Tax time is upon us again already, but luckily, the Internal Revenue Service provides some perks to homeowners to compensate for expenses they may have incurred throughout the year with homeowner related tax deductions. Consult your tax advisor to find out which deductions apply to you, but here are some common deductions that may be […]
Avoiding Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes
Buying a home can be a very exciting experience, but it can also be a confusing and complicated process, especially for a first-time home buyer. New home buyers are confused, anxious and concerned when it comes to finding a real estate agent, choosing the house, and getting financing. Don’t let yourself be overwhelmed, here are […]
2007 Top 100 Internet Marketer
I’m proud to announce that my website https://www.realestateinabq.com has just been ranked #5 on the 2007 Top 100 Internet Marketers for real estate agents nationwide. eSourceAgent.com, an online marketing company with a real estate focus, did extensive research and ranked agents websites based on web visibility in the Albuquerque area. I am excited that I […]
Visually Create More Space

In today’s market competition is tough and you have to make your home as marketable as possible. Potential buyers are more interested in homes that are spacious with open floor plans. But even if your home is smaller or you have a choppy floor plan, you can visually create a larger room, giving the illusion […]
Certified ACRE® Consultant
I have received my ACRE® certification. What does this mean to the consumer? Real estate professionals who have earned the ACRE™ designation have completed a course of study and taken an exam that tests their ability to provide unbiased counsel to the consumer in matters that deal with real estate. ACRE™ members consult WITH their […]
Preventing Identity Theft
Identity Theft is a crime in which the thief obtains key pieces of personal identifying information such as Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers and uses them to commit fraud or other crimes. This personal information is usually obtained from lost or stolen wallets, pilfered mail, a data breach, computer virus, phishing, a scam, […]
HABITAT – WOMEN’S BUILD PROJECT WITH LOWE’S
A group of women volunteers will break ground on a new HABITAT FOR HUMANITY house Jan. 12 as part of Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build project. The project is being underwritten by Lowe’s Companies Inc. which is providing a $25,000 grant to co-sponsor the home. Lowe’s also will provide free clinics on home […]
Practical Tips To Secure Your Home

According to crime reports compiled by the Federal Bureau of Investigation one out of every six homes will be burglarized this year. By making it more difficult for intruders to get into your residence, you can greatly reduce your chances of being robbed. The more a burglar has to work to get into your home, […]
Bad Credit? You Can Still Buy A Home!
Do you want to buy a home but feel you cannot because you have bad credit? The reality is you are not alone and most people are embrassed and discouraged because of their poor credit history. The average American now carries about $8,000 in credit card debt and bankruptcy rates have soared over the past […]
Albuquerque Real Estate Market Stats
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