A Wife, A Business, A Mom.

Last night and this morning I spent uploading this brand new listing in Las Vegas. The home is located at 7263 Alsop Ct, Las Vegas, NV 89156. It's a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Single Family residence, on the outskirts of Vegas. The home is on a cul-de-sac and on a little over 7,000 sq ft of land. It boasts a 2 car garage with a driveway all of its' own.

The home is a traditional sale, which is becoming more common back in the Las Vegas Market. This cute home hopefully won't last long. With a lawn in the front as well as porch when coming up to it, it's very inviting. 

This home sits facing North and looking for some new owner(s). Contact me today if you'd like to see more! 

702-285-7307

www.yournewhomevegas.com

I know it's been awhile, but I've been busy working away!

Stephanie Hicks is an agent with the drive and passion to help buyers, sellers and renters. She has thrown herself into the Real Estate Market and secured these tenants.  The client was looking for a 3 bedroom, 2 car garage home in the beautiful Southwest Las Vegas.

The couple is looking to move closer to family and looking in Mountain's Edge, Southern Highlands and the overall Southwest.  In the Las Vegas real estate market there is relatively low inventory, with a little over 5,000 single family homes for sale on any given day. Because of the intense competition in the Las Vegas Market, it is essential to work with an agent who is devoted and able to answer and questions through the entire process. With rentals here one day and gone the next, it is important to act fast!

Stephanie builds a great rapport with her clients and other agents to help her clients for a win win.  As a native to Las Vegas, she is very familiar with the areas and communities and has the knowledge to bring in all prospective clients. With her great customer service background, and passion to help clients, she builds relationships and trust for each transaction. Stephanie, also with her tech savvy marketing finding the most rentals across the city. Dedication and working with other top producers in the business alongside one of the top real estate coaches in Las Vegas has led her to success in real estate as a Las Vegas Realtor.

Let’s congratulate Stephanie Hicks on her work with the new buyer and wish them the best in their home search!

For all your real estate needs, please visit Stephanie Hicks at http://stephanielv.kwrealty.com/ or call her at (702)285-7307.

My most recent visit in Vegas that was outside of my normal comfort zone was to Veer Towers. Now I've watched City Center come to life, even partied in the Cosmopolitan once, but I've never really stuck around to see what it was all about.  When I was invited to view the properties, amenities and everything they had to offer, I couldn't turn it down. 

I left my house early for a few reasons. One, I had no idea where I was going and how confusing it would be to get into the towers. Two, I got to use Valet, so I wasn't sure how far the walk was (hoping it wasn't bad considering the heels). Three, I like to be early to appointments. 

On the drive, my wonderful Google maps pointed the way, and while I was expecting to turn onto Harmon into the twists and turns of City Center confusion, I wasn't. It was the next light up, with a wonderful direction arrow to lead the way. This place was by far, one of the easier towers I found getting into. With signs pointing right to Valet, non heavy traffic ( even on the Friday afternoon that I was going), made it quite easy and delightful. I was able to pull right up to the Valet service and assisted quickly.The Valet was very friendly and my walk to inside, was not far at all. I did find out that the Valet service is one of the great amenities this beautiful place has to offer. 

I went on my tour of the 37 stories, 2 tower property. Each tower is identical, with the same amenities and features. My favorite, deck pool enclosed with windows at the top! A fitness center with a sauna and steam room to top it off. I was able to view their great 2 bedroom, 1 bedroom and studio options. When I started the journey and after I've seen some towers, most remind me of a cramped condo or hotel room. These were none of those. They had a spacious open floor plans and great space savers for washer and dryers in units! With a modern feel, the kitchen in all three styles was by far my favorite part. Updated and very sleek, it does come with all the stainless appliances.

The views from all units were amazing! The corner lot with walls of windows overlooking the strip were breathtaking! I'm not a fan of heights, so I didn't get too close, but anyone with a love of the city, can appreciate the immaculate views. A question I did have, was since the strip is so bright at night, if there was a way to block the lights out and low and behold, they have shades that help! I noticed that not many were being used in a tower across the way and I don't think I'd ever get ice of that view.

The quiet elevator ride down after the tour, and an adjoining walk to Crystals shopping area topped off the visit. What is life on the strip without all the high end shopping experiences and dining. The buildings were beautiful and I'll leave it at that. While I love my normal single family home, with a backyard and mom like lifestyle, I can see the appeal of living in the towers. I can see the lure and definitely wouldn't count it out.

