This survey provides a snapshot of consumer preferences and their perception about homeownership and affordability! 

Do they feel it is a part of the American dream?

Home owners have the positive view.

Home Ownership is possible and here in the

Las Vegas Valley we have loan programs available to assist

in the process if needed.  Call Today!

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Summer Maintenance Checklist

        June  2018

Summer is a time for relaxation and fun with family and friends. Taking care of some simple household maintenance chores early in the season can help get your home and lawn ready for summer activities and give you more time to spend enjoying them. Here’s a helpful summer maintenance checklist to use for your own home and to share with clients:

• Sidewalks, driveways, patios, siding and brick can all look worse for the wear after winter’s harshness. Take advantage of the warmer temperatures to power wash these areas and exterior surfaces. If you don’t want to purchase power washing equipment, check with your local hardware or home supply store about renting it. 

• Warmer weather is also a good time to paint or touch up the exterior of your home. A fresh coat of paint can add curb appeal as well as a layer of protection for wood surfaces.

• Give your air conditioner some TLC. Change the filters and clean the area around the units. Trim nearby trees and shrubbery to prevent limbs and leaves from falling into the equipment. Have a qualified air conditioning professional service your system to make sure it’s ready to go when temperatures rise.

• Increase your air conditioning system’s efficiency by checking windows and doors for air leaks. Repair seals or re-caulk any openings that you find.  

• Check your deck for wood that has split, cracked or is graying. If you see any of these signs, it may be time to reseal the deck.

• If your home has an automatic irrigation system, turn it on and check each zone to see if all the sprinkler heads are working and positioned correctly. To help conserve water and protect your lawn and landscaping, reposition any heads that spray water onto driveways, sidewalks, roads or patios.

• Inspect concrete areas, such as sidewalks, driveways, patios or pool decks, for cracks. Refill or repair any cracks as needed to help prevent further damage and to maintain smooth, safe surfaces for walking.

• If you have a swimming pool, check the chemical balance and system equipment to make sure everything is ready for summer use. It’s also a good time to do a safety check and inspect flotation devices, fences and other protective accessories to make sure they are functional.  

• Perform an electrical inspection of the inside of your home by going room to room and looking for any potential electrical hazards, such as overloaded outlets or electrical cords running under rugs and carpets. Trip your circuit breaker every six months to make sure it’s working properly, too.

• Replace the bulbs in exterior lights and clean the fixtures so that outdoor summer fun can continue after the sun goes down.

• It’s a good idea to clean your dryer’s vent and exhaust duct regularly. Clogged lint and dust in either of these areas could be a fire hazard.

• Have your lawn mower serviced and the blades sharpened. Check other lawn equipment, such as leaf blowers, water hoses and edging tools to make sure they are in good working order.

 

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I want to thank all who have served in the armed forces, THANK YOU for my freedom.  My freedom to worship, to work, to go to school and to move about life with out fear.

Thank you!

 

Kim Duclos

Elite Realty

 



 

HOME IS POSSIBLE!

I just wanted to remind you that the 4% down payment assistance from Home is Possible is no longer available on FHA! (boooo!) but we HAVE 2% and 3% on FHA which is STILL a WINNER!

REMEMBER the 5% Home is Possible on Conventional is still available! ( HOORAY!!!)
If you have any questions or need to see if someone qualifies for either let me know!

 

Kim Duclos crs

702.521.3939

 

www.callkim.net

 



NECESSARY DOCUMENTS - ESTATE PLANNING

NECESSARY DOCUMENTS ESTATE PLANNING

An estate plan contains documents to disclose your wishes as you direct them to be carried out because of death or incapacity to make decisions for yourself. Spouses, minor children, adult children, property and investments can all be factors that should motivate a person to undergo the process. Will – this document specifies the way a person wants to manage and distribute his/her assets after their death. When a person dies without a will, the laws of the state where the person resided will determine the distribution of the property. Durable Power of Attorney – this document grants to a designated person the authority to act on behalf of the principal in in legal affairs should the principal become incapacitated. Among other things, this would allow the attorney-in-fact to buy and sell property on the behalf of the principal. Healthcare Proxy – this document grants that a designated person can legally make healthcare decisions on behalf of the principal when they are incapable of making and executing specific decisions stated in the proxy. Living Will – this document directs physicians with respect to life-prolonging medical treatments in case they become unable to communicate their decisions. Hippa Release – this document allows heath care providers to release your health care information to a designated person. Otherwise, they are required by federal law to protect the privacy of your health information. Letter of Instruction – This document contains information and instructions about a person’s wishes upon death. It is intended to offer details on whom to contact and where to find important documents about personal and financial matters. One should seek legal advice, since each state varies If you need a current estimate of value on real estate that may be involved, usually a price opinion from a licensed real estate professional will suffice. It would be my privilege to assist you with this at no cost or obligation. KIM DUCLOS crs abr gri

The holidays can feel like a never ending non-stop RUSH. And while that's much of what makes the season such a joy, it's also why it's important to guard against mishaps that commonly crop up during the hustle. Here are a few key safety tips to keep in mind:


Don't fall while decorating. Do you go all out, like Clark Griswold, when stringing lights? Each season, nearly 6,000 people visit emergency rooms after falling while hanging holiday decor. (More than half of those falls occurred outdoors from roofs or ladders.) Unwieldy extension cords can also trip up individuals and lead to injuries. I have a neighbor that wears a bike helmet to avoid a head injury in case she falls while stringing lights!


Keep clear of flames. Home fires spike around the holidays, with candles, cooking and Christmas trees being common culprits. Keep decorations away from heat sources, don't leave burning candles unattended, check that electrical cords are in good condition and stay in the kitchen while cooking.  and..... be careful with space heaters and fire pits too.


Identify and remove toxins. Plants can add a festive touch to your home, but some seasonal favorites can also pose a threat to children and pets. The leaves and berries of mistletoe, for instance, are toxic if eaten, and poinsettias can irritate skin. If you choose to decorate with these plants, keep them safely out of reach and promptly clean up fallen berries and leaves.


Travel safely. Vehicles riddle the roadways at this time of year, so safety is a big concern. Take your car in for winter maintenance, check the weather forecast before road trips, stash a well-stocked emergency kit in the trunk, and keep shopping bags out of sight to avoid break-ins.  If traveling into colder weather from mild weather like our SUNNY LAS VEGAS families traveling to Denver (brrrr!), bring appropriate clothing in case your end up being stuck in snow/and in your car.  Carry glove, boots, blankets etc...


Use these and other safety tips to keep you and your loved ones happy and healthy through the holiday season.


Call me for your real estate needs and questions.
visit www.callkim.net for your online home shopping spree.

Kim Duclos

702-521-3939

Today's Homebuyers Want . . .

Today's homebuyers want to live in neighborhoods that offer easy living, easy lifestyle with walkable neighborhoods.  People are looking for community life with nearby amenities and a neighborhood connection.  Recently while I was obtaining my REALTOR^®, GREEN Designation, we did indeed talk about walkable neighborhoods.  Perhaps it might be a suburb with restaurants, shops and parks; just an easy stroll from home.  A walkable neighborhood could be considered city life; living in the hippest urban spots often times is a highly sought after purchase.  With demand comes price.  A good realtor can balance the amenities with price, perhaps have alternatives if price doesn't match budget, if  the buyer is set on the walkable neighborhood idea.
Las Vegas has a wonderful selection of walkable neighborhoods - which could be a downtown location, maybe a highrise or a suburb like Summerlin or Green Valley.  Start your search for your new home at www.callkim.net and give me a call at (702) 521-3939. 

Kim Duclos
Elite Realty