From Real Estate Insider Magazine As you prepare a home for a showing, remember that you are staging a scene where potential buyers should immediately be drawn in and feel at home. This requires striking the right balance between showing a home that looks cozy and welcoming to the buyer versus one that looks like it can only belong … Continue reading →
Homes For Sale in Tessera – Aldea’s Neighbor Announcing Aldea’s neighbor, Tessera Tessera is the newest Homewise Homes community. Located in the hills of northwest Santa Fe and an adjacent neighbor to Aldea, Tessera features stunning mountain views, generous dedicated open space and an extensive trail system. Built to exacting standards and quality, the to-be-built homes at Tessera are ideal … Continue reading →
Parade of Homes showcases unique dwellings in a revitalized market Haciendas Parade of Homes Dates: August 15-17 & 22-24 Tickets can be purchased at homes on the tour or click on the link below to buy tickets through the Lensic: http://tickets.ticketssantafe.org/ By Bruce KrasnowThe New Mexican The swagger is back for Santa Fe home builders. With the opening of the … Continue reading →
Home Staging: Why Every Home For Sale Needs To Be Staged Home staging will help your home sell quicker and for a higher price. Creating a neutral setting so that Buyers can see themselves in the home is essential. When you are thinking about selling your home, pricing the home based on the current market sales can help the home … Continue reading →
Why the Second Half of 2014 Will Be Better Than the First Here is an interesting prediction that the housing trend while sluggish is moving upward….~Dianne Daily Real Estate News | Monday, July 21, 2014 The housing market has been sluggish in many markets over the past six months, after last year’s double-digit appreciation. But researchers at the real estate … Continue reading →
Common Appraisal Myths in the Home Buying Process Originally Posted by: Kaplan Appraisal Education Appraisals play one of the most important roles in the home buying process and understanding its function is crucial in today’s real estate market. Appraisals are needed for any real estate transaction that involves a loan of $250,000 or more from a federal institution. Despite their … Continue reading →
Q2 Market Report for Santa Fe County Stats are in for the Q2 Market Report for Santa Fe County. Here is what the home buying/selling market looks like: Original Asking Price vs. Selling Price Original Asking Price vs. Selling Price Housing Inventory Average and Median Sales Price Average Selling Price per Square Foot … Continue reading →
New Home Just on the Market: 142 Avenida Frijoles I just toured a new home just on the market : 142 Avenida Frijoles that I really like and am actively seeking a buyer. Here are some of the stats: New Construction to be completed this month! Tasteful contemporary free standing home in the convenient and desirable Aldea subdivision. Built by … Continue reading →
Listing Broker MUST be Present for All Showings? Every broker has seen this “warning” in a MLS listing. It may be the “demand” of a Seller….or it can be what the listing broker has touted to a Seller as a “featured service” . The successful sale of a home is directly correlated to PRICING, MARKETING, and ACCESSIBILITY. Many sellers require … Continue reading →
Home Sales Inventory of Homes Are Down From Last Year Just sharing a recent article in the New Mexican: Posted: Monday, June 23, 2014 7:00 pm | Updated: 10:29 pm, Mon Jun 23, 2014. Bruce Krasnow “Barker Realty’s Santa Fe Real Estate Market News for May indicates that both closed residential home sales and the inventory of homes for sale … Continue reading →
Property Flaws That Turn Off Buyers As a listing agent, my job is not to try to make my listings be all things to all people—but I do want it to appeal to enough buyers that I get at least one great offer in a reasonable amount of time for my seller. I also do not want my listings to … Continue reading →
Aldea 2013 Sold Homes & Lots Days on the Market Days on the Market for Homes in Aldea When you look at the averages of days on the market in Aldea, we can see that some houses sell quickly, and the average home sale takes approximately 6 months to sell. Aldea Residential Listings Sold 26 Homes Days on the Market: … Continue reading →
New Aldea Home Just Listed! One of my favorite past listings from last summer has come back on the market for a greatly reduced price. 17 Avenida Aldea, Listing Price: $439,5603 bedrooms, 3 Baths (2 0 1) Single level, Single family home. Radiant heat, some views from living and back porch arroyo views. Total Sq Ft: 2,971 Price/TotSF: $147.95 Photos: … Continue reading →
Multiple Offers Multiple offers are typically generated on a property that is perceived either as an “exceptional value” or a great “opportunity to create value in the near future“. Multiple offers are a sign of a strong buyer demand that outpaced available inventory. In either case, preparation and choosing the right go-to-market strategy are key. The seller must present the home … Continue reading →
Housing Market Update in New Mexico August 2013 Good news is always good to hear these days and here is some good news! Aldea now has 10 sold homes as of today, 5 pending home sales, 2 Lots sold, 1 Lot pending. There have been over 16 houses that have just recently had a price reduction. If you want the … Continue reading →
August 2013 News – Last month of Summer Summer is swiftly racing by. It seems like time is speeding up. Our afternoon storms are rolling in with the clash of thunder & the flash of lightning. So time being short, I will get to the point. Price Reduction We have some great Homes available here in Aldea with prices from … Continue reading →
Aldea Lots For Sale – Design & Build Your Dream There is nothing as rewarding as designing & building a custom home. Dreaming, planning, & researching are the main steps for a soon to be new custom homeowner. I know, as I have been involved with the design and build process over the years and it has been some of … Continue reading →
Price Reduced: 5 Calle Amistosa – I have to share an amazing property in Aldea, 5 Calle Amistosa. What I love about this house is ….. This house is well situated on the land, has amazing views from inside the home, well built, in excellent condition, upgraded amenities throughout, great open floor plan, outdoor living areas, completely landscaped and ready … Continue reading →
Wonderful Custom Single Family Home in Aldea for $400K with authentic Santa Fe style, views and privacy! – Over the last several years, I have had numerous conversations with home buyers looking for the perfect single-family Santa Fe vacation home or primary residence for around $400,000. They want to live an upscale Santa Fe Lifestyle, in a safe neighborhood like … Continue reading →
Some of my Current Favorite Homes for Sale – I have to admit I have some favorite homes that I love showing here in Aldea. There are a few gems that really stand out from all the rest. What makes these home more interesting is the design, layout, finishes & their site orientation. After viewing many of the homes everywhere, … Continue reading →
My Value Proposition for Buyers & Sellers – Well it is the unofficial start of the summer season, Memorial Day Weekend. Sunshine, afternoon & early evening thunder & lightning illuminating the clouds, cool breeze and barbecues! My summer hours have adjusted to the season: Saturday & Sunday – Noon to 4pm & by appointment Monday, Thursday & Friday – 11am … Continue reading →
