Jack was shaking like a Frenchman in a thunderstorm....

When asked "If that's the way you feel about it, why do you continue to put off moving South (to Silver City)?"

We all know that decisions about moving can strike fear in the heart of the very brave.

"Decisions have to be made Jack. Don't sweat it dude," a rogue SD realtor Agent replied.

Jack was overheard recently at a meeting of the First Heathen Church (non denominational) of Cold Hill South Dakota: "It was Elvis that died, so why am I in Hell?"

He told the congregation, "I'd rather bait an alligator with my manhood or sleep in a bunk bed under Oprah than face staying here another year or have to face another Northern winter. It's just too damn cold for anything approaching Real Living.*

So after visiting the Land of Enchantment, the decision was clear. Move to Silver City New Mexico. 4 Gentle seasons combined with a natural beauty not found in many places North, West or East. "That's the ticket", he said.

Don't forget the Hot Springs soaks (see image to left), the Sweat Lodges, Native American "meetings", the Arts, Music, Food, Recreation, and Rock Hounding opportunities.....

The diversity of this area is extreme. Everyone can find a place of comfort here, and all are welcomed. Old rockers and rollers, we of the baby boom generation particularly, seem to do fine here, and find many who also share similar likes and loves. Straights and stiffs get along here together as well as do those of different political and spiritual backgrounds. Melting Pot Green Chile Stew.. mmmmm good

The perfect retirement location? Is anyplace perfect? Ok so perfect may be a stretch. But I can give this area a near perfect rating based upon it's numerous opportunities for living well and living healthy, - and what's perfect for me will not be the same for everyone..

If that's the way you feel about where you are hanging your hat, please contact this Baby Boomer, Realtor, Rocker and Roller. Let me show you the workings of "our well kept secret" here...

Come visit New Mexico. Be forewarned, you may never want to leave........


(*RL is coming to New Mexico soon)

After Dinner - The Fortune Cookie - Now What?

Funny image taken from public domain. Rest of the story in letter.

Not that funny when you pause to think about it.

It's downright scary if you consider the reality of the massive debt held by this (one) country.

"Please Mr. China,

Don't foreclose on us. This (debt) is our only home, and we have no where else to go. We didn't mean to get so far in over our heads.

What was I to say when you allowed us such generous amounts of credit? Do you think anyone could pass it up? We love the goods you let us purchase on "terms"- at least we still love the stuff that still works. What about all of the good times we had?

I'd like to sell (unload) my home, but it seems we may owe more on it than it's actual value. Will you consider a modification in terms? Will you consider taking less than what I agreed to pay you (a short sale)? Please don't call in the debt. Please let us slide on the balance? It's not all my fault.

Sam"

Hope everyone takes a few seconds to think about how they manage debt (reduce or eliminate all together) in their own personal lives.

Less debt = better living imo.........

Buying real estate (homes for sale, land for sale) is still one of the best and safest places to take on debt. The cost for mortgage money is still historically low, and in most markets, the dollar buys more today than it has in several years.

ALAN ARCHER
Dream Home New Mexico

If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Silver City New Mexico (Mimbres, Pinos Altos, Hurley, Bayard, Gila, Cliff, Gila Hot Springs, Lake Roberts, Santa Clara, Arenas Valley, Animas, Glenwood, Columbus, Deming, Lordsburg,Tyrone), PLEASE VISIT my website for more information on Buying a Home or Selling Your Home in the current market.

The Free MLS Search was the first local site for Silver City Real Estate listings showing ALL property types - and today is still considered the PREMIER REAL ESTATE SEARCH ENGINE and SILVER CITY REAL ESTATE WEB PORTAL.

Always free - No registration - Updates to data every 24 hours means data is never stale or outdated...

~archer

Silver City Real Estate Sold Statistics February 2010

Hi Everyone,

The February 2010 Sales Statistics for the Silver City New Mexico real estate market have been posted online in Adobe (.pdf) format for you to browse.

