By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate This is a republication of an article I wrote last year about the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority grant programs; income-based programs that provided $25,000 grants to assist qualified low-income homebuyers with the down payment and closing costs on a home. Unfortunately, as of April 2023, the funds for DownPaymentAdvantage and for the […]

By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate When you’re in the market for a new home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing the right neighborhood. Each area in Albuquerque has its unique charm, amenities, and lifestyle. To help you make an informed decision, this guide will provide […]

By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. Having a solid plan before starting the process will help ensure a smooth transaction when you finally have your dream home under contract. The list below will take you from the preliminary stages (assessing your finances and your […]

By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Imagine you’ve gotten pre-qualified and you’ve found the perfect home in your price range. You ask your Realtor or you lender to run an estimate of your closing costs, and amongst all of the various fees, you spot “Owner Title Policy” and “Lenders Title Policy.” (These terms may […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 9 – Final Week By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful. This week […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 8 By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful. This week you’ll learn all […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 7 By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful. This week you’ll learn about […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 6 By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful. This week, you’ll learn about […]

How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 5 By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful. This week you’ll learn why […]

By: Edward Baswell, Home Authority Real Estate How to Get the Best Mortgage Series – Week 4 Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout the process to make your experience productive and successful. This week you’ll learn why […]