Santa Fe Real Estate News, info & Market Updates
October 2013 USA Today - Santa Fe's Canyon Road voted 2nd favorite iconic American street
March 2013 Market Update - 5 Best Markets to buy a Home - Santa Fe ranked #3
June 2012 Market Update - Projection of 7.6% annualized increase in prices through 2016
2012 American Lung Association - Santa Fe has cleanest air in America
America's Favorite Cities 2012 - Travel and Leisure ranks Santa Fe #1, #2 & #3
2012 Readers' Choice - Conde Nast Traveler ranks Santa Fe #4 in overall top 10 cities.
2012 Best Places to Retire - US and World News ranks Santa Fe #1 for recreation & culture
Ten Best Places to Live - Sperling's Best Places ranks Santa Fe #2 overall
WHY WORK WITH A BROKER?
Most buyers do not realize the great importance and value and not to mention the countless hours of your time that can be saved by utilizing an agent’s knowledge.
Most buyers know what they want in a property, but sometimes there are unknowns about a property or the surrounding area that might not be contained within the information given for that particular listing that might change your mind on making that purchase. To get down to the point of it all, there are so many variables when searching for a property it is always best to speak to an agent for assistance.
Here are some key points that might be over looked if you have not utilized an broker.
Homes
- What type of condition are the surrounding homes in.
- Are vacation rentals allowed in this location?
- There might be a perfect property listed higher in price just out of your price search but the seller is very motivated and might accept an offer that falls into your price range.
- Do the pictures do this property justice? Sometimes pictures can mirror imperfections and make a property that needs a remodel look very livable.
- What about accessibility, some properties are only accessible in the winter by using four wheel drive vehicles.
- There might be a property that is a perfect match and available but is not listed on the MLS or is temporarily off the market.
- Are there hiking trails nearby?
- Is this the best property for my needs?
- Water rights.......wells...etc...
Condos
- What are the Maintenance fees?
- Are the maintenance fees for the condo association about to increase a large percentage for any work needed?
- Are vacation rentals allowed in this location?
- Does this come furnished?
- Is this the best property for my needs?
