• How to Prep Your Reno Home for Sale Without Overspending,Shannon Root

    How to Prep Your Reno Home for Sale Without Overspending

    You don’t have to remodel your whole house to sell for top dollar. Here’s how to make strategic updates that bring strong returns. 1 | Focus on first impressionsFresh paint, clean landscaping, and curb appeal matter more than a full kitchen overhaul. 2 | Update lighting and hardwareInexpensive swaps

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  • 2026 Northern Nevada Market Forecast: What Buyers Should Know,Shannon Root

    2026 Northern Nevada Market Forecast: What Buyers Should Know

    Every year brings new market headlines. Here’s what buyers should know heading into the end of 2026. 1 | Interest rates are steadyingExpect modest dips but nothing dramatic. Stability is a win. 2 | Inventory is growing slowlyMore homes are hitting the market, giving buyers more choices and fewer bid

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  • How to Buy a Home When You Still Have Student Loans,Shannon Root

    How to Buy a Home When You Still Have Student Loans

    Student loans don’t have to stop you from owning a home. Lenders look at your debt-to-income ratio, not just your loan balance. 1 | Know your DTIAdd up all monthly debts (including student loans) and divide by your income. Under 45% is ideal. 2 | Income-based repayment helpsIf your student loans are

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