Ana Maria Navarro's Blog Posts

Knowing how to sell a house isn't as simple as sticking a "For Sale" sign on your lawn. Times have changed and the good news is the market is largely tilting in your favor.How to sell a

The real estate ad isn't a formality. Long before home buyers set foot in your place, declare with a flourish “This is the one," and make you a terrific offer, they have to know you're

Ah, closing on a house. It's the finish line! You’re almost home free (or free of your home in this case). You've accepted the buyer's offer, the negotiations are finally winding

We all make careless mistakes. We accidentally undertip the waiter. We lock our keys in the car. We wear white after Labor Day. We press "send all." It happens to the best of us.But some

Have you ever wondered "How much is my house worth?"? If you're hoping to sell your home, knowing your property's value is essential for pricing it right to make buyers bite. Or, maybe you don't

First comes love, then comes marriage, next comes ... escrow, closing costs, and school district squabbles? Few things (aside from bachelor parties) test new love quite like buying a house

Buying a fixer-upper can sound like the perfect way to get into a new house or into the real estate investment game. Many home buyers fantasize about purchasing a run-down shack

Buying a home is a very big expense and once you've kicked off all that spending, it's easy to find yourself caught up in rampant lifestyle inflation.Homeownership comes with its fair share of

Wondering how to sell your house fast? Typically, selling a home can often take months, even years.  Just check out these tactics for selling your house fast if time is of the essence.How to

There are a lot of things you have to do in order to get your home sold.  Some of these tasks are well-known, and some are just good ol' common sense. But some other steps in the home-selling

If you're a homeowner, you already know that keeping your property in tiptop shape requires dedication and patience for ongoing maintenance.To prevent minor issues from escalating into full-blown,

Want to know how to build a house cheap? That's understandable, given the median price of erecting a single-family home is $289,415. That's more than it costs to buy a house that

If you ever attempt to read a real estate contract, you will quickly find that this paperwork is packed with a slew of terms you might not be familiar with—which is hardly ideal,

Planning to buy a home this spring? Then right now—yes, during these last days of winter—is the time to get rolling.Step No. 1: Find a buyer’s agentTeaming up with a buyer’s

Milton Kinnard, Jr.247035Mortgage Financial Services299 Shadow Mountain Dr.El Paso, TX 79912915-241-5718EMAIL MEmkinnard@mfsus.com This letter is for information purposes

Improving your credit score can sometimes be a lengthy project. Consumer advisor Brian Acton tells Yahoo Finance if you are planning to apply for a mortgage or other major loan, there are five

Coal, a fossil fuel that gets more expensive every year and harms our planet, is currently the source for the majority of the world’s electricity. There is a better way. We have the technology and

Los interéses están extraordinariamente bajos!En la historia reciente no habiamos tenido intereses tan bajos como hoy en dia, y para invertir ....es importante seleccionar un agente de Bienes y

You’ve finally found it: a home you’re swooning over and dying to own. From the exposed ceiling beams to the hardwood floors, this feels like the place. So what’s next? Don’t

Are you considering purchasing a new home? Are you thinking about selling your current home? Or, maybe you're just eager to refinance while interest rates are low?Whatever the case may be, you'll

A study by Edelman Berland reveals that 33% of homeowners who are contemplating selling their house in the near future are planning to scale down. Let’s look at a few reasons why this

I am a licensed real estate professional. My job is to represent you in any and all real estate transactions. I have the experience and know-how to make your home selling and buying experience

Reason No. 1: Interest rates are still at record lowsReason No. 2: Rents have skyrocketedReason No. 3: Home prices are stabilizingReason No. 4: Down payments don’t need to break the

Anthony, NM 88021, Enjoy country living in NM minutes away from El Paso, beautiful 5 acres Completed fenced, horse stables, round pin, tack room, hay storage, metal work shop, Beautiful view,

Your disclosure form and home inspection reveal plenty about the house you’re buying. Oops, there is lead paint. Darn, termites have indeed been gnawing at the cedar siding. Yes, that is

