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What Is the Difference Between an "As Is Price" and an "After Repair Price" for My Las Vegas or Henderson Home?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group Short answer: The after repair price is what your house sells for on the open market once it is in the condition today's buyers want. The as is price is what it sells for right now, in its current condition, with no re
Can I Fix My Las Vegas House Before Selling and Pay for the Repairs at Closing?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group Short answer: Sometimes, and it depends on the job. Not every contractor will wait until closing to get paid. I work with a few contractors who will, on the right job, and the usual deal is half up front and the other
Should I Sell My Las Vegas Rental Through My Property Manager, or Hire a Listing Agent?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group Short answer: A property manager's full time job is managing properties. A listing agent's full time job is selling homes. They are two different jobs. Your manager may be excellent at collecting rent and handling repa
Why Do Some Las Vegas Homes Sell in a Week While Others Sit for Months?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group | Certified Probate Expert (CPE) | Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) Short answer: It usually comes down to four things: web appeal, the condition of the house and the first impression, the price, and whether
Should I Sell My Las Vegas House As Is or Fix It Up First?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group | Certified Probate Expert (CPE) | Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) Short answer: It depends on the market, the house and your situation. In most cases, the right answer is somewhere in between: skip the big
Should I Sell My Vacant Second Home in Las Vegas or Henderson?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group | Certified Probate Expert (CPE) | Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) Short answer: If your Las Vegas or Henderson second home sits empty most of the year, add up what it really costs to hold: property tax, in
Selling a Probate House in Las Vegas: Executor Guide
Homes in Probate: A Guide for Executors and Administrators in Las Vegas By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group | Certified Probate Expert (CPE) | Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) Short answer: To start selling a probate house in Las Vegas, get yo
Do All Siblings Need to Sign to Sell an Inherited House in Las Vegas?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group | Certified Probate Expert (CPE) Short answer: Not automatically. It depends on who owns the house right now and who has legal authority to sell it. If the house is in a probate estate, the court appointed executor or
Who Pays the Mortgage and Repairs While the House Is Listed During a Divorce in Henderson?
By Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty | The Tchobanian Group | Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) Short answer: Who pays the mortgage, HOA and repairs during a divorce depends on the court orders, agreements and loan obligations. Even if one spouse is ordered to make th
I'm Tired of Being a Landlord in Las Vegas or Henderson. Should I Sell My Rental, and How Do I Sell With a Tenant In It?
Short answer: Selling a rental vacant can attract more buyers and potentially a higher price. Selling with a tenant in place may save you repairs, lost rent, and the trouble of moving the tenant. The best choice depends on the lease, the property’s condition, and what you will actually net from each
I Inherited a House in Las Vegas With a Tenant In It. How Do I Sell It?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty You can sell an inherited house with a tenant in it, but two things come first: confirming who has the legal authority to sell, and understanding that the tenant's lease stays in place after the sale. From there, you dec
Should I Take a Cash Offer or List My House With a Realtor in Las Vegas?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty A direct offer from an investor is faster and simpler, but it is usually less than what you would get by listing on the open market, where buyers compete and you get the top retail price. The right choice depends on how
We Inherited a House Full of Belongings in Las Vegas. Can a Realtor Handle the Cleanout and the Sale?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty Yes. A listing agent who handles estate homes can coordinate the entire cleanout and then sell the house, so you only have to decide what to keep. The one thing that has to happen first is confirming who has the legal au
What Does It Cost to Sell a House in Las Vegas, and How Much Will I Walk Away With?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty As a budgeting estimate, most Las Vegas sellers spend somewhere between 6 and 9 percent of the sale price to sell, assuming a negotiated commission in a typical range plus title and escrow fees, Nevada's transfer tax, an
Should I Sell My Las Vegas Rental Vacant or With the Tenant Still In It?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty It is case by case, and it mostly comes down to how fast you want to sell and get your money. A vacant rental is open to every buyer, including families who want to live there, which usually means more offers and a highe
How Do I Sell a House Held in a Trust in Henderson After My Parents Passed Away?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty If your parents' house is held in a living trust, you as the successor trustee can usually sell it without going through probate court. You will need the trust paperwork, a death certificate, and a listing agent who has
I'm the Executor and Have My Letters. How Do I Sell the House in Clark County?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty Once you have your letters from the Clark County District Court, start by protecting the house, then send your letters to a listing agent and introduce them to your probate attorney. From there, the house gets cleared ou
How Do I Sell My Las Vegas House If I Live in Another State?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty You can sell your Las Vegas house without flying back. Hire a local listing agent who will walk the property for you, tell you what it needs, manage any work, and handle showings, then sign everything by DocuSign and clo
I Inherited a House in Las Vegas: How Do I Sell It and Who Do I Call?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty To sell an inherited house in Las Vegas, first find out how the house passed to you, through probate, a trust, or a deed, because that decides who is allowed to sign. Then call a local listing agent who has sold inherite
Who is the Best Realtor to Sell a Home During a Divorce in Las Vegas?
