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The Latest Unemployment Rate Fell to 8.4%
Last Friday, the Bureau for Labor Statistics released their Employment Report for August 2020. The big surprise was that the unemployment rate fell to 8.4%, a full percent lower than what many...
Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This?
The year 2020 will certainly be one to remember, with new realities and norms that changed the way we live. This year’s real estate market is certainly no exception to that shift, with historic...
Thank You, Essential Workers
To all essential workers on this Labor Day, thank you.
ABQ Real Estate Talk #333 Sep 5, 2020
Is it a good time to sell? Homes of the week Demand stays strong. Home Prices vs Affordability. Is waiting for the "Deals" a good strategy? Renter Regrets. High-End Market is on fire! The...
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The 2020 Homebuyer Wish List [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights The word “home” is taking on a whole new meaning this year, and buyers are starting to look for new features as they re-think their needs and what’s truly possible. From more outdoor...
Homebuyer Demand Is Far Above Last Year’s Pace
Homebuying has been on the rise over the past few months, with record-breaking sales powering through the market in June and July. Buyers are actively purchasing homes, and the momentum is...
How Will the Presidential Election Impact Real Estate?
The year 2020 will be remembered as one of the most challenging times of our lives. A worldwide pandemic, a recession causing historic unemployment, and a level of social unrest perhaps never seen...
It’s Not Just About the Price of the Home
When most of us begin searching for a home, we naturally start by looking at the price. It’s important, however, to closely consider what else impacts the purchase. It’s not just the price of the...
Three Ways to Win in a Bidding War
With so few houses for sale today and low mortgage rates driving buyer activity, bidding wars are becoming more common. Multiple-offer scenarios are heating up, so it’s important to get pre-approved...
ABQ Real Estate Talk #332 Aug 29, 2020
Featured Homes of the Week Buying New vs Existing? Pros/Cons Buyer demand stays strong. In the news... New Construction Sales booming http://eyeonhousing.org/2020/08/new-home-sales-surge-in-july/...
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The Cost of Renting Vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights The percentage of income needed to afford a median-priced home today is declining, while that for renting is on the rise. This is making buying a home an increasingly attractive...
Why Is It so Important to Be Pre-Approved in the Homebuying Process?
You may have heard that pre-approval is a great first step in the homebuying process. But why is it so important? When looking for a home, the temptation to fall in love with a house that’s outside...