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TOWN OF TAOS

An in town gem, in the heart of everything Taos, but quiet and peaceful, within walking distance to the plaza. Including a main house with an attached casita, and detached studio space. Fenced in .32 acres, creating multiple private outdoor spaces. Stucco walled courtyards, outside kiva fireplace, and mature landscaping. Extensively renovated in 2002 by a local, custom home builder. Main house is a two bedroom, two bath with an open floor plan, bright kitchen, cherry hardwood floors throughout and hot water radiant floor heat. Main bedroom has a spacious cedar lined walk-in closet with built-ins, large bathroom with soaking tub, oversized shower and two individual sink vanities. Partially finished basement, great for an office space or storage. Attached charming casita with potential to transform to a guest house rental, home office or gallery space. Plenty of off street parking in the front. Wildflower gardens, lilac bushes and plenty of garden beds, set up to be easily maintained with drip irrigation. MLS 106486 $725,000

EL PRADO COMMERCIAL

G DIN EN P LE SA

Prime commercial space in El Prado, with established location, proven track record all in a well maintained building. Paved parking accommodates 44 cars. Financials available on request. MLS 104845 $990,000

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DES MONTES

Charming home in Des Montes, adjacent to Taos Pueblo lands. 2 bed/1 bath home with brick floors, vigas and 2 kivas. A very private spot at the end of the road and views in every direction. West facing landscaped courtyard with outside Kiva. Detached 2 car heated garage, has excess storage for skis, bikes and fishing gear. Access the “martini deck” from the wooden staircase and enjoy the sunsets and panoramic views. A really cute house in an awesome setting. 9.7 acres, can be split once. MLS 106235 $645,000

Greg Jaramillo, Associate Broker • (575) 770-1270 Jolie Jones, Associate Broker • (575) 741-0603 Chris Stagg, Associate Broker • (575) 776-7490 Peter Blake, Associate Broker • (575) 779-1869 Stacey Blish, Associate Broker • (575) 741-1132

Evan R. Blish

Qualifying Broker cell 575.751.6118 office 575.776.8106 pinoneb@newmex.com pinoninvestmentsoftaos.com

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New construction by Edelman Enterprise, three bedroom, two bath, Pueblo style home, on 1.4 acre lot in Chamisa Vista Subdivision. Convenient location in Upper Colonias with gorgeous Taos Mountain views. Open floor plan features great space with high ceilings and kitchen to have stainless appliances and granite countertops. Separate master suite features large walk in closet, full size tub and separate shower in master bath. Home features 9’ ceilings throughout for a spacious feel. Large two car garage. Portals on north(312 soft) and south side at entrance of house for plenty of outdoor living. Big fire pit in the backyard and landscaping on a drip system. Exterior patio walls for privacy. Pending but more to come in the desirable Upper Colonias neighborhood. Call for more info. MLS 106043 $825,000

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The Native Americans called it, STAR WATERS….

This was a place to fish, camp and sing songs as the stars reflected on the water many years ago. This property was kissed with an abundance of water, a green oasis also known as Lumina Gardens for the last 21 years.”

TOP PRODUCER 2020

MLS # 106412, $1,890,000

Historic luxury residence and 3 casitas offered exclusively by Dreamcatcher Real Estate

Pavel Luke Lukes

QUALIFYING BROKER. LICENSE#13078

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Celebrating 20 Years Serving Se g the e Taos o Community

Lisa & John Cancro Historic Mill House Apartments

Balancing the modern with history, we offer the stunning Historic Mill House Apartments, located just west of the Taos Plaza, in the center of town. Remodeled in 2014, this 5011 SF Territorial style property has been updated with superb craftsmanship while keeping the character of New Mexico’s historic makeup and charm. Each of the fully furnished 4 units are thoughtfully designed, tastefully decorated and enjoy private individual courtyards at each front entrance. Owner has kept some of the original windows that allowed for the historic integrity and charm to shine and updated the rest for seasonal efciency. The kitchens feature Frigidare appliances, Kohler sinks along with original cabinet doors, open kitchen shelving and cozy living rooms with smooth walls, arch ways and southwest replaces. Each property unit is well appointed and have proven to be excellent rental properties with outstanding Airbnb reviews. Unit 1 is a studio, Unit 2 is a 2 BD/1 BA, Unit 3 has 1 BD/1 BA with a queen sleeper sofa, Unit 4 has 2 BD /1 BA. You will appreciate the beautifully landscaped gardens lled with mature trees, fruit trees, shrubs and plants. Lucas Construction, worked closely with the Seller to create a masterful property with integrity, style and beauty. Please call us for a showing of this stunning property! MLS# 106295 $1,500,000 Des Montes Prime

High Mountain Retreat

In-Town Building Site

All this beautiful Des Montes building site with easy access to Highway 230 needs is your new home! This sweet 2 acre parcel is irrigated and offers options to live, work, farm or create guest opportunities. With excellent views and being close to Arroyo Seco, Taos Ski Valley and Town of Taos, this parcel sits pretty. Call today to learn more about this stunning property. MLS# 106249 $249,000

A high mountain retreat like no other is now available for the particularly discerning, in El Salto. Over 188 acres of private solitude, a mature forest of conifers, numerous building sites, improved roads, electric, easy access, and located only minutes to TSV, this is a gem. Come see why this is one of the most desired locations in Taos, and bring your hiking shoes. Call today for more details! MLS# 105582 $3,950,000

Come see this gorgeous 1+ acre homesite with views of Taos Mountain and the surrounding foothills. Located on a quiet residential street, the property boasts protective covenants and restrictions and utilities nearby, including Town of Taos water and sewer. Capture the light, the views and the feel of New Mexico and build the hacienda you have seen in dreams. For details, call us. MLS# 105770 $ 139,000

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Sophisticated Arroyo Seco Estate

Sitting just outside the village of Arroyo Seco, is a secluded oasis of mature trees, sweeping lawns, lush gardens, and a waterfall with koi pond, awaiting the next owner. Sophisticated, elegant and tastefully done, this custom built 3877 SF 3 BD/2.5 BA pumice home has a separate 968 SF guesthouse, a detached, large 2 car garage with a private and secure wine cellar, and covered patios and decks. Through the main entry foyer, you can ascend the stairs to the master suite, or walk into the entertaining area of the home. The upstairs suite is well-appointed, with a separate den/sitting area, main bedroom, grand master bath, and a private outside deck with views. Back on the main oor is a comfortable, bright living room, formal dining area with easy access to the outside patio, large country cooks kitchen and a cozy breakfast nook. There are 2 additional bedrooms that share a full bath and separate guest bathroom. The space is luxuriously appointed, with oversized ceilings of split cedar or cove nish, Vigas, Saltillo tile oors, and two custom kiva replaces. Walk across the lawn to the private 1 BD guesthouse, with a separate entrance, full kitchen and bath, and spacious living area with kiva replace and covered portal. This lovely property, situated on 3.8 acres, is easily a family compound for many, a home with additional rental income potential, or even a studio or creative space, for the new owner. If this estate sounds like it ts your description of Nirvana, please call us for a private showing. $1,200,000 Historic Taos Territorial Compound

The Historic Taos Territorial Compound is not available for a home or investment property and sits just off the main plaza, in the center of town. The main 3250 SF 3 BD/3 BA house was originally constructed in 1875 and includes a main Sala, perfect for entertaining, and four generous rooms on the ground level. Two luxurious master suites occupy the second oor as well as two balcony areas. A 1200 SF artist studio building known as the Chicken Coop, was redesigned as a sophisticated loft/guesthouse apartment with 2 BA, gallery kitchen, large windows, stone oors and oversized ceilings. Also included are two colorful stand alone 420 SF 1 BD/1 BA fully furnished casitas. Each of the buildings enjoy private seating areas, gardens and hot tubs. The entire estate was lovingly restored in the early 2000’s and offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades and historic charm with meticulous landscaping. The property is ideal for a family retreat, private school or museum, or investment vacation rental property. Call for a private tour of this exquisite landmarked estate! MLS# 104500/105162 Competitive Service

$1,895,000 John & Lisa Cancro

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REASONS FOLKS ARE FLOCKING TO TAOS WRITTEN BY MANDY SOTELO

There have always been as many reasons people come to Taos as there are people coming to Taos, according to Dee Doubleday, Qualifying Broker and owner of Mariposa Realty of Taos, but at this exceptional moment, one particular impulse helps explain the dramatic increase in enthusiasm for our area. “Now’s the time to reconnect with our world,” Dee said. “There’s no better place to find that connection than Taos.” Newcomers to Taos soon become whole again by reestablishing a bond with any or all of these seven stand-out attributes.

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NATURE

ADVENTURE

One Mariposa client noticed the emphasis on large, covered portales and outdoor fireplaces common among Taos homes and commented that people here love to live outside. Dee agreed, crediting the beauty of our surroundings. “You can’t help but embrace that connection with nature,” she said. “We’re surrounded by spectacular views. No matter where you are or which direction you’re looking, you’re going to see stunning skies, mountains, sunsets.”

The wilderness in and around Taos inspires us to reconnect with the fundamentally human craving for exploration and discovery. “Outdoor adventure is a big part of why people come to Taos,” Dee said. “It’s the mountains. We have hiking, rafting, camping, and of course there are four ski resorts within 45 minutes of each other.”

