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After 600 episodes of talking about Albuquerque, it’s time to put Tracy and Tego Venturi’s local knowledge to the test!
For this special edition of Albuquerque Real Estate Talk, guest host Joanna Rushing of PRMI (Primary Residential Mortgage) takes over the questions as Tracy and Tego compete in an Albuquerque Quiz Bowl.
Play along with questions about Albuquerque history, neighborhoods, Balloon Fiesta, Route 66, food, sports, pop culture, and local real estate.
The competition features four rounds:
Who knows the Duke City better? Watch, keep your own score, and tell us in the comments which question surprised you most.
Thank you for being part of 600 episodes of Albuquerque Real Estate Talk. Whether you’ve followed us for years or this is your first episode, we’re glad you’re here.
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Albuquerque home prices more than doubled on an average-sale-price basis in the episode’s August 2013–August 2026 comparison, while fewer homes were available for sale.
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How have Albuquerque home prices changed over 13 years?
What is the housing lock-in effect?
Why do property taxes matter when moving?
What changed in DIY remodeling spending?
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About the show:
Tego and Tracy Venturi with Venturi Realty Group discuss Albuquerque metro real estate, local housing trends, neighborhoods, buyer and seller strategy, and relocation questions.
Have a question about buying, selling, or moving in the Albuquerque metro? Reach out to the Venturi Realty Group.
Figures and examples reflect the episode’s discussion—not live loan quotes, property-specific tax estimates or guarantees.
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Albuquerque starter homes are the focus of this September 2026 discussion: more overall listings do not necessarily mean more move-in-ready choices at lower prices.
Albuquerque Real Estate Talk, Episode 598 | Tracy and Tego Venturi
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**What counts as a starter home in Albuquerque?**
**Are move-in-ready homes under $250,000 easy to find?**
**Do Albuquerque buyers have more choices?**
**What financing topics should buyers ask a lender about?**
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Contact Venturi Realty Group:
About Venturi Realty Group:
Have a question about buying, selling, or moving in the Albuquerque metro? Reach out to Venturi Realty Group of Real Broker at 505-448-8888.
Financing information is general and time-sensitive. Confirm current availability, eligibility, and terms with a qualified lender.
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Albuquerque real estate is entering its typical seasonal slowdown, and Tracy Venturi and Asel Venturi explain why they view the current cooling as normal rather than a housing-market crash—plus what it may mean for local buyers and sellers. They also compare new construction with resale homes, discuss builder incentives, and look at New Mexico locations people may consider when thinking about retirement.
Quick takeaway:
Is the Albuquerque housing market crashing?
Could new construction be more affordable than a resale home?
What should Albuquerque buyers know during the seasonal slowdown?
What should Albuquerque sellers know right now?
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Venturi Realty Group discusses Albuquerque metro real estate, local housing trends, neighborhoods, buyer and seller strategy, new construction, and relocation questions.
Market conditions and financing options vary by property, location, lender, borrower qualifications, timing, and individual circumstances.
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Albuquerque home-price data is sending mixed signals: one FHFA measure showed a year-over-year decline while other measures showed modest gains, and listing price reductions are rising as the market moves toward fall.
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Are Albuquerque home prices dropping?
Why can home-price indexes disagree?
Is Albuquerque a good place to buy an investment property?
What do fall price reductions mean for Albuquerque buyers and sellers?
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Albuquerque, New Mexico, Bernalillo County, Rio Rancho, Northeast Heights, North Albuquerque Acres, North Valley, Corrales, East Mountains, Moriarty, FHFA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Zillow, Housing New Mexico, rental-property underwriting, home-price indexes, price reductions, housing supply, permitting, infrastructure, multifamily housing
Blog and Albuquerque real estate news: https://welcomehomeabq.com/abq-real-estate-news/
This is Albuquerque Real Estate Talk episode 596, featuring Tego Venturi and Asel Venturi. Venturi Realty Group discusses Albuquerque metro real estate, local housing trends, neighborhoods, buyer and seller strategy, relocation questions, and real estate topics affecting the local market.
Have a question about buying, selling, investing, or moving in the Albuquerque metro? Reach out to the Venturi Realty Group.
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Relocating to Albuquerque is easier to narrow down when you start with commute, lot size, utilities, housing style and nearby amenities instead of looking only at bedrooms and bathrooms.
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What should you compare when relocating to Albuquerque?
Which Albuquerque-area locations might relocation buyers compare?
Are Albuquerque-area commutes different from what some relocation buyers expect?
Why can touring with a local agent help during a relocation visit?
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Tracy Venturi and Kori Bristow with Venturi Realty Group discuss Albuquerque metro real estate, relocation, housing choices, open houses and local lifestyle. Have a question about buying, selling or moving in the Albuquerque metro? Reach out to Venturi Realty Group.
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Albuquerque economic growth, relocation interest, and housing affordability are intersecting in ways that matter to local home buyers and homeowners, with new employment targets and buyer programs adding another layer to the Albuquerque metro housing conversation.
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What industries is Albuquerque trying to attract?
Where is outside interest in Albuquerque housing coming from?
How affordable are Albuquerque-area home values compared with the U.S.?
Is there a new first-time-buyer program for new construction in New Mexico?
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Tego and Tracy Venturi with Venturi Realty Group discuss Albuquerque metro real estate, local housing trends, neighborhoods, buyer and seller strategy, and relocation questions.
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Corrales median home sale prices jumped 44% from Q2 2025 to Q2 2026, but that does not mean Corrales home values rose 44%. Tracy and Tego Venturi explain what the Albuquerque-area housing statistics actually show, why the mix of homes sold matters, and why building less-expensive new homes remains difficult.
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Did Corrales home values really rise 44% in one year?
How much were Corrales home values actually up?
Why is new construction expensive in Albuquerque?
Which direction should an Albuquerque home or backyard face?
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Albuquerque living combines high-desert weather, four seasons, local events, outdoor recreation, and a housing market where seller concessions are part of some negotiations.
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What is Albuquerque’s monsoon season like for homeowners?
How does an evaporative cooler work in Albuquerque?
What can visitors do around Albuquerque?
What is a seller concession in real estate?
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Tego and Tracy Venturi with Venturi Realty Group discuss Albuquerque metro real estate, local housing trends, neighborhoods, buyer and seller strategy, and relocation questions.
Have a question about buying, selling, or moving in the Albuquerque metro? Reach out to the Venturi Realty Group.
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Planning a move to Albuquerque? Start with the decisions that shape your daily life: work location, commute, budget, preferred home style, lot size, and the communities you want to compare.
In Episode 591, Asel, Tracy, and Tego Venturi explain how relocating buyers can evaluate Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Corrales, Placitas, the East Mountains, Los Lunas, and nearby areas. They also discuss whether to rent or buy first, virtual home tours, Southwestern home features, and current Albuquerque-area housing conditions.
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00:00 Albuquerque Real Estate Talk Episode 591
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Albuquerque real estate news: https://welcomehomeabq.com/abq-real-estate-news/
School information, commute times, market conditions, and property details should be independently verified for your specific situation.
Albuquerque Real Estate Talk is presented by Asel, Tracy, and Tego Venturi of Venturi Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker LLC.
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