My partners and I brought our Internet Real Estate Team to Prudential Americana Group, REALTORS in October of 2006. During the process of deciding which Brokerage to affiliate our Team with, we quickly learned that Prudential Americana not only understood our operation and our business goals, but that they already had proven systems in place to help augment our business plans. During the interview process Prudential stood out as the forward thinking real estate company. No one else even came close to understanding just what it is we do, and in our world of Internet Real Estate, it is critical that we have a brokerage partner that is fully prepared to embrace, support and adapt to our rapidly changing business model.

New systems like Buyer Acquire and Online Seller Advantage are just two of the innovative tools that are already proving to increase customer satisfaction as well as lead conversion. Quality ongoing training for our Team of 13 Agents is a critical component of our success, as well as a key factor in our ability to attract progressive, productive agents to our Team. In the short time we have been at Prudential Americana, we have already added 5 top-shelf Buyers Agents. Our goal to steadily add high caliber agents is being met and exceeded because of the reputation and culture Prudential Americana creates everyday. It would be difficult to imagine a more positive real estate environment than Prudential Americana. The tools and systems they provide increases our productivity in very measurable ways every day, and the people and the culture make the real difference as well. For the Michelle Sterling Las Vegas Real Estate Team, Prudential Americana is home.

Here is a snippet of the biography of Las Vegas real estate agent Christina Cova:

“Originally born & raised in Southern California, I’m happy to call Las Vegas my home for the past 10 years. I never dreamt that I’d end up in a city like Las Vegas, but now I couldn’t see myself anywhere else. Las Vegas is always outdoing itself with the very best in entertainment, dining and shopping! I love checking out the latest restaurants and the newest shows that come to town. I also enjoy the times with my family when we venture away from “The LV Strip” to jet ski out at Lake Mead, play in the snow at Mount Charleston or just relax and catch the latest movie!

Las Vegas has offered me endless opportunities, both personally and professionally. I’m proud to have graduated from the Business College at the University of Nevada Las Vegas where I received my bachelor’s degree in Management. Seeing real estate as my long term career, I was driven to pursue and obtain my Broker/Salesperson license. I have also completed an accreditation course in buyer’s representation that provides me with additional training in working specifically with buyers.”

Interested in learning more about Christina? Click HERE to view her full biography and contact information!

A real estate buyer’s representative solely represents the buyer who is purchasing property in a real estate transaction. Research by the National Association of REALTORS has shown that when a buyer’s representative is used, the prospective buyer found a home one week faster and examined three more properties than consumers who did not use a buyer’s representative.

The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYER’S AGENT Council (REBAC) of the National Association of REALTORS® who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria.

Why should you look for the ABR designation before looking for a home? These three letters after a REALTOR’s name tell you that you will be working with buyer representative who is committed to your best interests. The ABR Designation is awarded by REBAC to those REALTORS who have met the specific educational and experiential criteria needed to provide the high level quality service required by REBAC (Real Estate BUYER’S AGENT Council).

If buyer representation at this level is something you feel your transaction deserves by all means contact The Michelle Sterling Las Vegas Real Estate Team. ABR accredited agents are ready, available and waiting for your call.

A LAS VEGAS REALTOR IS STANDING BY FOR YOUR CALL

The Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors (GLVAR) is sponsoring the Las Vegas Community Blood Drive on Monday, August 20, 2007 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. The blood drive will take place in the GLVAR offices at 1750 E. Sahara Avenue, Classroom B.

Please take this opportunity to give back to the community because as we all know blood donors save lives!

During your lifetime you or someone you know may be in need of blood and this is your opportunity to make a difference in your community. This is a simple procedure that will only take approximately an hour of your time.

The Michelle Sterling Team at Prudential Americana Group, REALTORS fully supports this initiative put forth by the GLVAR. We fully encourage everyone to take part in the blood drive and to pass along this important information to your friends and family!