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HISTORY

COMMUNITY

Where better to connect with history than one of the rare places where history is still being lived? In Taos, we see examples of this every day, as on the Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Center where Native traditions live on. Homebuyers in the Taos area are invited to “own a piece of history” by considering properties originally built by local historic figures.

You know you’re a part of something meaningful when you come to Taos, according to Dee. “We’re very much a small town. You have neighbors you can count on,” she said. Getting involved can be as simple as reaching out to one of Taos’ many nonprofits to find out how you can help support a cause that will strengthen our community even more.

CULTURE

OURSELVES

It’s a lively mix of customs and traditional values that gives Taos its captivating personality. We are still very much in touch with the multicultural backgrounds that make up our community, as they permeate every aspect of life, from food and drink to music and the arts to celebrations and observances.

Creative expression is perhaps the most rewarding way to keep in contact with what makes us who we are, with the built-in bonus of helping us grow into who we’re meant to become. Whether your medium of choice involves color, shadow, and light; wood, stone, and clay; words and music or something else only you could have thought of – Taos delivers the inspiration, resources, and support to accommodate every vision.

HEALTH AND SPIRITUALITY There’s something about Taos that welcomes every soul. The abundance of fresh air, open spaces, clean water, locally sourced and organic food, and a relaxed pace makes it the perfect setting to heal, inside and out. Whatever name you may or may not give your most cherished beliefs, you will find your people here.

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Taos Real Estate Market Report

The Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 added an extra surge of buyers to a market that has been steadily gaining momentum since 2015. The market looks set to remain very strong in 2021. January and February 2021 sales were well above 2020’s for the same months. Call me for a free market analysis of the value of your property, and a consultation about the selling process. SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES - 2020 unit sales of single-family homes–by far the biggest segment of the market–were 25% more than 2019; dollar sales were up 30%. This despite very low inventory of homes listed for sale. The supply of homes is nowhere near adequate for buyer demand, which spiked last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and which shows no sign of diminishing. Prices are rising at an accelerated rate. CONDOS - Demand has also increased. The lack of inventory is even more acute than for homes, and this was a limiting factor on sales: 2020 sold units were down 6% from 2019’s total. Prices are rising in this market segment, too. Median and average prices were up 25% and 10%, respectively. As a result, total dollar sales were up 3% despite the 6% drop in units sold. LAND - Unit sales finished 2020 down 6% from 2019. The land market hasn’t recovered from the real estate recession of 2008-2011 the way the residential market has. The cost to buy land and build a home has for years been substantially greater than the price of an existing home; and 2020 saw a huge jump in building costs. Nevertheless, with residential inventory so limited and unlikely to improve, some buyers will opt to buy land and build. Recently, there has been a sharp increase in pending land sales. We expect 2021 sales to be up significantly over 2020.

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NOTE: These data do not include Angel Fire and other areas in the Taos MLS that are not considered part of the main Taos market. Based on data from the Taos County Assn. Realtors MLS as of Feb. 25, 2021. Data are believed to be accurate, but are not guaranteed.

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Nestled in the trees on Upper El Salto Road, is a hand picked parcel of 2.25 acres of stunning land, surrounded by larger parcels. Drive into the upper portion that sits on a bluff, and you’re a stone’s throw from the El Salto water falls. Between the majestic trees, you have amazing sunset views, and to the east is El Salto Mountain. Property is lled with Pinon, Juniper and Gambel oak, along with stately Ponderosa Pines. Seller is representing the land, but there is a shell of a studio that could be your starter cabin in the woods. There’s plenty of room on the bluff to build your dream home, as were the Sellers plans, but then life happens. Call me if you’re thinking of a dream home and would like to walk this very special parcel in the highly sought after area of El Salto. Just minutes to the quaint hamlet of Arroyo Seco, minutes up to the World Famous Taos Ski Valley, and also to The Town of Taos. El Salto is where you can enjoy being in the woods when you walk out your front door. MLS 106424 $250,000

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SINGING RIVER RANCH

On 22+ secluded acres of river fronted land in Cabresto Canyon, Singing River Ranch is the ideal setting for your retreat center, out tting camp,or private hideaway. With an owners cabin, 4 guest cabins, a lodge house with commercial kitchen and ADA compliant baths, 3 wells and recently upgraded septic systems this jewel is ready for new life and love. MLS# 106154 – $975,00

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This beautifully designed, Edelman- built, 3-bed/2-bath, adobe and frame home is all about the views. With vigas, tile oors and counters, 2 large two-car garages, come take a look. MLS #106437 – $748,000

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Elegant, light & bright, 3 bed/ 2 bath, 1890 sq ft Pueblo style home on ~ 1 acre with the 360 degree forever views, located in the desirable Colonias Pointe neighborhood. Features high ceilings w/ clerestory windows, plastered walls and stained concrete oors. MLS# 106115 – $419,000

LIVE/WORK IN OJO CALIENTE

Set on a lush, quiet, secluded, verdant 6.7 acre tract fronting the Rio Ojo Caliente is this 76x30 ft metal building with a sleeping space and bath on a septic with community water + surface irrigation rights. MLS# 106170 – $210,000

COMMERCIAL IN PEÑASCO

Well maintained commercial building on NM 73 with 10 parking spaces, good outdoor lighting, wheel chair ramp, 2 ADA baths; reception area, 6 private of ces. MLS# 101387 – $135,000

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REALTOR PROFILE

MEET

LUISA GUERCINI BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES TAOS REAL ESTATE WRITTEN BY MACKENZI FREDERICK

customer service positions in Dallas. When she had the opportunity to enter the realty profession, she did so with enthusiasm. She appreciates the beauty of the Southwest architecture and landscapes found in New Mexico. She’s now had her license shy of two years and works as an associate broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate. In that short time, she’s dedicated herself to this profession. Though many local realtors divide their time between several jobs, Guercini is an agent full-time. In the time she has been a broker, she feels like she’s “gotten quite a bit of experience,” assisting clients in buying and selling properties from “a vast array of categories” and around the area, including “vacant land, condos in the ski valley, the Town of Taos, Weimer, El Prado and Ranchos de Taos.” Full-Service Assistance What does it look like to work with Guercini? She strives to address the needs of a range of clients, both locals and from across the country, briefing them about “resources in the area.” She enjoys helping transplants to Taos, “especially those from urban areas,” welcoming them to the community and helping “guide them through every aspect of the process, as much as I possibly can.” This can include everything from a recommendation for a home inspector, ideas for staging a house, steps to prepare to list, answering questions about titles, helping clients navigate contracts, to creating a pricing strategy.

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Taos Connections Though Luisa Guercini has only resided in Taos since 2018, her connection to the area stretches back to her childhood. Raised in Texas, she regularly visited family here. The daughter of an Italian immigrant, she has lived throughout the United States and in Italy. Several years ago, she realized she “wanted to escape the city” and Taos seemed a good place to try. Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit last year, she’s been especially grateful to be in this community. After relocating, she dove into the ‘Taos shuffle,’ waiting tables and tending shops; she was previously employed in retail and

Guercini’s goal is to be a full-service guide for her clients. She is “quick to respond to questions and follow up as quickly as they come.” She describes “interacting with people” as a strength, no surprise given her previous careers. Drawing on her skills as a negotiator, she’s “sold the majority of the listings that I’ve gotten,” which includes multiple condominiums in Taos Ski Valley. Guercini notes that “the market has grown tremendously, with property values going way up” in the last year. For those who have put off the decision to list their property, now is a great time to sell it. It has shifted from “a buyer’s to a seller’s market.” How does Guercini relax when she isn’t engaged with clients? She likes to hike, snowshoe and explore Taos and the surrounding region. She spends hours wandering the wool and arts festivals. You can find her shopping at the Taos Farmer’s Market during the growing season. Luisa Guercini invites new buyers and sellers to work with her. “I would be pleased to help with your property search or salein or around Taos.”

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A FABULOUS TWO STORY,

with attached studio/ office, private courtyard in a quiet neighborhood with unobstructed views of Taos Mountain and the Morada. A corner kiva fireplace in the living room boasts a traditional Taos ambiance, timeless features such as wood floors, vaulted ceiling and beams. This authentic home maintains original character and style offering updated remodeled studio and water rights. The last house on a dead end street, walk to the plaza, restaurants, shopping and enjoy special events at Kit Carson Park. MLS#106246 – $729,000

IN THE HEART OF TOWN

3bd/2bth log Cabin home in Taos Canyon. A great starter home and it is close to 4 Ski Resorts within an hours drive. The property boarders Carson National forest in the back and is nestled in the trees. 20 minutes to towns, schools and shopping. Easy access to hiking and many outdoor activities. Plus home has a unique access/crawl space under the house which can be used as a large storage space and small possible workshop area.

THIS IS A SWEET

this approximately 2200 square foot home has been gingerly cared for by the owners. It is 3 bedrooms 1 full bath and 1 half bath with a 2 car garage on .16 acre, take advantage of the views, natural gas, town water and sewer. Could be a lovely family home or a long term rental property or even a small business downstairs with upstairs living. On Kit Carson Road only two and half blocks from the plaza. This one is move in ready and waiting for you!

