Kim Mantle

While I think that Tucany is a nice community there are other communities that I would suggest over Tuscany for an upscale quality of life. I personally would suggest Sun City Anthem in Henderson which is an amenity laden community for active adults 55 and over. The things to do and clubs available to homeowners in this community is mind boggling. They are 2 beautiful recreation centers and a 3rd on the way, golf courses and some of the most amazing views that we have to offer in Las Vegas. Similar to the Presaro community with all single story flooplans that range up to 3000+ square feet. If a golf course community is what you are looking for I would also suggest Anthem Country Club. (a private armed guard gated country club community) There are actually serveral great Anthem communites that I would suggest, Sun City is the only age qualified. There are some amazing home opportunities in our market right now that just make you say wow. We have a large number of foreclosures, short sales and builders standing inventory that have created opportunites that we have never seen before in the Vegas Valley. I think that you are making a wise decision to purchase and retire here in our valley.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance,
Kim Mantle
Coldwell Banker Premier
kimm@cbvegas.com
702-596-5327 - Thu Apr 3 2008, 16:43

I don't think your concern about Tuscany being a vacation community should be a true concern. The majority of the homeowners there are permanent residents, not second home owners. The HOA fees are in the low to mid $200.00 range per month. They have had some great buying opportunities in the recent past. You have to stay on top of the information to get the best deal. Working with a real estate professional is your best bet if your not doing so already. It doesn't cost a thing for buyer representation and it will certainly save you thousands. Hope this information helps, if not fee free to contact me directly.
Kim Mantle
Coldwell Banker Premier Realty
702-596-5327
10120 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 300
Henderson, NV 89052
kimm@cbvegas.com - Thu Apr 3 2008, 10:18

I've seen banks get back to you as soon as 48 hours and amd some that have never responded. It depends on the bank as well as the listing agent. The buyers agent also needs to be relentless. - Wed Apr 2 2008, 10:54

According to local news reports the Focus Group (developer of Inspirada) is attempting to restructure their outstanding loans. If they are unable to do this, it does not look good for them, and that development is just in its infancy. So I would suggest on holding off on any purchases in that community. There are alot of other options here in condos and townhomes from more financially stable developers. I hope this helps, if not please feel free to contact me directly. - Tue Apr 1 2008, 11:48

Nelson,

You'll definatley want representation in dealing with a builder. The seemingly wonderful sales agents work for the builder and represent the builders best interest. Without an experienced real estate agent on your side you have no one looking out for your best interests. The best part of it is that the builder will pay an agents commision so it doens't cost you a dime for representation, and using an real estate agent could save you thousands. There are numerous incentives that the builders are currently offering in our market, such as closing costs, interest rate buy downs, tens of thousands of dollars off the price of a new home and the lists goes on and on. You need to know the right questions to ask the sales office to get the best incentives. I personally sell more new homes then resales in the Las Vegas area. They have represented the bests buys in our market. With the end of the year soon approaching most new home builders are choking on their standing inventory (homes that are completed or near completion) and they need to get them off their books by the end of the year. So if your ready to buy new construction now is the time, look for standing inventory and a close before year end for the best buys.
Hope you find this info helpful,

Kim Mantle
Coldwell Banker Premier - Wed Sep 26 2007, 14:33