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Santa Fe Lifestyle

Top New Mexican Restaurants in Santa Fe Where Locals Actually Eat

Discover four favorite New Mexican restaurants in Santa Fe, from Tomasita's and La Choza to The Shed and Atrisco, with local tips from Realtor…

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Existing Community

What It’s Like to Live in Medanales, NM: A Local Guide

Considering living in Medanales, NM? Explore the Rio Chama Valley, rural homeownership, nearby attractions, schools, utilities, and local lifestyle with Lori Montoya.

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Existing Listings

Your Northern New Mexico Basecamp: 61 County Road 141, Medanales

Explore 61 County Road 141 #A in Medanales, NM. This $475,000 adobe home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.96 acres, mountain views, and three full-hookup RV…

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Existing Homeowner Education

Canales in Santa Fe: What They Are and Why Maintenance Protects Your Home

What are canales on Santa Fe adobe homes? Lori Montoya explains how these traditional roof drains work, why maintenance matters, and what buyers and…

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Buyer Education

When a Seller-Paid Mortgage Rate Buydown May Beat a Price Cut

Could a seller-paid mortgage rate buydown help you more than a price cut? Lori Montoya explains permanent and temporary buydowns, monthly payment examples, and…

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Seller Education

What Santa Fe Homeowners Need to Know About Flat Roofs Before Selling

Selling a Santa Fe home with a flat roof? Lori Montoya explains maintenance, roof inspections, repair decisions, and how roof condition can affect your…

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Living in Santa Fe

Saturday’s Santa Fe Tornado: What Homeowners Need to Know Now

After the October 24, 2026 tornado in Santa Fe, homeowners have questions about storm damage, insurance, repairs, and buying or selling. Lori Montoya explains…

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Seller Education

Why a Pre-Listing Home Inspection in Santa Fe Gives Sellers the Upper Hand

A pre-listing inspection can help Santa Fe homeowners identify potential problems, plan repairs, and prepare for buyer questions before going on the market. Here's…

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Market Updates

The Price of Optimism: What Santa Fe’s Q3 Market Means for Buyers and Sellers

More than half of active Santa Fe MLS residential listings have undergone a price reduction. Lori Montoya explores the latest pricing trends, buyer activity,…

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Santa Fe Living

Why Canyon Road Is the Best Place to Experience Art in Santa Fe

Discover what makes Canyon Road one of Santa Fe's most distinctive art districts, from historic adobe galleries and local artists to cultural traditions and…

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