MLS# 106474 – $310,000

MLS#105280 – $495,000

LARGE BUILDING LOT OR SUBDIVIDE with

PRICE JUST REDUCED. Build your dream house on this

County approval. Big expansive views of the mountains plus easy and quick access to Historic Downtown Taos and the Taos Ski Valley. Of course you have the best all around 360 degree views...and oh the amazing sunsets.

very beautiful 2 acre home site with simple restrictions, convenience, and lovely views, a perfect place for a solar site, it borders the country club area, is close to the Taos UMN Klauer campus, a county maintained road, and is 15 minutes to town, shopping and schools.

MLS# 104373 – $125,000

MLS# 104645 – $70,000

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Easy access from a paved road on the south and gravel road on the west side, in the Rio Grande del Norte Overlook area. 5 acres of land off County Road C-110, $75,000. Gently sloping for easy construction. Plenty of space for your future family compound. MLS #105447

Work remotely from these locations with Kit Carson Rural Electric Cooperative’s High Speed Fiber Optic lines. Two nice lots, each 1.25 acres with electricity located off Camino de los Arroyos in the Vista Linda subdivision, $57,000 each, located in an attractive neighborhood. MLS#s 104479 and 104480.

Looking for a project? A combination of residential and commercial units off the St. Francis Plaza in Ranchos de Taos. Two units with commercial potential front on the historic plaza. Well, El Valle Sewer connection, natural gas on 0.35 acres MLS# 104384 $269,000. This is an interesting opportunity for the creative handy person.

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Your Resource for your 21st Century iving A WALK TO THE PLAZA A fabulous two story home, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, with attached studio/ office, a private courtyard in a quiet neighborhood with unobstructed views of Taos Mountain and the Morada. The living room boasts a corner kiva fireplace for traditional Taos ambiance, timeless features such as wood floors, vaulted ceiling and, beams. A spacious dining area opens unto a deck for outdoor dining. This authentic home maintains original character and style offering updated remodeled studio, bathroom, kitchen with granite counter tops, gas oven, range refrigerator, dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a studio / office, bathroom, a utility room with storage shelves, a washer/dryer which convey with the sale. Has town water and sewer, a well and water rights. The last house on a dead end street, walking distance to the plaza, restaurants, shopping and enjoy special events at Kit Carson Park. MLS # 106246

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As we have adjusted over this past year to a new way of life, with vastly more of us working from our homes, home office remodeling trends have leapt to keep pace. Experts suggest putting more of your remodeling dollars toward sprucing up the home office. Bob Orner has been building in Taos for nearly half a century. His company, Up Front Constructions, recently completed a two-year job building out the top two floors of the Blake Hotel in the Taos Ski Valley. He spoke with us about doing business during the pandemic, sources of inspiration and how the long quarantine has brought the home office remodel to the forefront. “I moved to Taos, from Montana, when I was 20 (44 years ago), not knowing anyone, just looking for adventure. I had headed out to Montana from New Jersey when I was 15, to live on a ranch with my dad, step-mom and six siblings, and finished up high school there. During that time I fell in love with woodworking and started making furniture. I later built a log

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spec house there with my older brother, which sold right away. That was not easy because every time we picked up a heavy log to put in place on the wall we would start laughing and have to put it back down, then try again. Our sense of humor damn near killed us. I then set off for Taos on my motorbike, all starry-eyed, with 50 bucks in my back pocket. My first stop, as I rolled into town, was the gas station, where I landed my first job pumping gas. Soon after that, I met a contractor and joined his crew. We worked together for the next eight years before I started Up Front Construction out of necessity, as work had dried up. It was funny, my boss always used to say, ‘Don’t ever become a contractor, it sucks!’ He was pretty convincing for a while, until I landed my first job and realized that I loved running construction jobs — and still do! “Currently we focus on building custom homes, additions and renovations out of adobe, frame and pumice. I really enjoy the old, authentic adobe look, with wavy walls and lots of

artistic character, like viga ends that protrude from exterior walls at different lengths and angles. My favorite places to visit for inspiration are the Fechin House, the Mabel Dodge Luhan House and the old Victor Higgins home, to name just a few. “I really appreciate all my talented, dependable, local employees, whose expertise and integrity create the foundation of everything we do. My supervisors Richard Hoyle and Gary Apodaca have worked for me for about 30 years, and my other supervisor, Brian Trujillo, has been with me for 22 years — all three of them are invaluable to my business, and to my clients. I am blessed to have had their support and loyalty over all these years.

“Since the pandemic began, many people have had to transition to working from home.” – Bob Orner

“Since the pandemic began, many people have had to transition to working from home, so home offices (with good internet connections) have become a necessity, and I don’t see that need going away in the future. If you do not currently have a home office, consider it a worthwhile home improvement investment that will increase the value of your home. And of course, visitors have realized that their home offices can be anywhere — including beautiful Taos. Many are now moving here and the construction industry is booming. My crew and I have all been breathing a sigh of relief (with masks on, of course) and have kept busy. I feel very thankful everyday to live in Taos, and that my employees and clients and I have stayed healthy.”

Bob Orner, Principal Upfront Construction Co., Inc. 267 State Rd. 240 Taos, NM 87571 575-758-1907

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Y O U R T H I R D G E N E R AT I O N T A O S R E A LTO R THE HARPER ESTATE IN WEIMER

MLS 105741

1,200,000

SOLD! HOSPITAL AREA

MLS 105821

585,000

SOLD! A DREAM COME TRUE

MLS 105524

298,000

HONDO MESA SANCTUARY

MLS 106363

680,000

VIEWS,VIEWS, VIEWS!

MLS 104997

99,000

NEW LISTING

MLS 106301

425,000

ONLY THE FINEST UNDER CONTRACT

MLS 104644

265,000

CREATIVE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

GREAT JOB, TAOS! STAY GREEN! MLS 104664

1,150,000 IN TAOS, MASK UP!

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MAKING DREAMS

REALITY

Town: Diamond in the Rough

Town Private Retreat

Blueberry Hill: Immaculate

El Prado: Family Home

Valdez Hidden Gem

Amizette Condo/Base Camp

Upper Ranchitos Tranquility

Blueberry Hill Beauty

Taos Ski Valley: Family/Corporate Retreat

3BD/2BA/2CG 1.0AC $435,000 MLS 106425

2BD/3BA/ 3.00AC $895,000 MLS 105676

2 HOUSES/R-14/.59AC $436,000 MLS 104889

4BD/3.5BA/2.33AC $2,350,000 MLS 104763

4BD/2BA/1.97AC $370,000 MLS 105678

4BD/4.5BA $999,000 MLS 105376

1BD/1BA/ 617SQFT $225,000 MLS 105422

3BD/2BA $525,000 MLS 105607

4BD/4BA/2CG 3700sqft $1,550,000 MLS 101589

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SF Residential Units Sold: 2000-2020 393,315

345,178

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314,367

283,051

266,000

320,000

335,000

356,494

410,099

277,000

257,518

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300,000

218,490

350,000

298,222

400,000

350,255

450,000

384,494

SF Residential Average Price Sold:2000-2020

ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS: “STRIKE WHILE THE IRON IS HOT!” PEOPLE ARE MOVING NOW. 2021 AVERAGE SALES PRICE: $478,514 2021 MEDIAN SALES PRICE: $456,947 PENDING CONTRACTS AVERAGING: $485,000 DAYS ON MARKET: LIST TO CLOSE: 143 Stats are based on the Taos County MLS for the Taos Greater Valley including Taos Ski Valley, excluding Angel Fire, Red River, Black Lake, Chama, Velarde, Other.

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North/Sandia Canyon

Hwy 150/Ski Valley Road

Hwy 150/Taos Tennis Ranch

Yucca Plaza/Paseo del Pueblo del Norte

Historic Kit Carson Road

13.14AC $215,000 MLS 103744

1.76 AC $94,000 MLS 101453

7.52 AC $1,400,000 MLS 95453

COMMERCIAL 1AC $65,000 MLS 104429

3.67AC $85,000 MLS 102061

10,000 SQFT/0.78AC $1,200,000 MLS 105409

1.24 AC $75,000 MLS 102320

8.99 AC $495,000 MLS 106446

Multiple Spaces/0.19AC $849,900 MLS 106287

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Experienced Broker for Buyers & Sellers

575-770-0569 call/text kiva@newmex.com kiva.bhhstaos.com

LOVELY L A N D Ready to Build One acre convenient to the center of Town of Taos with mountain views. Wellshare included. Power, phone, natural gas and ber optic at lot. $54,900 MLS 105139

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Exquisite El Salto

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“KIVA IS A TERRIFIC COMBINATION: knowledgeable, professional, personable, and responsive. She was a pleasure to collaborate with and we are extremely pleased with the outcome.” — Deb

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Quintessential Northern New Mexico

Lovely 0.89 acre lot with great views on the north side of the Town of Taos on the way to Taos Ski Valley. $58,000 MLS 105927

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575-779-6032 -Kevin 575-776-7491- Laine kevinlchanler@gmail.com laineember@yahoo.com kevinandlaine.bhhsTAOS.com

5.8 Forested Acres. $40,000 MLS 106290

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OLDacre just north of the SOne Town of Taos. $47,900 MLS 104251

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Easy Building Site

Excellent Location

Spacious 4.45 acres and wonderful views. Easy access to Town of Taos and TSV. Owner nancing available. $55,000 MLS 105967

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Immaculate 4412 sf home on 2.37 acres SOLD with breathtaking views. Close to Arroyo Seco and Taos Ski Valley $825,000 MLS 104782

Find peace, quiet & 360 views on this 3 acre lot, 12mi from Town. Walking/biking/equestrian easement to BLM and Rio Grande Gorge. $35,000 MLS 106054

Sweet Spot

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KAREN TODD

Associate Broker/REALTOR 575-613-3430 call/text dragon ytaos2@gmail.com karen.bhhsTAOS.com

MAIN HOUSE - GUEST HOUSE - BARN SHEDS - ACREAGE - HEATED POOL MLS 106471 - $1,750,000

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“Working with Ryan on the purchase of my first home felt like hitting the realtor lottery...His deep family roots in the community allowed us to get any plumber, contractor, inspector, lender, etc on the line within hours...I continue to be thankful to him (and hit him up for local recommendations!) and look forward to having a new friend in town. If you have the chance to work with Ryan, do not hesitate!”

