January 2026

Las Vegas Homebuyers Benefit from Easing Prices and Pace

Las Vegas housing market shows slower sales and lower prices. Median home price in October was $474,370, down 0.2% from last year, while condos dropped 9.5% to $285,000. Listings without offers rose over 30% for homes and nearly 48% for condos. Sales fell 10.1% for homes and 8.9% for condos. Housing supply increased to over 4.5 months, favoring buyers. Cash sales rose to 26.5%, with distressed sales...

How Trump’s 50-Year Mortgage Plan Impacts Vegas Buyers | Carol Strom broker, owner, UNLV Real Estate Finance Degree B145311

Slide 1 Trump-backed 50-year mortgage sparks debate over long-term home affordability solutions nationwide. Slide 2 Current 30-year mortgage cap stems from 2008 financial crisis regulations—Congress approval required. Slide 3 Critics warn 50-year loans may not fix high rates or limited housing supply. Slide 4 White House reportedly frustrated...

How to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a crucial step in the home-buying process, allowing buyers to clarify their budget and demonstrate seriousness to sellers. The pre-approval process involves submitting a mortgage application, undergoing a credit check, and providing extensive financial documentation. Unlike pre-qualification, pre-approval offers a specific loan amount based on verified information....

Las Vegas: Will Supply Finally Catch Demand? | Carol Strom broker, owner, UNLV Real Estate Finance Degree B145311

1. Inventory remains historically tight, supporting resilient pricing despite affordability headwinds. 2. Investor participation steady but selective, focusing on rental yield. 3. New home builders see stable orders as resale competition stays intense. 4. Mid-tier homes absorb fastest; luxury slower. 5. Outlook: ↑3–5% (moderate appreciation in high-demand...

Las Vegas 2026 Housing Forecast Shows Cooling | Carol Strom broker, owner, UNLV Real Estate Finance Degree #B145311

Home values near recent peaks; modest year-over-year declines seen as inventory recovers after earlier surges. Buyer leverage increases slightly, reducing bidding wars in many neighborhoods. Sales activity stabilizes but stays below pandemic highs as affordability limits some demand. Market likely shifts toward balanced conditions, less frothy than recent...

How to Refinance Your Home

Refinancing a home can lower interest rates, switch adjustable to fixed rates, fund improvements, or consolidate debt. It involves finding a lender, calculating if savings outweigh costs, exploring loan options, cleaning credit reports and the home, and gathering documents like income proof and title insurance. Refinances can take 30-60 days, and careful preparation speeds the process. Continue to...

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