School will be over for the summer, weather will be good (except for a little wind) and you may be planning a BBQ or trip out of town to the lake but I wanted you to know I will be available all weekend to show homes. If you have some time between planning that BBQ I would be happy to show you homes.

Thanks to the troops and we honor you on this Memorial Day!

I still have available time this weekend so give me a call (505) 350-8184.

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Definitely the buying season is upon us BUT it is also the Selling season. With a low inventory there is a lack of good homes for the many qualified buyers searching RIGHT NOW. We have had multple offer situations where there were 6 offers...6 OFFERS! 

If you are thinking of selling and want to get the best exposure through our powerful internet, direct and buyer lead marketing then consider interviewing our Team for the job.  We can safely navigate the selling process, protect you and get you the most money possible in the shortest amount of time.

Call us today (505) 350-8184

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We are local Realtors that have successfully closed hundreds of home purchases and we see financing from all different lenders local, online and out of state. We have great success with local lenders because they own and operate offices in Albuquerque that we can call or visit the same loan officer if we have a problem.

With online or out of state retail lenders is when we have the greatest probability of issues arising and closing ontime. We don't really know why this happens but consider there is not much accountability with no local person to go to or calling in to their call center and talking to a different loan officer/processor each time MAY have something to do with it.  This includes Bank of America, Wells Fargo, USAA, Quicken Loans and many…

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Some basic information that may help you in your quest for more information on a home listing.

If you notice the information located in the 'Additional Information' section of a MLS Listing Display. This information will be available for all listings and is typically located at the bottom right hand side of the display.

 

 

 

The 'Additional Information' will also let you know if the home is a Short Sale or Bank Owned Home.  This can be useful if you are or are not interested in short sale's or foreclosures.  If it does not specifically have RE/Bank Owned or Short Sale then it is just a regular sale.

 

 

So here are some quick definitions for financing:

  • Conventional - This is a common type of financing with a…

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Beginning April 1st, 2012 FHA will be raising their upfront Mortgage Insurance. You may be asking yourself 'how does this effect me'?

Here is a scenario:

Your current loan approval amount $150,000 FHA

Old Monthly MI = 1.15% = $143.75 Monthly MI

New Monthly MI = $1.25% = $156.25 Monthly MI

Old Upfront MI = 1% or $1500 based on above loan amount (added to loan amount)

New Upfront MI = 1.75% or $2625 based on above loan amount (added to loan amount)

This means that you would qualify for about $5,000 less on your mortgage with the new increase beginning April. Your loan amount would decrease to $145,000.

This reduction may be signficant to a buyer trying to max out their purchase, which happens all the time, by the way. If you feel you this…

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We Can Sell Your Too!If you are looking to get your home SOLD please give me a call!  We have a large database of qualified buyers and know how to advise you in selling your home and how to make the BEST First Impression!

Call the NMWelcomeHome Team Carlos Martinez (505) 350-8184!

This is what we have been up to over the last few weeks!

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The APS Stadium is going to be built. Here is some general information on the project and location in relation to neighborhoods. I am skeptical of the traffic but also feel that the location will suit this stadium well because of its location to the freeway. I think this will minimize traffic by the current neighborhoods and be a great ammenity to the entire Northwest side of Albuquerque.

More Information at APS FAQ

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Pulte has opened their newest subdivision, The Boulders in Northwest Albuquerque, NM.  They plan three-phases with a total of 360 homes and 2 planned parks. 

They will have 2 series. The Summit Series which will be built on 70 feet lots and the Pinnacle Series built on 60 feet lots.  Prices will range from $179,990 - $249,990 and 1,550 - 2,734 square feet. They will be building at the NM Build Green Silver Level.

"SAVE AN ADDITONAL 1% OFF THE RED HOT DEALS PRICE" when you tell them we sent you! Take advantage of our ONGOING 1% CASH BACK REBATE. Receive 1/3 of Realtor Commission Received***. So popular we decided to extend. Valuable buyer cash rebates can save you thousands on your new home purchase. Click here for all the details.

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We would love to see you at The ABQ Home Expo. Vist booth 307 for a FREE Instant Market Analysis, Foreclosure Listings and learn how to enter for a chance to WIN a day at the Spa!

Show is February Saturday 18th 10am-6pm and Sunday 19th 10am-5pm.

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