Over the years, the search for a new home has gotten easier with the emergence of the Internet and home builder websites. American West prides itself on making the search for a new home easy for everyone.  Our website offers prospective buyers detailed information about its eight neighborhoods, interactive floor-plan designs, beautiful photography and immediate move-in opportunities at just the click of a mouse.  The privately owned builder adds a personal touch to their website and provides one-to-one customer assistance through its internet concierge service overseen by Kate Jacobs, a long-time American West employee. Kate’s extensive experience in sales makes her the perfect choice for an Internet Concierge.

“So many people start the home buying process online that it makes perfect sense for us to be right there providing customer service from the moment there’s interest,” Jacobs said. “People expect immediate results and gratification when they’re online. I’m here to help them narrow their choices, answer any questions and find the American West home that best suits their needs.”

The best part of the Internet Concierge experience is that it simplifies the entire home buying experience for everyone. Time is a precious commodity these days and letting someone else do all the work and research for you is invaluable.

“Home shoppers can contact me via phone, text, or email by visiting our website at www.AmericanWestHomes.com.  I will personally help them in their home search,” Jacobs said. “Because I am very knowledgeable about American West homes, the neighborhoods and the specific floor plans, I can help direct a home shopper to a neighborhood and/or home that best suits their needs. The best part is that I save our home shoppers time and energy and help them in finding their dream home.”

This service has been popular among Southern Nevadans searching for a new home, Realtors researching new-home neighborhoods for clients, as well as people who are relocating to the Las Vegas Valley.    

“I think that the main reason why our internet concierge service has been popular is its ease and that I do all the research for our home shoppers. There are a lot of new home choices out there and it can be a bit overwhelming. I help people come up with their wish list of what they want and need in a home and/or neighborhood and then find the perfect fit for them,” she said. “My knowledge of all of American West’s neighborhoods is extensive. I know the floor plans, surrounding areas, nearby schools, parks, where to shop and where to eat. I can help home shoppers narrow down their search by the style or size of home, neighborhood, area of town, price point or anything having to do with a home or neighborhood. My job is to help provide them with the necessary information to make their new home choice easier. The best part is that all this can be done without ever having to leave your computer or home/office.”

 “I bring my customer service background to the program as well as my personal experience as a home buyer and as someone who relocated to a new city with my family. I know what it’s like to be on the other side,” Jacobs said. “I love what I do. Everyday I get to help families achieve the American Dream. The long standing relationship I make with our home shoppers is great. I become a valuable source of information for them. The excitement I see in their faces as they walk through the doors of the home I helped them find is priceless.”

For more information about American West’s internet concierge service, neighborhood and homes, visit www.AmericanWestHomes.com or call/text Kate at (702) 308-1111.

As a long term investment, homeownership is still one of the best investments for individual households. What buyers need to realize is that housing markets, like all markets, inevitably have their ups and downs. Homeownership has a track record that is virtually unmatched by any other purchase in terms of its real benefits for both home owners and their communities. Dollar for dollar, homeownership is a solid stepping stone to a future of financial security and the single largest creator or wealth for many Americans. On a national level, home appreciation has historically increased 5-6 percent annually, report economists at The National Association of Home Builders. Furthermore, the tax benefits of homeownership make housing an important source of wealth for middle-income Americans. The financial benefits of homeownership begin in the first year for most home owners through the ability to deduct mortgage interest and property taxes paid off their taxable income. 

In addition, a home is where your family can relax, spend quality time together and build lifelong memories. 

There are outstanding opportunities to buy a new home. Interest rates are still low, prices are right and we have a large selection of homes to choose from. 

Don’t miss out on the benefits of homeownership.

American West has something to “brag” about. We have introduced a new, innovative home design to the Las Vegas area. 

The Single Story with BRAG space is a unique new design that offers homebuyers the livability of a single story home but also features a BRAG space that offers plenty of options of what to do with the additional living area. The unique BRAG space can be left as one large bonus room with unlimited possibilities like a theatre room, billiards table and storage or it can be built with a guest suite with spacious walk-in closet, large full bathroom, game room, and study area which gives homebuyers a completely private living area in the home. 

The main living space includes formal living and dining rooms, a family room, large gourmet kitchen with dining island that can seat up to 10, master suite and two additional bedrooms. 

