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JORNADA 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1470 approx. sq.ft., New Paint and New Tile in this cute, easy to carefor home. Huge kitchen with island is a chef’s dream!Mountain Views for the front yard. Greatlocation,with easy access to Hwy 70, White Sands &NASA.

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4370 NAMBE ARC • $399,000A lovely, newer well-maintained home with mountain views. 3 bedrooms, 2baths, 2 car garage with 2098 sq. ft. and lots of extras including courtyardentry, vigas, stone fireplace, great kitchen with everything a cook couldwant including granite counters, custom cabinetry, gas cooktop, largepantry, skylights, and trayed ceiling. Master bedroom is large with seatingarea, fabulous bath and walk in closet. The backyard is private with moun-tain views & covered patio.

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4372 CHIMAYO DR. • $355,000EAST NORTHRISE Attractive home on corner lot with front courtyard in gated communityof the Pueblos @ Alameda with grand views of the Organ Mountains, mature landscaping,and designated greenspace to the east; 2x6 construction, Low-E windows, large coveredrear patio; unique entry/foyer tile design, sound system and speakers throughout.Fireplace/heatilator, recirculating hot water, water softener, central vac system, woodenblinds, lined drapes, and solar shades in living room; huge kitchen features stainless-steelappliances, solid-surface Corian counterrops, and a walk-in pantry; lovely community pool,tennis facilities, and walking paths. This has it all!

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720 MANOR WAY • $159,400ALAMEDA New landscaping, with drip system, newpaint inside & out, new carpet, 4 bedrooms, 1.75baths, 1694 sq. ft., new kitchen flooring, new lightfixtures throughout, new kitchen countertops andappliances. Don't miss this great buy!

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4322 SKYLINE DR. • $359,900CEDAR HILLS Amazing views from the top of the hill!Privacy, lots of space to spread out, 3 bedrooms,2.75 baths, 2878 sq. ft., sparkling inground pool andcourtyard. Well maintained home with so many pos-sibilities. Out of town owner is waiting for your offer!!

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1230 OSAGE COURT • $279,000Almost new charming home with a very Versatile Floor Plan easilyadapted to your family needs. 2300 SF of heated area, 4BM/3BA.Attached Casita or Office with private entrance and courtyard.Corner Lot, 3 car garage, plenty of tile, high ceilings plus many morefeatures. Conveniently located. Price to sell at only $279,000. Shownby appointment, call me today!

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5158 PICURIS COURT • $519,000HIGH RANGE Beautiful and uniquely styled 5158 Picuris Ct will satisfy the mostdiscriminating buyer. This 2007 Robinson Homes showcase is a delight to see.From the moment you step inside the foyer you'll sense the quality. Venetian plas-tered walls, decorative ceiling treatments, Sub-Zero appliances and gorgeouslighting are but a few of the many, many upgrades. It's much, much more than a3 bedroom 2.5 bath home. Outdoor living with an oversized covered patio stepsaway from the inviting in-ground pool, and backyard putting green will enhanceyour enjoyment of this home. Call to see it for yourself.

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1067 HATFIELD • $129,000ELKS CLUB 3br, 2 baths, 1640 sq. ft., manufacturedhome, Schult Regency on one acre. Spacious Interior.Open concrete patio in front. 3 car carport.L#806848

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2604 Calle Porton • $650,000

SAN ANDRES AREA Gorgeous home in gated community. Close to everything need-ed to live the good life. Extensive use of travertine tile, granite countertops and stain-less steel appliances make this upscale 3 bd 3.5 bath home a dream come true! Trulya must see!!! L#806640.

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815 Fort Fillmore$675,000

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This horse property is ready for business! 3706 square foot home has

5 bedrooms, huge kitchen. Woodfloors throughout. Kitchen and

bathrooms recently remodeled. Largegazebo with fireplace and wired for

220. Workshop is wired for 220.Stable facility includes 22 stalls,

office, tack room, exerciser, 15 longpens with shade canopy. Fenced pas-

ture with EBID allotment.www815FortFillmore.com

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4995 Cripple Creek • $450,0003Br, 3.5 Ba, 2840 sq. ft. • Mtn. & Valley Views 930 W. Thorpe • $380,000

3br, 2.5 ba, 2251 sq. ft. This Ruidoso style home sits on2.81 acres. Updated, great kitchen and laundry room. Lots

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Dan DelaneyBroker/Owner

318 West AmadorLas Cruces, NM 88005

Call Dan Delaney for more information on these homes at 575-647-5041 or 575-644-0776.

