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Know Your City: Old Southwest Reno, NV (Video)

By admin on December 20, 2011

Where is Old Southwest Reno?

Voted one of the best neighborhoods by Men’s Health Magazine the Old Southwest Reno is a highly desirable area with tree lined streets and mature landscaping. Home were built from the early 1900′s to pocket neighborhoods of more recently built properties. The Old Southwest’s central location leaves residents in close proximity, and in some cases walking distance, to downtown Reno, the Truckee River that run’s through it, dining, coffee shops, and parks. Below is a list of some of my favorite places in Old Southwest, a video of the area, and links to available properties for sale.

Video Tour of Old Southwest Reno

My Favorite Places

Homes For Sale in Old Southwest Reno

For more information on buying or selling a home in the Old Southwest part of Reno feel free to contact me with the information below.

Ricky Beach

Broker/Owner|Realtor®|CDPE®|SFR®

Renown Real Estate Services

6900 South McCarran Blvd., Suite 3040

Reno, NV 89509

| Office:(775) 313-9600 | Cell:(775) 750-1437 | Fax:(775) 562-4779 |

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Another Blaze In Reno/Sparks: Lockwood and East Sparks Fire Map

By admin on November 23, 2011

The Reno/Sparks Nevada area is battling another fire 5 days after the Caughlin Ranch, Windy Hill, and southwest Reno blaze last Friday and Saturday. At time of publishing no homes have been threatened but the blaze continues to move in the areas of Lockwood and the east foothills of Sparks, NV.

Thanks again to our friend Bryce Leinan for creating the map of the Lockwood and east Sparks fire.

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More information can be found at www.RGJ.com or www.KTVN.com

Ricky Beach

Broker/Owner|Realtor®|CDPE®|SFR®

Renown Real Estate Services

6900 South McCarran Blvd., Suite 3040

Reno, NV 89509

| Office:(775) 313-9600 | Cell:(775) 750-1437 | Fax:(775) 562-4779 |

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Reno Fire Map for Caughlin Ranch, Windy Hill, and Southwest Reno on 11/18/2011

By admin on November 18, 2011

Below is a map for the Caughlin Ranch fires located in the Caughlin Ranch, Windy Hill, and southwest areas of Reno, Nevada on 11/18/2011. The map is editable so other known fires, evacuation centers, and general help locations can be added. Currently, evacuation centers are set up at Galena High School, Reno High School, and Damonte Ranch High School. Check www.RGJ.com, http://www.ktvn.com/, and http://www.kolotv.com for up to date information.

To help the victims of this horrible tragedy visit… Reno Fire Victim Red Cross Help Center

Please pray for all involved including the response teams in harms way and their families.

Thanks to our friend Bryce Leinan for creating the map.

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Ricky Beach

Managing Broker|Realtor®|CDPE®|SFR®

Renown Real Estate Services

6900 South McCarran Blvd., Suite 3040

Reno, NV 89509

| Office:(775) 313-9600 | Cell:(775) 750-1437 | Fax:(775) 562-4779 |

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Know Your City: 2011 Great Reno Balloon Race

By admin on September 9, 2011

It’s time again to set your alarms to 4:00 am for the 2011 Great Reno Balloon Race. The race which celebrates it’s 30th anniversary this year starts on Friday the 9th and ends Sunday the 11th. While most of the action is in the early morning this is still a great family event for kids of all ages. Fun shaped balloons for this year include Smokey the Bear, a soccer ball, a panda bear, and the Wells Fargo stagecoach among other colorful balloons. To make it even better entry to the event is FREE!

Below is a schedule and some tips on how to make the most out of your early morning.

Saturday – Sunday Schedule

5:00 am: Glow Show-Glowing balloons light up the pre-dawn darkness as guests enter the field.

5:30 am: Dawn Patrol-A few select balloons are allowed to take flight, in darkness, and light up the sky with a choreographed light show accompanied by music.

6:45 am: Mass Ascension- All balloons lift off and begin their race around the city.

Rest of the day: The fun doesn’t stop when all the balloons are airborne. Make this your day out on the town and you might just walk out of a restaurant or shopping center to find a lost balloon waiting in the parking lot.

Tips

Prepare for the conditions: It may be summer but the Nevada high desert can be cold before dawn. Be sure to pack an extra layer of clothes or blankets to stay warm.

Make your experience comfortable: Unfortunately, seating is not provided at the field. Come prepared with blankets or chairs so you don’t have to stand for the event.

Bring your camera: The race offers an array of photo opportunities from mid air balloons to grounded balloons available for up close shots.

Get there early: Maybe the most important tip of all. The event is widely popular in the Truckee Meadows and parking is always an issue on the north end of the University of Nevada. Be sure to get there early and prepare to walk up to a mile in order to get into the event. Show up late and you might be standing for the event.

For more information call 775-826-1181 or http://renoballoon.com/

Ricky Beach

Managing Broker/Realtor® CDPE, SFR

Office:(775) 313-9600| Cell:(775) 750-1437| Fax:(775) 562-4779

Ricky@Resnv.com www.RenownHomes.com

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Know Your City: Somersett Farmer’s Market

By admin on July 21, 2011

Located in Northwest Reno, the Somersett community not only offers championship golf with country club living but also hosts a local farmer’s market every Wednesday. The market, which runs in the summer months from 4:00 pm to around 7:00 pm, is geared for all ages and includes a live band to listen to while shopping or sitting back and enjoying your favorite drink. Numerous vendors and local farms line the town square with offerings of local and/or organic fruits and vegetables, freshly baked bread and oils, and clothing among others. For a look into the the Somersett Farmer’s Market….