If you're interested in any sort of buying or

 selling, contact me today. I'd love to help! 

702-285-7307

sellwithstephanie@yahoo.com

www.stephanielv.com

Just a warning.. This may be a long one! 

Two weeks ago, before a work meeting, I was instructed to read a small book called "the dip". A few pages in, I wondered if my company was asking me to quit my job, The more I read, the more I realized I thought I should get up and walk out right now and keep going. That's at least what the book said. We all go through a hard time in your job. I felt like it was dead end and I just work my normal shift, off on weekends. I started my second side job because I loved to help people and I loved the feeling I received when people found the home of their dreams.I had also hit that same dip in my second job. It doesn't get any easier, there comes a point in the job, where its all uphill but the reward is worth it. 

I've now felt this in both of my jobs, and personal life. Being a mom, trying to do everything and realizing, I can't do it all but to follow my heart and climb the hill. Try to be my best at what I love to do. 

During the meeting, in which I though after reading the book that I should've quit my job, I realized that wasn't the point at all. Our company is going through some very major changes and it just to let us know that it is worth it. At our meeting, mind you over 1000 employees it feels like..we tried and Open Space meeting structure at the end. Normally, I keep to myself, and do the meeting and go home, the mindless part. This time, after reading the book, was different. I stood up, got on stage and if you're familiar with open space meetings; I hosted my own mini meeting. Something I was passionate about, something I wanted to do with the company. For once, in 8 years, I felt my tiny little voice heard. I felt the difference. I didn't feel like a dead end job, I didn't feel stuck.Since then, I'm slowly making the steps to possibly make my change happen with the right people. I feel like it was all thanks to this book.

So I figured, if its the case for the one job, why not the other. It is, it's so very true. Real estate isn't the easiest career to just start and I wish someone would have told me. Working full time, I don't have as much time as I'd like to dedicate to gaining new leads and cold calling prospects. I guess I sort of expected it to just happen. It didn't. I've had deals, and clients and given my very early schedule, I'm able to work with people in the evenings and weekends. I love both of my jobs and never thought I'd have to give one up. I don't think I have to, just prioritize.

I'd like to believe that after reading the book, I'm going to give my all for everything and just go with it. A little less stressed, and live a little more.I'd recommend this book for any life read and to continued success! 

Pardon any errors.. this was posted from my iPad.

You heard it right. I finished my Post Licensing for Real Estate. One year, 30 hours. Seems easy enough, except that I waited until the VERY last minute, by minute, I mean the one week before it expired. I signed up for the full 30 week in one week\. It was brutal, and only because I still had to work my other job, luckily getting off at 8 am to make it to a 9 am class. Work and Education, and being a mom took it's toll over the week and needless to say, Sunday and Monday, I slept like there was no tomorrow.

Each class was an experience in itself. I felt like I've actually learned a ton more than I bargained for. Working with Buyers, Sellers, The Listing Process, Taxes, Property Management and the list goes on. I feel much more confident in my processes and I have to say, looking back, I really wish I would've done it sooner. Most of which would've come in handy in my daily life and transactions.  I also met some wonderful agents as well as teachers and professionals that share the same passion that I do.

Notes away and many books to read, I'm excited about continuing my part time love for homes. After all, home is where the heart is! 

And just because I'm so proud, here are the ba-zillion certificates for completing my Post Licensing. I'm only a little proud of myself! :)

For all questions and any real estate needs, please contact me below.

sellwithstephanie@yahoo.com

www.stephanielv.com

702-285-7307

That's right. I said it. I'm an adult with braces. The full blown metal kind. 3 weeks ago, I found out they were coming of. I had them for two years almost to the day, so needless to say, I was fairly excited. Now, I know that it's probably not as exciting for you to read but I felt I still needed to share. 

If your an adult and thinking of getting braces, I recommend it. It was a small 2 years of my life, and while they were uncomfortable sometimes, painful and I couldn't eat endless amounts of caramel, I'm happy I did it. Mostly, my daughter is much less afraid of dentist, and teeth doctors. It almost helped her become more aware and enjoy seeing her dentist. She even held my hand at my appointments, very involved and asked many questions.

While it's not exciting, or earth shattering. I know myself, I looked up whether or not to get them and if it was worth it. My final advice, do it! I am excited to smile big for pictures!