Las Vegas Grass Ban Lawsuit: What Homeowners Need to Know About Trees and Property Values
A new lawsuit claims Nevada's grass ban killed 100,000 Las Vegas trees worth $300 million, raising critical concerns for homeowners in Summerlin, Henderson, and established neighborhoods. The 2027 deadline for removing "nonfunctional turf" threatens mature tree canopies that define property values and neighborhood character.
Local experts warn less than 10% of trees survive improper grass removal. For buyers and sellers, this creates new considerations: neighborhoods maintaining healthy trees may command premiums, while areas with dying canopy face value concerns. The lawsuit challenges enforcement authority, potentially reshaping how Las Vegas balances water conservation with livability.
Trump's $200 Billion Mortgage Bond Move: What It Means for Las Vegas Homebuyers
President Trump's $200 billion mortgage bond purchase could lower rates for Las Vegas homebuyers, but how much impact will it really have? Current mortgage rates around 6.15% may drop to the high 5% range, saving buyers $75-80 monthly on a typical Vegas home.
As your trusted Las Vegas realtor, I'm breaking down what this means for our local market—from Summerlin luxury homes to North Las Vegas starter properties. Learn about the mortgage spread, predicted rate changes, and whether you should wait or buy now in Southern Nevada's evolving real estate landscape.
Big News for Vegas: Skye Summit's First Land Sale Signals Major Growth in Northwest Valley
Las Vegas's newest master-planned community is officially underway. Skye Summit, a 505-acre development in the northwest valley, just sold its first land parcel to KB Home for $46.4 million. The project will eventually include 3,500 homes, with the first 299 breaking ground in summer 2026.
Developed by Olympia Companies (known for Skye Canyon and Southern Highlands), Skye Summit will feature trails, parks, and community amenities along Tropical Parkway near the 215. This development signals continued growth in the northwest corridor and new opportunities for Las Vegas homebuyers seeking modern, master-planned living.
2018 Awards and Recognition
It's been an exciting year so far, and we've got a lot of big news to share with you! Zach has received 4 different real estate awards in the past 3 months, and we couldn't be more excited. From local to international awards, Zach's dedication to his community and profession is being recognized all over.
Best Patio Furniture for Vegas
It’s important to educate yourself on the different materials that make up patio furniture so that you can choose the one that will make the most sense for your desires and needs. No matter where you live you want to consider the following when selecting patio furniture.
Finalist for Reator® Magazine's 30 Under 30 - 2018 Class
Zach recently got nominated as one of the 50 finalists for the Realtor® Magazine’s 2018 30 Under 30. These are agents under the age of 30 that NAR believe represent what’s best about real estate. Not only do the individuals have to perform at a certain level, but they also look for agents that have strong and close ties to their community.
The Zach WalkerLieb Show: Dive into CES
CES did not disappoint this year! At the convention, Zach saw cool new gadgets, TVs and VR (virtual reality) and gaming equipment, but what he was really there for were the advances in smart home technology and the self-driving cars. Since we’re mainly a home, real estate and lifestyle blog, I’m going to focus on the smart home technology!
National home equity is falling, but Las Vegas bucks the trend. While U.S. household real estate values dropped $361 billion in Q3 2025 and equity-rich homes declined nationwide, Vegas homeowners maintain strong positions with just 0.5% distressed sales.
Our market's resilience stems from locked-in low mortgage rates (averaging 4%), economic diversification, zero state income tax, and sustainable price growth. Unlike Sun Belt markets experiencing sharp corrections, Las Vegas prices are down only 2% from peaks—a healthy normalization, not a crisis. Local homeowners should feel confident despite concerning national headlines.