4040 Acala Place • $249,900

Light and spacious describes this 2001 Ranch style home on 1/3 acre. In immaculatecondition, the 1844 square foot home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and an oversized 2car garage. It features an open floor plan, a spacious kitchen with plenty of counter spaceand walk-in pantry; high ceilings and gas fireplace in the living area; refrigerated a/c;instant hot water; front and back sprinkler system; a large covered porch with ceiling fanand is wired for a hot tub. The home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac not far fromTombaugh Elementary school. A must see to truly enjoy its charm.

12625 Doña Ana Road • $399,500

• 2006 Ranch style home• 1815 SF, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths• 30x50 insulated workshop

w/electric• 12x12 tack shed, 24x48 hay

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• 9 lighted horse pens (varioussizes)

• Automatic waterers• 6 Acres planted in alfalfa• EBID and irrigation well

6521 Rhea Place • $174,900

Ranch style home built in 2008 includes approx. 1636 square feet, 3 bed-rooms, 2 full bathrooms and a 2 car garage. Additional features include a liv-ing room with fireplace, vaulted ceilings and french doors that lead to a largecovered porch. The kitchen comes with a gas stove, wood cabinets, pantryand tile countertops. Other amenities include refrigerated air, gas forced-airheating, alarm system, a 12x16 storage shed with electric, and a large cor-ner lot.

594 Tingo Circle • $389,900

Upon arrival to this beautiful southwestern style home, you are greeted withpanoramic views of the Rio Grande valley and mountains. Built in 2008 the homefeatures 3 bedrooms, 2 3/4 baths with approx. 2752 square feet. A split floor planoffers a great room with fireplace, a den/family room and a gourmet kitchen thatincludes all granite counter tops, custom wood cabinets, wine refrigerator and chefquality appliances. Other amenities include alarm system, refrigerated air, 2 cargarage with opener, outdoor cooking center, and a large covered porch all situatedon a .78 acre hilltop lot. This property is a must see to enjoy all that it has to offer.

Accent Real EstateOffice: 575-526-4999 • Toll free: 800-603-3167

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4140 Calle de Estrella - 4 bedroom 3 fullbaths, 2900sf. home built in 2007 sits on 1acre. Back yard is walled in, front yard islandscaped there's a 3 car garage, homehas wonderful views of the organs. Locatedoff Hwy 70. $360,800. Call Marti Wells formore information or to view at575.644.7070

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2920 Valle Vista - Recently remodeledTownhome is approx. 1774 sqft. & has 3brs.,2 baths, 2 car garage, private courtyard andback yard. Close to shopping and restau-rants. Annual association fee allows for useof pool and tennis courts. $179,450. CallStephanie to view. L#806354 Call Marti forinformation at 575.644.7070.

Open Saturday May 2nd 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.& Sunday May 3rd 12 a.m. - 4 p.m.

4615 Riverwood - 2 living areas, 3 brs, maids room orhobby room (there is a 1/2 bath in this room- toilet & sink)laundry area is in the garage. Carpet in all bedrooms,except the maids room (tile). Tile in all other areas.Horses allowed, irrigation well with 6 stations- pecantrees on north side of property-circular drive. Kitchen hascustom wood cabinets- pass through from kitchen toden. Call Stephanie at 575-635-0741 for more infor-mation. $229,900.

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775 Sandy Beach - Gorgeous custom home in LaMancha Estates sits on 1 acre. Funky Landscaped withbeautiful views from the two covered patios and coutr-yard area. 3 bdrms. 2 baths. Plus an office! A formal din-ing area and breakfast nook, a living room plus a familyroom with a fireplace. Custom cabinets, granite countertops, double convection oven, skylights thru out thehome, and many more upgrades. RV access! CallSummer for your private showing. $422,000.

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4240 TAURUS • $499,000

This is a 2 1/2 acre lot in the coutry!4BR, 3BA and a 3-car garage. Over3,000 sq. ft. of living area. Granite coun-tertops, tile back splash, breakfast bar,separate eating area, formal dining, Kivafireplace. Spacious master has a fire-place, walk-in closet and jet tub.Horsesallowed and possibility of pecan growingbusiness.

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Pricing right for today's market Listing 'under market' not always effectiveBy Dian HymerInman News Service

Pricing too high can be the kiss of deathfor home sellers in today's market. Manybuyers are sitting on the fence, waiting tosee what happens with the economy, andhoping that home prices will drop further.

