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Sustion Almen I moved to Reno in 2011. After a decade in logistics I earned my real estate license in 2021. A family man married to a stunning Guatemalan wife.

We now have two cute babies. I cherish helping clients turn into friends while enjoying nature

🏡 Myth: The First Offer Is Always The Best Offer 🏡Sellers often assume the first offer that comes in is their best shot ...
10/23/2026

🏡 Myth: The First Offer Is Always The Best Offer 🏡

Sellers often assume the first offer that comes in is their best shot and panic if they do not jump on it immediately.

In reality, the first offer is just the first data point. It tells you how the market is reading your price and condition, it does not automatically mean it is your ceiling.

A home priced and marketed correctly from day one often sees its strongest offers in the first two weeks, not just the first 48 hours. The real skill is knowing which terms to push back on and which to let go.

Send me your address and I will tell you honestly what kind of offers I would expect in today's market.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

All glory to God Almighty Happy birthday my LOVE! Today of all day is extra special. RADIANT is your smile each and ever...
10/22/2026

All glory to God Almighty

Happy birthday my LOVE!
Today of all day is extra special.

RADIANT is your smile each and everyday even at times when you are feeling low

AMAZING how you always put me and our babies first in front of your needs and never had to second guess it.

QUEEN of my heart. I remember when I was a young lad I prayed to God for you, exactly the way you are. You are perfect.

UNFORGETTABLE are the sweet moments and memories we have created together and the new ones we continue to create together.

EXTRAORDINARY woman you are baby, inside and out.

LOVE of my life. Thank you for loving me and our 2 babies.

📊 Why Some Homes Still Get Multiple Offers Right Now 📊Northern Nevada is sitting in more of a buyer's market lately, mor...
10/21/2026

📊 Why Some Homes Still Get Multiple Offers Right Now 📊

Northern Nevada is sitting in more of a buyer's market lately, more inventory, longer days on market. But some homes still get multiple offers in the first week.

It almost never comes down to luck. The homes that move fast are priced realistically for current conditions, not for what the market was doing eight months ago, and they show well, decluttered, well lit, minor repairs handled before the first showing.

If your home has been sitting, the fix is rarely a mystery, it is usually price or presentation.

Comment VALUE and I will run the numbers on what your home would sell for today.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

🏠 Nevada Property Taxes: The Number Most Buyers Never Check 🏠Nevada has some of the lowest property tax rates in the cou...
10/19/2026

🏠 Nevada Property Taxes: The Number Most Buyers Never Check 🏠

Nevada has some of the lowest property tax rates in the country, but a lot of buyers still do not know how the bill gets calculated.

Your property tax is based on the assessed value, not the price you paid, and Nevada caps how much that assessed value can increase each year. That cap is a big part of why your tax bill usually will not jump the way your home's market value might.

Taxes are billed annually and can be paid in four installments if you want to spread it out.

If you are budgeting for a home here, this number usually comes in lower than buyers expect coming from other states.

Send me your target price range and I will walk you through what the tax bill would actually look like.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

🏡 "Sold As-Is" Does Not Mean "No Inspection" 🏡Seeing "as-is" in a listing throws a lot of buyers off, so here is what it...
10/17/2026

🏡 "Sold As-Is" Does Not Mean "No Inspection" 🏡

Seeing "as-is" in a listing throws a lot of buyers off, so here is what it actually means. Swipe to learn more. 👉

It means the seller will not make repairs or give credits before closing. It does NOT mean you cannot inspect the home, and it does NOT mean you are buying blind.

You can still order a full inspection, you just need to decide upfront whether you are comfortable taking the home in its current condition, repairs and all.

As-is homes are often priced to reflect that, which can be an opportunity if you go in with your eyes open.

Got a listing marked as-is and not sure what to do? DM me the address and I will take a look.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

📊 Reno vs. Carson City, The Price Gap Is Bigger Than You Think 📊Reno's median sold price in September was about $633,000...
10/16/2026

📊 Reno vs. Carson City, The Price Gap Is Bigger Than You Think 📊

Reno's median sold price in September was about $633,000. Just down the road in Carson City, the median sold price was $525,000, about 17 percent lower. Swipe for the 12 month chart. 👉

Same Northern Nevada lifestyle, same reasonable commute distance to Reno for a lot of buyers, different price tag. If Reno's price point has you priced out, it is worth widening the search before you give up on the area altogether.

Curious what that gap looks like for your specific must haves? DM me your must have list and I will pull current options in both markets.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

🎉 SOLD in Fernley! 🎉159 Jennys Lane just closed at $645,000, and my buyers negotiated $5,000 off after the inspection in...
10/14/2026

🎉 SOLD in Fernley! 🎉
159 Jennys Lane just closed at $645,000, and my buyers negotiated $5,000 off after the inspection instead of chasing repairs. That is what a clear plan and a clean negotiation can do for a buyer. Swipe to see how. 👉

Thinking about buying in Fernley? DM me BUYER and I will show you where to start.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

🏠 Closing Costs Are Not One Bill, They Are Two 🏠Buyers and sellers in Northern Nevada each pay their own closing costs, ...
10/12/2026

🏠 Closing Costs Are Not One Bill, They Are Two 🏠

Buyers and sellers in Northern Nevada each pay their own closing costs, and they are rarely the same amount. Swipe for the breakdown. 👉

Buyers typically cover: loan origination fees, appraisal, inspection, lender's title insurance, and prepaid taxes and insurance. Plan on roughly 2 to 5 percent of the purchase price.

Sellers typically cover: the real estate commission, owner's title insurance, and any agreed repair credits. That side usually runs higher, depending on the commission agreed.

Neither side pays for everything, and the split can be negotiated as part of the offer.

DM me BUDGET and I will walk you through what your specific closing costs would look like.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

🏠 The Inspection Report Looks Scary. Now What? 🏠A long report is normal. Almost every home has one. What matters is what...
10/10/2026

🏠 The Inspection Report Looks Scary. Now What? 🏠

A long report is normal. Almost every home has one. What matters is what is on it:
✅ Safety issues
✅ Structure and foundation
✅ Roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and sewer

Once you know that, you generally have three options: ask the seller to repair, ask for a credit, or renegotiate the price. Know your deadlines, because your options narrow once the inspection window closes.

Got an inspection coming up? DM me your biggest worry and I will tell you what I would do.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

📊 SAME MARKET. $205,000 APART. 📊Median sold price for single-family homes last month:✅ Reno: $630,000✅ Fernley: $425,000...
10/09/2026

📊 SAME MARKET. $205,000 APART. 📊

Median sold price for single-family homes last month:
✅ Reno: $630,000
✅ Fernley: $425,000

That is about 32% less. Fernley is roughly 30 miles from Reno, so the commute is the trade-off. For a lot of buyers, the math is worth it.

Comment FERNLEY and I will send you what is on the market right now.

📲 Sustion Almen, REALTOR®, LPT Realty, 775-362-1148, License S.192072

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1755 E Plumb Lane #251
Reno, NV
89502

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