Please mark your calendars and we’ll see you there!

Echelon mid rise Las Vegas condos are officially under construction in the heart of the Centennial Hills section of the Las Vegas valley. Prospective buyers can select from 11 unique floor plans measuring 1,064 to 4,164 square feet. In a new twist for the Las Vegas residential landscape, parking will be located underneath each Echelon condominium building. At complete build-out, Echelon at Centennial Hills Condos will provide 372 luxury residences spanning six mid-rise buildings. Standard features include contemporary cabinetry, granite kitchen and bath counter tops, granite shower surrounds, stainless steel appliances, decorative raised-panel doors and alarm pre-wiring. Prices start from the high $300,000s to more than $1 million. What’s in the neighborhood? The Great Mall of Las Vegas (slated to be the largest in America) is also under construction just minutes away. The 95 Freeway and the I-215 Beltway provide easy travel throughout the valley. The airport and the Las Vegas Strip are just 25-30 minutes away! Want to check out Echelon real estate? The Michelle Sterling Team at Prudential Americana is ready when you are!

We would like to announce that MS Las Vegas Real Estate has moved our Internet Real Estate company to Prudential Americana Group Realtors in Las Vegas. We couldn’t be more excited about the move and we’re privileged to be a part of the Prudential Americana family. Now more than ever, The Michelle Sterling Team is prepared to provide truly outstanding service combined with a personal touch that our clients have come to expect and enjoy. Our new main offices are located at 7475 West Sahara Avenue and our new local business line is 702-315-7544. Our nationwide toll free number continues to be 888-349-2595. The market for Las Vegas homes continues to outperform the national averages and the opportunities are still legion. More than ever, it’s important to have a skilled and experienced partner as you navigate the residential market. We’re ready to get to work for you!

See this incredibly sharp 5 bedroom plus a loft home with over 2800 sq. ft. nestled in the fast growing Northwest part of Las Vegas. All this room plus a huge master bedroom with dual walk in closets.

This home sitting across from a park is perfect inside and out. Priced at $455,000.

For more information and pictures of this home please click the following link:
http://www.mslasvegasrealestate.com/featured-none_576545.html

Call Bill Fitzpatrick today for more information on this property at 888-349-2595!

Imagine fishing, paddle boating, working out or simply sitting pool side with your toes in the sand at the beach club of Desert Shores .Owning this highly upgraded 3 bedroom condo gives you full access to all of the fantastic amenities at this highly sought after Desert Shores Villas.

The condo has granite counter tops, maple cabinets, upgraded carpet and pewter fixtures just to name a few. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity. Priced at $254,900.

For more information and pictures on this Desert Shores condo, please click the following link:
http://www.mslasvegasrealestate.com/featured-desert_shores_587845.html

This unique 3 bedroom floor plan offers 2 large separate family rooms with one upstairs and one down. The master bedroom has a large retreat area for the quiet time away. This wonderful northwest neighborhood sits adjacent to one of the areas largest park and community centers. Priced at $379,900

If you would like more information on this beautiful home, or any other in the Las Vegas area, please do not hesitate to contact Bill Fitzpatrick at 888-349-2595.

For more information and pictures, please click the following link:
http://www.mslasvegasrealestate.com/featured-none_596304.html

This is a great 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo with a rare attached 2 car garage.

It is a quiet 1st floor interior unit overlooking the greenbelt close to the Pool. Convenient to the 95 freeway. This home has been very well taken care of and shows true pride in ownership.

All Appliances are included in the sale including a top of the line reverse osmosis and whole house water softener. Both Master and second bedroom are very large with plenty of room for large furniture.

Home owners association fee includes water, trash, grounds, and recreation.

For more information and pictures click the following link:
http://www.mslasvegasrealestate.com/featured-none_614562.html

SELLER TO CONTRIBUTE 2% TOWARDS BUYERS CLOSING COSTS!

