It may not be your first impulse to list your home in winter, but life events can sometimes dictate timing on when moves must happen. Knowing how to best show off your home to its full advantage can pay even bigger dividends in the winter, when daylight hours run short, temperatures drop, and the usual rules may not apply

Keep up the curb appeal

Curb appeal has a different meaning in winter weather, but the same basic principles apply: tidying the exterior and clearing driveways and walkways are essential. Carpet should be recently cleaned and in good repair -- and now's the time to embark on a mission to make your home clutter-free by removing photographs and knickknacks.

Emphasize light

For your home to look its best during a winter viewing, it should feel both welcoming and warm. Highlight winterized features On the flip side, emphasizing features that make your property a smart winter buy can also help seal the deal after your home passes the charm test. Winter buyers want to be confident that their new property will be well winterized for the immediate months ahead.

Show all seasons

Take advantage of the opportunity to display your home's charm by providing a photo portfolio with your listing -- or even laying out a photo album of your home -- and be sure to include pictures from all seasons.

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Winter offers some unique opportunities for sellers, so ignore your instincts to let your home hibernate. Late winter may actually be a prime time for coming to market

Less inventory = more attention

Because everyone thinks they shouldn't list their property under threat of snow and ice, there are very few homes to buy at the start of a new year. But that doesn't mean there aren't still potential buyers on the prowl. And if your house is the only game in town, you're likely to have a lot more interest than in spring when the market is saturated.

A locked-in real estate agent

Fewer clients means greater motivation to move the properties they represent. They also have more time and energy to focus on your cause.

No landscaping, no problem

In wintertime, though, the living is easy. If there's snow, you shovel -- that's pretty much it. No after work and weekend hours toiling to maintain your outdoor space

A lighter footprint, literally

Overall, there are quite likely fewer buyers on the prowl during the winter months -- more focused and more motivated, yes, but undeniably fewer. Consider this a blessing. Fewer showings means fewer people stomping through your home, tracking dirt and mud all over your carpets as they open your medicine cabinets and peek into your closets.

A faster home sale

It's counterintuitive but true: Homes actually sell more quickly in the winter months, even in cold-weather cities. There's no general consensus on exactly why this is true, although low inventory is quite likely a big part of it.

A higher listing price

Another surprise: Statistics show that homes actually sell at a slightly higher price in winter. This owes to several less mysterious factors. Motivated buyers might also submit a price that's too good to refuse, or a fear of rising mortgage rates, might cause a buyer to be more willing to pay a higher price upfront. Whatever the reason, it's a happy discovery for many people who finalize a home sale when the weather outside is frightful.

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CONDITIONS FOR DECEMBER 23RD

TEMP 27° TODAYS WEATHER Light snow in the morning. HI 40° / LOW 23° ________________________________________ 24 HOUR 6" LIFTS OPEN 5 / 7 TRAILS OPEN 15 / 79 48 HOUR 6" LAST 5 DAYS 6" BASE DEPTH 24" SEASON TOTAL 41" VIEW THE FULL REPORT

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44° / 22° Snow (under 1 in.) overnight. SUN

36° / 17° Snow (1–2 in.) until evening and breezy in the morning. MON

36° / 11° Clear throughout the day. TUE

40° / 13° Clear throughout the day. ________________________________________ TODAYS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Good Morning Angel Fire! We received 6? of new Snow in the last 24 hours at the Summit! If ever there was a time to try First Tracks, today is a great day. Ski or Ride fresh groomers with our mountain hosts on super soft corduroy to start the day. Make sure to peek at the full events calendar to find what you can't miss out on. There's still time to make Angel Fire Resort your Home for the Holidays, and with more snow in the forecast, chances are looking great for a White Christmas.

Night Skiing will open tonight from 4-8 PM on Ridge Run and High Road and we are optimistic about opening more new terrain over the next several days. Stay up to date with the latest information by subscribing to our snow report. Find your Adventure at Angel Fire Resort.

