We're coming to Vegas in October and are wondering what the check-cashing policy is in Las Vegas. I do not want to carry a lot of cash and travelers checks can be a pain. I would like to go into a casino and cash a check for $500 and then if I need more, can I cash another check in a different casino on the same day? Here in Illinois, the casinos all seemed to be linked to a service and you can only cash checks for up to $499.

My wife and I live in Wisconsin but own two investment properties in Vegas. Our plan is to move into one of the homes in the next couple of years. Last year, property values went up 30%-35%. Are you seeing or hearing signs that this value growth will continue, or is a slowdown on the horizon? Also, is the building boom finding an end or does it just keep spreading further from the Strip?

What is the maximum gambling loss I can claim if I win a super-large jackpot?