Live Music Every Thursday Evening in Taos Plaza
A few things to know before you go!
Taos Plaza North will be the only road open to traffic.
Please use the additional space to socially distance yourself from others.
Please stay off the Gazebo and Gazebo stairs to allow the band to have additional space.
Please bring your own chairs, blankets, picnics and Dancing Shoes!
And while you are in town You can visit us at our Taos office and
take a look at some of the amazing homes for sale in Taos or the
amazing Taos Earthships that are currently on the market! Also take look at some Taos Land and Taos Condos!
Taos Farmers Market Opening Day May 15th
Join us back on the Plaza May 15, 2021 for our Opening Day Celebration! Many of our farmers have been hard at work and are
ready to hit the ground running this season with fresh, local, naturally-grown produce and plant starts. Come get some plant
starts or even fruit trees to start the garden of your dreams this year, no yard is too small any patch of soil given attention
and care can produce food. Get to know your farmers and you get to know the land you live on, we promise you'll taste the difference.
May 15 also happens to be Dia de San Isidro Labrador patron saint of farmers – to celebrate this Saint who many of our farmers pay
homage to we are partnering with the Alianza Agri-Cultura de Taos, Taos Valley Acequia Association, Taos Land Trust, & the
Taos Country Economic Development Center to bring Auntie Nannie's Seed Exchange station to the market. Come learn about farming and
planting and all that goes into local food production from groups who know the ins & outs of farming and food production in Taos!
They have a whole week of activities planned see their promotional flyer on our Facebook or Instagram pages & join in on the fun!
for more information visit their webpage at http://taosfarmersmarket.org/
Please follow all current state/local health orders when visiting market thank you!
And while you are in town You can visit us at our Taos office and take a look at some of the amazing homes for sale in Taos or the amazing
Taos Earthships that are currently on the market! Also take look at some Taos Land and Taos Condos!
Taos ranks as a cool town!
It is exciting when others figure out what locals have always known...Taos is a really cool town! The rich culture, authentic food and drink as well as the unique variety of activities that are available make Taos, New Mexico a premier destination.
The Matador Network has Taos chosen as the only town in New Mexico on their top 25 cool towns for the second year in a row. Though its population is well under 100,000 (32,795 for Taos County and 5,668 in the town itself), it ranks alongside other towns much larger in size due to the artistic communities and galleries, shopping, and the beautiful Taos Ski Valley and historic Taos Pueblo.
The Taos Real Estate market is wide open with Taos homes for sale and lovely Taos condos. We also have Taos land for sale from smaller lots to larger Taos acreage.
If you are looking to buy into the cool culture of Taos, let us help you create a lifestyle that is perfect for you. New Mexico Mountain Properties can help make your vision a reality. Contact our Taos Real Estate Brokers at 575-758-5852 where our knowledgeable brokers will guide you towards your dream.
We also have an office in Angel Fire to assist if you prefer the Alpine setting of Angel Fire. Give our experienced Angel Fire brokers a call at 575-377-2626 whether you are looking for an Angel Fire home for sale, a condo in Angel Fire for those weekend getaways or an investment property in Angel Fire.
Ask our New Mexico Properties brokers about our spectacular 10-20 acre parcels of land in beautiful Taos Pine Ranch or Hidden Lake. We are here to serve you!
Taos named in Trip Advisor's 2018 top destinations
The most impressive attraction is still the UNESCO-rated Taos Pueblo, the huge adobe complex that's housed locals for 1,000 years. Another highlight is the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. As usual, there's plenty going on in Taos this year: secret supper clubs, farmers' markets, the Music on the Mesa Festival.
Taos also was named the No. 3 Best Christmas Vacation in the world in 2017 by U.S. News and World Report. One of only two U.S. destinations, Taos beat out major cities such as London, Zurich, and Amsterdam. In addition, the February 2018 issue of Sunset Magazine named Taos as one of its "Best Places to Live in the West."