POOL TABLE INCLUDED WITH FULL PRICE OFFER!!!!

This home shows like a model. Beautiful wood floors, 20×16 Loft. Convenient to the 95 & 215. Close to restaurants, and Shopping. Pool table is regulation size and comes with accessories. Move right in. Community has great walking paths and is also located near the new Centennial Hills Hospital.

For complete information on this listing, please click the following link:
http://www.mslasvegasrealestate.com/featured-none_611154.html

Would you defend yourself in court without your own lawyer present? You probably wouldn’t try and operate on yourself either right? So why would you enter into a real estate transaction without professional help and guidance from a licensed real estate agent? If you are buying a home, you are represented FOR FREE! The developer of the home you are buying pays the real estate agents fees.

Angela Eyer (pictured at left), of The Sterling Team at Red Rock Canyon Realty, explains to us why you should NEVER go to a new home tract without taking your real estate agent along with you:

Walking into a new home salestraq can be intimidating and uncertain experience.

If the buyer gets representation from a real estate agent who does not work for the builder, they are getting their needs looked after. The salespeople at the new homes salestraq are looking after developers best interests, not yours.

If bring your own real estate agent with you, they can make sure there are no hidden fees, or technicalities, that could cause you to lose the home, or not be able to afford a home that was thought to be the right price. Education up front in the new home sales buying experience is as relevant as the information and representation that you receive from your REALTOR. Without it, you are at the mercy of the builder and their terms. Our new home sales experience has shown without a doubt to have benefited our clients throughout the entire transaction.

Builders basically do whatever they like, and buyers generally have very little they can do to get them to perform if they are unhappy with the builders actions to date. A good Realtor will keep those builders in line. A Realtor is like an insurance policy that offers their representation and considerable experience for free as he is paid by the builder and not the buyer. It costs you nothing.

Angela Eyer is one of the top producing agents on The Sterling Team. If you’re shopping for a new Las Vegas home, make sure to contact her right away! Her contact information is as follows:

Angela Eyer
Email: angelaeyer@mslasvegasrealestate.com
Toll Free: 888-349-2595
Direct: 702-296-4658

In Las Vegas, home closings are handled by Title Companies, not real estate attorneys. In fact, it’s extremely rare for real estate attorneys to be involved in real estate transactions at all.

Sterling Team Member Jackie Harris (pictured at left) offers some insights into the process of closing on your home in Las Vegas:

Title companies take care of the exchange of property between the seller and buyer. They are a group of people with designated responsibilities to make sure the title of the property is clean and has no liens attached to it. The escrow officer is the person responsible for making sure the file is put together accurately, all agreements are met according to the contract, and all documents are in order. Title companies also take care of the disbursements of all funds after money is received from the lender at closing. They also take care of recording the deed before the buyer takes possession of the property.

The buyer is given the choice of which title company to use, but sometimes the seller makes a request to use a specific company of their own choosing. Real estate agents perform a liason function between buyers, sellers and the title company. The agents make sure the title company receives contracts, addendum’s, contingencies, and earnest money.

Thank you Jackie for those helpful insights into how Title companies work and operate.

If you have any questions on Title companies, or real estate in Las Vegas, please contact Jackie directly with her information provided below:

Jackie Harris
Email: jackieh@mslasvegasrealestate.com
Toll Free: 888-349-2595
Direct: 702-561-1262

All lenders ARE NOT created equal!

Especially in a thriving home market like Las Vegas, it is imperative that you align yourself with a reputable local lender who is used to doing business in the area.

Sterling Team member Didier Ciambra (pictured to the left) gives practical tips and advice below on choosing and working with lenders:

Thank you Didier for this helpful report!

Didier’s contact information is below. Please contact him if he can be of any assistance to you when buying or selling a home in Las Vegas.

Didier Ciambra
Email: ciambra@mslasvegasrealestate.com
Cell: 702 232 6048
Fax: 702 617 9793