While gay life in Vegas – though scarce until recently – is scattered on and off the Strip, its unofficial gay district, known as the “Fruit Loop,†serves as the heart of Vegas’ LGBT community. Located near the intersection of Paradise Road and Naples Drive, this strip mall is home to a variety of clubs,… Read more »
Monthly Archives: November 2013
Have a Happy Thanksgiving
We’re off for a day to spend time with family over the Thanksgiving Holiday. Happy Thanksgiving to all our friends and family – we’ll see you all again on Friday! –Scott & Mark
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: Steve J Mole. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Thorough, professional, well promoted listings. Internet savvy, will do additional research to make housing searches easier. Up to date technically. See Steve’s Expanded Listing on Gay Realty Network Here… Read more »
What’s the Best Gayborhood in Texas?
Long-time Montrose residents love to complain how gentrification has ruined the neighborhood. Iconic gay bar Mary’s is now high-end coffee shop Blacksmith. Tex-Mex classic Felix is now an outpost of hip Austin-based Japanese restaurant Uchi. The old Fiesta has been torn down. There are fewer tattoo parlors, vintage stores and sex shops than there used… Read more »
West Hollywood the Most Walkable City in California
West Hollywood has once again been declared the most walkable city in California. Walk Score, a company that maintains a public access walkability index of any place in the United States, Canada and Australia, made the designation. Walk Score’s bases its walkability ranking on proximity to amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, schools, parks and… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Quality Tips To Help When Selling Real Estate
Quality Tips To Help When Selling Real Estate Many people are experiencing trouble in selling their real estate currently. This includes homes, businesses and even empty lots. If you are having trouble selling your real estate or if you are simply looking for tips to help you, then this article will be a… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Mortgage Lender: Scott Young, Lyons, Colorado
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Scott has been a mortgage broker for nine years and places emphasis on excellent client service and expert product knowledge. Residential mortgages for first time homebuyers to investors- purchase,… Read more »
Should Detroit Have Its Own Gayborhood?
Most major U.S. cities (and major world cities) have neighborhoods that are either organically or intentionally filled with LGBT-oriented commercial and residential districts. The last area Detroit claimed as a “gayborhood” was Palmer Park, bordered by McNichols, Woodward and Pontchartrain Blvd. Prime time for the neighborhood filled with gorgeous apartments (now under restoration) was the… Read more »
US Housing Market Shrugs Off Higher Interest Rates
We asked earlier this morning if higher interest rates are killing the housing recovery. The answer provided by the latest data out Tuesday morning? A resounding ‘No.’ The Commerce Department said Tuesday that the number of permits issued for new housing soared in September and October (the two months were released simultaneously due to the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Helpful Hints To Successfully Purchase A Home
Helpful Hints To Successfully Purchase A Home Purchasing property is becoming popular today, whether as a hobby or for a career. There is also an increasing number of real estate scams, which means there is an increased demand for legitimate property sales. It is time for you to begin. These tips are here to help… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: Ken Elder, Phoenix
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. I’m an Arizona native and enjoy working with the GLBT community. Phoenix is an urban area with many gay owned and gay friendly businesses, restaurants, etc. See Ken’s Expanded… Read more »
Chinese Investors Inflating the Seattle Real Estate Market
Seattle real estate has recently been the target for a growing number of foreign investors, especially from China. While many of them buy houses or condos using all cash, first-time homebuyers in Seattle are finding it hard to compete. “Most of the international investments are with cash. And they might seek to refinance later, but… Read more »
Washington DC Combines Old World Charm With Cutting Edge Architecture
As those of us who live and work here know, Washington, D.C. is an amalgam of old and new. If you don’t believe me, just watch the glass-studded, urban community known as CityCenterDC rise amid buildings such as the National Portrait Gallery, constructed between 1836 and 1868, and the Carnegie Library at Mount Vernon Square,… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Real Estate Buying Tips