Come on vacation...you may never want to leave. If you decide to stay forever allow the ladies at New Mexico Mountain Properties find the perfect home in Taos or Angel Fire, maybe a condo in Taos, close to Taos Ski Valley or the historic Taos Plaza. Thinking of a home or condo close to the slopes in Angel Fire we are the ladies to call on. Do you want to lessen your imprint on the world buy an Earthship designed for green living. Maybe you want the perfect Taos get away to fuel your artistic side call us at (575) 758-5852.
Perhaps you are wanting to build your dream home we have lots and larger parcels to choose from in Taos and Angel Fire. Does lakeside living appeal to you? We have many lakeside lots available in Angel Fire's private community of Hidden Lake.Do you prefer views of the Angel Fire Resort Ski Slope, check out the lots for sale in Taos Pines Ranch. If buying or selling Angel Fire property call us at (575) 377-2626.
We are dedicated to bringing you the Best in Real Estate in the Enchanted Circle. To speak directly to a broker call Paula at (575) 770-3306. We are here to welcome you to our growing community....the mountains are calling...!!
Information obtained from Taos News and TripAdvisor
https://www.tripadvisor.com/VacationRentalsBlog/2018/01/02/top-usa-cities-to-visit/
The History of Taos
The Taos valley can trace inhabitants back about 9000 years. From the ancestral Pueblo Indians (known as the Anasazi) to the residents of the still inhabited Taos Pueblo, to the conquistadors traveling north from Mexico, to the artists of the past century. Taos has been a place of sharing goods and knowledge. Some 6000 years ago, nomadic hunter-gatherers passed through the Taos area, leaving behind arrowheads, potsherds, and pictographs. Taos is a place where history is honored and continues to be made every day. The ancestors of today's Taos Pueblo Indians established cultures in Chaco Canyon, Salmon Ruins, and Canyon de Chelly. There are many examples of American Indian inhabitation as you travel throughout the Taos area.
When we think of Taos as an art colony, we should also think of the original artists who established Taos as a trading center long before Europeans set foot in the valley. The history of the Taos Valley can be interpreted through artifacts left by the many diverse cultures that have called it home. In some areas, you can still find pot shards and arrowheads left behind by the ancestors of today's residents of Taos and Picuris Pueblos.
The town of Taos itself is more than 400 years old, reaching back to the Spanish exploration and settlement of New Mexico. Taos is considered by many to be the ending point of El Camino Real (The Royal Road). More recently, the many ethnic groups that have populated the rest of the United States have also gained a foothold in North Central New Mexico, adding to the rich cultural heritage represented in the Taos museums.
Over the years, the variety of films shot in Taos reflects the range of terrain in the region. Taos has been synonymous with art and artists for more than 100 years. Even before the many 20th century artists flocked to Taos in search of light, landscape, and inspiration, Taos was famous as a trading center. Hispanic folk art, Native American pottery, and other crafts were some of the main commodities. Today, with more than 80 galleries and seven museums, Taos is still a haven for artists looking to establish themselves and a home to many of the world's most famous artists as well.
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, look to New Mexico Mountain Properties in Angel Fire and Taos, NM for all of your Real Estate needs. Our warm and inviting staff will help you get exactly what you are looking for, like our majestic mountain homes for sale in Angel Fire will give you the mountain setting you may want while our unique Taos homes for sale will let you get in touch with your creative side.
Our Taos Ski Valley and Angel Fire condos for sale will put you right next to all the winter activities. If you're looking to build your own home, then our Angel Fire and Taos land for sale will give you the freedom to create your own dream home. If you are seeking to live totally off the grid, then look to our Taos Earthships for sale. Whatever you're looking for we can help you find it. Give us a call at 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 in Taos or 575-770-3306 to speak directly to an agent. We are here to serve and welcome you to our spectacular area.
From: Taos Telephone Directory
Angel Fire Community Profile
Angel Fire is located at an elevation of 8,382 feet in the high Moreno Valley of Colfax County. The climate mirrors the Rocky Mountain setting that includes some of the highest peaks in New Mexico. About 210 inches of snow typically fall on Angel Fire in the winter, and average temperatures range between zero and 30 degrees. Summertime highs rarely exceed 80 degrees, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cool off midday temperatures.
