Relocation, Help Across Town, Help Across the Globe

Relocation
Help Across Town, Help Across the Globe......
Welcome to Elite Realty

 

Across town or across the country, if you’re moving and need help finding an agent in your destination city, please call, I have contacts through Elite Realty, my Accredited Buyers Group and my Certified Residential Specialist Group; we work together for the benefit of our buyers and sellers. I have a vast network of agents and offices, and access to the best relocation sales associates who are ready to assist. 


** Please note there are great programs available for our Military! 
 Ask about Hero to Home.




Kim Duclos
www.callkim.net


702.521.3939

Keeping Your Home Rodent Free

Keeping Your Home Rodent Free

Rodents are a problem not just because they can destroy personal property and components of a home's structure, but also because they can spread serious disease to humans and their pets. 

What to do to prevent rodent infestation.


1.  Keep food in thick plastic or metal containers with tight fitting lids.


2.  Clean up spilled food right away, and wash dishes and cooking utensils soon after use.


3.  Keep outside cooking areas and grills clean.


4.  Keep compost bins as far away from the house as possible


5.  Set up bird feeders away from the house.  Utilize guards to limit access to the feeder by squirrels and other rodents.


6.  Always put pet food away after use and do not leave pets' food bowls out overnight.


7.  Use thick plastic or metal garbage cans with tight fitting lids


8.  Dispose of trash and garbage on a frequent and regular basis, and eliminate clutter in and around the property to discourage nesting.


9.  If rodents or their droppings are discovered on surfaces, such as countertops and tables, us the strongest, non-damaging cleaner possible to disinfect the area, such as bleach.


10.  Plug up rodent holes with steel wool to prevent them from chewing their way through and back into the living space, but remember that this is only a temporary fix.


**  Rodent droppings should be cleaned up while wearing a face mask and gloves because disturbing large quantities of fecal matter can cause it's dust  to become airborne, which can result in respiratory irritation and even illness.  Afterward, sterilize the area thoroughly.  Also, it is wise to contact a professional exterminator because rodents reproduce QUICKLY.

Kim Duclos

702.521.3939

Talking to the Right Lender and Pre-Approval

It's Your Advantage - Start Right, Get the Details

Technology has certainly streamlined the home buying process and introduced things that help purchasers make better decisions. Buyers have enthusiastically embraced video tours, digital signatures and the enormous amount of information available about a home, neighborhood, schools and neighbors. The ironic thing is that buyers are ignoring the one single thing that can help them secure the “right” home. Talking to a lender or using a financial calculator is not pre-approval. Pre-approval requires written verification on employment and income and ordering a credit report for the purpose of obtaining a mortgage. A mortgage credit score is different than what a person might see from credit reporting websites.  Pre-approval gives buyers the confidence to know the amount they can borrow which can result in bargaining power when dealing with a seller or competing against another offer. Transactions can close quicker once a buyer has been pre-approved. If any issues are discovered in the initial process, the purchaser and lender will have more time to correct them compared to trying to get it done during the loan approval period as stated in the sales contract.  Most lenders best interest rates are only available to the best borrowers. You might get approved on a loan but at a higher rate than you expected which could make a significant difference in the monthly payments. The “right” home without financing will never have the buyer’s address. Getting pre-approved with a trusted mortgage professional is one of the first steps in the buying process. It can definitely be an advantage that will benefit you in negotiations and ultimately, during the time you own the home. www.callkim.net Call Kim Today @ 702-521-3939

What does an Interest Rate Increase Mean for You?

Although the interest rate you will

"most likely" obtain on a 

home purchase in today's market, will be 
lower than what is noted here below,

you can easily see by the scenarios offered 

what a 1% difference means to you with

your home purchase and payment.

DO NOT WAIT ANY LONGER

Call today to begin the process of home

ownership and loan qualification.  Please note

there are funds still available for the 

*FREE 4% for down payment and 

closing cost assistance program =

"Home is Possible" Grant Program.

*certain restrictions apply please call for information. 

Thank you,

Kim Duclos

Elite Realty

702.521.3939

www.callkim.net

Great fun for the family and dog family!

 

Thank you,

Kim Duclos

Elite Realty

 

Call me with you real estate needs!

Great fun for you and the Family!

We have a lot of fun things to do in the Las Vegas Valley

 

Are you curious about the Las Vegas Real Estate Market?

Please Call Kim at 702-521-3939

callkimfirst@realtor.com

www.callkim.net

Your Neighborhood, Safefy and Dogs

SAFETY, WALKING, AND DOGS

When you first meet........

Do not approach an unfamiliar animal, even if they look friendly.
Pay attention to any animal's behavior, even if you are familiar with them.  If they are acting aggressive, skittish or odd, you should back off.

Don't present yourself as an easy target, but stand stand still and give a startled animal the change to leave if you do not feel immediately in danger.  Most dogs have a short attention span, just like your children.

Don't extend hands or fingers to strange dogs, but keep them tucked in by folding or crossing your arms or balling them into fists.

To avoid problems.........

If a dog is acting oddly, assume a non-threatening stance: rather than facing the dog head-on, turn to the side, but keep the dog in your peripheral vision.  slowly back away.

Never turn your back on an aggressive or unknown animal.

Do not try to stare down a dog, it can be seen as a challenge and may encourage conflict.

Do not smile at a dog, bearing your teeth may also be interpreted as a challenge to fight.

Do not run, this initiates the predator mode.

Put a large object between you and the animal; tree, park bench, gate/fence, car etc...

Speak softly and firmly, but never yell, scream or flail your arms, again this can be interpreted as a signal to attack.

If attacked.....

If a dog charges you, use anything on hand to block the attack, a wadded jacket or coat, a stick, a purse, or a briefcase.

Do not kick at an attacking dog, since it will most likely grab and tear flesh from your leg.  Do not pull away if a dog has it's teeth in your, to avoided tearing flesh.

If attacked, curl up in a ball and protect delicate parts of your body like the skin, face, neck and head.

After an incident....

If you are attacked and wounded, immediately seek medical attention.

If you are threatened or attacked by an animal, report the incident to animal control and the local authorities as soon as possible.  Some aggressive dogs have even more aggressive owners, so be sure you report an incident to protect yourself and others. 

For a search of homes please visit www.callkim.net

Please call with any questions on the real estate market and value.

Kim Duclos  702.521.3939       Elite Realty