The Single Story with BRAG space is being offered at three of our communities located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas Valley. Kensington at Highlands Ranch and Woodbridge in Coronado Ranch offer a 3,068 square foot version priced at $309,500. Reserve at Coronado Ranch offers a 2,518 square foot version priced at $249,500.  

We have also introduced a two-story with BRAG space which is being offered at our Lexington community in Highlands Ranch. The home is 2,284 square feet with up to 5 bedrooms. 

For more information on these homes or any of American West’s 8 communities visit www.AmericanWestHomes.com or call (702) 308-1111.

American West can also be found on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/americanwesthomes

When Danny Welsh and his wife Tricia were ready to upgrade to a larger new home, it made perfect sense that they would purchase from American West. After all, American West built Danny’s first two homes and Danny is the company’s sales manager. 

“We had briefly considered looking at resale homes after hearing stories about incredible deals, but we quickly realized the best deal for a quality built home, our dream home, was right under our nose. American West offers the highest quality product, a builder warranty and incredible customer service that you absolutely will not find in a resale home,” said Welsh.  

Danny and Tricia chose the 3,019-square-foot Shea floor plan in Kensington Estates which is priced at $298,500. 

“It was a goal of mine to live in Kensington Estates located in Highlands Ranch. This is an amazing community in an amazing location and it was the right time to get to this point,” said Welsh. “American West builds semi-custom new homes. I got to pick everything I wanted from the homesite to the exterior to how the home sits on the homesite. This is the kitchen we want, the floor plan we want, the bedrooms we need. It just clicked.” 

The two-story Shea floor plan features four bedrooms and a game room upstairs, a perfect fit for Danny, Tricia, their two-year-old daughter, Brooklyn, and 6-month-old son, Brixton. 

“Both kids get their own room and can use the game room for a play area,” said Welsh. “Plus, we have a guest room for visiting family.” 

As the youngest of eight kids, Danny needed a floor plan that could hold a crowd. 

“The home has a giant gourmet kitchen with a huge island. It blends into the spacious family room. It can accommodate a lot of people. We have Sunday dinners and huge Christmases. A simple Sunday dinner easily turns into 45 people,” said Welsh. “The living room and formal dining room also helps to accommodate our family members.” 

It was Danny’s family, his brother and father, who encouraged him to purchase his first home from American West before Danny worked for the company. 

“My brother and father believed in doing business locally. American West is a locally- owned family business. The owner lives in Las Vegas, his family lives in Las Vegas, all the employees live in Las Vegas. As a company, they support the community and spend their money in Las Vegas,” said Welsh. 

It made Danny’s first purchase an easy decision.

 “I walked into my first American West community, saw the house I wanted to buy and left. I never looked at another community, another house, never looked at anything else,” said Welsh. “They also made the whole buying experience so easy.” 

Eventually, Danny applied for a job with the company. “I applied three times before I was hired. I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to do. I just knew I wanted to work for American West.” 

Danny has been with American West for eight years. 

“Unlike public builders, if the Las Vegas market isn’t working, American West isn’t going to pull out and focus on another city in another state. American West makes Las Vegas work because it is their home,” said Welsh. “We’re local people. We have numerous employees who have been with the company for more than 20 years. We have father and son teams selling homes. Every employee is dedicated to making the dream of a new home come true for the families of Las Vegas. ” 

According to Danny, it’s American West’s quality, trustworthy reputation that keeps the company strong. 

“We see a lot of repeat and referral business. We have people who are on their third home and they are buying from the same sales person. Their experience with American West has been so positive, when they’re ready for an upgrade they simply come back to us to see what’s new,” said Welsh. 

And Danny would know: as a buyer and employee. 

American West is currently selling homes in eight communities in the Las Vegas valley. The single-story,  two-story and split-level homes range from 1,216 to 4,770 square feet and feature three to six bedrooms, formal living and dining rooms, game rooms, optional studies, optional second master bedrooms and even included elevators, depending on the floor plan. Homes start at $178,500. The builder’s collection of beautiful home designs reflect American West’s tradition of architectural excellence, quality construction, innovative floorplans, pool sized backyards and superior customer service. 

American West has been building homes in Southern Nevada for more than 25 years.

All American West homes include a 10-year Structural Assurance Plan and are built to NV Energy Plus standards. Certified Energy Plus New Homes are built to exceed the energy efficiency of a standard home by 30 percent, double ENERGY STAR® standards.   

For more information on American West’s communities visit AmericanWestHomes.com or call (702)308-1111.  Sales offices are open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Welsh Family enjoy the gourmet kitchen in their new home.