Real Estate Buying Tips You Need To Read Are you tired of renting? Are you ready to take the first steps towards owning your own home? Your new home is one of the largest purchases you’ll ever make, and it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. In this article, you’ll find some tips that… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: The Best Advice On Working With Home Mortgages
The Best Advice On Working With Home Mortgages Many people go out in search of new home without realizing that it can be difficult to get approved for a home mortgage. If you are in the dark about this subject, you will need good tips to help get you caught up. Read on for great… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: H Dwayne Davis, Portland, Oregon
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. I specialize in putting my client’s needs first. Purchasing a home or an investment property should drama free. Let’s Talk! Portland is a welcoming community that celebrates our diversity…. Read more »
Hillcrest, San Diego’s Gayborhood
In 2007, which coincidentally was the centennial of the founding of Hillcrest, the American Planning Association designated Hillcrest as one of the top ten great neighborhoods in America. That is an incredible honor when you consider the size and scope of our nation and ponder how many neighborhoods are contained within it. That got me… Read more »
The Human Rights Campaign Scores US Cities for LGBT Equality
From coast to coast, U.S. cities are demonstrating a commitment to treating LGBT Americans with dignity and respect by passing laws and implementing policies that treat all people equally. That’s according to a new report by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, the educational arm of the HRC. The 2013 Municipal Equality Index (MEI) is the… Read more »
Major Changes in Store for Vancouver’s Gayborhood
Over the next 30 years about 10,000 people are expected to move into the West End, the city’s oldest and densest neighbourhood. But in order to do that without making wholesale changes to the character of the neighbourhood, the city is considering the unique plan to allow multi-storey laneway housing on some of the areas… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Home Mortgage Tips You Should Know About
Have you ever wanted to buy a home, but you were afraid of a mortgage? Maybe you’re worried about taxes and insurance escrow? Perhaps you don’t know how to find the right mortgage company and what is a good interest rate? All these questions are going through your mind, and this article is going to… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Quick And Easy Guide To Home Buying
Receiving some great information on how to purchase a home in the real estate market can be invaluable to a homebuyer. Without this information, though, you could end up with an impossible mortgage, a failing property, or even an investment that’s outright lost. Read this article to find some great buyer-friendly tips. Don’t let the… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: You Need To Be Open for Negotiations When Selling Your Home
Selling a house can be a long, drawn out and stressful process that involves making improvements to make the house more sellable, finding an agent, and dealing with the wait of going through closing. It can feel like your home will never sell. Here is some advice that has been collected to hopefully make the… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: Drake Cruz, Pasadena, California
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Put your Real Estate needs in Cruz control. Nestled up against the San Gabriel Mountains, live here for an active, healthy lifestyle. See Drake’s Expanded Listing on Gay Realty… Read more »
Lake Tahoe is Reinventing Itself
It’s a long-awaited sight around here, as welcome as a big snowfall on the ski slopes ringing the lake. Hard hats are swarming over Lake Tahoe’s “hole in the ground,” a vast construction site on Highway 50 that sat dormant for nearly five years. A $15 million shopping and dining complex has been rising from… Read more »
Washington, DC: The Gayest Place in America?
My earliest sense of what it meant to be gay in the nation’s capital came more than a decade ago when I was a summer intern. I was a few blocks from Union Station when a congressman walked by and gave the reporters I was standing with a big, floppy wave hello. “You know what… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Get the Best Home Mortgage Experience Possible When You Know How
Signing the papers for your first home mortgage is an exciting event. But, before you sign those papers, you have to make sure you are getting a fair deal on your mortgage. This article can help you with this endeavor. Remember the tips below when you are negotiating terms for your home mortgage. Before beginning… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: Holly Kimsey, Charlotte, North Carolina
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. As your Charlotte Realtor, Holly’s team of professionals will work diligently to provide you and your family with outstanding customer service while paying close attention to your wants and… Read more »
What Are the Top Trends for US Real Estate in 2014?
