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Peter Palivos, of Las Vegas, is a well established entrepreneur, attorney, philanthropist, and gun control advocate.
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For the past couple of years, businesses have been hiring veterans due to the various skills they have. These skills have been learned through years of military training and work. What are these skill...
Making room for charity donations in your budget can feel almost impossible. Even before COVID, it was hard for people with tight budgets to do so. However, there’s no need to panic. You don’t have to...
When it comes to buying a house, the average person cannot afford to pay entirely in cash, so, instead, they opt for a home loan or a mortgage. And like every other primary line of credit, a mortgage...
There are many ways one can volunteer online in 2021 from the comfort of home. Virtual volunteering means it is no longer necessary to volunteer for organizations in person. Plenty of opportunities to...
Are you interested in making some big changes to your home? One of the best do-it-yourself projects you can take on is making your home more energy-efficient. It will reduce your monthly electric bill...
US military veterans have had a better time now than in the past, with their unemployment rate lower than it’s ever been before. This might lead you to believe that you should be seeking out your own...
The entire home buying process is confusing and overwhelming, but it is possible to secure a home loan with low credit. Bad credit is like a dark raincloud over any significant purchases that go beyon...
The term escrow is defined as a legal arrangement in which one party temporarily takes custody of a sum of money or a piece of property until certain financial obligations are met. In real estate, thi...
Veterans that have served in any branch of the military deserve their country’s highest regard and appreciation. They give up their lives and loved ones to fight for strangers’ freedom and the protect...
Other developed nations have laws controlling gun ownership that are very different from regulations in the United States. Unlike Americans, the residents of most other countries are not assumed by la...
Maintaining social distance doesn’t have to mean an end to community involvement. While in-person gatherings do pose a threat, it’s still possible to continue volunteering without risking COVID-19 tra...
With the global pandemic and subsequent isolation, many people in Las Vegas want a sense of normality to return. They have a desire to form more profound and meaningful connections with their communit...
A military veteran is defined as a person who has formerly served in a branch of the military but who is not currently active. They must be discharged or released under any condition other than dishon...
For many veterans, nostalgia can be a mixed blessing. While they might have memories about the lifetime bonds that were made during their time in service, there is also no shortage of things they’d ra...
Volunteerism is a practice that should be carried out by everyone at least once in their life. Not only does it give a great sense of gratitude and perspective about your own privilege, but it also ge...
Being a philanthropist is often of the fantasy of most would-be billionaires. It conjures up images of dedication ceremonies and schools built in your honor with plaques memorializing your generosity....
Some people feel overwhelmed trying to find the best mortgage deal. This is often the first telltale sign that you might want to consider working with a mortgage broker instead of handling everything...
Owning a second home allows people to live an enhanced lifestyle, either in another country or a different domestic region. According to a report released by the National Association of Home Builders...
Many people confuse philanthropy with the word charity . It is a logical mistake since they do have similarities. For one, they both exist in order to help others. The major underlying difference betw...
Homelessness is a national crisis. There are over 500,000 people without shelter in America and many reasons why they might find themselves in such dire straits. For veterans, especially, this demands...
Military veterans are defined as people who have served in the United States active military, naval, or air service and who were discharged or released under honorable conditions. War veterans are fur...
Contrary to popular belief, volunteerism isn’t merely a selfless act. People who choose to donate their time and talents also reap many rewards throughout the process of helping others. Youth voluntee...
Nonprofit organizations have little to no money to spend on brand recognition or awareness. In this age of social media, however, word of mouth can spread overnight about a cause that people are passi...
When it comes time to decide on becoming a homeowner, there are numerous factors to consider. Some people lean towards the side of a luxury property, which includes numerous perks and added benefits n...
Virtual real estate tours can make or break a sale. The typical real estate agent is discovering another hat they need to wear in order to make use of this amazing resource. Basically, they have to th...
Becoming a real estate agent is a highly rewarding career. Getting a license doesn’t require as much training as other professions, it offers flexible hours, you have the opportunity to work with peop...
For years the features associated with luxury real estate were typically large square footage, a large swimming pool, and other more over the top amenities. As time passes, things change, and luxury r...
Philanthropy is all about generosity and making a difference in communities that lack the means to do it themselves. Some individuals look at philanthropy in a bad light, seeing it only as a way for t...
