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Many homes for sale these days are owned by a "bank", properties that were taken back by the lender for non-payment.  With their "floors of attorneys" it is natural that the banks are to be protected when they sell their assets.  As such, when you buy a bank-owned property it is As-Is ... no disc...

The Carson Valley is known for its three major communities, Genoa, Gardnerville and Minden.  There have been many other settlements along the way, however, and several of them continue to have their name used as a reference to the part of the Valley where they were located.   Cradlebaugh was star...

Minden, Nevada is the County seat for Douglas County.  The Western portion of Douglas County is in the Sierra Nevada Mountains including portions of Lake Tahoe.  Lake Tahoe is one of the great lakes of the world renowned for its clarity and size. Tahoe is 22 miles long, 12 miles wide, has a 72 mi...

The Carson Valley is a stimulating place to live as evidenced by the high ratio of social contribution to population.  From a small farming community with a Pony Express stop in the 1800's to under 10,000 residents in 1970, the population has always been small, but the contribution of its citizen...

The beautiful Carson Valley has enamored all who lay eyes on her, from the settlers moving West in the 1800's to the modern California evacuee.  The spectacular Sierra Nevada range borders the western edge of the Valley rising 3,000 up from the Valley floor.  The signature view of Job's Peak is f...

Potential Galore in this Gardnerville Ranchos BeautyLocation: Gardnerville, NVReduced $49,585 to only ... $229,415.00! This is a great buy - a real value for someone. Act Fast, must have acceptable offer by 1/29/2009 or it goes to auction!‏ Great opportunity in the Gardnerville Ranchos. Good loca...

Tremendous Value and Opportunity in GardnervilleLocation: Carson Valley EstatesUnique family home in Carson Valley Estates! This cozy three bedroom offers a living room and a separate family room so there’s ample room for everyone! Mostly remodled with many upgrades that include a wood fireplace ...

Tremendous Value and Opportunity in GardnervilleLocation: Carson Valley EstatesUnique family home in Carson Valley Estates! This cozy three bedroom offers a living room and a separate family room so there’s ample room for everyone! Mostly remodled with many upgrades that include a wood fireplace ...

I went looking for activerain groups that featured Nevada.  According to active rain, Nevada must be in the Southwest Region.  OK!  There are 132 groups listed in the "Southwest" area of activerain.  So, let me see, "Southwest" ... Does that mean  Hemet/ San Jacinto Real Estate, Middle Tennessee ...

Looking for a cute fixer-upper with a lot of character and a great location? Location: RanchosReady for a little imagination and a lot of hard work? This cozy three bedroom one bath home offers plenty of opportunity. It’s perfect for the handyman, a growing family, or as a retirement spot! There ...