Top producing new Realtor:

Ryan Trujillo

“Very professional in every way. He was always available and very responsive to all our needs. Even when facing challenging situations he was able to work through the issues thoughtfully, thoroughly and with our best interests in mind. A delight to work with.”

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yan Trujillo, a Taos native and 2008 Taos High School graduate has become quite a familiar face in Northern New Mexico over the past year, particularly in the Real Estate community. He was recently acknowledged as one of the top producing Realtors in New Mexico and #1 Top Producing New Broker in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices system for BHHS New Mexico in 2020. The Taos News asked Trujillo about his transition back into the community and his successful first year in the real estate industry, along with his thoughts on the bustling New Mexico market and on preserving the rich history, culture, and heritage of the region.

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TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR CONNECTION TO NEW MEXICO. Growing up in Taos, I’ve been fortunate to be part of a culturally rich community, surrounded by an incredibly diverse landscape that offers a plethora of activities to experience, and breathtaking views. Taos draws people here for so many reasons which makes it an ideal place to live and visit -- it’s a big melting which makes Taos so unique. Growing up here, I experienced living off the land in the truest sense: tending to gardens and orchards, spending time in the mountains skiing, camping, hunting, and fishing. My connection to the area is quite deep. I was born and raised here in El Prado. My grandparents were a big part of my growing up. My grandfather Luis Martinez was the owner of the Gulf gas station on Taos Plaza, county commissioner, and a bus driver for which he is probably most well-known. My father, Phillip Trujillo, is a contractor who built Orlando’s Restaurant (originally a Southwestern art trading post) and my mother, Francina Martinez, is a real estate specialist for the U.S. government. My aunt and biggest supporter, Dolores Trujillo, was a long time educator within the Taos school district.

As a child, I was an avid local sports fan, and later became a Taos Tiger participating in football, track, basketball, baseball & most notably soccer where we won the District championship my senior under Jake Mossman, and one of the great coaches of the sport - Michael Hensley.

land, now is certainly the best time to do so. It’s also not a bad time to consider buying property with historically low interest rates being offered by lenders. Regardless, it’s worth having a conversation and exploring your options, and I’m here to help with just that.

After graduating in 2008, I left Taos to attend Occidental College in Los Angeles. While there, I played Division III collegiate soccer and earned a Bachelor of Political Science degree with an emphasis in International Relations. During summer and winter breaks, I made it a point to return home to visit family and volunteer with local organizations helping advance the well-being of the community.

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR TAKE ON WHAT THE COMMUNITY CAN DO TO PRESERVE THE HISTORY, CULTURE, AND HERITAGE?

WHAT WAS THE JOURNEY LIKE RETURNING BACK HOME? After graduating from college, I had the opportunity to teach English to children in Spain, and travel throughout Europe, immersing myself in many local communities and cultures. In between I worked for sports and entertainment organizations (IMG, Fox Sports & San Jose Earthquakes of Major League Soccer). I was then recruited by a fast growing global software company in San Francisco where I led a branch of their marketing team. In the summer of 2019, I returned to Taos. I missed my family and the land and wanted to reconnect with my roots. The decision to get into real estate was born out of my family history here in Northern New Mexico and my enjoyment of the land. I love sharing the land and the rich history of Taos with people. With that in mind, I became a Realtor in November the same year I returned. Shortly after beginning this new career, I met Page Sullivan, a veteran realtor who is a wealth of knowledge and who I like to refer to as the “Queen of real estate” in Northern New Mexico. Page has been a major influence from who I’ve learned so much from in such a short period of time. At the Page Sullivan Group of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate, we are a team in the truest sense (and to many degrees a family) who truly cares about helping others as if we’re helping our own family. We bring a unique pallet of experience and [local] knowledge to those looking to sell or purchase property for the right value, and we’re surrounded by an even larger team to support our clients’ needs. WHAT’S YOUR TAKE ON THE CURRENT REAL ESTATE MARKET? There is a real estate boom across the country, but in Taos it is unique because it is a small town and a very desirable place. While it is a great market, it is also a challenging one. There is limited inventory, which makes it harder on the community and people who seek longer term housing. It’s a balancing act - a challenge to make sure Taos remains a place where everybody has a place to live. If anyone has thought about selling their home or

the different architectural styles; the region is known for traditional Southwest adobe, territorials, sustainable Earthships, and more. If you plan on buying with a mortgage, start a conversation with a lender; there’s a variety of local and national lenders available to help get the ball rolling. If you are looking to sell, now is truly the best time to take advantage of the market and make sure you get the most value out of your property.

The region is made up of a remarkably special and diverse community. It all begins with recognizing the beauty of nature around us and respecting Mother Nature, along with acknowledging those who have come before us to shape our rich traditions, especially the indigenous community. Preserving the community includes things like supporting local businesses and artisans, looking for ways to care for our elders and veterans, supporting youth education programs and extracurricular activities, donating to local charities, etc. The responsibility really rests on the entire community, along with those who visit our precious region. I try to support local businesses by consuming their goods and encouraging others to do the same. This summer, I’m hoping to coordinate a clean-up of the mountains around Taos. When we travel to the mountains, there are piles of trash off to the side of the road. To me it is important to clean it up as it’s really a scar on the beauty that makes up so much of where we live. Also important to me is caring for our elders. I was fortunate to have my grandfather until he was 100 years old and saw the need for our elders to be appropriately cared for and loved. In the future, I look forward to getting involved in youth sports, local politics, and continuing to promote health and wellness within the community.

LASTLY, HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED IMMEDIATELY WITH HELPING THE COMMUNITY? First - stay informed with a local publication like The Taos News. Learn about volunteer and donation opportunities. Utilize social media; follow @Taos @HomInNM on Instagram. Participate in conversations on local Facebook groups. Local community boards are also great in a small town like Taos. Consume literature about the region and familiarize yourself with past and current artists. Look out for more information about the upcoming Taos Mountains Trash Pick-Up being planned for late Summer 2021 which I envision as a partnership with local organizations and businesses to help refresh our mountains at, PreserveTaos.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION

Ryan Trujillo, Associate Broker at Page Sullivan Group | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate | 314 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte A, Taos, NM 87571. E-mail: ryan@HomeInNM.com Phone: C: 575.770.8650 O: 575.758.1924 Website: www.HomeInNM.com or follow Ryan on social media @HomeInNM on Facebook and Instagram.

WHAT IS YOUR GOAL AS A REALTOR? My goal as a Realtor is to help others, as if I’m helping my own family. I want them to feel comfortable, knowledgeable, and confident with what for many is their most significant purchase of their life. I want to be there for them and educate people about the community; to be an inside resource to Northern New Mexico. I bring many unique attributes to the table with my prior experience working in fast-paced environments where I had to utilize technology; and now I use it to my clients’ advantage. The way people shop for real estate has drastically changed, especially today where people rely on technology to buy property remotely. WHAT’S YOUR ADVICE FOR THOSE LOOKING TO BUY PROPERTY IN THE AREA? AND TO THOSE WHO MAY BE LOOKING TO SELL THEIR PROPERTY, OR ARE ON THE FENCE? For buyers, I suggest they develop an understanding of different areas of Taos; all are unique and special in their own way. Learn about

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14.51 AC. IN DESIRABLE EL MIRADOR SUBDIVISION. NAT’L GAS, ELECTRIC, & PHONE AT LOT. $119,000 MLS#105877

Right in the

of Town

BUILDING SITE ZONED R-14 WITHIN A SHORT WALK TO HISTORIC TAOS PLAZA. MANY OPTIONS. $149,000 MLS#106489

Fabulous Foothills

OFF GRID 35 SECLUDED AC. PARCEL W/ 360 VIEWS WEST OF THE GORGE BRIDGE. $28,000 MLS#103824

A Cut Above

3.71 AC IN DESIRABLE STAKE OUT AREA READY FOR YOUR DREAM HOME. UTILITIES AT LOT. $224,000 MLS#106124

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1.04 AC. PARCEL W/ GREAT ACCESS TO TOWN, TSV, & MORE IN UPPER COLONIAS. $45,000 MLS#102272

Desirable Homesite

5.0 AC. BUILDING SITE ON HONDO MESA IN SUBDIVISION W/ SENSIBLE RESTRICTIONS. $75,000 MLS#102274

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7.2 AC W/ WATER RIGHTS IN ARROYO HONDO. BUILDING PLANS ARE AVAILABLE. $68,000 MLS#104733

Fronting Highway

Great Location. Great Price.