Being a philanthropist and trying to drive for real change in suffering communities is a difficult and often expensive task. Many people in the lower and middle-income classes strive to help out group...
Being an active member of the military usually means sacrificing some extent of your life to serve our country. Because of this, many organizations have created scholarships for members of the militar...
Transitioning back into civilian life after active duty as a veteran is rarely an easy feat, especially for those who suffer from PTSD. More than half of veterans in the United States who enter PTSD o...
Real estate investments can be a lucrative means of income generation, though they require an ample commitment of time and capital to pay off. Including real estate in an investment portfolio can dive...
With the volume of money that regularly changes hands in the real estate business and the high value of assets being exchanged, it’s more important in this industry than any other to avoid scams. Betw...
With a wide array of worthwhile causes to support and an even wider array of channels to reach potential donors, nonprofits are forced to compete with each other, even if they aren’t contributing to t...
One of the most difficult aspects of managing a nonprofit is ensuring consistent cash flow. While big fundraisers can provide the occasional boost, the overhead required to run them means that lower-l...
The National Veterans Wheelchair Games launched 40 years ago and only had seven events available to its competitors. Today, many more exist, with the newest one being esports (video gaming). Video gam...
When a soldier leaves active service, they often try to find ways they can still stay involved in the military community. Being in the military is almost like a lifestyle, and once you’ve been apart o...
You’ve probably seen them before – a basement apartment, a tiny home in the backyard, or maybe a room above the garage of a house. These are commonly known as accessory dwelling units or ADUs, and whi...
Rental properties have become a great boon for real estate investors in recent years. While they’ve always been popular, the recent emergence of platforms such as Airbnb has helped them grow to expone...
Change is common in most fields, and it often hits fast, hard and when you’re least expecting it. One field that isn’t as known for adapting to rapid change is philanthropy. Philanthropy is a slow-mov...
Philanthropy is often thought about as a way of helping those less fortunate than you. It’s a way of bringing about real change in less fortunate communities and can make a rather large difference whe...
Let’s say you’re involved in an accident that causes you some type of personal injury. Chances are you’ll go to a personal injury lawyer, file a lawsuit, and proceed from there. If all goes well, you’...
When trying to buy or sell a piece of real estate property, you’ll sometimes find that the property’s title isn’t very clear. While this tends to be troublesome, there are things that can be done to c...
With 2019 coming to an end, it’s time to look to the new year and the trends that come along with it . The real estate market has had plenty of ups and downs over the past year, such as low rates and...
Being a beginner in the real estate industry can be difficult due to its highly competitive nature. You may have just passed your exams and received your realtor license, but that doesn’t mean you’ll...
Giving Tuesday was not that long ago, the unofficial start of the holiday donation season. In 2018, nonprofits were able to raise $380 million online, and technology has made it easier than ever. Dono...
The newest wave of young billionaires is beginning to shake up the way philanthropy works. Many of them are finding ways to make philanthropy more hands-on and transparent , and are devoting their tim...
Those on a military budget are typically stretched thin and don’t have much extra cash for Christmas presents and the like. Many organizations exist to try and assist in this department, as a way of s...
Veteran homelessness in America has come a long way. Communities all over are working to end it, with many having made a great difference . Many people at different levels have been working to lower t...
Practically every industry needs lawyers. Sometimes it’s for generic legal issues, but other times it’s for more specialized ones, specific to whatever industry is involved. A great example is a real...
One of the best places you can get a job after you leave the military is the federal government. They offer excellent benefits and job security, and they usually let you continue to develop the skills...
One of the major components of nonprofit organizations is that they exist to help a group of people who are struggling with hardship. That hardship differs depending on the group – it could be a medic...
The biggest challenge when choosing to become philanthropic is finding a cause that matters to you. You might be thinking about helping out a cause that means something to you specifically. While this...
Chicago has recently been hit by a storm known as condo deconversion. This means that many real estate investors are purchasing condominiums and turning them into apartments. Until recently, this wasn...
When you own a home, you have free reign over what goes on and is done in and to that space. Whether it’s the way you design your house, or how you choose to renovate (DIY or professionally), you have...
If you’re interested in buying commercial real estate, one of the most important terms you should know is capitalization rate. The capitalization rate, or the “cap rate” , helps one determine the valu...
