About Otero County, NM

Did you know that no matter where you are I can help you with your real estate needs? Yes, I am only licensed in New Mexico, but I can still help you even if you do not reside in New Mexico.

I am happy to share with you my new and improved website www.MicheleSims.com

- Thanks to Cam of "Cam Will Design" my new website is up and running!

I work hard to get YOUR home sold! I may not be the top producing broker in our area. I don't rely on my franchise name to bring me buyers or sellers; nor do I have a need to keep a lawyer on retainer in case I do something that could be considered questionable. Yes, I follow the rules and not because I have to, but because I want too! Rules are there to protect all parties involved.

I mean how do you know if your broker is doing everything they can do to get your property sold. How do you ensure that a potential buyer does not slip thru the cracks? Does your broker gather all the information from you upfront and has it easily available to other brokers? And do they gather relevant information that you the seller may not have? Do they market the property accordingly?

• Ask for a copy of the MLS data sheet
• Ask for a list to all the links that your property is listed online
• Ask for copies of all print marketing (fliers, ads, publications, direct mails , etc.)
• Ask to be cc'd on marketing emails that go out in regards to your property
• Ask for weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly status updates from your broker
• "Google" your property address to see where your property is listed

Sellers there are also a few things that YOU can do to help your broker:

• Complete all documents that the broker gives you in a timely manner
• Provide all and any information you have about the property to your broker
• Listen to your broker about necessary repairs and/or staging tips and get them done
• Have the property in show condition at all times
• Let the property be shown when someone wants to see it

Sellers you have the right to work with brokers that work for YOU! When interviewing a listing broker it is your responsibility to make sure that the listing broker will meet your needs, that you trust the broker, and that you feel there will be a good working relationship. And most importantly find out what the listing broker is going to do to market YOUR property! Have them show you what they have done with other properties! Remember actions speak louder than words!

Renting is easy, you find a place, you sign a lease, you pay a monthly payment, if something breaks you call the landlord. At the end of your lease you walk away with nothing. Your landlord is ahead of the game, as for the past year you have made his mortgage payment and possibly put a little money in his pocket. The landlord is improving his credit, as well building his wealth with your money.

Why not put your money to work for you? Home ownership has always been a good investment and will continue to be. Buying a home comes with responsibility, but can allow you to increase your net worth.

Some benefits of buying a home are:

• A fixed house payment

• A tax deduction on your taxes
(see your accountant or tax professional for details)

• Pride of Ownership

• A higher net worth

• Improve your credit

• You can make home improvements to increase
the value of your home

• You can decorate to your personal taste

• If something needs repairs, you can have it repaired
to your standards

• Repairs can be done on your timeline, not a landlord’s

Purchasing a home is a very big decision that one must make and commit too. You are the only person that can weigh the pros and cons of home ownership and decide what is right for you. If you decide that you are ready to buy a home give me a call at 575.491.6673 and let me help you find the home that meets your needs. My main goal is to make your real estate experience as easy and stress free as possible.

First National Bank

Theresa Murray

575.443.5273

theresa.murray@fnbalamo.com

www.fnbmortgageloans.com

Bank' 34

Lee Ann Bain

575.443.2522

leeann.b@bank34online.com

Pioneer Bank

Debra VanWinkle

575.437.9075

dvwinkle@pioneerbnk.com

Otero Credit Federal Credit Union
Norma Esquero

Gabriel Bigas

575.434.8500

BBVA Compass Bank
Lisa Howard
575.434.8711

lisa.howard@BBVAcompass.com

First Savings

Linda Rardin
575.437.0095

lindarardin@firstsavingsbanks.com

First American

Reney Marrujo

575.439.9800