Category: Local News
Signing Off: Laura Harris Announces Retirement
Dear Members,
After many wonderful years as your Communications Director, I wanted to share that I will be retiring from GAAR. This has been my plan for…
Weekly Market Statistics
A Weekly Market Activity Report is available in FastStats every Monday.
The Stat That Matters: November 2025
November’s numbers are in, and they tell a story worth bookmarking.
In this month’s “The Stat That Matters,” SWMLS Director Michelle Smith breaks down the…
NAR 2026 Forecast Summit Predicts Positive Recovery, With Regional Affordability Hurdles
Lower mortgage rates and inventory gains are expected to attract more buyers back to the market in 2026. With local variations in mind, NAR forecasts…
Scam Alert: Text Messages Claiming “GAAR Healthcare” Enrollment
Scam Alert: Text Messages Claiming “GAAR Healthcare” Enrollment
GAAR has been made aware of suspicious text messages circulating that reference “GAAR Healthcare.” In at least…
ABQ, BernCo & Rio Rancho Current Speed Camera Locations
Keep these spots in mind as you are driving around Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.
New speed cameras went up in the spring of 2025 and…
Honoring Hanukkah: Light, Resilience, and Community in Real Estate
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration rooted in resilience, perseverance, and the power of community. In 2025, Hanukkah begins at sundown on Sunday,…
Fed Rate Cut: What It Really Means for Homebuyers and the Housing Market
The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate once again, but even Fed Chair Jerome Powell warns that the move will not be a panacea for the housing…
Consumer Guide: Can’t Pay Your Mortgage? You Have Options
NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and…
The Stat That Matters: November 2025
November’s numbers are in, and they tell a story worth bookmarking.
In this month’s “The Stat That Matters,” SWMLS Director Michelle Smith breaks down the…
NAR 2026 Forecast Summit Predicts Positive Recovery, With Regional Affordability Hurdles
Lower mortgage rates and inventory gains are expected to attract more buyers back to the market in 2026. With local variations in mind, NAR forecasts…
Scam Alert: Text Messages Claiming “GAAR Healthcare” Enrollment
Scam Alert: Text Messages Claiming “GAAR Healthcare” Enrollment
GAAR has been made aware of suspicious text messages circulating that reference “GAAR Healthcare.” In at least…
ABQ, BernCo & Rio Rancho Current Speed Camera Locations
Keep these spots in mind as you are driving around Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.
New speed cameras went up in the spring of 2025 and…
Honoring Hanukkah: Light, Resilience, and Community in Real Estate
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration rooted in resilience, perseverance, and the power of community. In 2025, Hanukkah begins at sundown on Sunday,…
Fed Rate Cut: What It Really Means for Homebuyers and the Housing Market
The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate once again, but even Fed Chair Jerome Powell warns that the move will not be a panacea for the housing…
Consumer Guide: Can’t Pay Your Mortgage? You Have Options
NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and…