The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico-Desert Academy
I’ll be playing guitar for this wonderful event. As you probably know, my son, Nick, is a Junior at Desert Academy.
Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico-Heidi Loewen Porcelain Gallery
| Come Play in the Clay with Heidi Loewen, noted porcelain artist & very creative teacher. Her goal is for each student to have lots of fun.
All the clay is wedged and centered on the wheel for each student. The only requirement for class is a good sense of humor. You may create whatever you like and with as much clay as you need. Anything goes. Click Video & watch her in action teaching Giada DeLaurentiis of the Food Network & Samantha Brown of the Travel Channel. You too can karate chop or squish your pots with glorious results. We later glaze all the student pots in any colors you choose. If you live out of town, we ship to you. Sip wine, Champagne or beer while Heidi demonstrates & shows you how very easy & delightful it is to do. Everybody is an Art Star in her private classes! Heidi Loewen Porcelain Gallery & School I’ll see you in the neighborhood! Michael |
Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico
JeM Live at Vanessie
Our new musical group is JeM, consisting of Ellie Dendahl, Jay Cawley and me. We’ll be performing at Vanessie on St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17th from 4:00 to 6:00. It’s party time and as an A+ client of mine please say you’ll attend; Not only as a client, but also as a friend. I want you to know how much your support means to me; you’ve really helped me be all I can be. So, come and have some FUN, I promise you won’t be the only one. I’d love really THANK YOU in a celebratory way!
Your monthly Item of Value……Do You Know Your Number?
Your credit score can mean the difference between securing a historic low interest rate on a loan and being stuck in a higher tier. Great credit scores are the result of one thing—a stellar credit history.
More than 18% of consumers have near perfect FICO scores (800-850). While it may seem difficult to reach this level, especially for the 15% of consumers in the lowest FICO range (300-549), it’s not impossible. The information I’m sending this month details the steps to take to begin improving your credit now. Page one gives the facts about credit, including the information that comprises your credit score. Page two offers three tips that will help you to improve your credit.
Call me if you’d like to be included in the program and receive these Items of Value. Share this information with family and friends who wish to improve or protect their credit.
Fondly,
Michael
Oh, by the way®… if you know of someone who would appreciate the level of service I provide, please call me with their name and business number. I’ll be happy to follow up and take great care of them.
The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico-Vanessie’s
Here is a big “Thank you!”. We’ll be playing there again on St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17th. from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. I’ll be sending out reminders and I hope to see you there.
The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico
What Will 2013 Hold for the Housing Market?
Many people are curious about what the housing market will look like in 2013. Since housing is seen as a leading indicator of economic recovery, even people who aren’t looking to enter the market are anxious to see if this will be the year that the market fully recovers.
This month, I’m sending along information to help you understand the status of both the national and local housing markets. The first page offers predictions and projections for the national housing market this year. Page two provides three reasons why it’s important to pay attention to what’s going on in your local market. Although the national market can give you an idea of the overall state of housing, only the local market directly impacts you and your home.
Sneak Peak At The 2013 Real Estate Market
If you want to learn more about the local market, or are thinking of buying or selling your home, contact me for more information.
Happy New Year!
Michael
Oh, by the way … if you know of someone who would appreciate the level of service I provide, please call me with their name and business number. I’ll be happy to follow up and take great care of them.
The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico
Happy Holidays
It’s time to celebrate the spirit of the season with parties and other gatherings to reconnect with our families and friends, especially those who live in another area.
The information I’m sending this month will help you plan the perfect holiday party. Page one offers tips to help you create your guest list, foster a festive holiday atmosphere and plan your menu. Page two provides practical advice about seating, music and party favors. Whether you’ve been planning your holiday party for 3 months or 3 minutes, you’ll find this information valuable.
If someone else in your family or social circle is the party planner of the group, be sure to pass this information on to them.
Fondly,
Michael
Oh, by the way … if you know of someone who would appreciate the level of service I provide, please call me with their name and business number. I’ll be happy to follow up and take great care of them.