Did you know that the month of April is the celebration of New Homes Month? As the housing industry celebrates, home builders want Americans to know just how much of a positive, direct impact residential construction has on the U.S. economy throughout the year. 

New homes strengthen the economy year-round. Home building is a key driver of the American economy. Economists at the National Association of Home Builders estimate that the one-year local impact of building 100 single-family homes in a typical metro area include $21.1 million in local income, $2.2 million in taxes and other local government revenue and 324 local jobs. 

The income earned from construction activity is spent and recycled in the local economy, and the new homes that are built become occupied by residents who pay taxes and buy locally produced goods and services. A new home purchase is helping to keep the Las Vegas economy strong. 

A survey of home buyers by the NAHB showed that buyers felt the need for energy-efficient heating and air conditioning units, energy-saving appliances and lighting, water-conserving fixtures and low-E windows – all features that can only be found in new homes and all features that are included in a new American West home. 

New homes have the latest environmentally-friendly, cost-saving, advanced technology materials and appliances. A new home has better construction, the latest safety features and better floor plans to fit a wide variety of modern lifestyles. American West has over 50 different new home designs to choose from. 

A new home also means a brand new community. The communities American West builds in include newer state-of-the-art schools and a plethora of new shopping and dining. As a builder, American West gives their homeowners all the benefits of master plan living without any additional fees associated with it. 

A Clean Slate. You will be the first one to park your car in your sparkling-clean garage or the first to cook a dinner in your brand-new kitchen. In addition, you won’t have to spend time stripping dated wallpaper or repainting. You can create your own home inside and out from the get-go! 

New homes can accommodate advanced technologies like structured wiring, security systems and sophisticated lighting plans, and can be tailored to meet the individual home owner’s need. Anyone who has ever lived in an older home can attest to the fact that there are never enough outlets, inside or out. New homes plan for the increased number and type of electronics and appliances used by today’s families. American West’s homebuyers all meet with a specialist from Progressive Home®, a home automation design firm catering to their sound, security, home theatre and automation needs. 

Purchasing a new home can be one of the biggest investments made in a lifetime. Today’s home buyers are seeking homes constructed by quality builders with established track records, who stand behind their homes. American West is a local, privately owned business that has been building in the Las Vegas valley since 1984 with thousands of happy homeowners. Dollar for dollar, square foot for square foot, no builder offers more value than American West.

American West is focused on building energy efficient homes with sustainable materials and features that matter to you and your family. Our energy-efficient building materials and building process demonstrates not only a commitment to excellence but also a respect for the environment. In an American West new home, you’ll have greater comfort, higher quality, a smaller carbon footprint and reduced energy bills.  

The features below can only be found in the most technology advanced homes such as your new American West home: 

• ENERGY STAR® and NV Energy Plus® Certified

Why stop at just ENERGY STAR®? American West also builds to NV Energy Plus® standards which exceeds the energy efficiency of a standard home by 30% – doubling ENERGY STAR® standards. A NV Energy Plus® home uses less energy, is more energy-efficient and results in a more comfortable home.

•  Vinyl-framed, dual paned, low-e windows and sliding glass doors

Our most efficient windows and sliding glass doors help to keep heat out in the summer (reduce A/C) and heat in during the winter (reduce furnace). The placement of the windows in your new home helps reduce the usage and reliance of artificial lighting.

•  R-30 insulation in ceilings

The insulation in your new home exceeds the National Standards and is made from recycled materials. 

• Fully insulated fiberglass front door

The entry door to your new home was carefully chosen, not just for its looks, but for its impact on your life. The materials help limit heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter. In addition, they utilize post-industrial wood chips and recycled materials to help lessen their impact on the environment.  

• 14 S.E.E.R. HVAC

Your 14 S.E.E.R. HVAC exceeds the National Standard for energy efficiency. This advance system also utilizes ozone layer-friendly, environmentally sound Puron® refrigerant, which helps protect the air you breathe and limits the amount of greenhouse gas released in the air. 

• Programmable setback thermostat

Studies show that use of a programmable thermostat can save households up to 25% in energy costs. 

• Energy-efficient radiant-barrier roof sheathing

This advanced energy saving material minimizes the heat gain in the summer and reduces energy usage in the winter. This unique feature can only be found in new homes. 

