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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
Nevada REALTORS Elect New Officers for 2016, Led by 2016 NVAR President David R. Tina
RENO – The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) announced its newly elected officers for 2016, led by incoming president and longtime Nevada REALTOR David R. Tina, owner and managing broker of Urban Nest Realty in Las Vegas. NVAR officers were elected by NVAR’s directors during the association’s recent board meeting in Reno. In addition to Tina, 2016 officers include: · … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
Nevada REALTORS Announce 2015 Board, Led by 2015 NVAR President Kevin Sigstad
RENO – The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) announced its new officers for 2015, led by incoming president and longtime Nevada REALTOR Kevin Sigstad, of RE/MAX Premier Properties in Reno. Sigstad is a former president of the Reno-Sparks Association of REALTORS (RSAR) and served as NVAR’s president-elect in 2014. During its annual installation event to be held Dec. 5 … [Read more...]
