Once your property is listed on the Multiple Listing Service or the MLS and the sign has been affixed in your front lawn, you may be thinking about what comes next. Most people think there is nothing left but to wait for the offers to come in, but that’s not usually the case. You’ll have to put in a little … Read More

The stress of an inspector finding something wrong in your home is something that worries every seller but it doesn’t have to. If you keep in mind what the inspector is examining your house for, you can make the process of inspecting your home much easier for everyone. Sellers usually think all they’ll have to do for their inspection is … Read More

With the Albuquerque Real Estate market rising with the local economy, the worry of increasing mortgage interest rates promoting the market and the inventory of homes staying as low as they’ve been and the demand for homes still being high creates an amazing opportunity for anyone looking to put their home on the market. If you’re thinking of selling your … Read More

It may be thought that a buyer picks a home by how well the value of the additions or how well it’s been staged, this isn’t the case. These things do go a long way towards drawing a buyer to your home, they aren’t the main influences. The main factors that get buyers interested in a home are price, location … Read More

Mortgage rates are hovering, still, at historically low rates. This is great news for buyers and if you’re in the buyer category, it’s great news for you. Before get your keys, there are a few steps you’ll to go through. Here we offer some expert tips on getting to the closing table. Start with a list – There should be … Read More

With the current real estate market being as competitive as it is due to the lower mortgage rates and rekindled interest in the market, most buyers find it irritating to spend weeks and weeks looking for the perfect home for them only to discover the house has six different offers. It’s an infuriating and time consuming process that can drive … Read More

The arrival of summer here in Albuquerque brings an increase of buyer interest in homes. Buyers who wish to purchase a home at this point might find it difficult to buy a home in this seller’s market, but having a good buyer’s broker can make an enormous difference towards getting the home you want. A good broker can also help … Read More

With home inventory as low as it is at the moment some buyers panic and buy a home before they’ve checked out all if the details, which means they might end up with a home that doesn’t work for them. If you’re looking for a home make sure you take your time. You may miss out on a few homes … Read More

When placing your home on the market there are a few things that you can do to improve the appearance of your home in order to draw in buyers. Your labors could be well rewarded with less market time and more money when you sell. Here are the three biggest projects you can undertake to bring in buyers. Curb Appeal … Read More

Lots of buyers find that their mortgage is the biggest expense they’ll have monthly, but most buyers do very little to no preparation and shopping around to find the best possible deal. A buyer could end up paying more money for their loans than is actually needed. Here are five huge mistakes that are made when getting a mortgage. Don’t … Read More

If you’re planning on placing your home on the market, or already have your home listed, curb appeal is something that’s going to be extremely important, especially with the arrival of spring. The outside of your home is first impression a buyer will get of your home, so you have to ensure it’s a good one. If you’re planning on … Read More

More and more recently people are eager to see the flipped or fixer upper properties. These homes have been glorified by the HGTV channel and articles depicting owners purchasing rundown homes in disrepair and repairing and reconditioning them to sell for thousands more. The hosts make it seem easy, but in actuality it can be a very difficult experience, especially … Read More

Homeownership is a dream that many people have, but it can seem like a daunting commitment with little to nothing in return. Some even choose to rent a home over owning a home, but there are actually a lot of great monetary rewards that come with owning your own home. There are some great itemized tax deductions available for homeowners that … Read More

Real estate agents are frequently asked if it is better to a home remodel or to just sell it. Generally speaking, remodeling projects that improve or build off of what is already there is much more expensive than having something brand new built or something being added. You might end up with more money and time invested into a remodeling … Read More

Having great curb appeal can go miles toward your home getting noticed quickly and getting the most money out of the deal as possible. Agents will often cite outdoor remodeling projects as some of the most valuable projects toward the selling of a home, but most homeowners don’t know which projects will get them the most return for their money. … Read More

When putting your house on the market, it is important to price it correctly. Pricing a home too high to start can be a waste of both money and time for you, the seller. A seller will get some showings, but any offers that you get won’t be anywhere near your asking price, or won’t even come in. If a … Read More

Mortgage interest rates being as low as they have been have encouraged many into buying their first home. If you or someone you know is planning on getting a home, here are a few tips that can help the process. What Can You Afford? One of the most difficult parts of buying a home is figuring out what you can … Read More

Planning on moving to a new home but have to sell the one you’re currently in first? There’s quite a bit of preparation involved and it can be useful to employ the help of a skilled Realtor to assist you in the process. Certainly you can go about this yourself, but a New Mexico Real Estate agent can share with … Read More

As the winter weather begins to get more harsh, it is important to take the necessary steps to prepare your grounds to avoid any possible chaos! No one wants to be outside in the cold taking care of the things they wish they’d done when it was warmer! Protect the outside of your home and keep the inside warm and … Read More

Purchasing your first home is an exciting, monumental step in the story of your life. Finally, the freedom to personalize your dwelling is available to you, and deciding how to truly make it your own can be a little overwhelming at the start. It’s likely you may feel you want to hit the ground running: repainting, refurnishing, renovating. The house … Read More

We want to say congratulations to Sandi Pressley for once again making the Wall Street Journal as one of Coldwell Banker’s top teams internationally! Way to go, and way to represent! Joe Gilmore and Mike Carter