On the other hand, the recent uptick inhome-sale activity confirms that low inter-est rates coupled with lower home priceshave many buyers convinced that theyshould buy now. But, they are looking forbargains.

There is no great sense of urgency to buynow. Interest rates are enticing, but lowrates are likely to be around for awhile. An

$8,000 tax credit is available for first-timebuyers -- which includes those who haven'towned a home in the last three years -- ifthey buy between Jan. 1, 2009 and Nov. 30,2009. This will hopefully have a positiveimpact on the housing market. However, theeffect will probably be modest.

Homes that sell in this market have sever-al things in common. They are well located,in good condition and show well. And, theyare priced right for the market.

The most profound effect you can haveon the sale of your home is your choice oflist price. Recently a seller listed hisOakland, Calif., home for $47,000 less thanhis agent's recommended list price. The

under-market price generated a flood ofshowings and six offers. The listing sold forsignificantly more than the list price.

HOUSE HUNTING TIP: Some sellersthink that the way to get the highest price isto list their home for considerably less thanmarket value. In hot spots in the housingmarket, this strategy often brings goodresults. However, if there isn't much salesactivity in your area or in your price range,this approach could result in disappoint-ment. You should list at a competitive price,but one that you'll be willing to accept ifyou don't receive multiple offers.

Many sellers understand the importanceof pricing right for the market. But, theydon't want to price so low that they leavemoney on the table. You can keep this fromhappening by making sure your listingreceives comprehensive market exposure --Multiple Listing Service, Internet advertis-ing with photos, an open house for agentsand an open house for the public -- beforeaccepting an offer.

It's usually not a good idea to publish adate for offers in the MLS, unless yourhome is significantly underpriced and yourhome is in a popular market niche wherelots of buyers are clamoring to buy, such asthe low-end foreclosure markets in some areas.

If you list at a price that is at or over mar-ket value and you set a date for offers, yousend a message to buyers that you areexpecting a higher price. This can causebuyers to back off.

Your agent should report to you withfeedback on showings, which should giveyou a sense of the level of interest in yourhome. Then you can decide whether to goahead and hear an offer or wait a littlelonger. In general, you should be preparedto listen to any offer from a qualified buyer.It's natural for buyers to make low offers inthe current market.

Given slim demand and the lack ofurgency, sellers are challenged to createdemand for their home. Condition and pric-ing are critical variables that you can con-trol. The listing that received six offersshowed beautifully and was priced undermarket. It was in a popular neighborhoodand in a price range where buyers could useFHA, Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac low-interest-rate financing. Buyers walked inand immediately felt a sense of urgency.

THE CLOSING: They knew that thehome was a good value and they'd have toact quickly.

HOUSE HUNTING TIP: Some sellers think that the way toget the highest price is to list their home for considerably less

than market value. In hot spots in the housing market, this strategy often brings good results. However, if there isn't much

sales activity in your area or in your price range, this approachcould result in disappointment. You should list at a competitive

price, but one that you'll be willing to accept if you don'treceive multiple offers.


Market Statistics Brought to you by theLas Cruces Association of Realtors

(575) 524-1396PENDING CONTRACTS

as of 04/05/09181

AVERAGE DAYS ON THEMARKET AS OF March/09

152

AVERAGE DAYS ON THEMARKET 2008

154

MEDIAN SALES PRICE$164,595

"Homes" include single-familyhomes, townhomes and condominiums.

Source: Las Cruces Multiple Listing & Information Service

for the periods reflected as extracted on April 5, 2009.

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1950 Tapestry Circle • $120,6151880 Tapestry Circle • $122,8251940 Tapestry Circle • $123,3351925 Tapestry Circle • $124,4403570 Cloister Court • $126,225 1875 Tapestry Circle • $129,000*

* Rockwall fee not included in lot price.

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0000 Lakespur • $110,000This is one of the few lots left in the city with great views of all of the valley....As far as the eye can see a little bitof Heaven on Earth. West on Picacho-Left (South) on Weinrich (Right) West on Redwolf, Right (South) on Lark Spur

Court to cul-de-sac, 2nd lot on Right. Owner/Agent.Christine Telles (575) 650-4121 • Coldwell Banker deWetter Hovious, Inc. (575) 521-1000


Vacation Rental? Corporate Needs? Visiting Family & Friends? Between Homes? Waiting For Your Home To Be Built?

