What the 2025 Biennial Update to the IDO Means for Property Owners

The City of Albuquerque is preparing its 2025 Biennial Update to the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) —the zoning code that governs what can be built,…

7 Overlooked REALTOR® Benefits Hiding in Plain Sight

Each year, your membership unlocks a wide range of tools that support your business, sharpen your skills and build your professionalism. Plenty of these resources…

Honoring Indigenous Creativity and Culture in New Mexico

In this final week of  Native American Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich contributions of Indigenous peoples — in art, food, science, stewardship, and culture…

Policy Spotlight: On Common Ground covers Local Government Financing

This issue of On Common Ground spotlights local government financing—where municipal funds come from, how they are spent, and the pressures communities face in balancing budgets.

Inside,…

Honoring Place and People: Recognizing Indigenous Nations of New Mexico

In this week of Native American Heritage Month, we shift focus to who and where. We recognize the Indigenous nations of this land — New Mexico is…

Office Closed on Thursday & Friday for Thanksgiving Holiday

The GAAR Office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th & Friday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Please plan accordingly for lockboxes and membership assistance.

The Stat That Matters: October 2025

Are sales down? Are prices up?

Southwest MLS Director Michelle Smith digs into the numbers to explain the data behind the message.