In today’s world of mass shootings, gun control is a hot topic. Those on the left will tell you that the only way to stop the tide and prevent a madman with a gun from firing into a crowd or a school is to ban guns all together. Common sense should tell you differently. Just because we hope and pray bad or mentally unstable people won’t obtain guns if they’re illegal, doesn’t … [Read more...] about From the Publisher
Archives for January 2019
Living LargeNevada’s Luxury Home Market
In late 2018, a condo in the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas sold for a record-setting $1,633 per square foot. Despite this being an impressive luxury home record sale, it could be eclipsed if a home listed at Crystal Pointe, Lake Tahoe, sells – that listing is for $75 million. Nevada’s luxury home market is growing. New residents flocking to our state bring with them equity from … [Read more...] about Living Large
2019 Economic Forecast for NevadaUpward Trends
According to experts, the outlook for Nevada’s economy this year is positive and projected to fare at least as well as it did, or perhaps even better, in 2018. However, one or more known or unknown wild cards could have a dampening effect. Some of the indicators that support the forecast in Southern Nevada include strong employment and population growth, robust consumer … [Read more...] about 2019 Economic Forecast for Nevada
Industry FocusHealthcare
Few industries have seen as much change as healthcare has in the past decade. From insurance mandates to physician shortages, healthcare faces a multitude of challenges. Recently, executives representing healthcare in Nevada met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the industry and what is needed to move forward. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Mobile IndustryTransportation in Nevada
The future of Nevada’s business success could hinge on transportation infrastructure. According to multiple Nevada transportation officials, success with Nevada’s transportation likewise relies partially on the support of the Nevada business and real estate communities. “Communication with developers is critical,” said Rudy Malfabon, Nevada Department of Transportation … [Read more...] about Mobile Industry
Profit & LossMidterms Remind Us Why Gridlock Is Good
By now we know that the Democrats took the U.S. House of Representatives and Republicans held the Senate – all of which was the general expectation heading into the midterm elections. This political shift potentially opens the door for four major policy changes in the areas of infrastructure, healthcare, immigration and trade. All of these may have a meaningful impact on the … [Read more...] about Profit & Loss
Free Market WatchMarkets Are About Individuals Why Isn’t Education?
In January, we will once again celebrate National School Choice Week. The focus on the week will, rightfully so, be about those students who are currently stuck in educational environments that don’t fit their needs — and the importance of empowering their parents with the ability to choose a better alternative. It’s a concept that the culture at large seems to be … [Read more...] about Free Market Watch
Kimberly Trueba
Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada (86 years in Nevada) Type of Business: Non-Profit Organization | Based: Las Vegas | Hails from: Wichita, Kansas | 6 months with company in Nevada What was your first job? I worked the summers for my dad’s architecture firm during college, but my first paid job was a student internship at Walt Disney Imagineering. Disney … [Read more...] about Kimberly Trueba
Commercial RE ReportRetail Summary: Third Quarter 2018
Northern Nevada By NAI Alliance The Northern Nevada economy continues to improve through the third quarter. The overall vacancy in the Reno/Sparks area decreased to 11.9 percent from the previous quarter of 12.45 percent. There was a total gross absorption of 148,937 square feet during the quarter, with a net absorption of 74,456 square feet. The most notable sale … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Around the StateJanuary 2019
Nevada Graduation Rates On the Rise According to data compiled by the Nevada Department of Education, the final graduation rate for the Clark County School District’s (CCSD) Class of 2018 was 85.22 percent, a record high and increase of 2 percentage points over 2017. Over the past eight years, CCSD’s has risen from 59.34 percent in 2011. In addition, the Washoe County School … [Read more...] about Around the State
Red ReportJanuary 2019
E Sale, Retail Address 1205 Las Vegas Boulevard S, 89104 Seller DeCar Enterprises Details 31,000 SF; $6 million APN 162-03-106-001 Seller Rep Cathy Jones, CCIM, Anders Graciano and Paul Miachika of Sun Commercial Real Estate Sale, Industrial Address 4432 Calimesa St., 89115 Buyer Solis Properties Seller NLV Sagebrush Details 31,000 SF; $3.65 million Buyer Rep Chris Lane, CCIM … [Read more...] about Red Report
Business IndicatorsJanuary 2019
The “second” estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2018 increased at an annual rate of 3.5 percent. Based on more complete data compared to last month, business investment, including inventory investment, was revised upward, which was offset by smaller estimates of consumer and state and local government spending growth. The overall picture … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat Are Your Hopes for 2019?
“I hope this country can find common ground and come together. When we unite, we are the greatest country in the world. We need to demonstrate positivity, success and happiness to our future generations.” Bryan Kroten, Vice President of Marketing | Maverick Helicopters “I hope that the new year brings renewed commitment to working together for a better today and tomorrow … [Read more...] about Last Word