Taos Real Property

05/27/2026

-Mortgage applications fell 8.5% leading up to Memorial Day weekend as rising average mortgage rates pushed down refinancings.
-Applications overall continue to be affected by rising rates, as the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran puts pressure on global oil supplies, fueling inflation and market uncertainty.
-Adjustable‑rate mortgages made up 9.4% of applications, down slightly from the previous week.
~ Homes.com

05/20/2026

Mortgage applications drop to five-week low as rates soar
More borrowers reach for ARMs as fixed-rate loan costs climb

Key takeawaysTotal mortgage applications fell 2.3% last week to a five-week low, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.Rates are rising amid

05/06/2026

Mortgage applications for both purchases and refinances fell in the week ended Friday, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. (Bradley Parrish/CoStar)

Key takeawaysMortgage demand weakened for a second straight week, with total applications falling 4.4% in the week ended Friday, according to the

05/05/2026

Experience the Essence of Northern New Mexico. Nestled on a lush 0.86-acre lot in the highly coveted Des Montes area, this authentic owner-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom adobe sanctuary offers the perfect balance of country living and accessibility. MLS 114769, Offered at $650.000

Listed for sale at $650000. Experience the Essence of Northern New Mexico. Nestled on a lush 0.86-acre lot in the highly coveted Des Montes area, th...

04/17/2026

Home affordability is not just about interest rates. When insurance premiums are above their historical norm, buyers need more income to cover the full monthly payment than the mortgage-only index suggests. That means that affordability is lower.

As of March 2026, the Housing Affordability Index (HAI) stands at 113.7, meaning the typical family earns about 14% more than what’s needed to qualify for a median-priced home. That suggests affordability has improved from recent lows. But how is affordability impacted when adjusting for other cos...

04/16/2026

Experience the Essence of Northern New Mexico. MLS #114769, $650,000

Experience the Essence of Northern New Mexico. Nestled on a lush 0.86-acre lot in the highly coveted Des Montes area, this authentic owner-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom adobe sanctuary offers the perfect balance of country living and accessibility. Framed by a private flagstone-walled patio, the home....

04/05/2026

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03/25/2026

The daily 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.55% on Tuesday, according to Mortgage News Daily.

03/10/2026

03/08/2026

Public outcry over President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project has forced the National Capital Planning Commission to delay its vote until April.

Public outcry over President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project has forced the National Capital Planning Commission to delay its vote until April. After more than 100 people signed up to comment at Thursday's meeting, the commission extended the public comment period into Friday. The final vote is now scheduled for April 2.