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More Affordable Housing Is On The Way For Las Vegas

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As more and more people move to Las Vegas, affordable housing is getting harder to come by.

The greater Las Vegas area is projected to grow at a rate of 90.5% in the next 37 years, according to 24wallst.com. Locals already know that construction is everywhere. But many residents are worried that the housing market just can’t keep up with the growing demand for homes.

Many residents are moving into Las Vegas from California and other areas that have more expensive housing. Which means they’re bringing the profits from their homes sales with them. That allows for more options when it comes to purchasing a home in Las Vegas. And often these homes are higher-priced, simply because these buyers can afford it.

But many of these wealthy buyers have snatched up lower-priced homes in Clark County to turn into rentals or Airbnbs. Leaving few of these homes available for purchase by local residents. And for those who are looking to buy affordable housing in Las Vegas, it’s been a struggle to find options.

But there is hope on the horizon for Las Vegas residents in need of affordable housing.

The Department of the Interior and the Department of Housing and Urban Development made an important announcement today. In effort to increase the number of affordable housing options for Las Vegas residents, they’re lowering the cost of land. Basically, they’re having a big sale!

By lowering the price per acre to $100, the hope is that builders will purchase the land and build affordable housing for Las Vegas residents. The two departments signed a Memorandum of Understanding that made it possible for the purchasing of these lands at a price far below market value. Because the housing crisis in Las Vegas has gotten to a critical level. And they believe this solution will be a catalyst for changing that.

So if you’re thinking about bailing on the idea of buying a home in Las Vegas, hold that thought. It looks like change is coming, if we can just hold on a bit longer.

– Wendy Rush, 96.3 KKLZ

Las Vegas Ranks Pretty High On List Of 'Cougar' Dating Hot Spots

Look out, Las Vegas Man Cubs…Cougars are taking over Sin City.

A recent survey revealed the top ten cities that are hot spots for relationships involving older females and younger males. And Las Vegas landed in the top 10. The list was released this year by Cougar Life, a dating website created to empower the mature women in the modern world.

The data was taken from the number of people who signed up on the website in 2022. This is the first list of its kind from Cougar Life, who launched their site in 2009. Over nine million people have joined since then, with a 200% increase in signups between 2021 and 2022.

The benefits of the older woman/younger man dynamic.

According to Cougar Life, older women bring maturity and experience to their relationships. And they tend to steer clear of drama. Meanwhile, the younger male is typically more open-minded and finds more humor in life than their older counterparts. The company’s position is that relationships can work with people of any age, as long as they’re honest about their needs and agree on important issues.

When the slang term “cougar” first originated in the 1990’s, it was considered somewhat taboo for an older woman to date a younger man. But thanks to modern female-driven movements, and shows like Sex And The City, it’s becoming more universally-accepted.

I know what you’re thinking…”Am I a cougar?”

According to Wikipedia, a Cougar isn’t merely any women who happens to date, or have dated, a younger man. “Cougar” is defined as a woman who seeks out relationships with younger men or women, either romantic or sexual in nature. And the term applies specifically to any woman who seeks these partners who are at least five years younger.

So where are the biggest Cougar habitats in the country? According to Cougar Life’s list, Florida dominates that dating market. Followed by Ohio. Here’s the rest of the Top 10. – Wendy Rush

  • 10. Buffalo, NY

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    While Sex And The City made us all think New York City was where all the cougars hang out, turns out that’s wrong. If you’re looking for an older lady, Buffalo is where you should go.

  • 9. Minneapolis, MN

    Mature woman sitting on a bench near a frozen like with downtown Minneapolis in the background.

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    Minneapolis can get pretty darn cold in the winter. Good thing there are a lot of cougars there to cuddle with.

  • 8. Cleveland, OH

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    That 70’s Show always said Cleveland rocks. Now we know why.

  • 7. Cincinnati, OH

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    Apparently, Ohio is hiding a lot of mature women looking for younger men. Cincinnati also landed in the Top 10.

  • 6. Richmond, VA

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    Virginia has some beautiful landscapes and is also known for their education system. So this would be a good place to look if you’re looking for a smarty pants in hiking shorts.

  • 5. Tampa, FL

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    Florida took three of the five top spots on this list. So you can pretty much wander anywhere in the state and find a mature woman looking for love.

  • 4. Las Vegas, NV

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    Las Vegas women are savvy and know how to have fun. And apparently that doesn’t stop with age.

  • 3. Atlanta, GA

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    Whether she plays golf or not, many mature Atlanta women are “open” to love with a younger man.

  • 2. Orlando, FL

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    Another city in Florida in the top five on this list. Not sure what it is about the area that brings the cougars, but it’s anything but slim pickings for cougar-hunters.

  • 1. Miami, FL

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    Welcome to Miami. The number one city for mature women looking for younger mates. I wonder if that’s what Will Smith was referring to…

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Wendy Rush is the midday host on one of Vegas's top stations, 96.3 KKLZ. She has been with the station for ten years and comes with a diverse career background. In addition to being a radio host, Wendy has lived the Vegas life as an entertainer. She has been a celebrity impersonator, rock band singer, and improv comedian. As a content creator for 96.3 KKLZ, Wendy writes about music, celebrities, mental health and wellness, and life as a Las Vegas local.

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