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Information obtained from Angel Fire Resort

Enjoy the Holiday Cheer Around Angel Fire

ANGEL FIRE RESORT HOLIDAY EVENTS

December 22

6-8pm | 50th Anniversary Beer Release - Ol' AF Brew - Party at Legends

December 23

7:45-9am | First Tracks Begin

1pm & 7:30pm | Mysto Mysto Magic Shows

December 24

10am-3pm | Ski & Snowboard with Santa & Mrs. Claus

4:30-5:30pm | Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Clause at The Lodge

4-6pm | Members Photos with Santa at Elements

4-9pm | Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet at Elements

6-7pm | Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks

December 25

10am-3pm | Ski & Snowboard with Santa & Mrs. Claus

4-9pm | Christmas Dinner Buffet at Elements

December 28

1-3pm | Members Art & Carafe Class

December 30

1pm & 7:30pm | Mysto Mysto Magic Shows

December 31

9-11am | Oxygen Bar at Chianti's

7pm-12am | New Year's Eve Celebration at Elements

6-7pm | New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks

8:30pm-Midnight | New Year's Eve Party at Village Haus

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Information obtained from Angel Fire Resort

Always dreamed of having your own mountaintop chalet? Here's how to make it a reality. If you've ever wanted a ski home, now is your opportunity a ski home can be yours in five easy steps.

1. Understand the total cost of owning a ski home

2. Decide between second home or investment property

3. Review monthly and transactional cost line items

4. Make an offer using a local real estate agent and lender

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5. It is all downhill from here

Obtained from Zillow

The Feds announced an increase of .25% on 14 th of December and in response, long terms rates dropped a bit (because this was expected and was already 'built into' rates) to about 4.25% on a conforming 30 yr fixed mortgage . Federal Reserve Board sets the rate for overnight loans from bank to bank. They raised the rate to .75% and indicated there is likely to be two to three more raises in 2017. Prime is the index connected to most short term loans ( credit cards, autos lines of credit etc.) and is always 3.0% higher than the overnight rate so prime is currently at 3.75% which is still lower (other than the last 8 years), than any prime rate since 1956.

While it seems that long term, rates may increase in the coming year they are likely to still remain low by historical comparisons. While these increased rates will impact the refinance side of our business we don't expect a negative impact on new purchases in 2017.

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Now that Taos Plaza is full of holiday lights, a lit Christmas tree and stores have put out their best decorations, Taos has been named one of 30 "most romantic small towns" in the U .S. for the holidays.

The artsy town of Taos- arguably a romantic place any time of year-comes to life during the holidays with tree lightings, concerts and craft fairs.

Every Christmas Eve, locals and visitors gather for a religious procession that takes place at the Taos Pueblo. Bonfires, luminarias and a historic gun salute are enjoyed by the crowd, who experience a unique Southwestern style of the Christmas spirit.

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RED RIVER SKI DEAL DAZE

DECEMBER 09 - DECEMBER 11 Get an early start on the season during our Deal Daze! December 9 – 11, 2016 Get great deals on lift tickets!!! Comparison Chart Adult Teen Junior Senior Regular 1 Day Price $73 $67 $57 $57 DEAL DAZE 1 Day Price $45 $40 $35 $35 Regular 1/2 Day Price $55 $50 $40 $40 DEAL DAZE 1/2 Day Price $35 $30 $25 $25 THE YOUNG AT HEART (over 70) ALWAYS SKI FREE AT RED RIVER SKI

TAOS SKI VALLEY

DECEMBER 09 OPENING DAY UPDATES The snow dances are working, so keep it up! Taos Ski Valley is moving up our opening day to Friday, December 9th. Recent snowfalls combined with some impressive work by our dedicated Mountain Crew are allowing us to open a week ahead of what we had previously stated and we couldn't be happier. So tune up your skis and boards...it's time to start the 2016-17 Taos Ski Valley season!

