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Understanding Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is an additional cost that applies to homebuyers who make a down payment of less than 20% on their home. It's essentially insurance for the lender, protecting them if you default on the loan, but the premiums are paid by you, the homeowner.What is PMI?Freddie Mac defines PMI as: “An insurance policy that...

Home Remodeling: How to Find and Hire the Right ContractorEmbarking on a home remodeling project can be both exciting and daunting. Whether you’re planning a simple refresh or a major overhaul, hiring the right contractor is crucial to ensuring a successful outcome. Here’s a guide to help homeowners navigate this process effectively.Start with a Clear PlanBefore reaching out to contractors, define the...

Las Vegas: The New Hub for Independent FilmmakingLas Vegas is quickly becoming a hotspot for independent filmmaking, thanks to the relocation of the American Film Market (AFM) to the Palms Casino Resort. This prestigious event, known for attracting major production, finance, sales, and distribution companies, promises to open new doors for local filmmakers. The presence of AFM will allow local talent to...

Homeowners typically slow down their moving plans as the summer months wrap up, and as a result, fewer homes are listed for sale in the fall. It’s a predictable, seasonal trend in real estate. But this year, mortgage rates came down at the same time the number of homes on the market usually starts to decline. So, what happened? More homeowners decided to sell, so more homes came to the market. The most...

Low Las Vegas property taxes are one of the main reasons Las Vegas investment properties are so attractive. As a general rule of thumb annual estimated property taxes can be calculated at roughly .5%-.75% of the purchase price.For example, a property purchased for $400k would have annual property taxes of around $2,000 annually.This public search page can be used to determine current property taxes for any...