The North Valley: Rural Charm in the City

If you want to feel like you’ve stepped back in time—without ever leaving Albuquerque city limits—the North Valley delivers. When I talk to clients about this area, I always emphasize that it’s more than a neighborhood. It’s an atmosphere. With its winding acequias, towering cottonwoods, and seasona

Best Places for Green Chile Cheeseburgers in ABQ

  You can’t live in Albuquerque without having a strong opinion on where to find the best green chile cheeseburger—it’s practically a requirement for residency. As a REALTOR® who spends most days driving between Albuquerque homes, I’ve had plenty of opportunities to “research” the local burger scene

Preparing Your Garden for an ABQ Spring Sale

It may still feel like winter, but in the Albuquerque real estate market, spring arrives earlier than most people expect. If you’re planning to list your home in March or April, the work starts now—right in your backyard. In our high-desert climate, curb appeal looks different than it does back east

The “Affordability” Reset: Mortgage Tips for 2026

  If you looked at the Albuquerque real estate market a year ago and felt sticker shock, you weren’t alone. Between rising mortgage rates and record-high prices, homeownership seemed out of reach for many. But as we enter late January 2026, a new trend is emerging—what I call the “Affordability Rese