Living Albuquerque

Jennifer Wilson

Living Albuquerque is a podcast about finding your place, both in a home and in a community. Hosted by Jennifer Wilson, a top-producing Realtor with over 30 years of experience in Albuquerque, the show explores the city through conversations about local businesses, architecture, neighborhoods, and the people who shape it. Blending real estate insight with storytelling, each episode offers a thoughtful look at what it truly means to live in Albuquerque, whether you’re new to the city or seeing it with fresh eyes.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Higher Education, Free College & Your Future in Albuquerque | Dr. Marissa Juarez

    👩🏻‍🏫 Is higher education in New Mexico more accessible than ever? In this episode of Living Albuquerque, host Jennifer Wilson sits down with Dr. Marissa Juarez, Writing Program Director and English faculty at Central New Mexico Community College (CNM). Dr. Juarez shares how local educational institutions are breaking down barriers for students of all ages. 🎙 In this episode, you'll learn: ✔️ How New Mexico's Lottery and Opportunity Scholarships cover full college tuition ✔️ Dr. Juarez’s journey from premed chemistry to English and finding her calling in education ✔️ The modern value of a liberal arts degree and essential problem-solving skills ✔️ Key benefits of CNM, including wraparound support, dual credit, and credit transfers ✔️ Local Albuquerque recommendations, favorite coffee shop study spots, and hidden gems _____________ ⭐ Whether you are a student planning your next move, an adult learner considering a career shift, or a resident proud of New Mexico, this episode delivers practical insights into local education and community growth! 🎧 HOSTED BY: Jennifer Wilson 👤 GUEST: Dr. Marissa Juarez – Writing Program Director & English Faculty at Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) Bringing a rich background in rhetoric, writing, and higher education leadership, dedicated to student success, accessible community college resources, and academic growth across New Mexico. _____________ 👉🏻 FOLLOW JENNIFER WILSON: • Website: https://www.nmhouse.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ Don’t forget to LIKE 👍 SUBSCRIBE 🔔 COMMENT 💬 below! 💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    Higher Education, Free College & Your Future in Albuquerque | Dr. Marissa Juarez

  2. Aug 4

    The Secret to Executive Rentals: Turning Properties into Homes | Nevada Harmon

    🏢 Discover how executive rentals are creating new real estate opportunities in Albuquerque. Jennifer Wilson sits down with Nevada Harmon to discuss the impact of the film industry, what makes a successful midterm rental, the best neighborhoods for investors, furnishing tips that attract quality tenants, and why Albuquerque continues to grow as a destination for professionals relocating for work. 🎙 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ✔️ Executive vs. Airbnb: Key differences in midterm rentals ✔️Smart Property Types: Why 1-2 bedrooms offer the best ROI ✔️Tenant Reality: Who rents beyond film crews (nurses, athletes, corporate) ✔️Decor That Sells: Why Mid-century beats Southwestern style. ✔️The "Home" Effect: Why interior details matter more than curb appeal _____________ 🎧 HOSTED BY: Jennifer Wilson 👤 GUEST: Nevada Harmon – Licensed Property Manager, Realtor, and Owner & CEO of HOME Local 505 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! _____________ 👉🏻 CONNECT NEVADA HARMON – HOME LOCAL 505 • Website: https://homelocal505.com/about-us/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nevada-harmon-97ab4212/ 👉🏻 FOLLOW JENNIFER WILSON: • Website: https://www.nmhouse.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ Don’t forget to LIKE 👍 SUBSCRIBE 🔔 COMMENT 💬below! 💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    The Secret to Executive Rentals: Turning Properties into Homes | Nevada Harmon