Stay in a new, comfortable, luxurious, furnished condominium with full kitchen andwasher and dryer along with a fitness center, pool, and barbeques in the lovely centercourtyard. Beautiful views and ambiance. Walking distance to shopping, restaurantsand historical attractions. Enjoy this charming community year-round. Two bedroomunits available weekly and monthly.There is nothing else like this in Las Cruces or theMesilla Valley. Come see why!

Beautiful Villa Esperanza CondominiumsLocated At The Gateway To Old Mesilla

Call 575-525-5633

ETHERIAL is the word that comes to mind when enteringthis home. Vaulted ceilings & skylights smile down upon anopen common area with a 2 sided fireplace, arched nichos,18” tiled floors & hand troweled walls. French doors open toa private shady patio with custom awnings, wisteria, roses& vines, beautifully landscaped yard with shade trees &lawn. This is PARADISE! 2BR/1.75BA -$163,000.Call me for more information about this home!

2152 PIONEER

Price reduced to $424,900! This is a beauti-ful 3,000 sq.ft, split 4BR, 3BA home on a 1/2acre lot in Picacho Hills with custom cabi-nets, granite countertops, central vac, subtlepainting accents, kiva fireplace, great moun-tain views and much more! To hear adetailed recording about this home's fea-tures, call

1-800-961-6706 andenter Code 1789.

10017 SAN SAVINO

1216 Antelope Pass This is an incredible price for a beau-tiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2596 sq. ft. home. Enjoy this spa-cious, open floor plan with 2 living areas, a formal diningroom and an office. The sellers installed new light fixtures inevery room, custom tile, painted the garage floor, landscapedthe backyard and much more. This is a bargain in any mar-ket. Hang your hat here!

$78 PER SQ.FT!

Magnificent new 3,025 sq.ft. 4BR, 3.75BA, 3 car garagehome on a private 1.75 acre lot in La Tierra Escondida.Pella windows, dual on demand water heaters, dual cli-mate control, audio & TV systems, all appliances, gran-ite throughout, snail shower, and much more. Call Jaketo schedule showing! $589,900

5637 VIA ESTRELLA

1340 sq.ft., 3BR/2BA home, close to schools,shopping and white sands. Very well caredfor! Lots of tile! Covered Patio! Walk inCloset! $144,900

3830 GARNET

2151 Frontier is a beautiful 1432 sq.ft., 3BR/1.75BA homewith new tile and carpet throughout, new interior paint, afreshly remodeled master bathroom, all wooden interiorshutters, fenced front and back yards, fireplace, coveredporch & patio and much more. This home is tucked away ina lovely neighborhood, just west of Roadrunner.Call 1-800-961-6706 and enter Code 1793.

2151 FRONTIER DR.

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820 Frontier is a beautiful 1547 sq.ft, 3BR, 1.75BA home inthe Sagecrest Subdivision, right next to Sonoma Ranch. Thishome has a brand new roof, new elastomeric stucco, Saltillotile floors, raised viga & corbel ceilings with skylights, a 2-sided stone fireplace, incredible panoramic sunset views,easy care back yard and much more. Check out this home'sfact line! Call 1-800-961-6706 and enter Code 1792.

820 FRONTIER

2337 sq.ft, 3BR, 2.75BA home on a corner lot inHistoric Alameda. Recent addition to this homeadded large living room, office, two extra bath-rooms, master bedroom & viewing deck. Features:stained concrete, original hardwood & new bamboofloors, tongue & groove ceilings, & much more.

Call Jake Mossman 575-650-8615.www.LasCrucesHomesAndLand.com

541 ALAMEDA

This is truly a must see. Seller is offering topay for HUD certification and everythingelse to make property financeable. Squarefootage is approximate. $79,900

2412 SONRISA

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Hot On The MarketHot On The MarketApril 23-May 6

4939 Chippewa Trail. The price is right on this well maintainedtwo story home on 2.3 acres with fabulous views of the Organs.There are two complete master suites plus two additional bed-rooms and another bath. Large fully equipped kitchen with a sep-arate breakfast area. Living room/dining room combo has a see-thru fireplace. Hot tub on second floor viewing deck. Acreage ispartially fenced and horses are welcome. L# 805336

