Buying a home is the American Dream. But after you get your finances in order, search for the perfect home, apply for a mortgage and move everything you own to the new house, it's a little overwhelming. If you need a little pick-me-up in your home search or just a reminder about why owning your own home is awesome, we've compiled a quick list of the major benefits of home ownership. 

1. Appreciation. Sure, you have to ride out the dips in home values, but real estate has historically appreciated in value. Remember that this won't happen overnight. But if you're looking for an investment income or just like knowing that your home is worth more than what you paid for it, real estate is a fairly solid long-term investment. 

2. Predictable House…

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Sometimes buyers need to purchase a home immediately. Whether it's a job transfer to a new area or your current home sold faster than expected. If you don't have the luxury of time, consider these tips when purchasing your next home. 

1. Get Pre-approved. Pre-approval (not just pre-qualification) will save you so much time and stress down the road. Work with your lender as soon as you know you will be purchasing a home and get the process started. Not only will this give you a firm amount that you're qualified for, it also helps the lending process along a bit. 

2. Choose a Realtor You Trust. Whether you find an agent based off of referrals from friends or you scour the Internet for the agent in your area with the best reviews, choose someone that…

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Do you have visions of celebrating the holidays in a new home? If a chef's kitchen tops your Christmas list, it may be time for a new home. Despite what you may believe, buying or selling your home in the fall or winter isn't always a bad idea. Work with a trusted Realtor who can tell you what to expect and you may find that an winter sale is the best option for you. 

Fall and winter are typically a slower selling season in Reno-Sparks. This means you can take advantage of some better deals on homes that would likely have sold for more a few months ago. It's still a strong seller's market though, so working with a real estate agent who has experience working in the Reno real estate market is crucial. It's also important to have your financing in order…

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Check out this newly listed 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a two car garage. The new owners will enjoy a freshly painted exterior and the home is move in ready. The master bedroom features a walk in closet and the master bath has double sinks. The gas fireplace is perfect for cool fall nights and the views from the back yard are lovely. 

If you are looking for a home that is close to everything, look no further.  This home is very well situated close to everything, schools, shopping, library, etc. The floorplan is simple and works well for both investor or family living. The property backs to open space and has views of the eastern slopes of the Sierra Nevada. 

Address: 2421 Crestone Drive, Reno, NV 89523

List Price: $326,000

                

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Canyon Pines ViewIf you are planning to purchase a home in the Reno-Sparks area in the near future, you have probably been checking out listings on sites like Realtor.com and Trulia.com. While those are good sites to begin your home search, we are able to offer a completely customized home search for you. 

Click "Search Listings" from the drop down menu under the "Search" tab at the top of the screen. You can search for properties by city, zip code, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, type of property and list price. If you're looking for something more specific, give us a call. We will be happy to set up a detailed, customized search for you. Each time a home that meets your specifications comes on the market, you will be notified by email and have direct access to the MLS…

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So you're ready to buy a home. You've searched the listings and found the perfect home in a wonderful neighborhood. If you've never bought a home before, you may be tempted to ask friends and family members who own a home for home buying advice. While they probably have the best of intentions, not all home buying advice will be in your best interest. Check out these top eight home buying myths before you head out to pick out paint colors for your new living room. 

1. Buying is ALWAYS better than renting. This depends on the price of the home and how long you plan to live there. Experts recommend staying in a home at least 5-7 years to ride out the peaks and valleys of the real estate market and make a profit. If you think you'll be moving in the next…

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According to AARP, over the next 15 years Baby Boomers will be turning 65 at a rate of about 8,000 people per day. If you are in your 60s you may be considering retirement and right-sizing into a home that better fits your needs. Maybe you've found yourself in an empty nest. Or maybe you've decided that your current home is taking too much to maintain. Perhaps retirement is on the horizon and you want a home that better fits your lifestyle and retirement goals. Whatever your reasons are for downsizing, there are several things to consider before making the move. 

Somersett HomeFinances. Have you built up enough equity in your current home to make purchasing another home in the current market feasible? After you retire, you may be living on a fixed income. Working…

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Truckee RiverIf you love the Caughlin Ranch community in Reno, NV, but also want a brand new, custom built home, you're in luck. Pine Bluff, the newest community in Caughlin Ranch will be developed by HomeCrafters. Homes will be built on 1/3 acre lots and will range in size from 2,854 square feet to 4,316 square feet. Some plans will include a daylight basement. There are five home plans to choose from and all are customizable. Floor plans include open floor plans, bonus rooms, flex space, office space, and multi-generational suites. 

Caughlin Ranch, located in western Reno has nearly 20 miles of walking trails, recreation facilities including basketball, tennis and racquetball courts and a year round swimming pool at Caughlin Athletic Club. 

Reservations have…

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Somersett Reno Home View95% of all home sales since the beginning of the year in the Reno area have been in the under $600,000 price range. A whopping 57% of home sales have been in the under $300,000 price range. That leaves a lot more inventory in the luxury home market. Read more about the most recent local home sale statistics. 

A recent Realtor.com article points out the specifics in the nationwide luxury market trend. The inventory of homes priced $1 Million or more rose 12.6% in March 2016 over March 2015. Not only are property values increasing, but luxury home owners may be less inclined to buy due to some volatility in the stock market and fewer foreign investors are making home purchases because of the United State's strengthening dollar. It may also be a sign of…

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All cash buyers are often the most sought after buyers. With a cash offer, that means there won't be a mortgage and that means the buyers won't be relying on the restrictions of getting a loan. So now that the real estate market in Reno-Sparks is hot and sellers are seeing multiple offers, what's a home buyer to do?  We've compiled a list of six tips that will help a buyer who will be getting a mortgage compete with cash offers. 

1. Don't Wait. The housing market in Reno is going strong. A buyer who waits to submit an offer on their dream home might miss out completely. If you know you want the home, work quickly with your agent to submit your strongest offer. Odds are good that the seller won't counter your offer if they have six other offers on the…

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