• Water-conserving Moen® faucets and showerheads

The faucets in your new home help conserve resources which helps eliminate wasteful water flow. These plumbing fixtures not only help reduce your monthly bills, they also help you conserve our precious water for future generations. 

• Tank-less water heater

This advanced feature allows for an endless supply of hot water. As well as saving water, it helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by only heating the water when you’re using it. 

• ENERGY STAR® appliances

All your appliances are ENERGY STAR® rated. These industry-leading, super-efficient appliances help conserve energy and money while doing everyday tasks. 

• Water-saving professional landscape designs

The natural materials and efficient designs provide beautiful yards, while reducing wasteful watering and promoting a healthier planet. 

As you can see, American West is committed to not only building the home of your dreams, but to do so in an environmentally sensitive way. By integrating these features in our homes, we honor our commitment to you, your family, and our environment, long after you move in. 

To discover your new American West dream home, visit out website www.AmericanWestHomes.com or contact Kate Jacobs at (702) 308-1111.

     1.   Low Interest Rates

Mortgage rates have returned to near-record lows. Monthly payments are extremely affordable. Together with our Preferred Lenders, we can remove the barriers that keep your dream of owning a new home from becoming a reality.

     2.   Energy Efficiency

American West’s homes are certified as both ENERGY STAR® and Energy Plus. This means that your new home exceeds the energy efficiency of a standard home by 30 percent, double homes that only qualify as ENERGY STAR®  Energy-efficient features in our homes include a 14-SEER natural gas heat and electric central air-conditioning with Puronâ; radiant heat barrier roof sheathing; programmable setback thermostat; R-13 insulation in exterior walls and R-30 insulation in ceilings; Prime Wrap® house wrap; fiberglass front-entry door; vinyl-framed, dual-pane low-e windows and sliding glass door; 50-gallon quick-recovery natural gas water heater; and Super-Flow water management system.

You will not find these features in all new homes but you will find them in an American West home. The best part is that all these features are included in the purchase price of your new home and mean significant energy cost savings to you.

     3.   Great Selection and Superior Locations

American West offers homes in a wide variety of beautiful home designs located throughout the Las Vegas valley. Our home designs range from 1,218 to 4,770 square feet.  American West builds an amazingly wide variety of homes in only the most spectacular locations. Our variety of home designs offer something for everyone. We have a home that will meet your family’s needs.

Today’s families spend more time at home and place a greater importance on the community in which they reside than ever before. Understanding this importance has led American West to pioneer communities in the most desirable Southern Nevada locations. Being a local builder, gives American West an understanding most builders don’t have. Our company has the foresight and knowledge of area amenities and growth throughout the Las Vegas valley. We are committed to designing communities and neighborhoods to the best advantage of our homebuyers.   

An ideal location, award-winning home designs, and community conveniences beyond compare – they all come together at any of the 10 American West communities located throughout the Las Vegas valley. Whether buyers are drawn to the state-of-the-art schools, the nearby shopping and dining, the ideal setting, or our innovative home designs, one thing is for certain, they come to American West knowing they’ll find homes suited to their styles and lifestyle.

     4.   Confidence and Reassurance

Purchasing a new home is one of the biggest investments that you will make in your lifetime. Today’s home buyers are seeking homes constructed by quality builders with established track records, who stand behind their homes. American West is a local, privately owned business that has been building in the Las Vegas valley for over 25 years with thousands of happy homeowners. American West is the only builder in the nation who has won the ACE Award for construction excellence twice. Dollar for dollar, square foot for square foot, no builder offers more value than American West. You can take comfort that your new home is built by Southern Nevada’s #1 Home Builder.

     5.   Design Excellence

With over 200 awards from local, regional and national industry peers, American West continues to be among the elite who remain on the cutting edge of design and quality. This award-winning status is due in large part to what have become American West hallmarks – traditional styling, large homes, customizing opportunities, quality and state-of-the-art technology. Our creative artisans focus on innovative design and ensure high quality – resulting in homes that define family living.

     6.   Unbeatable Investment

Purchasing a new home is still one of the best long term investments anyone can make today. Even in down markets, over the long term home prices still appreciate more than the stock market.

 Statement from Larry Canarelli, President of American West:

“I put my name on every home American West builds.  I’m proud of that.  Knowing from our homeowners that they’re pleased with their home brings the greatest delight to me as a home builder,” Canarelli said. “My dream has always been to provide beautiful, affordable homes that all families could live in. That dream turned into a reality and can be seen throughout the 71 neighborhorhoods that American West has built throughout the Las Vegas valley. We look forward to helping make the dream of a new home come true for you and your family.”