Sarana Placker 575-642-6643Emerick Real Estate, Inc. 575-523-2850

SOLEDAD CANYON $298,000

THE PRICE IS RIGHT

610 King James Ave. Large 2128 SF double wide manu-factured home on over 1/3 of an acre near Dona Ana Rd.3BR/2BA split bedroom design with huge great room plusan office, laundry and hobby room. New paint and carpet.Fenced backyard with shed. MLS# 806143

Beulah Gatlin 575-642-7621Emerick Real Estate, Inc. 575-523-2850

DONA ANA SOUTH $99,900

LOTS OF LIVING SPACE

625 Stone Canyon Drive. Looking for large rooms, convenient loca-tion and mountain views? Check out this 1861 SF 4BR/2BA/2CGhome in the desirable Foothills area located near shopping, profes-sional services and entertainment. With a split bedroom plan, refrig-erated air, security system, hot tub and Organ Mountain views, this isa "must see" property. L#804638


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3908 Sombra Arbol. Spectacularhome well priced at $190,000. 3 bed-rooms, 2 baths, excellent floorplanand large cul-da-sac lot. Views of theValley, walking distance to new 36acre city park! Just finished andready to move in...

Aaron Perez 575-571-3217

Coss Real Estate 575-524-7653WELL PRICED HOME!

$190,0002920 Valle Vista. Recently remodeledTownhome is approx. 1774 sqft. & has3brs., 2 baths, 2 car garage, privatecourtyard and back yard. Close to shop-ping and restaurants. Annual associa-tion fee allows for use of pool and tenniscourts. L#806354. Call Stephanie toview at 575-635-0741.

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Accent Real Estate575-526-4999RECENTLY REMODELED!

$179,450

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The Las Cruces Home BuildersAssociation (LCHBA) presents its 36thAnnual Spring Showcase of Homes startingthis weekend. The 28 homes in this year’sevent are presented to the public by buildermembers of the Association.

The homes are being constructed at vari-ous subdivision locations throughout thearea. They exemplify the house styles, inte-rior and exterior design, decorating, modernfeatures and products available in the LasCruces new home housing market.

Plan to visit the show April 24, 25, 26 or

May 1, 2, 3 to view the finest homes in LasCruces. Event hours are Fridays from 4p.m. to 7p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 7p.m., and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.Admission is FREE.

A full-color, glossy magazine is availablefree of charge by visiting the LCHBA officeat 2825 North Main or can be picked up atall Las Cruces Pic Quik stores and eventsponsor offices.

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for more information.

On April 23, 1st Metropolitan Mortgageconducted a three-hour Investor Workshopeducating REALTORS and consumersabout the investing and taking advantage oftoday's real estate market. The key-notespeaker Tom Lundstedt was brought in fromEfraim, Wisconsin, and has often beenacclaimed as the funniest investment andtax guy in America. Lundstedt enlightenedthe audience on how to confidently evaluaterental properties using a combination ofhumor and real-world examples.

Bueno Title sponsored the event andcatered to over 50 local agents and con-sumers. All in attendance left the workshop

with a smile on their face, feeling confidentin the notion that now is the time to buy andinvest in real estate. Investor Workshop Highlights

• Utilize your IRA to invest in RealEstate

• Techniques for Analyzing propertybefore you buy

• Four Ways to Save Tax - That YourAccountant Hasn't Told You

• When to sell and maximize return onequity

Contact 1st Metropolitan Mortgage forinformation regarding investment or refi-nance opportunities. 575.993.8494.

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Now is the Time to Buy for Investors and ConsumersBy Ilyce Glink • Inman News Service

Q: I signed a contract to build a townhouse, with an estimated completion date ofDecember 2009. I am a first-time homebuyer and would like to take advantage of thefirst-time buyer's tax credit for a new home purchased prior to Dec. 1, 2009. Is it possi-ble to close on the loan prior to 100 percent completion of the home and qualify for thetax credit? If so, what do I need to do?

A: The short answer to your query is, unfortunately, no. You cannot close on the loanseparately from the property. The house is the collateral for the loan, so your lenderwouldn't close without having something to back up against the loan in case you default.

Typically, the lender won't close until you get a certificate of occupancy for the prop-erty -- that means the house is virtually finished, except perhaps for a select list of itemssuch as landscaping.

This puts you in a Catch-22 situation: If your builder is close to completion, but notclose enough for the lender to agree to your closing date, you could easily blow the Dec.1, 2009, deadline for receiving the $8,000 tax credit.

Finally, according to the IRS and several enrolled agents I consulted, you must close,be the owner of and have title to the new home by Dec. 1, 2009.

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