  3. Jul 21

    The Real Reason Staged Homes Sell Faster and for More

    🚀 Discover why home staging is one of the smartest investments sellers can make before listing a property. Jennifer Wilson sits down with professional home stager Nicole Hodgkins to discuss the psychology behind staging, how it influences buyers, common staging myths, virtual vs. physical staging, and practical tips that help homes sell faster and for top dollar. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 👤 Guest:🏡 Nicole Hodgkins – Owner & Professional Home Staging Expert Nicole Hodgkins is the founder and lead designer at Su Casa Staging. With years of experience in the design industry, she specializes in real estate staging, rental property styling, and home furnishings. After operating her business in Albuquerque for two decades, she recently relocated to Gig Harbor, Washington, where she is currently launching her second design venture. 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Why staging increases buyer interest ✔️ Emotional marketing in real estate ✔️ Home staging myths explained ✔️ Virtual staging vs. real staging ✔️ Easy improvements that increase home value 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Nicole Hodgkins: 🌐 Website → https://www.sucasastaging.com/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/sucasastaging/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.facebook.com/SuCasaStaging/ 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson: 🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    The Real Reason Staged Homes Sell Faster and for More

  4. Jul 7

    How to Feel Confident on Camera Without Faking It

    🚀 In this inspiring episode of Living Albuquerque, host Jennifer Wilson sits down with portrait artist and self-mentor Brooke Bailey to explore the powerful connection between photography, confidence, identity, and personal transformation. Brooke shares her journey from studying psychology to becoming a portrait artist who helps people see themselves in a completely new light. Together, they discuss overcoming self-doubt, the impact of visual self-perception, personal branding, creativity, and the unique magic of Albuquerque. This heartfelt conversation is filled with insights on self-expression, authenticity, and learning to show up fully as yourself. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 👤 Guest:🏡 Brooke Bailey – Portrait Artist & Self Mentor 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Using photography to build confidence and self-worth ✔️ The psychology behind self-image and personal growth ✔️ Authentic branding and showing up as your true self ✔️ Creativity, self-expression, and overcoming limiting beliefs ✔️ Why Albuquerque continues to inspire Brooke’s work and life 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Brooke Bailey: 🌐 Website → https://brookebaileyportraits.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/BrookeBaileyPortrait/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-bailey-85b298274/ 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson: 🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    How to Feel Confident on Camera Without Faking It

  5. Jun 23

    The Hidden Work Behind Every Real Estate Closing

    🚀 Closing day is the finish line of a real estate transaction, but what actually happens behind the scenes to get buyers and sellers there? In this episode of Living Albuquerque, escrow officer and branch manager Tara Ross of Title Alliance of New Mexico breaks down the closing process, title insurance, escrow, wire fraud protection, and the many moving parts that happen before ownership officially transfers. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, seller, investor, or real estate professional, this conversation will help demystify one of the most important stages of the home-buying journey. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 👤 Guest:🏡 Tara Ross – Senior Escrow Officer & Branch Manager, Title Alliance of New Mexico Tara Ross is an Escrow Officer and Branch Manager at Title Alliance of New Mexico, based in Albuquerque. With over two decades of experience in the title industry, including extensive work as an escrow officer, she specializes in guiding transactions through the closing process with a detailed, client-focused approach. 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ The role of escrow in real estate transactions ✔️ How title insurance protects property owners ✔️ Title commitments, liens, and ownership verification ✔️ Wire fraud risks and security best practices ✔️ What happens after closing until ownership officially transfers 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Tara Ross: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/TAofNewMexico# 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-ross-23b6189a/ 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson: 🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    The Hidden Work Behind Every Real Estate Closing

  6. Jun 9

    Homeowner’s Insurance Explained

    🚀 In this episode of Living Albuquerque, Jennifer Wilson speaks with insurance expert Michael Telles, Account Executive with Washington Federal Insurance Group, to break down what’s really changing in homeowner’s insurance today. They cover rising costs, stricter underwriting rules, fire zone re-ratings in New Mexico, inspections after closing, and why working with an insurance broker matters more than ever. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 👤 Guest:🏡 Michael Telles – Insurance Broker & Real Estate Professional 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Why insurance costs and requirements are rising ✔️ Fire zone mapping and non-renewals in New Mexico ✔️ Broker vs captive agent differences ✔️ Replacement cost vs purchase price confusion ✔️ Home inspections, roof age, wiring, and underwriting risks ✔️ Liability coverage and umbrella policies ✔️ Credit impact and insurance rating factors ✔️ Bundling home and auto insurance (pros and cons) ✔️ When to activate or cancel insurance in a home sale 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights into protecting your property and avoiding costly insurance surprises. 💼 Connect with Michael Telles: 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-telles-7780b0ba/ 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson: 🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    Homeowner’s Insurance Explained

