Besides all the technical jargon and legal terms, real estate involves more than a few concepts that are pretty confusing for most people. And this presents a problem for both buyers and sellers. If you don’t understand the concepts, you don’t really know what you’re getting into, and the chances of your getting less than … Continued
Both buyers and sellers need (or, at least, could benefit from) the services of a real estate agent. The process of buying/selling real estate can be more than a little intimidating, especially for first-timers. But using a bad agent can make matters even worse, and that’s something you want, no doubt, to avoid. So to … Continued
When you’re selling your house (or any other real estate), you don’t want just any old agent – you want a great real estate agent. But what characteristics, traits, and skills – exactly – make the difference between average, good, and great? If you have little real estate experience, it’s hard to know and easy … Continued
Buying or selling a house is a big financial step, and you want to get it right. The problem, though, is that even experienced buyers and sellers don’t always know all the tricks that make for success. But you don’t have to go through this months-long process only to have an outcome that doesn’t fully … Continued
A duplex is, as the name indicates, made up of two separate units, usually side by side, within the same structure. An apartment is typically a single residential unit within a larger building containing several or many similar units. Of course, we’re all aware of this difference, but it is that from which many other … Continued
Buying an investment property can be a smart move if done right. You stand to get a good return on your investment, as well as tax breaks and equity gains. But there’s also a good amount of risk involved – large upfront costs, ongoing expenses, and the possibility of a net loss. It requires some … Continued
With the current volatile state of the stock market, real estate investing can certainly look attractive. It’s also a better way to grow capital than simply investing and waiting for passive returns to come in. The two major options for real estate investors are single-family dwellings and multi-family properties. Those just getting started in this … Continued
There are real estate agents, and then there are commercial real estate agents – agents working in a narrower and more specialized niche. A good commercial real estate agent must be skilled, dedicated, experienced, and an expert in her arena. But who wants good when you can have great. Here, then, are the 5 signs … Continued
Your first home – your starter home, which you scrimped and saved to buy – will always hold a special place in your heart. As with most things in life, though, there comes a time when you should move on and sell your starter home. But how do you know if that time is now? … Continued
The coronavirus and COVID-19 have altered almost every aspect of our lives, from the business landscape to entertainment to schooling. And real estate and the housing market in Albuquerque have by no means come through unscathed. Real estate is still chugging along, of course, but there have been some changes – changes that both buyers … Continued
With our Smart Buyer rebate program… You get paid to buy your next home. It’s simple. As an incentive for you to use us as your buyer’s agent, we rebate part of our commission back to you at closing. Whether you’re looking for an existing home or building a new home with a builder like … Continued
Want a great way to almost guarantee you will be able to increase your property value in Albuquerque? Consider buying in a community with an HOA. There’s typically a good deal of confusion surrounding HOAs. While HOAs offer some definite benefits, there are some drawbacks to take note of – especially for those first-time buyers … Continued
