Destination Albuquerque

Food for Life – Community Gardens #BAD11

Eloise Gift — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 23:07:00 GMT

In celebration of World Food Dan and Blog Action Day I am making the observation that for several years, I have known fewer people than I can count on one hand who, year after year, cultivated backyard vegetable gardens. Suddenly, this year, everywhere...(read more)

Rio Rancho - City of Vision and Homes

Eloise Gift — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:21:00 GMT

If there is one city in New Mexico where growth is obvious, it is Rio Rancho. A multiplex cinema opened up at Unser near Southern a few months ago, sparking the opening of at least three eateries nearby around the corner from the Starbucks.Further down...(read more)

What do Americans Want?

Eloise Gift — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 19:29:00 GMT

The majority of Americans looking to buy a home want good schools and good neighborhoods that are walkable . Those are the findings of a recent survey by the National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR). According to the survey, Americans value schools...(read more)

Where is the Market Headed?

Eloise Gift — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 03:45:00 GMT

Greater Albuquerque Metropolitan Area February 2011 indicators give reason to be optimistic about the residential real estate market recovery. Median sales price, average sales price, closed sales and dollar volume of closed sales were all higher than...(read more)

Preparing Your House for Sale

Eloise Gift — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 18:41:00 GMT

Inventories of homes for sale are high all across the country as competition continues from distressed properties. Fewer than usual qualified buyers are looking for homes. If you are thinking of selling, follow some time-honored advice, good for all seasons...(read more)

Greater Albuquerque, New Mexico January 2011 Market Update

Eloise Gift — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:28:00 GMT

Across the state of New Mexico , home sales were up almost 3 percent from January 2010 and 14 percent from January 2009. Taos County led the rally, reporting almost twice as many sales as in January 2010. Santa Fe and Bernalillo Counties also reported...(read more)

'Tis the Season to be Jolly

Eloise Gift — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 23:24:00 GMT

'Tis the season to be jolly, the holiday season when we coulld easily spend every evening of the next 30 days at a holiday party or other festive event. This year, despite continuing economic hardship for many, I have noted dogged determination not...(read more)

Don't Underestimate Curb Appeal

Eloise Gift — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 06:45:00 GMT

When you put your house on the market one thing you want to do is lure would-be buyers to enter your home to see the floorplan, the marvelous updates and the loving care you have taken over the years. Your home has lovely features and amenities but if...(read more)

HouseLogic Valuable Realtor Resource

Eloise Gift — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 04:33:00 GMT

Would you like to learn more about home care, maintenance, protection and management? Through membership in the National Association of Realtors, I am able to provide my customers and clients with a valuable information resource to take care of one of...(read more)

2010 Parade of Homes

Eloise Gift — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:17:00 GMT

Every year, the Homebuilders Association of New Mexico hosts the Parade of Homes that showcases the best of the best homes built in the area. The 2010 Parade has fewer homes than in recent years but is every bit as interesting as it has always been. Homes...(read more)

Parade of Homes

Eloise Gift — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:11:00 GMT

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Annual Homebuilders Association of Central New Mexico Event spread over three weekends

When/Where: Greater Albuquerque Area/ October 8-10, 15-17, 22-24

The Short Sale Inventory

Eloise Gift — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:25:00 GMT

In the current real estate market, every community in the nation has its share of short sale and bank-owned inventory, and the greater Albuquerque, New Mexico market is no exception. The difference in the size of each market's inventory lies in the...(read more)

How Many Homes Did We Sell in Albuquerque, NM in May 2010?

Eloise Gift — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:24:00 GMT

If the greater Albuquerque area was not a destination for many out-of-towners in May, we must conclude that many locals bought new homes for the first time, downsized, or upgraded. In all, 731 detached single family homes sold, compared to 678 in April....(read more)

Juneteenth

Eloise Gift — Wed, 26 May 2010 03:15:00 GMT

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Rio Rancho Northwest NAACP sponsors Junteenth celebration, June 19 at 11:00 AM., All are invited

When/Where: Roskos Field, Haynes Park, June 19, 11:00 AM.

Homes In Ladera Heights NW, Albuquerque NM

Eloise Gift — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:25:00 GMT

Sundance subdivision is just one of many small neighborhoods that make up the Ladera Heights Community, an interesting blend of old and new subdivisions west of Coors stretching across Unser onto the Mesa from Taylor Ranch south, past Interstate 40. That's...(read more)