Surrounded by US National Forest and private ranches, the incorporated Village of Angel Fire covers 18,450 acres. The village includes the general aviation Colfax County Airport and the Angel Fire Ski and Golf Resort, a private membership community overseen by the Association of Angel Fire Property Owners. The resort has more than a thousand private homes, a 500 acre ski and snowboard mountain, a championship golf course, country club, fishing lake and other amenities for member-landowners. Non-members can pay to use most resort facilities.
A favored hunting ground for the Utes, the Moreno Valley grew in the 1860s with the discovery of gold. Ranching dominated the local scene until the 1960s, when the first ski runs of Angel Fire Resort were cut on Aqua Fria Peak. Tourism fuels the local economy, although several large working ranches still operate in the area.
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, look to New Mexico Mountain Properties in Angel Fire and Taos, NM for all of your Real Estate needs. Our warm and inviting staff will help you get exactly what you are looking for, like our majestic mountain homes for sale in Angel Fire will give you the mountain setting you may want while our unique Taos homes for sale will let you get in touch with your creative side. Our Taos Ski Valley and Angel Fire condos for sale will put you right next to all the winter activities. If you're looking to build your own home, then our Angel Fire and Taos land for sale will give you the freedom to create your own dream home. If you are seeking to live totally off the grid, then look to our Taos Earthships for sale. Whatever you're looking for we can help you find it. Give us a call at 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 in Taos or 575-770-3306 to speak directly to an agent. We are here to serve and welcome you to our spectacular area.
From "Enchanted Homes" Oct/Nov 2015
Slope-side Fun Planned for Fiesta del Sol
Fiesta del Sol Spring Break Celebration Week 1 | March 5-12 Spring Break in Angel Fire is full of snowy mountain fun in the sun jam-packed with family activities!
First Tracks | Every Day The early bird gets the fresh track! Join us for First Tracks at 7:45 a.m. to make your first turns before anyone else. Space is limited so sign-up by calling 866-328-3552.
Night Skiing | Every Night We're keeping the lights on every night during Spring Break from 4-8 p.m. for only $12 with a same day lift ticket! Angel Fire Resort is the ONLY resort in New Mexico that offers night skiing, so don't miss out on this unique experience under the stars.
Saturday Night Flava Terrain Extravaganza | March 5 NM(X) Sports, New Mexico's premier youth focused organization, brings its Rail Jam series to our stellar Terrain Park! PRIZES for best run, best trick and slickest disco outfit. Sign-ups are the day of the contest & it's FREE to compete.
Ski Bum Ball | March 5 Live music will begin slope-side at 3:30 p.m. in the Village Haus. Come out and enjoy this fun kick-off party to a week of celebration!
Mountain Theme Days | March 8-10 Tuesday, March 8: Hawaiian Shirts Day Wednesday, March 9: School Pride Day Thursday, March 10: Retro Day
Fiesta del Sol fun continues for Week 2, March 13-20.
Lodging is filling up quickly for Spring Break, but we do still have some availability. Book your family's adventure online or by calling 866-328-3552.
While you are having so much fun, have some more fun checking out the many real estate bargains in Angel Fire, New Mexico. New Mexico Mountain Properties has numerous listing for lots and homes of any size to fit your wishes. Angel Fire, New Mexico is growing fast but, the buyer's market is still here. The friendly folks at New Mexico Mountain Properties are eagerly awaiting a chance to show: homes or lots in Angel Fire, New Mexico in a competent and professional manner. Makes no difference if you are looking for a home in Angel Fire, a condo in Angel Fire of land in Angel Fire, New Mexico Mountain Properties has the perfect listing for your needs.
Will the New Credit Score System Help You Get a Mortgage?
By Kali Hawlk: Kali Hawlk is a freelance writer and the co-founder of Off The Rails, a free mentorship platform for creative women. She's passionate about helping others do more with their money, their work, and their lives. Get in touch by tweeting @KaliHawlk.