1.45 AC IN DEVELOPING AREA (ON SOUTH GUSDORF) ZONED C-1. GET CREATIVE! $145,000 MLS#106327

5.0 AC HOME SITE ON RIO GRANDE GORGE RIM OVERLOOKING THE HONDO MESA. $89,900 MLS#106328

Too Good To Be True

360 Views!

Commercial Lot

Let Nature Be Your Neighbor

5.16 AC. PREMIERE BUILDING SITE IN WIEMER FOOTHILLS W/ 400’ WELL IN PLACE. $249,000 MLS#106082

Corner Commercial

IN-TOWN .53 AC. BUSY CORNER LOT ZONED C-1. HIGH VISIBILITY W/ OPTIONS. $95,000 MLS#106134

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1.26 AC. LOT W/ VIEWS IN VISTA LINDA SUBDIVISION W/ SENSIBLE RESTRICTIONS. $42,500 MLS#102292

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Footloose & Fancy Free

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NEW CONSTRUCTION 2,284 SQ. FT. 3BR/2BA/2CG ON 3.8 AC. IN NEW SUBDIVISION IN STAKEOUT AREA. $799,000 MLS#105651

The Big Easy

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UPSCALE IN-TOWN 1BR/1BA 811 SQ.FT. CONDO IN SMALL COMPLEX W/ SOLID HOA. RIGHT OFF KIT CARSON RD. $297,500 MLS#106317

Think Outside the Box?

3,800 SQ.FT. DOME W/ ON 6 AC. ON THE RIO PUEBLO + DEN/MEDIA RM, SOLARIUM, GALLERY & OFFICE. $895,000 MLS#105130

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EASY, CAREFREE LIVING IN THIS 2BR/2BA ONE LEVEL CONDO. CONVENIENT INTOWN LOCATION CLOSE TO EVERYTHING. $299,000

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CUSTOM 2BR/2BA PUEBLO STYLE HOME W/ 2 CAR GARAGE BUILT IN 2018. CLOSE TO HISTORIC TAOS PLAZA ON DOLAN ST. $569,000 MLS#106432

When Quality Counts

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1275 SQ FT CLASSIC ADOBE W/ SOUTHWESTERN FINISHES OVERLOOKING THE ARROYO HONDO VALLEY. $349,000

QUALITY 3BR/2.5BA + OFFICE PUEBLO STYLE HOME W/ 2 CAR HEATED GARAGE ON .86 AC. SOUTH OF TOWN. $499,000 MLS#106400

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Sweet Retreat

A 3-STRUCTURE OASIS (1BR/1BA HEXAGON, 2BR/2BA GUEST HOUSE, 512 SQ FT STUDIO) SET ON 3.2 AC. $832,500 MLS#101181

of Taos

BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED FAMILY COMPOUND OR CAN BE USED FOR 4 POSSIBLE RENTAL UNITS. $1,195,000 MLS#104605

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BACKS UP TO NATIONAL FOREST MLS 10

Beautiful cottage style home set on over 12 1/2 acres. Tons of Aspens and mature Pine with plenty of wildlife. Beautiful views of the ski area from living room and deck.

$1,500,000

MLS 10621 Angel Fire Villa was built in 2007 by Blue Ray Homes. Parade of Homes winner of Grand Hacienda, Best Interior and Best Exterior! Gourmet kitchen with concrete counter tops, gas stove, double ovens, abundant counter space and cabinets. Dramatic living room with 28’ ceiling with assive rock replace. $1,399,900

MLS 10432 This gorgeous house sits just a couple of blocks off of Monte Verde Lake with easy access to all the amenities that Angel Fire has to offer including skiing and golng. Log and stucco exterior Approx 5300 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Impressive natural log columns adorn the living room and kitchen area. Rock replace is the focal point in the massive living room. $1,250,000

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MLS104 81 This property is part of the Hidden Lake Subdivision approximately 12 miles south of the Angel Fire Resort. Hidden lake has private road maintenance supplied by the subdivision caretaker. It also has great shing at the common area Hidden Lake. This home is built with upscale appointments. It has spectacular views of the Wheeler Peak Wilderness area, Carson National Forest and the Black Lake area. Watch the elk from this very secluded home. $1,200,000

MLS 103918 The views are astonishing! This gorgeous 2.3 acre lot has all that one would desire in living in the mountains. Expansive, southern and western views give you all day sun for a beautiful, warm and inviting home to be. There’s no shortage of wildlife viewing up here on top of the world. $139,000

MLS 104006 FOR THE ADVENTURER IN LIFE! Set on 33.3 acres with an abundance of wildlife, this property captures true mountain avor and all just a short distance in to Angel Fire for skiing and golng. Log home with approx. 2145 sq. ft. plus a 30 x 40 heated metal garage and acreage to boot. Pond with windmill sits just in front of the house and well stocked with sh. Borders Carson National Forest. Constructed of 10 inch logs and sips panel construction with in-oor heat. 3 bed, 2 bath and all single level living. $999,000

3375 Mountain View Blvd. Suite E Angel Fire, NM 87710 Office: 575.377.1192 Email: lisa@cbangelfire.com angelfire.realestate NOTE: The information supplied on these properties is from sources deemed to be reliable. No warranties, either expressed or implied, are made by COLDWELL BANKER MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES. Purchasers should verify all facts. These listings are subject to prior sale, withdrawal, or change by owner.

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The Walking Rain Group EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS. 575.758.8673 | 204 Paseo del Pueblo Norte | taos.realestate

This SPECTACULAR mountain retreat was originally owned by an architect who designed the house. The property is situated atop the highest ridge in Ojo Sarco off the High Road to Taos with views of Truchas Peaks, Ojo Sarco Valley, Jicarita Peak and the Rio Grande Gorge. The house is constructed of 3-inch Styrofoam large interlocking forms on each side with 6 inches of poured concrete between the forms, poured concrete between the rst and second levels, and poured concrete between the second level and the roof. This type of construction allows for a year-round interior temperature between 70 and 75 degrees. This well-maintained Pueblo-style home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, 2125 square feet, on 4.64 acres borders the Carson National Forest.

$565,000

Stunning mountain views abound overlooking Guadalupita and Mora Valleys. Walk into this luxury retreat at 7, 900 feet elevation from the spacious portal and imagine yourself relaxing in the great room with 22-foot vaulted double-viga and tongue and groove ceilings, and a wall of windows surrounding the large stone replace with wraparound views! This special property offers an open oor plan, gourmet kitchen with Silestone quartz countertops, eat-in bar, custom hickory cabinets, six-burner commercial Wolf gas range and large pantry. Situated at the end of the road, on top of the mountain, in Twin Pines subdivision of Trumbull Canyon, outside the picturesque mountain village of Mora, this property is a 45-minute drive to Angel Fire Ski and Summer Resort.

$650,000

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WONDERFUL PUEBLO STYLE HOME! Beautiful 3BR/3BA southwestern home on 1.4 acre lot only a mile from Taos Plaza. Close to town but in Taos County. Tile floors & vigas throughout, great mountain views, double garage, RV carport, irrigation rights. It’s being sold fully furnished and equipped. A true hidden treasure! Excellent storage throughout, very easy access, space for a casita, studio or a fabulous yard. Please call for details and a showing! MLS 106435 | $580,000 Call Jan

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Beautiful building site on Hondo Mesa, easy access. Utilities in the road. Panoramic mountain and sunset views! Nice neighboring homes. Easy access to Taos, Taos Ski Valley and Rio Grande. Hiking, rafting, skiing, rock climbing, fishing only minutes away! 5 acres.

The only vacant lot left in Adobe Vista is available. Town services, great neighborhood, more convenient than you can believe. Some fencing. Perfect spot for your new home.

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Patrick O’Brien of The Salamander Company LLC. has been helping people build their dream homes for more than 20 years. In doing so, O’Brien and former partner Robert Ivy have earned a reputation as craftsmen, collaborative partners, and innovative solution-seekers. When asked about the essence of Salamander Company’s approach, O’Brien says “We always strive to be creative in our problem-solving and use that as an approach to the whole project.” He explains that each person on the crew and the subcontractor companies form a whole team; doing the best they can for the sake of their own work and for the mission, which is completing the house for the client. Establishing a good relationship with the client for a new home or renovation project is the key first step. “After you meet a new client, you move very quickly into a relationship of high trust that lasts for eight to 10 months,” observes O’Brien. “People are asked to commit a lot of money to the project. We try to maintain the initial level of trust all the way through the project and well into the future.” As a longtime Taos resident, O’Brien strives to do the best job possible and to make sure all communications are honest and transparent. He explains at the beginning of the process exactly what the company charges and why. That honesty has been particularly important over the past year, as the pandemic has increased prices dramatically and lengthened the time frame for construction projects.