If you’re looking for a good cause to donate to, helping the many veterans in need across our1 country is always a great idea. There are thousands of military and veteran nonprofits 1in the United Sta...
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’re likely thinking about hiring a real estate agent to assist you through the process. What you probably didn’t think of, is hiring a real estate attorney t...
More and more Americans are choosing to get involved in charitable giving every day. In 2018, over $292 billion was donated to charity by individual Americans. While this is a great development, it ca...
One of the most popular tools being used in charitable giving right now is donor-advised funds. They allow donors to make a charitable donation, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend...
A scary word has been popping up in the news a lot lately: recession. Though there’s a good reason to be worried when people start throwing the term recession around, we probably shouldn’t panic just...
Buying a house is never easy, whether it’s your first time or your hundredth. That’s why real estate agents exist. Sometimes, finding the right real estate agent for you is a challenge. There are so m...
Choosing the right lawyer for your needs can be a stressful task. Like with any product or service, it’s best to make sure you do your research so you don’t end up unhappy in the long run. There are m...
Artificial intelligence has impacted practically every industry in some way, shape or form. The law industry is just one of those industries. AI can help make law firms more productive, allowing them...
Philanthropy has been around for ages, and with it comes many misconceptions. These myths prevent many potential philanthropists from joining the fray, as well as deterring many individuals from givin...
Artificial intelligence has made waves in practically every field out there, and that includes philanthropy and charity. This new technology has opened up ways to make our lives and jobs easier, and c...
After the recent mass shootings in both El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, many people are looking to lend a helping hand so as to assist the victims of these tragedies on their road to recovery. When t...
When things go wrong in our lives, we usually find some way to make ourselves feel better. Some people will read a book, some might go to the gym, and some people might go lend a helping hand to someo...
Facebook has been around for quite awhile now and has over 2 billion users . When a social media platform has that many users, it makes sense to try and use the website for producing good in the world...
Real estate agents are often given a lot of responsibility. When trying to help someone sell or buy a home, they typically have access to the said home during the process in order to show potential bu...
Quite like the stock market, the real estate market is constantly shifting. The state of the real estate market can be influenced by a multitude of things in the area, such as new businesses or school...
When starting a small business, many people choose to rent their storefront property. This makes sense, as they’re usually just starting out and want to be safe on money, thus renting in order to not...
A new law was recently passed know as the LEGION Act, and it will allow thousands of honorably discharged veterans to be able to join the American Legion . The Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunite...
A new law was recently passed in Chicago which will require employers to provide employees with at least 10 day’s notice of their work schedules as well as provide compensation for unscheduled changes...
Philanthropy has gained a lot of criticism in recent memory, particularly due to the preservation of a system of exploitation , the perpetuation of wealth inequality and its lack of transparency. This...
This past Christmas, a local church in Las Vegas was able to bring joy to hundreds of children. On December 23rd, 2019, The C3 Church in Las Vegas was able to allow over 1,000 children to handpick a C...
Sometimes buying a house can be tough due to money limitations. If your budget is preventing you from finding your home, a great option is to try buying a foreclosure . Foreclosures are usually availa...
If you’re looking to grow wealth over time, a good idea is to invest in real estate. By investing in real estate, you’ll have a way to create a cash flow that will set you up for the future. The only...
Recently, governor Steve Sisolak of Nevada went around the Las Vegas area for bill-signing ceremonies. He made stops at several different places, each one themed after the laws passed by the Democrati...
Artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm in recent years, and it’s practically everywhere. You might be surprised, but that included real estate as well. Artificial intelligence works best...
The weather affects our lives in so many ways, and it can affect industries and businesses just as much if not more. The real estate industry is no exception and can slow down immensely depending on t...
Philanthropy can come in many different shapes and sizes, and a new form has been taking the United States and beyond by storm. This new form of philanthropy is known as collective giving, and it’s be...
At the end of 2017, the current administration signed off on the largest tax reform initiative in over 30 years, naming it the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). While this initiative has many favorable el...
This blog was originally posted to PeterPalivos.com . If you're considering a career as a real estate attorney, you may already know the educational requirements for breaking into this field. However,...
This blog was originally posted on PeterPalivos.net The Silver State is reaping 24kt gold when it comes to philanthropy and big hearts. Residents, businesses and city officials there are gearing up on...
