Join Tracy Venturi and Kori Bristow for episode 573 of Albuquerque Real Estate Talk. Tego is out today, so Tracy and Kori are breaking down neighborhood highlights, spring events, and local market trends.

Kori shares her insights on the Heritage East neighborhood, highlighting access to Quintessence Park, Trader Joe's, and local dining. They also discuss Kori's strategy for helping out-of-state buyers relocate, emphasizing the importance of matching clients with the right community vibe, from Placitas to Four Hills.

With patio season returning, Tracy and Kori highlight upcoming local events. They cover the 4th Annual Women's Festival at Rio Bravo Brewing on March 28th, the Bosque Wild Guided Hike on April 4th, and the Southwest Chocolate and Coffee Fest. They also shout out favorite outdoor spots like Ex Novo and El Pinto.

On the market front, well-priced and well-presented homes are still driving multiple offers. Kori details a recent property near Kirtland Air Force Base that received four offers, including cash and conventional options.

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If you've ever walked into a Southwest home and wondered what a viga was, or why the roof has "straw" in the walls, this episode is for you. Tego and Tracy Venturi present the "Homeowner Edition" of How to Speak New Mexican, explaining the unique architectural terms and construction methods that define Albuquerque real estate.

Beyond the lingo, we spend the second half of the show breaking down the entire Albuquerque Metro Area map. We discuss the lifestyle differences between Rio Rancho, Corrales, Placitas, and the Northeast Heights, helping you understand where you might want to call home.

Highlights include:

• Ceiling & Wall Anatomy: Vigas, latillas, nichos, and lentils.

• Flat Roof Secrets: Parapets, canals, and why they aren't actually flat.

• Area Breakdown: A tour of Valencia County, the East Mountains, the West Side, and everything in between.

• Luxury Markets: Why Corrales and North Albuquerque Acres remain some of the most desired zip codes.

Connect with us: Visit WelcomeHomeABQ.com for market data, to search the MLS, or to view the metro area map discussed in this episode. Call us at (505) 448-8888.

National headlines predicted a crash for Albuquerque real estate, but the data tells a different story. In Episode 571, Tego and Tracy Venturi dive into the gold standard FHFA data to reveal how home values actually performed in 2025 and what the 2026 outlook looks like for New Mexico homeowners.

We are also breaking down a major shift in borrowing: mortgage rates have quietly dipped below 6%, with FHA rates hitting as low as 5.65%. If you have been waiting for a sign to enter the market, this quiet drop in rates has significantly increased your buying power compared to this time last year.

In this episode, we cover:

- The Realtor.com Debunk: Why national experts missed the mark by 8 points on Albuquerque's appreciation. - Rate Watch: Mortgage News Daily shows a drop to 5.99%, and we discuss what this means for the spring warm-up. - New FinCEN Rules: A critical update for cash buyers and entities regarding new residential reporting requirements starting March 1st. - Building Custom: Insights on finding land in Albuquerque and the hidden costs of engineering and dirt work.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro: Albuquerque Real Estate Talk Episode 571

01:23 – Interest rates: Under 6% and FHA at 5.65%

04:48 – Home Prices: 2025 appreciation results from FHFA

05:40 – Debunking Realtor.com’s crash prediction

07:51 – Seasonal trends: Will interest rates rise this spring?

09:30 – 2026 Forecast: Top 100 markets and Albuquerques outlook

11:18 – New Construction: Finding land and hiring builders in New Mexico

13:00 – North Albuquerque Acres: Arroyos and flood zone implications

16:05 – Expert Land Advice: Why you need a builder to walk the lot

19:02 – FinCEN: New residential reporting requirements for 2026

20:49 – Tegos AI Compliance Tool: How to use abq.re/fincen

24:20 – Open Houses: New listings and touring homes this week

Contact the Venturi Group: Call: 505-448-8888 Visit: welcomehomeabq.com