I can still send the monthly sales updates by email to those who specifically request them. Please let me know if you want to receive the SOLDS for Silver City, Grant County, and surrounding areas. All sales reported to the Silver City Regional MLS board are included.

Send an email to aarcher @at@ dreamhomenewmexico.com to request the monthly sales updates.

Getting It Sold faster and With Less Hassles

Just Posted the NAR Brochure with Effective Selling Techniques and Tips.

The title says it all.

It's a tough market for sellers. Sellers need to put their resources and their efforts to use in effective ways. Good tips for my seller friends.

Brochure from NAR. courtesy Archer and Dream Home New Mexico

Click Here to view brochure (.pdf)

How do you sell in a tough market? Not everyone feels the same about marketing in these conditions. Buyers have upped their aggressive sides due to the overall weakness in the economy. I believe some things are necessary for selling in any market. My 14 point strategy for selling in a tough market might give you an idea of what you may want when you are ready to move forward.

I want the opportunity to earn your business. Drop me a note. Or stop in and lets visit.

There are basic homes , historic properties, small and large land parcels, and fantastic dream homes for sale in Silver City New Mexico. All our homes enjoy the awesome weather and open beauty which is the SW Land of Enchantment.

New, Not Mexico

Want to see some Charts with Silver City Real Estate Trends?

Hi All,

Big thanks to customer (AC) for putting together the charts (see link). In AC's words, a picture tells the story a lot better than my 1000 words..

How's it trending where you are? Not a pretty chart, but with a looming breakout dead ahead.

Real Estate Statistics Silver City NM

Trends run for days, weeks, months or years, and you can't buck or beat the trend. You have to be aware of it's direction and have a good handle on factors that can maintain or resist the trend line...



Once a trend line is broken, it's off to the races again. This is why I'm so urgent when telling my buyer customers "it's time to act." Don't miss the boat. See what happens in cartoon above .... hehheh

I believe the turn will come later than sooner, but have a strong feeling that 2010 will be one to remember. I hope for the right -positive - reasons.

Homeownership : It's not JUST about the Money..

You have to consider it as a big factor. What else should renter's consider when deciding if ownership is the right move. Check it out...

Wanted you to see the full color presentation (adobe reader required to view .pdf file) posted this morning for you. Hope everyone is having a great weekend.

The Winter Olympics close out this evening. However we are having our own version of "Winter Games" here as it's still snowing in Silver City New Mexico. It won't have much chance of sticking as it's not cold enough, but let the games continue.

Silver City real estate inventory is above average with lots of homes for sale. If you want to sell (and not just list) your New Mexico real estate, you will need to be competitive and follow proven strategies that get your property for sale noticed by potential buyers.

Please check out the 14 step plan for listing in a tough market put together recently. Hope you enjoy. (What do you think of the new logo? - Real Living is coming to SC soon) Call me if you need to sell, and if you are open to consider what is suggested.

I'm not one who is comfortable giving anyone false hopes, and I can't in good conscience agree to an unreasonable above fair-market priced listing.

There's good news for wanna be Sellers who believe they are selling high by listing high - even when they know their "wanna get" price is out of line with current appraisal standards. Good news: There are plenty of Realtors in town to take your overpriced listing.

Don't you think it's time to try something different? How about doing something that actually works?

Not all 14 steps will be required for every property, but skipping any of the "critical" and "key" points means your house gets skipped when Buyers are actually out looking.

Get 6x6 service and list to sell - not list to list.... Please contact me today for specific details... Yes weekends are fine...

Full Color Brochure - Understand Home Buyer Tax Credit

Free Brochure from NAR on the Tax Credit for First Time Home Buyers and the extended credit for some existing "not" first time home buyers.

After you check out the well done NAR publication (which we just posted for you today), well... Here i go asking for help again

Pleeeaaasse visit the Dream Home New Mexico website for more information, links and useful documents. Of course there is still the top search engine for area real estate.

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