Starting the 9th, Taos will be open 7 days a week through our closing day of April 2, 2017.

ANGEL FIRE RESORT UPCOMING EVENTS

Member Skiing & Snowboarding Preview

December 8 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Angel Fire Resort, + Google Map Calling all Angel Fire Resort Members... Itching to get your first turns in on our mountain for the 2016-2017 Winter Season? Join us from 10:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m. for our Member Skiing & Snowboarding Preview! All members ski and 'board free with their current valid membership cards a day before anybody else.

Winter Season Opening Day

December 9 Angel Fire Resort, + Google Map Tune up your board and skis and join us for our first official day of the 2016-2017 Winter Season on the mountain! Free 2nd Annual Snow Wash

December 10 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Angel Fire Car Wash, An Angel Fire ritual! That old wise-tail, after you wash your car, it rains? Well we are going to get snow A LOT OF SNOW, after the 2nd Annual Car Wash. Come down for a free car wash at the Angel Fire Car Wash between 2pm to 4pm. A chance to get your car all clean, and increase our chances of snow in the mountain. Member Cookie and Hot Chocolate Social

December 10 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Angel Fire Resort, + Google Map Ready for the winter season on the mountain? Celebrate the beginning of the season on the deck from 3pm-5pm with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies while socializing with other members. Call (575) 377-3055 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you on the mountain!

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Obtained from Ski New Mexico True & Angel Fire Resort

Going into winter, you'll find that buyers who are willing to trudge through snow to see a home tend to be much more motivated to make a purchase than those who spend a sunny Saturday dropping into open houses.

If you're thinking of listing your home in the next few months, follow these steps to ensure a quick sale at a great price:

1. Skip the holiday décor

Staging basics such as decluttering and depersonalizing still count during the holidays, so it's best to keep the inflatable Rudolph and the tinsel in storage.

You never know who your potential buyer is, you don't want to potentially turn someone off.

If you must decorate remember classic is always best. Hang an elegant wreath on the front door.

Don't overdo the lights; simple white lights can add a festive touch.

Skip the tree and box up the greeting cards.

Decorate a tree only if you have a great room and you want to show off a high ceiling.

2. Update your photo

Its's fine to lead your listing right now with a gorgeous photo of crimson- and gold-leaved trees on the front lawn, but once the leaves have fallen, you'll want a new photo to keep the listing looking fresh. Try to snap photos on days when there's a blue sky, which will pop against a blanket of white snow.

3. Keep the outside neat

Curb appeal is just as important but slightly more difficult to achieve in fall and winter. A leaf- or snow-covered lawn can be beautiful, but it can also get messy quickly. Make sure it's neat and tidy. Put an added focus on raking and removing leaves, and consider hiring a snow-removal service to be sure that your driveway and walkways are clear and safe for visitors at all times.

4. Clear the entryway

You'll want to make sure there's space for a few people (like a couple and their agent) to stand in the foyer, shed their winter clothes, and stomp off the debris on their shoes. Maybe provide an umbrella stand and shoe covers to keep visitors from tracking mud and snow through your home.

5. Make it warm--literally and figuratively

It's vital that a house be warm, but not too warm that people have to peel off all their clothes, but definitely not so cold that they want to get out as fast as possible. If you have a fireplace, make sure it's lit, a roaring fireplace during a weekday showing is a cozy way to celebrate the winter and warm visitors as well.

6. Be more flexible with showings

There are fewer hours of daylight, when your home looks its best, in the winter months, so try to accommodate potential buyers who want to come for daytime visits.

7. Light it up

Even during the day, cloudy gray skies can make window-lined rooms feel gloomy. Adding floor lamps and turning on all the lights will make the property feel more welcoming. Light up every dark corner because they can make a room feel smaller than it is. If visitors are coming at night, you'll want to turn on all your exterior lights as well.

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Information obtained from Realtor.com