If the real estate recovery is a baseball game, we’re in the fourth or fifth inning. So what will the rest of the game look like? Experts from the Urban Land Institute unveiled their view of how the rest of the recovery will play out in their Emerging Trends in Real Estate report, released this… Read more »
Toronto’s Astounding Condo Boom
The worst of times are usually obvious, as in the case of Toronto under Rob Ford. The best of times can take longer to reveal themselves  as in the case of Toronto under Rob Ford, which is most likely to be remembered by future historians not for its political buffoonery but for the amazing… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: An Up to Date Guide to Buying In The R.E. Market
Buying real estate can still be a good investment, even in a market that has taken a turn for the worse. But the fact that many houses are having a hard time selling, can be a good deal for the potential buyer. This article can help you decide if now would be a good time… Read more »
As many people ultimately find out, it’s incredibly easy to fall into the grasp of a bad credit score. Even missing a few of your monthly payments can turn your name to mud in the eyes of a creditor. But having bad credit doesn’t have to be the end of the world. Luckily for you,… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: How To Price Your Home Wisely For The R.E. Market
In almost every area there will be multiple homes for sale at the same time. You have to make sure to take some steps to have your home stand out from the rest of the pack. If you do not do that you can look forward to your home being on the market for quite… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: What You Need To Know About Home Mortgages
A lot of people out there believe that they know enough about home mortgages to obtain a loan without seeking outside advice. Well, they’re usually the individuals who end up either being declined for every loan or end up having to pay mountains of interest. Before you go loan shopping, make sure you know what… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Debt Consolidation Advice You Should Be Using
Debt consolidation is a good option if you need help with managing your payments to your different creditors or cannot afford these payments anymore. However, do not expect this plan to have an instant, positive effect. It takes time for it to work. The process is slow and takes a lot of patience. Keep reading… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: Jan Bristow, Seattle
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. Serving our community since 1980 with pride. Seattle is beautiful and extremely Gay supportive with tons of resources. See Jan’s Expanded Listing on Gay Realty Network Here Gay Friendly… Read more »
First LGBT Retirement Community Resort to Open in Santa Rosa, California
Filling a long-overdue need to provide the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community more retirement options, Fountaingrove Lodge, the nation’s first full-service LGBT retirement community to offer luxury living and continuing care services, will officially open in less than two weeks. Wednesday, Nov. 20 regional elected officials and LGBT leaders will join award-winning developer… Read more »
The Washington Blade’s Best of Gay DC 2013
Thinking about moving to DC? The Washington Blade has you covered: The Washington Blade’s annual Best of Gay DC Issue keeps growing. This year, there are 71 categories – the most ever – and nearly 20,000 of you voted to select the winners, a new record. Check out the winners below. At Gay Realty Watch,… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: The Best Tips Available For Selling Real Estate
Some folks in real estate are attempting to move multiple properties while others are only attempting to move one. No matter where you land on the real estate spectrum, it is important that you sell your property and make some money. This article will explain how you can use some great information to turn a… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Priceless Information About Buying Real Estate
Are you at the stage in your life when you want to start looking at buying a house of your own, but can’t even think of where to begin? Well look no further because this article can help you with your problems buying real estate and offers easy solutions! The neighborhood beyond the property lines… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Getting The Most Out Of Your R.E. Investments
One of the best ways to invest your money and have some control over where it goes is with real estate! Choosing to whom to rent out a property has many perks, and puts you in the driver’s seat. If you’re interested in this kind of venture, read on for great tips. Marketing will be… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Is You Credit Bad, You Can Fix It
Sometimes people are thrown into debt simply because the credit company made a mistake. Unfortunately, and as disgusting as it is, many of these companies state in incredibly fine print that their mistakes do not matter. You’re still on the hook for the poor credit score. So regardless of whose fault it is that you’re… Read more »
Featured Gay Friendly Realtor: Greg Burton, St. Petersburg, Florida
Periodically we’ll feature one of our real estate professionals here to let our readers know about some great Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, and Other Real Estate Professionals. My emphasis has always been on service first. St. Petersburg has the Country’s fourth fastest growing gay community. For some of the wonderful venues, check out my website See… Read more »
What’s New in NYC
New York is a city in perpetual transformation. In autumn, when seasonal changes abound, the pace intensifies as visitors and locals alike gallop in hot pursuit to discover (or rediscover) places that reflect the city’s passion for bold inventiveness. Listen to Josh Held, of Josh Held Design, describe the ever-morphing New York scene. Held makes… Read more »
Gay and Lesbian Homebuyers’ Rights
Many gay and lesbian homebuyers aren’t aware that their rights in 2006 to a non-discriminatory home purchase process could be guaranteed by local or state laws. Mark Nash real estate author of 1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home shares with single or partnered gay and lesbian home buyers some do’s and don’ts that… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Don’t Let It Sit There, Sell It Fast
Whether you’re looking for tips on how to select the right real estate agent or whether you want to sell your property yourself, this article contains some great tips on how to sell in the real estate market in general. These tips will shed some light on some of the aspects of the market you… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Tips On Choosing The Right House To Buy
Purchasing real estate is one of the most significant undertakings in an individual’s life, given the huge investment it typically represents. Thoroughly understanding the entire process is key to making a wise decision. Using the tips that follow will help ensure that you are satisfied with the deal you ultimately make. With so many foreclosure… Read more »
Terry’s Blog: Are You Wasting Money? Read These Tips To Find Out
Now more than ever people are taking a deeper look into their finances. Everyone needs a way to spend less and save more. This article will take you through several options for ways that you can tighten the purse strings a little bit and come out better each month. Ask your accountant or other tax… Read more »