A new bill in Congress could significantly impact your ability to secure a mortgage by changing the way lenders look at credit scores.
In December 2015, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives introduced a new bill. Known as H.R. 4211, or the Credit Score Competition Act, the bill is in its first stage of the legislative process. Although it's a long way from becoming a law (and your eyes may have glazed over at all that legislative jargon), future homebuyers have good reason to keep an eye on this bill. Proponents say it should help a number of first-time homebuyers compete in the real estate market.
That's because the bill would push for a new credit-scoring system, one that could potentially allow more buyers to secure funding (and be more competitive your area and other challenging markets). But how much will it really help your credit-score rating -- and how quickly?
What is the Credit Score Competition Act? H.R. 4211 is a bipartisan bill introduced by Ed Royce (R-CA) and Terri Sewell (D-AL). The bill would impact the Federal National Mortgage Association Charter Act. The core of the bill would require government-backed mortgage institutions -- meaning Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac -- to use credit scores in the underwriting process of residential home loans "only under certain conditions," which would include making the process used to validate and approve credit scores publicly available. According to the representatives who introduced the Credit Score Competition Act, this means that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could go beyond using the FICO credit-scoring model and use other systems, which is a big deal for those who have a low FICO credit score but are otherwise good home-loan candidates.
Why? How would this help potential homebuyers? Here's where things get interesting for potential homebuyers. People with credit scores that do not meet FICO's standards of "good" or "excellent" could be evaluated under different credit-score systems and therefore have their credit rated differently. In theory, this could help those buyers receive approval for a mortgage they might otherwise have missed out on. Because Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac own about 90% of the secondary mortgage market, and they're allowed to consider only FICO scores, there's no room for competition in the credit-scoring industry. With such low competition, there's no reason for companies to innovate.
This matters because not everyone has access to traditional forms of credit that beef up your FICO credit score (think steady income, bank accounts, assets, and months of credit-building history). Proponents who argue Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should be allowed to look at new credit-scoring systems say FICO's way of formulating credit scores is unfair to a number of groups, including first-time homebuyers, lower-income families, and minorities. The model currently used to score borrowers is based on data from nearly 20 years ago and excludes millions of people that companies like Experian say are creditworthy but whose scores don't reflect that under the system in place today.
Will the Credit Score Competition Act help you? Credit-scoring models currently used in the residential mortgage process judge someone's creditworthiness on a strict set of criteria but leave out factors that may indicate financial responsibility. For example, right now, FICO generally doesn't take into account factors such as whether you pay your rent on time. Sometimes, that's the only way first-time homebuyers can demonstrate they're capable of handling a monthly mortgage payment. The current credit-scoring model also effectively punishes borrowers who don't have much of a credit history; a short or nonexistent credit history can drag down overall scores. With this system, if you're financially responsible, a diligent saver, and debt-free, you could still miss out on a mortgage because you don't utilize credit in your day-to-day life (some people do prefer to use cash!). Stay tuned to H.R. 4211's journey through the legislative process. The bill could positively impact millions of Americans who cannot currently secure mortgages or are forced to pick from less than stellar options simply because the system in place today doesn't truly measure how financially responsible they are.
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, look to New Mexico Mountain Properties in Angel Fire and Taos, NM for all of your Real Estate needs. Our warm and inviting staff will help you get exactly what you are looking for, like our majestic mountain homes for sale in Angel Fire will give you the mountain setting you may want while our unique Taos homes for sale will let you get in touch with your creative side. Our Taos Ski Valley and Angel Fire condos for sale will put you right next to all the winter activities. If you're looking to build your own home, then our Angel Fire and Taos land for sale will give you the freedom to create your own dream home. If you are seeking to live totally off the grid, then look to our Taos Earthships for sale. Whatever you're looking for we can help you find it. Give us a call at 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 in Taos or 575-770-3306 to speak directly to an agent. We are here to serve and welcome you to our spectacular area.
