Know the housing laws: Like everywhere else, there are local municipality laws that the buyer must know. You need to read the Fair Housing Laws of Las Vegas. Many people believe that once they buy a property in Las Vegas they are free to make whatever renovations they want. The fair housing laws in Las Vegas will tell you what your property taxes will be, what type of renovations you can make and how much the property tax will go up. Know all about the housing codes and your rights as a property owner.
Research: Many people go to Las Vegas and are seduced by the razzmatazz of the place and buy the first property they see or like. This is a major mistake. Buying a home in Las Vegas should never be an emergency. Search the market- there are some parts of Las Vegas which are posh and others which are not liveable. You need to know if the property market in that area is viable. If you plan to rent, then you must know what the demand is for rentals. Plus you need to know if the home is near a …show more content…
Many people who want to buy a home just go to a real estate agent. While there is nothing wrong with this approach, the onus is on you to first know what you want. Remember, real estate agents are in the business of making money and all they want is to close a deal as soon as possible, so that they get their commission. Never ever go straight to a real estate agent. With the availability of the internet, you should be able to decide what type of property you are looking, how big you want, the amenities and the location. Once you have some idea then you can speak to a real estate