Did You Know? Setting your thermostat back 10°F for eight hours at night can save about 7% ($70 saved per $1,000 of heating cost).http://smarterhouse.org/heating-systems/energy-saving

Get Prepared for Weather Challenges Will this winter pack a wallop? Probably, weather is getting rougher every year, even here in the SouthWest. But we are here to help home buyers and sellers

Not all bathrooms are created equal, but that doesn't mean you can't work with what you've got. It's easy to feel cramped by what is typically the smallest room in the house. Thanks to

Rising home prices, demand from home buyers, and less competition is making 2015 a stellar year to sell for many U.S. home owners across the country, says Daren Blomquist, RealtyTrac's vice.

Laundry day is enough of a hassle. You have to deal with dirty socks, colors bleeding over, getting the detergent right, figuring out how much bleach, and making sure your items don’t sour or

Emergency Preparedness Tips:The Department of Public Health wants you to stay safe during the upcoming summer heat.  Follow these tips during extreme heat.     ;

I wanted to share this article that I found on http://www.huffingtonpost.com/f-kaid-benfield/greening-our-streets_b_7512830.html. The "complete streets" movement has come to El

Source: National Association of Landscape

Spring selling got off to a sunny start with the sales pace of existing homes hitting an 18-month high in March and NAR’s forward-looking Pending Home Sales Index showing continued improvement

According to the 2015 Houzz Bathroom Trends Study, super sized master showers reign. Many of the more than 3,000 home owners recently surveyed say they plan to upgrade their master

Just Listed in Canutillo!Beautiful One Story Resale Rassette Home on large corner culdesac lot!They just don't make many houses like this with over 3200 sq ft in one story and on a large lot!

Is That Home Healthy?Surprisingly, one in five home owners consider their homes unhealthy, according to theHealthy Home Study of about 800 home owners conducted by Houzz.So what makes a home

The Top 10 Features for New HomesThe outdoor kitchen and two-story foyers are starting to lose favor among new home shoppers, while energy efficiency and bigger closets are gaining in popularity,

This is what every homeowner needs to know before deciding to sell or stay.If you have thinking about whether or not to sell then you may have seen recent headlines stating that real

Thinking of Selling? This is Why You Need to Get Moving...Do potential sellers in your market need convincing? An article in CNNMoney recently highlighted several reasons why

Moving into your first home is exciting! But it also means you’ve got work to do.We have moved a lot! And thanks to our many moves I have a list of items that buyers might want to do before they

By installing solar tubes, you'll get the natural light that skylights provide -- but with less cost and less hassle.If you’ve been thinking of adding more daylight to a kitchen or dark hallway, a

14081 Tierra Halcon, El Paso, Tx Just Listed! If you know anyone looking for a WONDERFUL House in the Tierras for under $110,000. Make sure to share this. This one won't last long! This

A new neighborhood coming to El Paso's Upper Valley will bring a new concept to the city's suburban areas. Rio Valley is the first single family mixed use development and is unlike any other

Smaller replacement projects, particularly those that enhance curb appeal, remain the most cost effective way for sellers to improve value.Are you looking for ways to get top dollar for your home

Wondering what to do with your tree now that the holidays have passed? Feel free to bring your live trees to any of the Environmental Services Department’s five Citizen Collection

Although most people believe the Housing Market comes to a halt during the Holidays I have found that not to to be the case. Many serious home buyers are shopping the market during the winter hoping

Here’s how to light up your Holiday light display safely and economically. Holiday lights can be displays to show good cheer. Here are some tips on how to get the most from — and spend the

You're ready to take the leap and buy a home here in El Paso, Texas. If this is your first time, you may want to know what to do to make the process go more smoothly. Here are ten steps you

If you are selling your home during this holiday season you may be wondering whether or not you should decorate it. Houses may show better when they’re decorated for the holiday season,

Now is the time to look at preparing your furnace for the winter months here in El Paso, Tx.  A few simple maintenance tips can help the furnace, ductwork, and other HVAC components to