Will The New Credit Score System Help You Get A Mortgage?
A new bill in Congress could significantly impact your ability to secure a mortgage by changing the way lenders look at credit scores.
In December 2015, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives introduced a new bill. Known as H.R. 4211, or the Credit Score Competition Act, the bill is in its first stage of the legislative process. Although it's a long way from becoming a law (and your eyes may have glazed over at all that legislative jargon), future homebuyers have good reason to keep an eye on this bill. Proponents say it should help a number of first-time homebuyers compete in the real estate market.
That's because the bill would push for a new credit-scoring system, one that could potentially allow more buyers to secure funding (and be more competitive your area and other challenging markets). But how much will it really help your credit-score rating -- and how quickly?
What is the Credit Score Competition Act? H.R. 4211 is a bipartisan bill introduced by Ed Royce (R-CA) and Terri Sewell (D-AL). The bill would impact the Federal National Mortgage Association Charter Act. The core of the bill would require government-backed mortgage institutions -- meaning Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac -- to use credit scores in the underwriting process of residential home loans "only under certain conditions," which would include making the process used to validate and approve credit scores publicly available. According to the representatives who introduced the Credit Score Competition Act, this means that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could go beyond using the FICO credit-scoring model and use other systems, which is a big deal for those who have a low FICO credit score but are otherwise good home-loan candidates.
Why? How would this help potential homebuyers? Here's where things get interesting for potential homebuyers. People with credit scores that do not meet FICO's standards of "good" or "excellent" could be evaluated under different credit-score systems and therefore have their credit rated differently. In theory, this could help those buyers receive approval for a mortgage they might otherwise have missed out on. Because Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac own about 90% of the secondary mortgage market, and they're allowed to consider only FICO scores, there's no room for competition in the credit-scoring industry. With such low competition, there's no reason for companies to innovate.
This matters because not everyone has access to traditional forms of credit that beef up your FICO credit score (think steady income, bank accounts, assets, and months of credit-building history). Proponents who argue Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should be allowed to look at new credit-scoring systems say FICO's way of formulating credit scores is unfair to a number of groups, including first-time homebuyers, lower-income families, and minorities. The model currently used to score borrowers is based on data from nearly 20 years ago and excludes millions of people that companies like Experian say are creditworthy but whose scores don't reflect that under the system in place today.
Will the Credit Score Competition Act help you? Credit-scoring models currently used in the residential mortgage process judge someone's creditworthiness on a strict set of criteria but leave out factors that may indicate financial responsibility. For example, right now, FICO generally doesn't take into account factors such as whether you pay your rent on time. Sometimes, that's the only way first-time homebuyers can demonstrate they're capable of handling a monthly mortgage payment. The current credit-scoring model also effectively punishes borrowers who don't have much of a credit history; a short or nonexistent credit history can drag down overall scores. With this system, if you're financially responsible, a diligent saver, and debt-free, you could still miss out on a mortgage because you don't utilize credit in your day-to-day life (some people do prefer to use cash!). Stay tuned to H.R. 4211's journey through the legislative process. The bill could positively impact millions of Americans who cannot currently secure mortgages or are forced to pick from less than stellar options simply because the system in place today doesn't truly measure how financially responsible they are.
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, look to New Mexico Mountain Properties in Angel Fire and Taos, NM for all of your Real Estate needs. Our warm and inviting staff will help you get exactly what you are looking for, like our majestic mountain homes for sale in Angel Fire will give you the mountain setting you may want while our unique Taos homes for sale will let you get in touch with your creative side. Our Taos Ski Valley and Angel Fire condos for sale will put you right next to all the winter activities. If you're looking to build your own home, then our Angel Fire and Taos land for sale will give you the freedom to create your own dream home. If you are seeking to live totally off the grid, then look to our Taos Earthships for sale. Whatever you're looking for we can help you find it. Give us a call at 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 in Taos or 575-770-3306 to speak directly to an agent. We are here to serve and welcome you to our spectacular area.