PANDEMIC IMPACTS The arrival of COVID-19 last spring introduced a host of new challenges for projects already underway. “There are inevitably surprises with any project,” says O’Brien. “This past year has been full of them with supply chain issues and price increases.” When the pandemic hit last March, the company shut down for eight weeks. O’Brien was able to get a PPP loan that allowed him to continue to pay his crew. In the midst of two renovations, he had to work with his clients to explain that the timeline for their projects would be extended. It’s always a challenge to keep a construction project moving on its original timeline, but with COVID restrictions, those issues were compounded. “Usually, you can load up crews on the site, with different subs working in the same room,” O’Brien explains. “Now, we need to keep personnel on the job site to a minimum, staggering the subcontractors, which adds challenges to scheduling a project and affects the timeline.” Among other problems to solve has been the skyrocketing costs of building materials. Salamander Company always builds in

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a 5 percent allowance for rising prices, but the pandemic increases have been 30-70 percent. Plywood, truss packages, and metal fasteners are among the materials that have increased. It becomes a matter of communication between the client and contractor, identifying trends and the increased costs based on those trends. “ In talking to managers at local hardware stores, increased prices are coming from the distributors, everything has ramped up,” says O’Brien. “I expect the prices to come down a certain degree, but not to pre-pandemic levels. I think we are looking at a new normal.” And what might the new normal be? In the past, construction costs to build might vary between $250 and $280 a square foot. Now, O’Brien uses $280 - $300 as a place to start pricing, hoping that it won’t cost that much for the finished project.

NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Currently, Salamander Company is building a new house near Arroyo Seco for a local who has lived here a long time. “This is her retirement dream house,” explains O’Brien. “It is a modest-sized house with 1,200 square feet inside and a similar amount of outdoor space, including a carport and portal. Outdoor space is important because for so many months of the year it is easy to maintain indoor/outdoor living.” Although the house is small, O’Brien describes it as handsome. The house has a stucco exterior and extensive rich wood details inside and out. It also has some features that are more hidden. It is being built with super tight construction, part of a series of developing practices representing a current trend in building.

THE TREND TOWARDS THE PASSIVE HOUSE A passive house is super-insulated, from the foundation up to the finishes and almost airtight, making the heating systems relatively inexpensive and requiring very little energy to heat. All-electric homes are being supplemented with solar panels, in some cases producing a net zero energy house that produces as much energy as it uses. As is the case with the Arroyo Seco home, there is propane for radiant floor heat with a wood stove as back up. “The passive house is super energy efficient and airtight so there is less need less for propane to keep the house comfortable and warm. I’d like to take the company into the passive home direction, learning from locals who are working in the field and from the reading I am doing. It makes so much sense.” An important part of the approach is triple pane windows, which cost more but reduce the price of the mechanical systems and energy over time. “If you have less house to

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heat and an easier house to heat those two things go hand-in-hand,” says O’Brien. With renovations, the emphasis tends to be on stylistic changes, but there may still be some possibility of adapting the passive home approach through retrofitting older homes, although it is more of a challenge. O’Brien would like to develop a simple energy modeling tool to look at savings from improvements like changing out windows or adding insulation. Such a model could show initial costs for improvements and then estimate the energy savings over a period of years. While the monetary payback might take a number of years, there is an immediate benefit in increased comfort.

LOOKING BACK AND FORWARD Part of the success of Salamander Company is its reliance on local expertise. The crew is all local and the subcontractors are long-standing companies like Valverde Energy and Maes Electrical. Maintaining these relationships ensures collaborative problem-solving and competitive pricing, based on the desire to continue to work together in the future. Local designers are also important to high quality results; EDGE and Henry Architects are frequent partners. Recently there was a change at Salamander Company. O’Brien is now the sole proprietor, but he had a partner who retired at the beginning of the year. Robert Ivy was O’Brien’s partner for 20 years. O’Brien says, “A lot of success that the company has had is based on the reputation that he and I built together.” That reputation has translated into consistent projects with repeat business and new clients coming through word of mouth and more recently a few internet ads. And the demand is increasing. “I’ve had more calls in the last six months than in a typical two-to three-year period. It’s like the dam broke. Since the pandemic began, more people are working remotely and looking at communities like Taos,” O’Brien explains. “A young couple has been traveling around the country in their RV for the last three to four years. They’ve finally decided to make Taos their home. They have a modest-sized house planned for a beautiful property in Arroyo Hondo. It is their dream and I’m happy to be involved. They are super excited and that makes me feel excited, too.”

TO FIND OUT MORE If you are considering building or renovating, visit the Salamander Company website at thesalamandercompany.com to view the portfolio of projects. Contact Patrick O’Brien at (575) 741-0602 or email thesalamanderco@yahoo.com.

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McElmo Creek Guest Ranch - Cortez, CO 71 Acres - 4,800,000 McElmo Creek Guest Ranch is a one of a kind gorgeous guest ranch where the desert Southwest meets the lush irrigated cottonwood creek bottoms of McElmo Creek. The owners brought back to life old homestead structures, painstakingly restoring, each designed and furnished to tell its own story. The ranch is complete with water rights and irrigated elds. Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a truly special property. Dreams are ful lled and memories made at McElmo Creek!

Secret Valley Ranch - Lindrith, NM 320 acres - $698,000 Tucked away in its own hidden valley the ranch is complete with a large eld, offgrid home, well, and ponds. The ranch is an excellent hunting property receiving elk tags and can also get mule deer tags in a trophy producing area. All improvements are in excellent condition ready for the hunting season.

Chama River Canyon Ranch - Cebolla, NM 2,680 Acres - $2,500,000 Chama River Canyon Ranch is a captivating ranch with unexpected qualities starting the moment you drive up to the front gate. You will stand at the edge of the rimrock overlooking deep canyons with streams and waterholes shadowed by large cliff faces, aspens, cottonwoods and ponderosas. The ease of operating this cattle ranch will be immediately evident. Moving cattle, feeding, and calving can all be done easily with a single person; mostly by the best cowboy – a feed truck. Additional income is also available through hunting; the owner could either sell the ranch tags or one could do their own hunting operation as well. There is a lot of exibility from using the hunting to offset ranch operation costs or for the hunter using the cattle operations or grazing lease to help pay for their hunting addiction and allow them to hunt quality big game every year.

Dolores River Ranch - Dolores CO 1,120 Acre - $2,850,000 The Dolores River Ranch located in Southwest Colorado sits on top of Haycamp Mesa offering tremendous views from various locations. Bordered on 3 sides by national forest the terrain varies from canyons marked by rock outcroppings and overhangs to rolling wild ower- lled meadows with ponds and springs. There are still historical remnants from when hay was cut in the meadows. The ranch is modestly improved allowing for a new owner to mold and shape it to their vision. With an abundance of untapped potential, the ranch offers excellent hunting and recreation opportunities for those looking for the perfect getaway. 54

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Beard Ranch - Clayton, NM 2,825 Acres - $2,700,000 The Beard Ranch is an excellent opportunity to step into a cattle operation that has been started right. It is not overly improved but has all the facilities needed for operating a horse and or cattle ranch with owner and manager homes, cattle and horse facilities, and barns for equipment and livestock feed. The owners have made extensive improvements to the rangeland and you will need to see rst hand the potential in this grass ranch. In addition, there is an income opportunity from solar and wind energy. One only needs to view the photos to understand the beauty and potential of this ranch.

NEW! La Plata Cliffs - Farmington, NM 369 acres - $3,978,000 La Plata Cliffs, which includes Kokopelli’s Cave, offers 369+/- acres of some of the most dramatic Southwest scenery right in the heart of over 8 ancient Native American Cultural sites including Mesa Verde National Park. The location and property itself are ideal for development into a resort and cultural destination with endless recreation, art, and historical activities. La Plata Cliffs offers an opportunity for a Native American enthusiast or a visionary developer to create a truly unique destination in the American Southwest.

Taos Enchanted Valley - Carson, NM 388 Acres - $387,900 Taos Enchanted Valley is an incredible opportunity to escape the stresses of our current Covid-19 atmosphere and live off-grid and yet be in the heart of recreation and New Mexico’s famed Taos Art. Build your dream retreat and enjoy inspiring sunrises over the Sangre de Cristos, Taos and the Taos Valley. The property corners BLM making it possible for one to walk from the property all the way to the Rio Grande Gorge (less than 1 mile from property). Take along a picnic lunch and sit on the rim while enjoying a bite to eat and maybe a glass of wine. If you are not up for a hike, the gorge is a short drive on Highway 567 and one can drive down to the river at the Taos Junction Bridge. There is a good possibility of viewing elk on the property as there is a lot of sign left from visiting herds as they graze across the property and seek shelter in the arroyos.

Little Arroyo Blanco - Regina, NM 160 Acres - $176,000

Little Arroyo Blanco offers 160 acres of peace and quiet to build your dream home or cabin retreat. Imagine sitting on your front porch watching the dramatic sunsets New Mexico is known for. There is an ideal building location on a knoll that overlooks the property to the west giving a commanding view over the landscape. ENCHANTED HOMES CXXXVIII

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EXPERIENCE MATTERS ANGEL FIRE’S MOST EXPERIENCED REALTORS RE/MAX Mountain Realty in Angel Fire is the go-to team for buyers and sellers in the Moreno Valley. We live here, have deep roots and invest in the Angel Fire community. With over 140 years of real estate experience you can’t find a better ally, and you’ll also end up with new friends.

