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With July coming to an end and August just around the corner, now is the perfect time to enjoy all the fun summer events happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha! Below we have listed all the can't-miss activities including farmers markets, walking tours, music concerts, fitness classes, events at the Children's Museum and more!

What: Dinosaur Revolution

When: July 27th - September 2nd

Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
When: July 27th - September 9th
Where: One Arena Way Council Bluffs, IA

What: Moon to Mars at Omaha Children’s Museum 
When: July 27th - December 3rd
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Namaste India at Omaha Children’s Museum
When: July 27th - September 4th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Paradise on Earth: The Art of Marcel Mouly
When: July 27th - August 20th
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sunny & Chair Art Exhibit at Turner Park
When: July 27th - August 31st
Where: Turner Park | 3110 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Orchid at Millwork Commons
When: July 27th - August 31st
Where: 1111 North 13th Street Omaha, NE

What: Wednesday Workouts
When: July 27th - August 17th
Where: 31st Ave & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Kids FunFare at Regency
When: July 28th - August 25th
Where: Regency | 120 Regency Pkwy Omaha, NE

What: The Great Gnome Escape
When: July 27th - September 5th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Friday Night Concert Series
When: July 29th - August 26th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Late Nights at The Zoo
When: July 28th - August 18th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Live on the Lawn Summer Concert Series
When: July 29th - August 5th
Where: Zorinsky Lake Park | 156th and F Street Omaha, NE

What: Maha Festival
When: July 29th & 30th
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th and Center Streets Omaha, NE

What: Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka
Where: July 29th - 31st
Where: Scottish Rite Masonic Center | 202 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Aquarium Backstage Experience
When: July 30th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Millwork Moves: Yoga with Lynsi
When: July 30th
Where: 1229 Millwork Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: July 30th - October 15th
Where: Old Market | 51 S 11th Street Omaha, NE

What: Benson Days
When: July 30th & 31st
Where: Benson Community Center | 6008 Maple Street Omaha, NE

What: Village Pointe Farmers Market
When: July 30th - October 1st
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17305 Davenport Suite 203 Omaha, NE

What: Fitness in the Park
When: July 31st
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th & Center Street Omaha, NE

What: Florence Mill Farmers Market
When: July 31st - September 25th
Where: Florence Mill | 9102 N 30th Street Omaha, NE

What: Backstage Experience
When: July 31st
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Leashes at Lauritzen
When: August 1st - October 10th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Secret Omaha Walking Tour
When: August 7th
Where: 16th & Douglas Omaha, NE

What: Amy Miller Headlines Tiny House
When: July 31st
Where: Tiny House Bar | 1411 S 13th Street Omaha, NE

What: Machine Gun Kelly - MAINSTREAM SELLOUT TOUR
When: August 4th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Jason Aldean at The CHI Health Center
When: August 5th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Air Supply
When: August 5th
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: New American Arts Festival 2022
When: August 5th
Where: 2729 N 62nd Street Omaha, NE

What: Root Beer Float Day
When: August 6th
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

If you are looking to sell your Omaha, NE house, be sure to contact our team for more information. Our dedicated, knowledgeable agents are here to provide you with the expert services you need.

Buying a home in today’s crazy real estate market is no small feat. If you recently closed on a house, first off congratulations! But don’t get too complacent just yet. There are a handful of things you should do immediately upon moving in. We have broken those actions down below - let’s dive in: 

1. One of the first things you want to do after moving into your new home is to change the locks. There is no way for you to know how many people currently hold a key to your new abode so it’s best to be safe and change all the locks on the doors. Also, it’s always a good idea to make and hide a spare key somewhere outside in the event you lock yourself out.

2. Another task is to check the batteries in the smoke detectors to ensure they are working. As a lot of smoke detectors only last for about ten years or so, it’s also a good idea to check how old they are and if there is a warranty. Additionally, check if the smoke detector had a carbon monoxide detector built in. If not, that should be your next purchase! 

3. Connecting the utilities is another important step to take (ideally) before moving into your new Omaha, NE home. Utilities such as water, electricity, and gas are essential to have working as you get settled in. You can check with your local providers to get an idea of what the process looks like, how far in advance you need to schedule the turn-on, and the type of residence verification you will need to provide. 

4. Once you are a bit more settled in, you will want to go over the inspection report to review what repairs were noted and need to be completed. While major repairs were most likely negotiated during the contract phase, other minor ones will likely be your responsibility. List them in order of importance and make time to tackle each one. 

5. Your new home will require regular maintenance and cleaning so creating a schedule of what needs to be completed each month will help keep you organized and on track. These tasks include cleaning the gutters, completing pest inspections, emptying the hot water heater, winterizing your home, cleaning air filters, and more. Regularly maintaining your home is the key to maintaining its value for the future. 

