David Stafford

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Location:	Albuquerque
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I grew up in Albuquerque and I actively invest here, so I know the market extremely well. I specialize in pre-foreclosures, especially short sales, and so I always have lines on homes that I can help buyers pick up well below market value! I was a contract negotiator for the US Dept of Energy and I hold a Masters Degree in Business Management (MBA), so I have very strong and effective negotiating skills and risk management understanding that I would be happy to put to work for you. Furthermore, I maximize use of technology to give you an edge and to communicate and team with you to find the right home or investment for you. Finally, my services are flexible and my commission rates are negotiable! I even offer to share my commission with my buying clients - since most of you are online doing much of the legwork already - you deserve some of the compensation! Call or email me for more information! Use me as little or as much as you would like as your local expert resource!

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how long in bernalillo county nm do i have before vacating my home after foreclosure?

Asked Mon Oct 27 2008, 15:47 by Roberta - Albuquerque - Foreclosure - 2 answers

David Stafford answered:

Until the sherrif comes to evict you, which depends on how agressive the new owner is. They often wait to expend time/effort/money until the redemption period is over, which is 9 mos by state law, but almost always reduced by contract language to one month. You might be contacted directly by the new owner to negotiate something with you. I would start planning if the sale already occurred. Best of luck to you. - Mon Oct 27 2008, 16:08

Hello, I am researching relocation to the general Albuquerque area with horses, dog, and cats.

Asked Sun Jul 27 2008, 09:21 by A. Feary - Albuquerque - Market Conditions - 5 answers

David Stafford answered:

Albuquerque Economic Development http://www.abq.org

Everything Albuquerque http://www.DukeCityFix.com

Quality New Mexico http://www.qualitynewmexico.org

New Mexico Horsemans Association - http://www.newmexicohorsemen.com
217 Palomas Dr NE, Albuquerque - (505) 266-7056

New Mexico Quarter Horse Association - http://www.nmqha.com
6655 Coors Blvd SW, Albuquerque - (505) 877-7274

Western Shooting Horse Association - http://www.westernshootinghorse.com
870 State Highway 333, Tijeras - (505) 286-0100 - Sun Jul 27 2008, 13:51

Utility pole on driveway of house.

Asked Wed Jul 16 2008, 23:58 by Anne - San Gabriel - Home Buying - 6 answers

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Less people are willing to live with such a flaw - impacts aesthetics and some people are concerned about health affects of living under power lines, so it will take longer to sell. The same house could sell for more. I know I would not buy it, no matter if I liked the house! However, if you can get a great bargain and it does not bother you, then it might be the right place for you. Best of luck! - Thu Jul 17 2008, 08:58

Less people are willing to live with such a flaw that impacts aesthetics and may cause concern about health affects (power lines), so it will take longer to sell. The same house could sell for more. I know I would not buy it, no matter if I liked the house! However, if you can get a great bargain and it does not bother you, then it might be the right place for you. Best of luck. - Thu Jul 17 2008, 08:57

It does make it harder to re-sell, therefore reducing value - there would be more demand for the same house without the pole, so you could theoretically sell it for more. It impacts the aesthetics and some people are concerned about the health affects of living under power lines, if that is what the pole is holding. Houses with issues like this take longer to sell because less people are willing to accept such a flaw. I know I wouldn't buy it, no matter if I liked the house. Best of luck! - Thu Jul 17 2008, 08:53

Utility pole on driveway of house.

Asked Wed Jul 16 2008, 23:59 by Anne - San Gabriel - Home Buying - 1 answer

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What are some things to look out for/insist on when buying a new/inventory home from a production builder?

Asked Sun Jul 13 2008, 09:31 by Jeremy - San Antonio Condo - Home Buying - 2 answers

David Stafford answered:

Builders are hurting too lately so negotiate all you can - be firm. Also, always hire an independant inspector to inspect the property. Many builders lead buyers down the path of assuming that because it is new, you have a walk through and punch list, and warranty, that you do not need an independant inspection, but believe me such an inspection is the best $300 you will ever spend! It can save you lots of heartache. Ask around for some reputable and experienced inspectors and then call and speak with each one and get their thoughts on new construction, then choose the one you feel is best for you. Also, just because it is new construction does not mean you should not have professional real estate representation. You should still have an agent on your side to guide you through the process and avoid the potential pitfalls - all for no cost to you! Best of luck to you! - Sun Jul 13 2008, 11:15

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