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With multiple wildfires currently burning in and around Northern Nevada, wildfire preparedness is especially important for Reno-Sparks residents.
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With multiple wildfires currently burning in and around Northern Nevada, wildfire preparedness is especially important for Reno-Sparks residents.
For many veterans and active-duty service members, a VA home loan is one of the most valuable benefits they've earned. Yet despite its advantages, misconceptions about VA financing often prevent eligible buyers from taking full advantage of the program.
If you've heard that VA loans are difficult to use, require a large down payment, or are less attractive to sellers, it's time to separate fact from fiction.
Downsizing isn't always about reducing square footage. Sometimes it's about finding a home that better supports the life you want to live.
For many homeowners, there comes a point when the large family home that once felt perfect no longer fits their needs. The kids have grown, maintaining a larger property becomes more work than it's worth, and priorities begin to shift. Often, the goal isn't more space. The goal is more time, less maintenance, and being closer to the people who matter most.
That's exactly the journey one of our recent clients took.
Spring has officially arrived in the Truckee Meadows, and right now is one of the most important times of the year when it comes to protecting your home.
After a long winter and ahead of the dry summer season, now is the time to stay proactive. A little maintenance today can prevent costly repairs later. And as a bonus, this effort can help to preserve your home’s value.
As the weather begins to warm, this is an ideal moment to refresh your living spaces and ensure your property remains in excellent condition. Spring cleaning is about more than clearing clutter and dust; it also includes key maintenance tasks that help keep your home attractive, efficient, and well-protected throughout the year. Let's take a look at our expert tips for what to tackle this spring to keep your home and property in top shape.
For many homeowners, insurance is a “set it and forget it” expense. Once the policy is in place, it often stays untouched for years until something goes wrong.
But your home, your finances, and even the cost to rebuild your property are constantly changing. That is why reviewing your homeowners' insurance annually is one of the most important, and often overlooked, steps in protecting your biggest investment
Here is why an annual review matters, especially for homeowners in areas like Reno and Northern Nevada, where market values, weather risks, and rebuilding costs continue to shift.
This is an important message for homeowners across Nevada.
The State of Nevada, through its Consumer Affairs Unit, is actively investigating MV Realty PBC, LLC, MV Realty of Nevada LLC, and affiliated entities for potential deceptive trade practices related to an agreement called the “Homeowner Benefit Agreement.”
If you or someone you know signed paperwork with MV Realty in the past few years, this is worth your attention.
The Reno–Sparks housing market kicked off 2026 with an important shift, and homeowners need to understand what the numbers mean and how to respond. In my latest podcast episode with co-host Neetha Gorla, we break down the January 2026 housing data and walk through seven specific actions every homeowner should take in the first quarter to protect their home, finances, and long-term real estate plans.
January is National Radon Action Month, and for homeowners and buyers in the Reno–Sparks–Truckee Meadows area, radon is something worth paying attention to.
Because of our local geology and proximity to the mountains, radon is more common in Northern Nevada than many people expect. It’s odorless, tasteless, and invisible—but it’s also the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, right behind smoking. If you’re buying or selling a home, radon testing is something we often recommend as part of the inspection process. It’s simple, affordable, and can provide valuable peace of mind.
Whether you are a current Washoe County homeowner, renter, or looking to purchase a new home, it's essential to research the neighborhood you plan to call home. Keeping our communities safe and informed is a shared responsibility, and local law enforcement agencies across Northern Nevada have taken an important step to make that easier for residents.