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Black Rock Desert 101: Adventures for Non-Burners

Burning Man is over, but there are still many things to do on the playa. Burning Man is one of Northern Nevada’s most known-for annual events. The Playa’s spectacular art scene, amazing music, and unique fashions make it something to return for again and again. However, this event is very clearly not for everyone and if Burning…

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Go Gourmet in Reno: Beer Edition

Reno’s brewing scene is catching eyes and taste-buds all across the country. For those of you living on Mars these days, Reno is pretty great. As a town and a community we have come so far and have changed the entire dynamic of the city from one of gambling and quickie divorces to one that…

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Backyard Design Ideas for 2016

It might be too late to get your landscaping design up to par for 2015, but it’s the perfect time to plan for 2016. As summer 2015 draws to a close, we have fingers crossed that this winter comes with every bit of precipitation that it’s hyped up to! This would make for a fantastic…

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7 Things to Look for at an Open House

When going to an open house, it can be easy to get caught up in the perfect staging: stay focused. Open houses with their pristine and exact staging can be an exciting and over-whelming process for those looking to purchase a new home. From perfectly scrunched pillows to expertly trimmed landscaping, it is important to…

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BOOMing Jobs Coming to Reno

Angie’s Artisan Treats/BOOMCHICKAPOP is bringing 160 jobs to the Reno area. The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) announced that Angie’s Artisan Treat’s/BOOMCHICKAPOP, an all natural popcorn company that is one of the fastest growing in the country, is opening a manufacturing and distribution center in Reno, Nevada and expected to bring around 160 new…

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7 Ways to Modernize Your Home

Follow these tips to turn you home from drab to fab! Renovating and redecorating your home can be a daunting task because you may not know which direction to take. You may want to modernize your home without going overboard or leaving your comfort zone, so here are some tips and tricks to getting your…

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11 Home Inspections Before Selling

Before selling your home (and moving to Parc Forêt at Montrêux) make sure your current home has the proper inspections for future homeowners. 11 Home Inspections before you Move 1. Radon: Radon is a tasteless, odorless, colorless gas that could be a threat you don’t even know is there. It is cancer-causing and radioactive, so it is…

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Crown Lake: Your 2015 Backpacking Trip

Summer is still in full swing, which means there is still plenty of time to pack up and hit the trails! This gorgeous Hoover Wilderness alpine lake is your backpacking destination for the end of summer 2015! Near Bridgeport, California and just a short trip from Reno, this hike will test and encourage your backpacking skills as…

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5 Tax Reduction Tips

Head into tax season stress-free with these tax-reducing tricks. Every year after tax season, people are on a mission to save more on their taxes than they did the year before, and this takes dedication and know-how. Learning the ins and outs of your state’s local tax laws in combination with these tax deduction tricks can help…

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Top Kitchen Design Trends of 2015

Fresh kitchens are the wave of the future so use these 7 trends to improve the look of your current space. Whether you are building your custom dream home or just wanting to remodel and spruce up your existing space, use these 7 design tips and tricks for making your space sophisticated and functional. 1.…

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