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John R. Sutton General Building Contractor, a long-established builder in the Moreno Valley, is known for taking the time to communicate with his clients and get a clear vision of what the owner is after. Working hard to establish his quality of workmanship and working relationships with sub-contractors, John strives to create a solid and dependable team. Managing this team is vital to a project finishing on schedule with the owner’s expectations in mind.

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Chase and Brandi Jackson.

A century ago Taos was “discovered” by a group of artists, many of whom chose to remain here and established what would become one of the most consequential art colonies in the country. In any context it’s a remarkable piece of history, Why did this isolated little mountain town foster such excitement, creativity and distinction? Over the years that spirit has continued to attract the inventive, the arty, the pioneering, the quirky. In 2020, however, Taos appears to be the destination for a whole different category of newcomers: the Zoom workforce. Realtors across the region confirm that, as other local businesses struggled to stay afloat, the real estate market in Taos was buzzier than a beehive. Brian Stenum, owner of Casa Encantada Realty and 2021 president of the Taos County Association of Realtors, noted that “the local real estate market saw a significant increase in activity last year with sales higher than in any other year

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since at least 2014,” with a correlating escalation in tight inventory, home values and pricing. WFH, HOMESCHOOLING AND LOCATION, LOCATION LOCATION “The fact that many people have been forced to work from home due to the pandemic, and because the WFH phenomenon is likely to survive beyond the end of the pandemic, there are likely more buyers who have made the leap to a generally permanent WFH occupational format,” Stenum continued. “People move to the Taos area because at some time, or over time, they have visited the area, really liked it and ultimately found the opportunity or the right timing to finally make the move,” Stenum mused. Chase Jackson, wife Brandi, and sons KJ and Maceo, made their move to Taos from the Oakland, California, area. “It was a decision we made for the benefit of our family,” Chase Jackson said, noting the congestion and urban

“The fact that many people have been forced to work from home due to the pandemic, and because the WFH phenomenon is likely to survive beyond the end of the pandemic.” – Brian Stenum

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Kurt and Peggy Weidler.

issues surrounding the East Bay area. “We needed a break from too much connection, and too many people not making the right decisions.” Jackson is the C.E.O. of an athletic training company and appreciates that Taos affords the ability to conduct highaltitude training. He and Brandi are currently home-schooling their children in what they affectionately refer to as the “Jackson Leadership Academy.” “We try to keep the screen time to a minimum so the boys can also absorb all the great things that Taos has to offer,” he remarked. “It’s been the best move we could have made.” Though relocated to Taos pre-pandemic, they embody many of those who choose to make the Southwest their new home. “We were always big travelers,” said Kurt Weidler, formerly of Minnesota. After retiring, the couple spent two summers working at Yellowstone National Park and finally took to the road again. “We had never been to New Mexico and with a stop in Taos everything fell into place for us.”

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“Everywhere we went here, people told us this is the best place to be,” Peggy added. The two – lovers of the outdoors, hiking and national forests – were happily forced to agree. “We appreciate the historical depth and legacy of the area. It’s as good as life can be.” Rachel Singer, Qualifying Broker for New Mexico Real Estate Group, advised, “For the Taos homebuyer, our recent real estate explosion means people who are looking to buy a home here need to be prepared to act quickly when they see a home that interests them. Inventory is low, so there’s strong competition among buyers as soon as a home comes on the market. Having a Pre-Qualification letter ready to submit with an offer is helpful, along with having the ability to view a home on short notice.” Prepare accordingly! Visit Brian Stenum at taosrealestateinfo.com. Rachel Singer is available at nmrealestategroup.com, or call (575) 613-3027.

‘ZOOM’BOOM Local Real Estate Market Report Update from Peter Lora. For more go to realestatetaos.com

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Through the first two months, unit sales of single-family homes–by far the biggest segment of the market–are up 50% over the same period in 2020 (54 vs. 36 closed sales). Dollar sales are up 94%. Median and average price are up 24% and 29%, respectively. The supply of homes listed for sale continues to diminish but buyer demand, which spiked last year due to the pandemic, remains strong. Prices are rising.

CONDOS Sales in this segment of the market are also up, despite an even tighter inventory than in Single-Family Homes: For the first two months, unit sales are 14 this year vs. 5 last year. Condo prices are rising, too, although this is not reflected in the year-to-date median and average prices, due to the small number of transactions. Inventory will remain inadequate again this year, so prices should continue to rise.

“It was a decision we made for the benefit of our family.” – Chase Jackson

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throughout the Enchanted Circle Fantastic Commercial Opportunity Location, Location, Location... in business, it is everything! This 2000 SF custom log home is located at the junction of Highway 64 and 434 at the one and only blinking light at the entrance to Angel Fire and sits on 5 acres zoned commercial. What will it be, an office, a restaurant, coffee house ... let your imagination soar! $589,000 MLS #100052

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Enjoy mountain views, lovely stands of pine and Aspen on this 10+ acres parcel in the Angel Fire Resort

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Enjoy fabulous views of the Angel Fire Ski Mountain on this 4 acre parcel offering privacy yet easy access to town and to Hwy 64 and the Best part is NO RESORT DUES! MLS 101625 $109,000

A private retreat 401 acres of lush meadows, stunning views, abundant wildlife, stands of Bristlecone Pine, 4 Elk Permits. $2,400,000 MLS #92300

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offer endless possibilities and fabulous views. Year round access $165,000 MLS 102321 Or buy only 44.6 Acres for $90,000 MLS #102323

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The Enchanted Circle encompasses Taos, Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Red River and Questa. Known for its magnificent scenery and outdoor activities, the Enchanted Circle makes an outstanding day trip. Drive time is approximately 3 1/2 hours, but make plans for frequent stops along the way. It’s worth the extra time to discover the hidden treasures of Northern New Mexico.

TOWN OF TAOS Taos Plaza rests at the heart of the historic district, surrounded by shops, galleries and restaurants within easy walking distance, in the midst of quiet residential areas. It has a relatively flat landscape filled with cottonwood trees. Average home sale price: $254,896

BLUEBERRY HILL An area of sagebrush mesas, which is a popular area for houses. Average home sale price: $288,125

UPPER LAS COLONIAS A varied area of sagebrush and juniper, with easy access to the town of Taos and affordable home options. Average home sale price: $337,265

ARROYO HONDO, HONDO MESA A village of old adobes and other dwellings along the Río Hondo, with a rolling high desert mesa stretching toward the Río Grande Gorge. Includes popular fishing spots, as well as the historic John Dunn Bridge. Average home sale price: $240,481

ARROYO SECO, EL SALTO, DES MONTES Arroyo Seco is a picturesque village of galleries, shops and cafes, surrounded by the beautiful landscape and gorgeous views of the mountains. El Salto and Des Montes have rolling terrain with orchards and ranches. Arroyo Seco average home sale price: $375,181 El Salto average home sale price: $415,600 Des Montes average home sale price: $399,358

TAOS SKI VALLEY, VALDEZ Taos Ski Valley is world renowned with both national and international clientele. Most of the businesses are open year-round for outdoor enthusiasts of every season. Valdez sits at the foot of the canyon accessing Taos Ski Valley, providing high-altitude living amidst woodlands and valleys along the Río Hondo. TSV average home sale price: $410,666 TSV average condo sale price: $315,620 Valdez average home sale price: $236,633

TAOS CANYON, CAÑÓN This area is replete with hiking trails and campgrounds. Picturesque views of the mountainsides and the Río Fernando combine to form a lush, green landscape. Taos Canyon average home sale price: $167,777 Cañón average home sale price: $287,200

TAOS COUNTRY CLUB, STAKEOUT AREA A relatively new area of development with broad expanses of land affording unbroken mountain views, as well as the piñon-and-juniper covered “Outlaw Hill,” where Old West outlaws hid out from the law. Average home sale price: $342,444

RANCHOS DE TAOS, TALPA, LLANO QUEMADO Home of the most photographed church in the country (San Francisco de Asís), Ranchos de Taos is accented with quaint adobe structures, galleries and shops. High terrain and ridges afford views of the Río Grande Gorge and mountains. Average home sale price: $199,684

WEIMER FOOTHILLS An upscale neighborhood of rolling hills, it is close to schools, Holy Cross Hospital and the Taos Youth and Family Center. Building restrictions keep mountain and foothill views relatively unbroken. Average home sale price: $354,163

EL PRADO, RANCHITOS, CÓRDOVAS El Prado is comprised of meadows and ranch lands with small shops, cafes and other businesses along the highway. Ranchitos and Los Córdovas are similar but more residential. All have excellent views of Taos Mountain. El Prado average home sale price: $256,666 Ranchitos average home sale price: $350,400 Los Córdovas average home sale price: $245,452

VALLE ESCONDIDO Nestled in the mountains only 20 minutes east of Taos, Valle Escondido offers spectacular views, USGA golf, stocked fishing lakes, swimming pool and playground and community social life at the historic log clubhouse, all enjoyed by full-and part-time homeowners, with community water and household trash removal included. Valle Escondido is surrounded by the Carson National Forest, offering year-round recreation: hiking, hunting, camping, mountain biking, ATV trails and winter sports. A wide variety of homes can be found in Valle Escondido with an approximate starting price of $200,000.

