Preparing Your Albuquerque Home for Fall Listing

“The Sandi Pressley Team’s October Action Plan” to get ready for selling your Albuquerque home. Albuquerque’s perfect weather makes October magical and a great time for selling houses. The cottonwoods are turning gold along the Rio Grande, and the Sandias are displaying those famous pink sunset hues that remind everyone why we love living here. If you’re thinking about listing your … Read More

Home Design Trends ABQ Buyers Want Most!

If you’ve been house hunting in Albuquerque lately, you’ve probably noticed something: today’s buyers know exactly what they want. And we’re not just talking about the number of bedrooms or a two-car garage anymore. As we wrap up 2025 and look ahead to 2026, the Albuquerque housing market is buzzing with exciting design trends that blend our beloved Southwestern heritage with fresh, … Read More

Why Outdoor Living Spaces are the Secret to Your Selling Success in Albuquerque!

There’s something magical about stepping onto a well-designed patio in Albuquerque as the sun begins to set behind the Sandia Mountains, painting the sky in those incredible shades of pink and gold that only New Mexico can deliver. As longtime residents of this beautiful city, we at the Sandi Pressley Team have watched countless homeowners discover that their outdoor spaces … Read More

ABQ Home Buyers LOVE the Southwest Architectural Features!

At the Sandi Pressley Team, we’ve spent decades helping Albuquerque homeowners showcase these distinctive architectural elements to maximize their property values. Time and again, we’ve seen how authentic Southwestern features can transform a simple listing into a must-have property that generates multiple offers. Embrace the timeless appeal of Adobe. Traditional adobe construction—created from sun-dried clay bricks—has sheltered New Mexicans for centuries. Still, … Read More

The MacGyver Peanut Butter Guide

Happy National Peanut Butter Day! As you spread that creamy awesomeness on your toast this morning, you probably never thought about all the other uses for this beloved pantry staple. I know that when Marcellus Gilmore Edson of Montreal patented peanut paste in 1884, he could have never imagined how many uses people would discover for peanut butter. His version … Read More

Save Money on Your Albuquerque Home Decor with These “Fake” Ideas

“Fake it till you make it” is what they say in the military. But that saying can also be true of home decor. Today, faux is the way to go when it comes to making your Albuquerque home look like a million bucks. You can create a great-looking space, even if it wasn’t built this way, and without spending a lot of … Read More