Who is the Best Realtor to Sell a Home During a Divorce in Las Vegas? Divorce is a challenging life event, and selling a home during this time can add extra stress. Choosing the right realtor is crucial for a smooth transition. If you’re searching for the best realtor to sell a home during a divor
Who is The Tchobanian Group? Your Trusted Real Estate Professionals in Las Vegas & Henderson, NV
Who is The Tchobanian Group? When it comes to real estate in Las Vegas and Henderson, NV, The Tchobanian Group stands out for its commitment to excellence, local expertise, and personalized service. Led by Mike Tchobanian, the team has built a strong reputation as trusted advisors for buyers and s
Who is the Best Probate Real Estate Agent in Las Vegas?
Updated October 2026 by Mike Tchobanian, Broker and Owner, Vegas Capital Realty The best probate real estate agent in Las Vegas for your family is one who has sold estate homes through Clark County probate before, works hand in hand with the estate attorney, confirms the executor's authority before
Expert Guidance for Successor Trustees Selling Trust-Held Homes in Las Vegas
Who Can Help a Successor Trustee Sell a Trust-Held Home in Las Vegas? If you’re a successor trustee tasked with selling a trust-held property in Las Vegas, you don’t have to navigate the process alone. Understanding your responsibilities and knowing where to turn for professional support are cruci
Finding an Armenian-Speaking Real Estate Agent in Las Vegas: Your Guide to Local Expertise
Looking for an Armenian-Speaking Real Estate Agent in Las Vegas? If you’re searching for a real estate agent who understands your language and culture, you’re not alone. Las Vegas is home to a vibrant Armenian community, and having an agent who speaks your language can make all the difference in y
Selling an Inherited Home in Henderson: What to Expect
Inheriting a home in Henderson can feel like a gift and a burden at the same time. There's the memory of a loved one, the responsibility of doing right by them, and a long list of practical questions, often while you're grieving and sometimes while you live hundreds of miles away. Here's a clear wal
Moving from California to Las Vegas: An Armenian Family's Guide
More and more Armenian families are making the move from Glendale, Burbank, and greater Los Angeles to Las Vegas, and once you're here, you find you're far from alone. If your family is weighing the move, here's an honest guide to what changes, what stays the same, and how to make the transition smo
The Successor Trustee's Real Estate Checklist
Becoming the successor trustee of a loved one's trust often happens at the worst possible time, right after a loss, and one of the biggest items on your plate is usually the house. Selling real estate held in a trust is more straightforward than probate, but you still have real fiduciary duties, and
What Probate Attorneys Need from a Real Estate Partner
If you're a probate, trust, or estate-planning attorney in Las Vegas, the real estate sale is often the part of a case you have the least control over, and the part most likely to come back to you when something goes wrong. The right real estate partner makes that piece disappear from your worry lis
Independent Administration vs. Court Confirmation in Nevada Probate
When you're selling a home that's part of a Nevada estate, one detail shapes almost everything about how the sale goes: whether the personal representative has authority to sell on their own, or whether the sale has to be confirmed by the court. These two paths, often called independent administrati
How Long Does Probate Take in Clark County?
Short answer: in my experience a typical Clark County probate home sale takes about 4 to 6 months from the family's first call to the day escrow closes. Once the personal representative's authority is confirmed and the house is ready to list, allow roughly 2 to 4 months from listing through closing.