It’s common knowledge that nearly 90 percent of Nevada is federally controlled and the majority of that land is public domain. In order for the state to grow, it’s imperative that developers have access to and can legally purchase land from the government. Furthermore, it’s important that land which has already been purchased isn’t restricted in its use and developers aren’t … [Read more...] about Builders Beware! BLM’s Epic Money Grab
Archives for September 2016
Are We There Yet? Nevada Roadways
Five topics are currently driving conversations about transportation in Nevada: new funding, new roads, new modes of transportation, new technology and orange cones. No discussion of transportation is complete without orange cones. Conversations aren’t always friendly, but they do allow information to flow on why cones are out there and which transportation agency is trying … [Read more...] about Are We There Yet? Nevada Roadways
Nevada’s Place Among the States 2016
Numbers tell the story, either good or bad, about Nevada’s ranking compared to other states, and this year the numbers indicate a slow but steady economic recovery that has the Silver State moving from eighth place to 11th in percentage of foreclosed homes and third place to sixth in unemployment. However, Nevada continues to lag behind other states in factors such as … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Place Among the States 2016
Eleventh Annual Healthcare Heroes
LEGACY The first and longest running program of its kind in Nevada, Healthcare Heroes was born in 2006 with 10 categories and a seemingly endless supply of nominees. Since the beginning, Healthcare Heroes has been a catalyst to help grow healthcare in the Silver State. Taking the idea of contributing to healthcare a step further, the Healthcare Heroes scholarship fund was … [Read more...] about Eleventh Annual Healthcare Heroes
Welcome to Nevada: September 2016
Curacoa A California-based retail store is opening its first Nevada location in the Meadows Mall in Las Vegas this fall. Curacoa is a department store targeted towards the Hispanic community that offers merchandise and electronics, as well as services such as travel arrangements and money transfers. The store plans to hire 150 employees, both full and part-time, that are … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: September 2016
Around the State: September 2016
Startup Incubator Partners with UNR’s Innevation Center The University of Nevada, Reno Innevation Center has announced a partnership with The Batchery to support entrepreneur development in Nevada. The Batchery is a California-based global incubator for seed stage startups that bills itself as the “global gateway to Silicon Valley”. The partnership gives Batchery members … [Read more...] about Around the State: September 2016
Political Elites Send a Message: ‘Dissent Will Not Be Tolerated’
Nineteen U.S. senators, organized by global-warming alarmist groups, took to the Senate floor recently in an attempt to smear anyone who dares publicly criticize Big Government’s “green energy” schemes. Harry Reid led the charge — singling out the Nevada Policy Research Institute (NPRI), by name. “Those who ignore the climate crisis, or deny it exists, do not have a valid … [Read more...] about Political Elites Send a Message: ‘Dissent Will Not Be Tolerated’
Industry Focus: Education
Education continues to be a hot topic for many citizens of the Silver State. Concerns over state rankings have been addressed by both public and private sectors in hopes of improving the overall status of students in Nevada. Recently, leaders in education in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss what can be done for Nevada to reach its full … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Movers & Shakers: Dr. Eva Littman
Owner Red Rock Fertility Center (8 years in NV) "Think big!” Type of Business: Fertility Center | Hails from: New Bern, North Carolina| 8 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? My dad was a physician and my role model. What is your pet peeve? Slow drivers in the fast lane. What do you want your legacy … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Dr. Eva Littman
Commercial Builders: The Rebound and the Growing Pains
Whereas Nevada’s commercial construction industry was all but dead five years ago, today it’s alive, with activity edging up. “We are finally in a period of growth. A lot more work is happening,” said Mac Bybee, president, Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC), Nevada Chapter, a statewide trade association that provides training, apprenticeship programs, government … [Read more...] about Commercial Builders: The Rebound and the Growing Pains
Red Report: September 2016
E Sale, Multi-Family ADDRESS 5325 E. Tropicana Ave., 89122 BUYER Aspen Square Management, Inc. SELLER Majestic Heights Owner, LLC DETAILS 240 units; $77,500 per unit APN 161-28-102-002 SELLER’S REP Art Carll and Patrick Sauter of NAI Vegas | The Sauter Multifamily Group H Sale, Retail ADDRESS Multiple Properties, 89052 BUYER 3D Investments, LLC SELLER Eastern … [Read more...] about Red Report: September 2016
Office Summary: Second Quarter 2016
Southern Nevada Las Vegas Valley’s speculative office vacancy rate in Q2 2016 declined 2.5 points to 16.2 percent from Q1 2016. This was a big decline after the first rise in vacancy in four quarters during Q1. Vacancy rates ranged from 14.1 percent for Class C space to 21.3 percent for Class A space at the end of Q2. There was one office completion in Q2, the Park at … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Second Quarter 2016
Business Indicators: September 2016
The advanced estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the second quarter of 2016 indicated a much weaker-than-expected growth of 1.2 percent. In addition, the first quarter’s real GDP growth was revised downward to 0.8 percent from 1.1 percent. Private investment, again, contributed negatively to U.S. economic expansion, falling by 9.7 percent from the previous … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: September 2016
What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self?
“I would tell myself to not be complacent and be willing to leave your existing comfort zone. Take risks—those risks can lead to greater opportunity.” Eric Speer | General Manager Las Vegas Office, Logical Position “Unless you are absolutely passionate about your career role and can’t bear to exit, upgrade your position every five years. Change spurs growth. Keep building … [Read more...] about What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self?