American West takes great pride in all the unique features that set us apart from other homebuilders. At American West, we are committed to excellence. Part of that commitment is providing a warranty service provider to our homeowners that stand above all the others. Home Service Plus is the warranty service provider for our homeowners. There is not a better company to provide this service for our homeowners as every employee of Home Service Plus is familiar with all aspects of American West’s strict construction standards. They know every detail of our home designs. 

Home Service Plus is also much more than a warranty service provider. Established in 1997, they are a company that is committed to providing personalized services in helping home owners maintain and enhance their most important investment – their home. Their experience staff of licensed and insured craftsman can handle just about every project imaginable for your home. From everyday warranty service, to yearly home maintenance and cleaning, to custom painting, to patio covers and balconies, there is no project too big for Home Service Plus. 

At American West, we understand that purchasing a new home is one of the biggest investments you will make in your lifetime. It is extremely important to us to protect our buyers’ new home investment. Working together with Home Service Plus ensures that your investment is in good hands.

Interested in a distressed foreclosure property? It can look enticing, especially one with a below-market price. However, the true price of a foreclosure seldom ends with the sales price. When you compare a distressed property to a new home from American West, it’s easy to see why a new home just makes more sense. 

What makes buying a new home a better value?

            ● With a new American West home, you are protected by a warranty.

            ● New homes are more energy efficient. Every American West home has received not only the Energy Star®  certification but also the Energy Plus certification. This means huge savings on your energy costs.

            ● Your new home offers better technology, construction and the latest design trends. You don’t have to do any renovating or updating.

            ● You get to choose your dream home and not have to settle with someone else’s choices. Your new American West home can be customized with your hand-selected design choices. It is “As you want it” and not “As is”.

            ● You are the very first owner. Everything is pristine, sparkling and brand new. There are no out of pocket costs for repairs.

            ● Buying a new home built by American West is hassle-free without the mountains of paperwork associated with a distressed property. Our process is quick and simple.

            ● Opportunity to live in the community and location you desire. You are not limited to where you can find an acceptable foreclosed home.

            ● Financing provided by an American West Preferred Lender instead of having to figure out the financing on your own.

            ● Peace of mind. Your new home is built by a local, family owned builder who has been in business for over 25 years. 

Can you really imaging living in a foreclosed/distressed home? Don’t sell yourself short. Own the brand new home you have always dreamed of from a builder you can be proud of. American West, American’s best.

Call (702) 308-1111 for more information on any of American West’s new homes.

American West is quite proud of the fact that we are a local, family owned builder who has been building homes in the Las Vegas valley for 25 years and who plan to continue making the dream of a new home come true for our homeowners for many, many more years to come. Our homeowners insist that there is an “American West difference” that contributes to the enjoyment of their new home and neighborhood. It is unmistakable and definitely sets us apart. 

We have learned a lot about our homebuyers and our communities over the years and implement that knowledge into all of our neighborhoods. Like our homebuyers, we care about investment value and want our neighborhoods to mature beautifully. 

The American West difference starts with Larry Canarelli, president of American West. He is a builder who cares about Las Vegas and is deeply involved with every step of the building process. As Larry states, “I put my name on every home American West builds. I’m proud of that. Knowing from our homeowners that they’re pleased with their home brings the greatest delight to me as a home builder.” 

We combine unmatched value, the best locations, well-planned communities and the newest amenities to create the American West difference. These factors all support why we have won so many awards and why 43% of our homebuyers are repeat customers and referrals. We also include a lot of features in our homes that are considered upgrades elsewhere. We continually study custom homes and include these specific features in our homes. American West is the only homebuilder in Las Vegas that offers a 3-story home with an included elevator. 

The American West difference is further enhanced by buyer involvement with their homes. Buyers are given the luxury to plot their home, select their homesite, choose their home’s color scheme, pick their exterior design and choose their front yard landscaping. Our homebuyers are fully involved in the customization process inside and outside their homes because it creates great pride in the community. 

From innovative design and superior construction, to homeowner satisfaction, our homes offer exceptional quality and the best value per square foot of any home builder in Southern Nevada. We realize your new home will be a reflection of your family’s personality and values, so it’s with a sense of commitment, honor and pride that we build every American West home.

4,770 Square Foot 3-story with an Included Elevator