Listing and selling a home is a partnership between the agent and the sellers. When the home shows well, the chances of it selling quickly are greatly increased. If you want to sell your home for

Daylight savings time is upon us here in El Paso, Texas! And as wonderful as it is for the early risers and school children to enjoy an extra hour of sunlight in the morning... most of us dread our

10 Quick Fixes To Spruce Up Your Home In 5 MinutesEven when there’s just no time for a thorough cleaning spending as little as five minutes a day can go a long way toward keeping your home

Open House this Sunday 10-26 2-5 PM at 501 Phil Hansen, Canutillo, TX 79835.Stop by and tour this beautiful 2,533 sqft home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths built by Rassette Homes. It is a

Homebuyer Education Program2014 Class ScheduleThinking of buying a home? The YWCA Can Help You Get Started in the Right Direction! The YWCA’s Economic Empowerment Division located at 1600 Brown

Open House this Saturday!!!!Open House this Saturday at this beautiful, well maintained home with a great backyard. I invite you to come visit me at my Open House this Saturday 10/11 from

This week was amazing, finally, my signs for the Rio Valley Development are UP! I am so excited to be a part of this exciting new project in the Upper Valley of El Paso, TX. I have seen a lot

My in-laws have been undergoing some major renovations in their Las Cruces, Mid Century home. Most recently they converted their old evaporative cooler to refrigerated air. That change got rid of

Who Loves Fresh Organic Food?!I do, that is why I was really excited when I found a Facebook site(https://www.facebook.com/StartFoodCoOpElPasoTX) that is working to establish our very own Food

In order to serve our El Paso clients even better than we normally do.... we now have an East side office. So come join us at the Grand Opening of EXIT EAST Realty on Friday, September 19, 2014

Open House this Sunday 8/24 from 3-5 pm in the Upper Valley at 6279 Viale del Sol. Stop by and see this home with unique architecture and 3 bedroom 2 bath home.  It has a spacious great room

Open House this Saturday!!!!Open House this Saturday at this cute home with an amazing backyard located on a cul de sac on the West Side. I invite you to come visit me at my Open House this

As an agent, I see homes daily and have become well-trained on how to see the potential in any home and look  past superficial issues. But for many buyers  looking  for a new home,

Here is a short list of simple solutions to spruce up your home before you list it For Sale. Whether you have lived in your home for a long time and want to make it feel more up to date or you want

Upper Valley Charmer facing a beautiful neighborhood park. 717 Esmeralda Almendariz, El Paso, Tx 79932$134,900Updated and well maintained 1297 sq ft, one story home. 3 bedrooms, office, 2 full

Spacious home with a perfect yard...This home is a MUST SEE!Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern House with extensive windows, skylights and hardwood floors. Situated in Thunderbird Valley this home is

$189,000 2 Story Home with 3 Beds, 2 Full Baths and 2 Half Baths and over 2,000 Sq Ft, 1449 Plaza Roja, El Paso, Tx 79912 It is a Great Weekend to Come Visit this Charming 2 Story Home. 1449 Plaza

Would you like to have your own Free Real Estate App, where you can see properties for sale near you? Search listings, would you like to receive a value of your home? Download this Great Free App in

Vener una casa es una de las transaciones mas importantes que haga en su vida. Asi que no puede derse el lujo de correr riesgos. Si quiere vender su casa, es muy recomendable que tenga una "Garantia

Selling a home may the most important sale transaction you will make in your life time, and nothing should be left to chance. Are you selling a home without a Home Warranty that will cover the you,

Do you belong to a Union? Then this program is for you!, Did you know that if you belong to a Union , the parents and children’s of union members qualify for this unique program?· ;&

Recientemente cerre en una propiedad en donde la compradora obtuvo un interes fijo de 30 años por 3.75. Ademas por ser comprador por primera vez, el prestamo que ella pidio tenia conseciones

I am very excited because I just closed on a buyer with a great interest rate, 3.75% fixed  30 years. She was a first time buyer so she was put on a first time buyer program, which made