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Your Ultimate Guide to 4th of July Fun

The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate than right here in Las Vegas.
Posted by Coldwell Banker on July 02, 2026 in  uncategorized
  Your Ultimate Guide to 4th of July Fun 96 sup, sub { font-size: 100% !important; } sup { mso-text-raise:10% } sub { mso-text-raise:-10% } The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate than right here in Las Vegas. ? ? The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and Las Vegas is gearing up for a weekend f... read more
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Celebrating 250 Years of America

Posted by Coldwell Banker on June 26, 2026 in  uncategorized
? This year marks a historic milestone as America celebrates its 250th birthday.For 250 years, America has stood as a symbol of freedom, courage, and opportunity. This birthday honors the generations of patriots, pioneers, and visionaries whose sacrifices and dedication helped build the nation we proudly call home.As we celebrate this moment, it is also an opportunity to reflect on the values that ... read more
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Pricing: How to sell a home and how not to sell a home.

A tale of sold versus expired listings.
Posted by John McClelland on June 03, 2026 in  uncategorized
The infographic below tells an important story for home sellers. Here are some key findings:   Rule 1 — Price it right on day 1. The majority of sold homes needed zero cuts. Homes that went under contract in the first 14 days almost never reduced their price. The best strategy is accurate pricing from the start, not a plan to cut later. Rule 2 — If you need to cut, do it early and do it once. Sold homes that reduced price made their move within the first 30 days — one meaningful cut, not... read more
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High-Rise Condominium Market Evolving

New Construction offers additional choices
Posted by John McClelland on April 30, 2026 in  uncategorized
Las Vegas high-rise condominiums continue to command strong pricing, with multiple sales exceeding $1,000 per square foot and another $10 million-plus transaction recorded in March. Several buildings stand out among the existing inventory. Over the past 12 months, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas has recorded 19 sales above $1,000 per square foot. Within CityCenter, Veer Towers has posted two such sales, while Sky Las Vegas, Park Towers, and One Queensridge Place have each recorded at least one sale above that threshold.... read more
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Spring Celebrations & Mother's Day Events

From seasonal celebrations to local favorites, May is full of things to do.
Posted by Coldwell Banker on April 30, 2026 in  uncategorized
  96   sup, sub { font-size: 100% !important; } sup { mso-text-raise:10% } sub { mso-text-raise:-10% } ? ? Celebrate the month of May with fun for everyone! Enjoy festive Mother’s Day events, Kentucky Derby celebrations, local markets, and plenty of family-friendly activities happening around town. From springtime outings to exciting weekend enter... read more
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