More StoriesGate can be re-anchored in block wall <b>DEAR MIKE:</b> On the side of my house, I have an iron gate that has been pulled out of the block wall and a chunk of the block came out with it. Do I have to replace the entire damaged block? And if so, how can I chop it out? -- Frank O.
Buyer questions agent's incentive to obtain lower home-sale price <b>Q. </b>In all the many mentions of engaging a buyer's broker, I don't recall hearing how one compensates a person for negotiating a lower selling price. Obviously it is not a percentage of the final sale price. Does that mean you arrange a flat fee, or is there a way to increase the commission as the price decreases? In other words, rewarding them for the "savings"? -- N.G.
Adagio comprises four condo plans Home shoppers can choose from four residential designs at Adagio, a condominium development in the northwestern Las Vegas Valley.
First-time home buyers praise Help-U-Sell Beau and Jessica Hopkins recently bought their first home with assistance from Help-U-Sell Real Estate Solutions, a fee-for-services agency.
Siena helps residents maintain fitness goals With a little assistance from the activities staff, residents of the Siena age-qualified village can always find the support and encouragement they need to help them meet their fitness goals.
MoneyWorld nets national recognition Century 21 MoneyWorld in Las Vegas, one of the top 10 producing Century 21 franchises in the nation, has been recognized by Cendant Mobility, the country's largest provider of corporate relocation services, for its exceptional work.
Construction under way for C2 Lofts With the first of two buildings at C2 Lofts in Summerlin nearly sold out and under construction, sales have commenced for the second building.
Condominium sales start for second ICON tower Sales are under way for the second tower at ICON Las Vegas, a luxury high-rise residential development to be built about one-half block east of the Strip.
KB Home nets rave reviews Roy and Betty Boulos are so happy with their new residence at KB Homes' Ladera Ridge that they tell everyone they know about it. In fact, three of the couple's friends have since purchased a home at the subdivision.
Homeownership key to financial security Purchasing a home can be a significant step toward financial security. However, analysts said it is the equity built in a home, not the home itself, that can lead to prosperity.
Holiday event draws hundreds of visitors to park within Aliante Aliante's Home Sweet Home holiday celebration was a success as hundreds of residents and visitors of all ages enjoyed refreshments, entertainment, train rides and other activities. The event is in its second year at the master-planned community in North Las Vegas.
Summerlin begins food drive For more than 10 years, residents of Summerlin have celebrated the season of giving by participating in the community's annual food, clothing and toy drive to benefit the Las Vegas Rescue Mission, a shelter that provides meals, clothing, household items and life-skills counseling for those in need.
KB offers holiday move-ins KB Home has homes ready for move-ins within 30 to 60 days at various locations in the Las Vegas Valley.
Avoid 'over-themed' child's room <b>DEAR GAIL:</b> We'd like to decorate our 4-year-old daughter's room with a theme, and the one she really wants is Big Bird and Elmo. We know she loves them now, but not too sure about next year. Do you have any ideas on how we can make her happy, but also so that we are not totally redecorating the room again? -- Marcia
Salerno at Aliante nears closeout Salerno at Aliante, an all-single-story neighborhood by Pulte Homes, offers incentives on its few remaining home sites, including three model homes.
Avante's Sunflower impresses family Longtime Southern Nevadans Phillip and DeAnna Herrin are delighted with the new home they purchased for their family of five at Sunflower, an Avante Homes neighborhood in North Las Vegas.
Home inspections gain groundOPEN HOUSE Getting a professional home inspection before purchase has become more popular. Like many other special services, it has its benefits and risks.
Problems at association require homeowners to step up <b>Q.</b> I live in a community with an adversarial association. The board changes management companies on a yearly basis, which has led to the problem at hand.
Centex sponsors food drive Centex Homes recently co-sponsored a food drive with a local radio station to benefit the Las Vegas Community Food Bank, HELP of Southern Nevada and Catholic Charities.
Work ahead of schedule for Residences at MGM Work is ahead of schedule on all three towers at The Residences at MGM Grand, a condominium-hotel under construction on the northeast end of MGM Grand's 116-acre resort property.
Bel Etage buyers find space to create Don Nubia, who retired from the Navy and the U.S. Customs Department, saw the San Clemente model at US Home's Bel Etage neighborhood before his wife did.
Photo play Award-winning pho-tographs taken by Summerlin's resident shutterbugs for submission to this year's "Scenes from Summerlin" photo competition will be featured in the 2006 calendar for residents of the master-planned community. The Howard Hughes Corp., master developer, produced the calendar, which will be mailed to more than 30,000 households.