6. Lastly, get to know your neighbors! There is nothing better than having a great relationship with the people living around you and now is the perfect time to introduce yourself, your family, and any furry four-legged family members you have. 

Happy memory-making in your new home!! Enjoy.

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We are halfway through July and the summer fun isn’t stopping anytime soon! Below we have listed all the can’t-miss events and adventures happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE over the next two weeks. You will find everything from events at the Children’s Museum and theater plays, to farmers markets, music concerts, pop up shops, happy hour cruises, zoo events and more!

What: Dinosaur Revolution
When: July 13th - September 2nd
Where: Durham Museum | 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Moon to Mars at Omaha Children’s Museum 
When: July 13th - December 2nd
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Namaste India at Omaha Children’s Museum 
When: July 13th - September 4th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Paradise on Earth: The Art of Marcel Mouly
When: July 13th - August 20th
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
When: July 13th - August 14th
Where: One Arena Way Council Bluffs, IA

What: Shakespeare On The Green: The Tempest
When: July 13th - 16th
Where: Nebraska Shakespeare | Elmwood Park 60th & Dodge Streets

What: Orchid at Millwork Commons
When: July 13th - August 31st
Where: 1111 North 13th Street Omaha, NE

What: The Great Gnome Escape
When: July 13th - September 5th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Wednesday Workouts
When: July 13th - August 17th
Where: 31st Ave & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Sunny & Chair Art Exhibit at Turner Park
When: July 13th - August 31st
Where: Turner Park | 3110 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Late Nights at The Zoo
When: July 14th - August 18th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Friday Night Concert Series
When: July 15th - August 26th
Where: Rockbrook Village Shopping Center | 2800 S 110th Ct. Omaha, NE

What: Kids FunFare at Regency
When: July 13th - August 25th
Where: Regency | 120 Regency Pkwy Omaha, NE

What: Full Moon Hike
When: July 15th - December 9th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Live on the Lawn Summer Concert Series
When: July 13th - August 5th
Where: Zorinsky Lake Park | 156th and F Street Omaha, NE

What: River City Star Happy Hour Cruise
When: July 13th - September 9th
Where: River City Star Riverboat | 151 Freedom Park Road Omaha, NE

What: Aquarium Backstage Experience
When: July 16th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Shakespeare On The Green: Othello
When: July 13th - 17th
Where: Nebraska Shakespeare | Elmwood Park 60th & Dodge Streets

What: The ARENA at The Backline
When: July 15th
Where: The Backline Comedy Theater | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Farmers Market: Old Market
When: July 16th
Where: Old Market | 511 S 11th Street Omaha, NE

What: Music at Miller Park
When: July 16th - August 20th
Where: Miller Park Pavilion | 2707 Redick Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Millwork Moves: Yoga with Lynsi
When: July 13th - July 30th
Where: 1229 Millwork Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Fitness in the Park
When: July 13th - October 30th
Where: Aksarben Village | 67th and Center Street Omaha, NE

What: Village Pointe Farmers Market
When: July 16th
Where: Village Pointe Shopping Center | 17305 Davenport Suite 203 Omaha, NE

What: Giraffe Backstage Experience
When: July 17th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Yoga in the Park
When: July 17th
Where: Turner Park | 31st Ave & Farnam Omaha, NE

What: Jazz on the Green: Rhythm Collective
When: July 14th
Where: Midtown Crossing | 3110 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Union Omaha: 402 Night
When: July 16th
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Self Care Sundays Pop Up Shop
When: July 17th
Where: The Mastercraft Living Room | 1111 N 13th Street Arrow Door 2 

What: City of Omaha Celebrates America Concert with Sheryl Crow
When: July 22nd
Where: Memorial Park | 6005 Underwood Avenue Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Storm Chasers Marvel Night
When: July 22nd
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

Choosing the best home and neighborhood for your needs is of utmost importance to our team.  Please contact us with any questions you may have and check back to view our blog weekly for great home buying and selling tips!

When it comes to buying a home, there are certain precautions you can take that will help protect you financially. One of them is getting an appraisal contingency, which essentially means that if the home does not appraise for what you agreed to pay you are allowed to take your deposit and walk away from the deal. How does an appraisal contingency work? We’re glad you asked..

Once you find a home you would like to purchase, your lender will request a home appraisal to ensure the property isn’t selling for more than it’s really worth. During the appraisal a licensed professional will asses the home, as well as the surrounding area, and give their opinion on how much the property is worth. If the amount that comes back is lower than what you offered you can request for the seller to come down on the sale price, make up the difference in the offer price and appraisal amount, or back out of the sale entirely. 

While it’s not a requirement to have an appraisal contingency, things can become extremely difficult for you as a buyer if the appraisal comes back low and you waived the clause. Having an appraisal contingency not only gives you and your lender protection from overpaying, it also gives you negotiating power and allows you to walk away if you and the seller can’t come to terms.