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Reno is a city that has been shaped by years of gambling, quickie divorces, historical figures, and festivals. Now, the thriving city is home to technological advances and a startup scene that rivals Silicon Valley itself. On one of the toughest bounce backs in the country, from 13.9% unemployment in January 2011 with the majority…

This spring/summer in Reno, locals and tourists alike can become part of some of the most iconic moments throughout Reno history. People can take a walk in Clint Eastwood’s shoes and cruise under the famous Reno Arch, or stroll down 4th Street, where the 1940s version of the arch was placed for Tommy Lee Jones’ portrayal…

It’s not all flat desert: There are 314 named mountain ranges, and over 100 unnamed mountain ranges that cut through the deserts at random, with 40 summits throughout the state exceeding 10,000 feet in elevation, making Nevada the most mountainous state in the United States. Mountains are full of hiking and biking: Within the mountains of…

When looking to move or retire, state and local taxes are an important factor to consider.  State and local income tax rates can range from approximately 0% to 14% depending on where you choose to live. Besides personal and state income tax, inheritance tax, sales tax, property tax, gas tax, and estate tax are also material costs to…

The baby boomers have driven the demand for retirement housing through the roof in the last few years, and they are being faced with loads of questions that differ from buying their first, and even second, home. When it comes to buying your potentially last home, there are some things to keep in mind when…

Reno has always been a gambling and casino hot spot, but recently, it is becoming much more locally driven. Farm to table restaurants, local artists, and local events are changing the culture and dynamic of Reno while bringing the community together. Mark Estee’s newest downtown  eatery, Reno Provisions, features cafeteria-chic farm to fork food that is…

Spring in Montrêux brings all kinds of opportunities, and although there are many great things to do indoors in the Reno-Tahoe area, our favorite spring activities are outdoors. We are blessed with clean, crisp, mountain air and bright sunshine in the spring, and for those who did not spend their winter skiing or snowshoeing, spring…

South Lake Tahoe, CA will be rocking its way throughout 2015, thanks to the addition of the new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.   Most recently, the Hard Rock hotel was known as the Horizon Hotel, “The Ho” by locals. However, the building has gone by a number of names since its original back in 1965 as…