Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about the most recent departure from common sense, the transgender bathroom issue. However, just in case you do call a rock your home, let me catch you up. In many places, men can now use the ladies’ restroom and ladies, if they’re so inclined, can find out what those urinals in the men’s room are all about. The issue really … [Read more...] about Is Common Sense Really Dead? Shared Bathrooms are Simply Dangerous
Archives for July 2016
Nevada’s Credit Unions Experience Growth
Despite new and ongoing challenges, Nevada’s credit unions are experiencing an upswing in membership and activity. Of the state’s 17 credit unions, the nine in Northern Nevada attained a record high membership of 112,347 by adding 3,973 individuals between the fourth quarters of 2014 and 2015, the most recent period for which Nevada Credit Union League (NCUL) data is … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Credit Unions Experience Growth
20/20 Visionaries for the Silver State
Perfect vision, otherwise referred to as 20/20 vision, is the ability for an individual to see clearly both in their near field of vision as well as far away. Likewise, a 20/20 executive, such as those featured in the following pages, has a clear vision for their business in both the short and long term. These executives strive to do what is right for their companies, … [Read more...] about 20/20 Visionaries for the Silver State
We are CCIM
Instant recognition, credibility in the commercial real estate field is vital in today’s fast paced world of instant everything. The old adage, “you only get one chance to make a first impression” is more accurate than ever. In the realm of commercial real estate, a CCIM designation can speak louder than words when making that critical first impression. The CCIM … [Read more...] about We are CCIM
Industry Focus: Architects and Engineers
Architects and engineers in the Silver State are cautiously optimistic about their industries. Working through a variety of issues as a result of the recession, executives nonetheless indicated that their businesses were experiencing growth and the industry is gaining stability. A handful of decision-makers in the architect and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Architects and Engineers
If Cronyism Is the Problem, Maybe We Should Stop Empowering Its Enablers
America’s young adults don’t seem nearly as turned off by socialism as do their parents and grandparents. Actually, they seem pretty receptive to the concept. No doubt decades of class warfare have helped make younger generations feel more inclined to “soak the rich.” But, it also seems likely they’re more prone to flirting with socialism because of general disillusionment … [Read more...] about If Cronyism Is the Problem, Maybe We Should Stop Empowering Its Enablers
Time to Pay the Piper: First Nevada Commerce Tax Payment Due, Despite Challenges
Nevada’s recently enacted commerce tax has been back in the headlines, the latest dustup being a recent judicial decision that has spelled the end to a repeal effort. A coalition (led by State Controller Ron Knecht) sought to have a referendum petition placed on the November ballot − motivated by what they see as a legislative sellout of the voters who rejected a similar … [Read more...] about Time to Pay the Piper: First Nevada Commerce Tax Payment Due, Despite Challenges
Welcome to Nevada: July 2016
Mary’s Gone Crackers A manufacturer of organic and gluten-free healthy snacks, Mary’s Gone Crackers, has announced plans to open a manufacturing, research and development facility this fall in Reno. The company headquarters will also relocate to the site. The bakery will occupy over 420,000 square feet in the North Valley Commerce Center. Mary’s Gone Crackers intends to hire … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: July 2016
Movers & Shakers: Matt Clafton
VP/General Manager Alston Construction Company, Inc. (17 years in NV) “Life is too short to do something that you don’t like.” Type of Business: General Contractor | Hails from: Spokane, WA | 14 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas and Reno How did you first get into your profession? My dad was in the construction industry and I followed in his … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Matt Clafton
Around the State: July 2016
UNLV Releases White Paper on Fiscal Impact of Nevada Sales Tax In an effort to determine future impacts of a possible sales tax on services, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas has released a white paper, A General Sales Tax on Services in Nevada: Fiscal Impacts & Stability. The white paper found that the best-case scenario for potential revenues from a uniform tax of 2 … [Read more...] about Around the State: July 2016
Business on the Move: Office Market in Nevada
As election jitters continue to dominate the news cycle, the status of the national economy appears to be just so-so in the minds of many business leaders. With only 38,000 jobs added in May, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor statistics, the overall national employment situation is not as strong as most people would like. Having survived the steep highs and lows … [Read more...] about Business on the Move: Office Market in Nevada
Red Report: July 2016
E Sale, Retail ADDRESS 5061 E. Sahara Ave., 89142 BUYER JARM, LLC SELLER East Sahara & Nellis, LLC DETAILS 9,200 SF; $2,550,000 APN 161-09-115-003 SELLER’S REP Nelson Tressler and Michael Zobrist of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank H Sale, Office ADDRESS 139 E. Warm Springs Rd., 89015 BUYER Daniel J. Beumer SELLER Foundation Executives Suites, LLC DETAILS 6,300 SF; … [Read more...] about Red Report: July 2016
Retail Summary First Quarter 2016
Southern Nevada The Las Vegas Valley retail vacancy rate dropped 0.2 percentage points to 10.1 percent in Q1, 2016, a positive start to the year. At the end of Q1, Southern Nevada’s vacancy rate was again lowest in power centers at 7.2 percent. Neighborhood and community centers were almost even with vacancy rates of 10.9 and 11 percent, respectively. As of the end of Q1, … [Read more...] about Retail Summary First Quarter 2016
Business Indicators: July 2016
The second estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the first quarter of 2016 was revised upward from the first estimate of 0.5 to 0.8 percent annualized growth rate. This revision mainly reflects upward adjustments in private inventory investment, residential fixed investment and exports and a downward adjustment in imports. The stronger dollar, cheaper oil and … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: July 2016
What Makes You Proud to Be an American?
“The everlasting ideals cast down by our forefathers continue to secure America’s plight; portrayed in our longstanding heritage in our American cities (be it farm, rural or industrial towns) which embodies the heart of our great country – all of which makes me proud.” Deven Chase | Managing Partner and Realtor, Elite Homes US “Though our country is not perfect, one of the … [Read more...] about What Makes You Proud to Be an American?