this reason, you should always use percentages when analyzing expenses rather than actual dollar amounts. For example, if you increase … [Read more...] about FIVE TIPS TO DECREASE BUSINESS COSTS: Decrease Expenses and Watch the Bottom Line Grow
U.S. BANK: U.S. Bank President Takes On Community Challenges
Kenneth G. Ladd, President of U.S. Bank Nevada, is also the incoming chairman of the Nevada Development Authority (NDA), the first point of contact for businesses relocating or expanding to southern Nevada. In both positions, he faces challenges, but also sees tremendous growth potential. Headquartered in Minneapolis, U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB) is the nation’s 11th largest … [Read more...] about U.S. BANK: U.S. Bank President Takes On Community Challenges
People On The Move
BANKING & FINANCE BankWest of Nevada has promoted Laura Bergren to assistant vice president/BankCard services officer, responsible for management of the bank’s merchant services program, automatic teller machines, debit cards and credit cards. She has worked for BankWest since its inception in 1994. Kim Sebesian has been promoted to assistant vice president/central … [Read more...] about People On The Move
Does Negative Campaigning Produce Positive Results?
A recent political mailer sent out in a Clark County Commission race has again inflamed the issue of negative campaigning. The brochure, mailed by the Service Trades Council of Southern Nevada against Commissioner Mary Kincaid, included graphic images of injured and sick children. It was done to illustrate Kincaid’s vote against building a county-funded children’s hospital. … [Read more...] about Does Negative Campaigning Produce Positive Results?
MAPPING OUT YOUR BUSINESS TRAVEL EXPENSES: CAN PUT YOU ON THE ROAD TO A TAX DEDUCTION
Few areas of the tax law include more tax opportunities - and tax traps - than deductions for business travel. Complex rules often leave taxpayers confused and in search of answers and advice. The Nevada Society of CPAs maps out some of the frequently asked questions regarding deductions for business travel. What travel casts away from home are deductible? The actual cost … [Read more...] about MAPPING OUT YOUR BUSINESS TRAVEL EXPENSES: CAN PUT YOU ON THE ROAD TO A TAX DEDUCTION
NEVADA INNOVATORS: Scientific Breakthroughs Spell Success for Nevada Businesses
There have been many technological breakthroughs in Nevada in the past year and though they are just coming into the public’s attention, it has taken years for such projects to come to fruition and much hard work from individuals who had a vision and enough drive to bring it to reality. Itronics, Inc. Following a 12-year, $6 million research effort, Dr. James Whitney created … [Read more...] about NEVADA INNOVATORS: Scientific Breakthroughs Spell Success for Nevada Businesses
A View from the Other Side
Four years ago, I jumped ship. After years of private practice, I became in-house counsel for a Las Vegas based company. The practice of law for a privately held company is worlds apart from practicing for a firm. First, the time spent focused on billable hours moves from every waking minute to an afterthought at best. Second, winning and losing take on a whole different … [Read more...] about A View from the Other Side
Employers Find Financial Planning Services Give Boost to 401(k) Plans
The retirement plan of choice for many employers is the 401(k) plan. Although they may vary in form from employer to employer, 401(k) plans in general are a means to provide employees with an effective retirement savings vehicle, while giving employers a benefit program to attract and retain loyal workers. Financial planners realize that employees need to do three things in … [Read more...] about Employers Find Financial Planning Services Give Boost to 401(k) Plans
FUNDAMENTAL REVIEW ALLOWS FOR STATE EMPLOYEE PAY RAISES
I recently invited a number of legislative leaders to my office to lay out for them our revenue projections and my budget priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Prior to the meeting, I had publicly stated my three budget "superpriorities." They are education; the health, safety, and welfare of Nevada’s citizens; and pay raises, training, and benefits for Nevada state … [Read more...] about FUNDAMENTAL REVIEW ALLOWS FOR STATE EMPLOYEE PAY RAISES
The Business of Starting a Business in Nevada
Some things do grow in the desert. Take, for example, the entrepreneurial spirit that has been cropping up all over Nevada, giving way to a rash of small businesses in recent years. As independent companies continue to bear fruit, one thing is becoming glaringly clear: When you want to get your own business off the ground, it is crucial to avoid the … [Read more...] about The Business of Starting a Business in Nevada