5 Reasons to Love Santa Fe During the Holidays
There’s no question that Santa Fe is a wonderful place to live and visit. Our unique high desert city offers more artwork, food, music, shopping and recreation than we could ever begin to shake a stick at. The City Different becomes especially magical during the holidays, though, inspiring visits from around the world. Here’s why we believe Santa Fe is the perfect place to spend your holiday season:
The City Different is a unique town brimming with warmth and holiday spirit. Shortly after Thanksgiving we string our lights, hang our decorations and line our roofs with farolitos (candles placed in sand at the bottom of a brown paper bag), something you’re unlikely to see much of anywhere else in the country. The soft glow of the Santa Fe Plaza on a snowy evening makes for a romantic stroll whether alone, with a partner or with friends and family.Santa Fe Shopping
Santa Fe is a shopper’s paradise. Art galleries, malls, boutiques and shops offering handmade items unique to the Southwest attract shopping mavens from all over the world. Things only get better during the holidays when many locally-owned stores leave their doors open late into the chilly evenings for last-minute shoppers and those strolling the Plaza in admiration of the plethora of lights and town Christmas tree, which is lit the Friday after Thanksgiving. Santa Fe Food
It’s no secret that Santa Fe has been recognized as a world-class culinary destination; we’re fortunate to have access to hundreds of restaurants within a few miles radius, something to satisfy any palate at almost any time. When the holidays roll around they bring with them many traditional holiday dishes and desserts such as posole, biscochitos, tamales and empanadas that are incredibly delicious and may be difficult to find elsewhere. Santa Fe Recreation
It comes as a surprise to some but Santa Fe isn’t all dry desert! In fact, there are at least five high-altitude ski areas within a two hour driving distance. Ski Santa Fe, the nearest ski lodge a mere 20 minutes from Downtown Santa Fe, gets up to 300 inches of snow each winter resulting in exciting skiing, snowboarding, sledding and snowshoeing experiences enjoyed by outdoor recreationalists. Santa Fe Traditions
Holiday traditions abound in every form in Santa Fe. From our renowned Christmas Eve Farolito Walk to the Pueblo Dances, from Las Posadas to the Feast of Guadalupe, there are numerous unique and interesting events rich in local history and tradition that inspire attendance even on the coldest of evenings.Be sure to keep an eye out for our blog posts over the next few weeks in which we’ll explore these five areas in detail and drop hints as to where you can go to have the best time in Santa Fe over the course of the holiday season!
“Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer.”
-Maya Angelou
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and express gratitude to those who have impacted our lives. Your support as an advocate for my business has been vital to my success as a real estate professional. I am truly grateful to have the opportunity to serve you. Being your trusted real estate professional is an honor and a privilege and I hope to strengthen our relationship and take care of our home- and community-related needs in the future.
What are you grateful for in your life? You can give me a call at 505.470.4180 if you would like to subscribe to my Appreciation Program. Then you can follow the tips outlined to help you cultivate an attitude of gratitude and express thanks to those who are important to you and your success.
Fondly,
Michael
Oh, by the way … if you know of someone who would appreciate the level of service I provide, please call me with their name and business number. I’ll be happy to follow up and take great care of them.
Quail Run- The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico
It’s all about the lifestyle. Quail Run is a meticulously planned gated community in Santa Fe, rich with all of the ingredients of care-free living. The setting is fabulous and includes a lush, 9 hole golf course with spectacular sunset views. This is where I learned to play tennis from the resident pro, Pat Narvais. The fitness club is world-class and includes swimming, therapeutic pools, jacuzzis, cardio machines, weights and stationary bikes. Tonia and I have always felt it a privilege to have membership to the club and its facilities.
Diane Haggard is in charge of Homeowner & Member Services and can be reached at 505.795.7224
Michael’s Minute of Real Estate
The nation’s collective mindset is often evident in housing market trends, and if you own a home or are planning to purchase, it’s important to stay updated on the most significant changes. In order to protect their investment, home buyers and renovating homeowners should consider resale potential when making key decisions, and that requires an understanding of the features that appeal to the majority of today’s consumers. This month I have sent information to my friends and clients about the most recent trends captured by a prominent survey of American architects. In addition to the emphasis on smaller, more efficient floor plans, the survey also identified other popular characteristics that relate to modern lifestyles like outdoor rooms and home offices. Of course, preferences can vary considerably from one region to another. If you are planning a home-improvement project, or would simply like to know more about trends that are specific to Santa Fe, feel free to give me a call at 505.470.4180. I’m always happy to help maximize your home’s market value.
I’ll see you in the neighborhood,
Michael
The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico
“If you would be wealthy, think of saving as well as getting.”
-Benjamin Franklin
September is a perfect time to visit Santa Fe. Not everyone realizes we have four seasons here in the high desert. You’ll want to stay in great hotel or B &B, shop for cowboy wear, and eat in our fabulous restaurants. Here’s a tip for being able to do all these things. Although money is easy to spend, it’s often difficult to save. However, it’s never too late to develop the habits necessary to begin building a strong financial foundation for a more secure future.
The information I’m sending this month is intended to encourage you or a loved one to begin building wealth. Page one provides seven essential strategies to help you improve your financial habits and take charge of your finances. Page two outlines the five common situations where having an emergency fund to draw from is necessary to prevent debt and financial ruin.
Even if you’re an expert saver, this information will provide the added incentive to save. Share it with family and friends who may need extra help or guidance with this important topic. You can call me at 505.470.4180 if you would like to receive my monthly Items of Value.
Sincerely,
Michael
"The Market Expert"
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