ANGEL FIRE Cradled in the beautiful Moreno Valley, Angel Fire is a favorite destination for skiers in the winter and golfers, hikers and music lovers in the summer. Average home sale price: $381,170

RED RIVER This historic ski town invites visitors to explore its Wild West history along with its many shops and restaurants. Surrounded by the Carson National Forest, the village rests in a valley, with the Red River running through it. Average home sale price: $310,350

QUESTA An agricultural town at the mouth of the Red River, with a compact downtown of shops and restaurants and a variety of rural housing tucked between the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Río Grande Gorge. Average home sale price: $176,375

Joel Schantz, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate (www.BHHSTaosRealEstate.com), provided the information. DISCLAIMER: Statistics are based on MLS information for the period Jan. 1, 2014 through Dec. 31, 2014. Neither the REALTORS Association of New Mexico nor Taos County Association of REALTORS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data is maintained by Taos County Association of REALTORS and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

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for a year, although the construction itself took about 6 or 7 months. This is not the way to fly for most, but it is possible and the savings can be substantial. We ended up thrilled with our outcome but our relationship with our lead guy, who we entrusted with this task, didn’t survive, so be forewarned. My honey and I did though, which is the key and not guaranteed even with the tightest of couples. Because of all that is involved, I think the first consideration is what kind of building material you want to work with. That is, if you know. There are contractors who specialize in pumice, adobe, straw bale, and rastra. Almost all can do wood frame, but not all do the others well. Sometimes you don’t know all the nuances, advantages and disadvantages of each, so you start with a blank slate. Thanks to Google, given the time and interest, you can find out all you need to. Or you can find out as you interview people and hear what they have to say. Hopefully both.

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BY HARVEY BLAUSTEIN

Building a new home, or remodeling, updating or adding to an older home, can be a very stressful experience. Who you choose and hook your wagon to is a real important decision and one that takes time and thought. Regardless, it is likely to be a difficult experience and can strain even the best of relationships. I know firsthand because we went through a major remodel ourselves, as those that follow my columns likely know.

I suggest you interview several people you have heard good things about. It is so easy to get information off the web, both good and bad. But to me, finding someone who will not only educate you, but also listens, and you are comfortable with, is as important as price. We had the experience of almost working with a contractor whose work I admired. As a realtor I was in one of his houses and was impressed with the finish and quality of the home. But as we worked thru the bid process, we found that he did not try and make sure we understood as he was not clear about what was included and what was not. When we were about to commit we found that there were significant items we thought were a part of the price we were discussing but weren’t. We walked away from that fellow and never looked back. He was all sales and no caring - and that wouldn’t have worked for us. Make sure you talk to all the people you are considering. Get references and walk through homes they have built or projects they finished. Look at the corners. See if there are cracks where there ought not be or spaces where things ought to be flush and tight. And listen to experiences of those that have come before you. Get an itemized breakdown of the bid. There are contractors out there that will do a line-item proposal so you can include and exclude items as you work through your budget.

Most folks choose to hire a professional builder. In Taos they are referred to as contractors. One does not have to work with an architect, but some folks do. And the more complicated or sophisticated the job, the more consideration ought to be given to adding that layer to the structure you are putting into place, so long as you can afford the extra tab.

Be careful of the MAWs (or Might As Wells). They can kill your budget. You may be presented with two types of windows. One may be only $100 more than the other. But taken together that may mean thousands. Or you might be presented with door locksets. One may be $50 more than another. But realize that you might be making 100 choices during the process and if you always go for the one that’s a little more that adds up. We went through that. Discipline, and keeping your eye on your priorities is so important.

I ought to say that people can be their own contractor. Few have the skill sets or time to do that - but we did. And only because we had a man who had a crew that we trusted and knew we would work well together. Even then, my honey and I worked at it seven days a week

We have lots of good people to work with. And a few not so good. But if you do your homework and listen and learn, you’re bound to find the right professional for you. You do want it to be an exciting and rewarding experience. Harvey Blaustein is a retired attorney and local real estate broker.

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M-1 AND READY TO GO… On Salazar Road, in a light industrial complex, with all the visibility one could want, we proudly offer this .75 acre parcel that is ready for the next home of your business.There is plenty of parking, access from both Salazar and Bertha Roads, utilities and water are in place, and locals pass by this site daily. MLS #101712

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If you do business with locals and are looking for the perfect location, we proudly offer the very prominent corner of Salazar and Ranchitos Roads.This is one of the most desirable commercial locations in town, which most residents drive by daily. It consists of .64 acres and is zoned CBD with more land possible.

In the emerging Overlook area, south of the town of Taos, and close to the Taos Country Club and the UNM Taos campus, there is a little known nature preserve of more than 2500 acres at the end of a county road. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management it is within view of the gorges of the Rio Grande and Rio Pueblo.

$289,000

STARTING AT $299K MLS #105971,105972, 105973

MLS #99026

LA CRÈME DE LA CRÈME… For those in the market for the quintessential home site in the foothills east of Taos, we proudly offer 3 premier parcels off Verde Road in the upper reaches of Weimer. On a private easement where few go, 2 back up to wilderness & will be prized by horse folks or others for whom access to wilderness is so important.All are at least 3 acres, have utilities nearby, and with views that are sweeping and grand. STARTING AT $189,000 MLS #S103330, 103331, 103332

EYE-POPPING… In the emerging Overlook area, we proudly offer lot 1 in Barranca del Pueblo, a home site of more than 5 acres. Here one can build up to the rim of the Rio Pueblo and own to the middle of the river. I kid you not. Water, power and phone are all in place and included in the price, and the restrictions are protective and not invasive, intended to honor the land. If you want unique and special, if you want dramatic and magical, let me show you something eye-popping. $299,000

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$176,000

MLS #101508

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HONDO MESA

PHOENIX IS PHENOMENAL Perched on 6.7 acresTHE overlooking the Hondo Valley, this 2 BD, 2 BA 1770 SF home is a rare inspiring earthship an interior waterfall living room and a jungle nd.This Oneawe feels the serenity andhas privacy of a retreat, yetinisthe equidistant between Taos and the in which you can catch fresh fish for dinner. Thisviews 3BR/2BA home has over 5000can sq. be yours! Taos Ski Valley. Spacious open oor plan, fabulous and spectacular sunsets ft. fantastic architectural details. A true one of a kind creation. MLS 101177 $468,000 MLS 80750 $1,500,000

ELEGANT TAOS FAMILY HOME

THE yet TRUCHAS EARTHSHIP Quiet and secluded close to town and TSV this lovely home has it all. Be part of the future 3800SF now in the Global model Earthship located fabulous in Greater World. 4BD/2.5BA on latest 1.67 acres with water rights offering views and A versatile floorplana This 2 BD/2 BA 2000+/sq ft home that hasAn an entertainers attached 1BD/1BA gourmet kitchen with high end appliances. dream!studio with enclosed patio on over 2 acres. Fully sustainable and completely MLS 103147 $590,000off grid. It boasts a huge atrium/ greenhouse fed by the grey water system. Live, work, eat, sleep, grow and breathe clean air!

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HARMONY IN THE HILLS Award Winning Design + Quality Construction = MAGNIFICENCE Add Location and you get Harmony in the Hills. This home has everything... CANONover FOOTHILLS DESIRABLE WEIMER 4000SF, 3BD, 4BA, atrium with fountains, 2 of ces, art studio, meditation room, deck and private patios FOOTHILLS Desirable Cañon Foothills, east of Downtown is known for its incredible views overlooking Amidst the Pinon and Juniper, this 3 acre lot in the Weimer foothills offers panoramic views of MLSTaos. #103431 $925,000

Forested with dense Piñon and Juniper trees this lot also has a private drive (Bluebird Lane), providing ultimate privacy. This 4 acre secluded parcel features unique sweeping views of Taos Mountain that will not be disturbed by future buildings. Rare find at

Taos Mountain as well as gorgeous western sunset views. A well exists on the property. Several homesites with a rough-cut road to a cleared site. There is easy access via an easement off of the upper Weimer road. Close to schools and town center.

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This off grid green building has copper kitchen counter tops SKYLINE DRIVE and custom cabinets. The interior greenhouse has both a gray water 18.8 acres nestled inplanter the Canon with southern exposure. Fabulous views, backs up to and aFoothills new agua botanical system. 2Bd/2 Ba. Carson National Forest with no MLS neighbors ... ever! Private gated drive is shale and south facing, 98824 $475,000

This quintessential “hut house” is the most darling example of earthship INCOMPARABLE IN TURLEY MILL architecture. Filled with charm, this 1BD/1BA off the grid home sleeps 4 An upscale community of 10+ parcels offering access to Taos, the quaint village of andacres makes a great rental easy property. Arroyo Seco, and the Taos Ski Valley views, a flat easy to build site make this parcel MLS. Wonderful 102801 $188,000

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