  7. May 26

    Why Most Home Contracts Get Delayed

    🚀 In this episode of Living Albuquerque, Jennifer Wilson sits down with transaction manager and qualifying broker Casilda “Cass” Barlow for a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens after a home goes under contract. From deadlines and forms to inspections, lenders, title companies, and communication, Jennifer and Cass break down the complex process that keeps real estate transactions moving smoothly. They also dive into New Mexico real estate forms, the Forms Committee, Albuquerque living, and how teamwork and communication make all the difference in real estate. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 👤 Guest:🏡 Cass Barlow – Transaction Manager & Qualifying Broker 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Behind-the-scenes real estate transaction management ✔️ The importance of deadlines and communication ✔️ How New Mexico forms protect buyers and sellers ✔️ Common transaction delays and how they’re handled ✔️ Albuquerque lifestyle, community, and real estate insights 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Cass Barlow: 🌐 Website → https://workinggirlabq.com/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/casildabarlow/ 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/workinggirlabq 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson:🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    Why Most Home Contracts Get Delayed

  8. May 26

    First-Time Home Buyer? Don’t Talk to a Bank First

    🚀 In this first guest episode, Jennifer sits down with Jeree Tomasi, Senior Loan Officer with New Mexico Mortgage Advisors, to talk about Albuquerque real estate, the mortgage industry, homeownership, credit, interest rates, and what makes New Mexico such a special place to live. Jeree shares her personal story as a lifelong Albuquerque resident, discusses how lending has changed over the last three decades, and offers practical advice for first-time homebuyers, investors, and anyone looking to better understand financing options in today’s market. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 👤 Guest:🏡 Jeree Tomasi – Senior Loan Officer & Mortgage Broker Jeree Hindi Tomasi is a mortgage professional with more than 30 years of experience, helping individuals and families achieve homeownership. She has guided thousands of clients through the mortgage process, providing personalized support and education. Based in Albuquerque, Jeree has built a long-standing career assisting clients with residential financing. 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Mortgage broker advantages and loan shopping ✔️ Credit education and improving credit scores ✔️ Albuquerque housing inventory and affordability ✔️ First-time buyer and investor loan programs ✔️ New Mexico culture, community, and local pride 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Jeree Tomasi: 🌐 Website → https://www.jereetomasi.com/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jereetomasi/ 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeree-hindi-tomasi-31875028/ 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson: 🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    First-Time Home Buyer? Don’t Talk to a Bank First

  9. May 26

    Living Albuquerque. Live well. Live burque.

    🚀 In the debut episode of Living Albuquerque, Jennifer Wilson shares her personal journey of falling in love with Albuquerque and explains the deeper meaning behind real estate and community. With over 31 years of experience as a top realtor in New Mexico, Jennifer explores what truly makes Albuquerque special — from its architecture and culture to its people, neighborhoods, and breathtaking landscapes. This episode sets the foundation for future conversations about local businesses, real estate, art, architecture, and the unique spirit of New Mexico. 🎧 Hosted by: Jennifer Wilson 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Albuquerque lifestyle and community ✔️ New Mexico architecture and culture ✔️ Relocation and finding the right neighborhood ✔️ Jennifer Wilson’s real estate journey ✔️ Future topics and guest conversations on the podcast 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 🎧 Follow Jennifer Wilson: 🌐 Website → https://www.nmhouse.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferwilson_abq_realtor 💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwilsonrealtorabq/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - Icons of Real Estate

    Living Albuquerque. Live well. Live burque.
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About

Living Albuquerque is a podcast about finding your place, both in a home and in a community. Hosted by Jennifer Wilson, a top-producing Realtor with over 30 years of experience in Albuquerque, the show explores the city through conversations about local businesses, architecture, neighborhoods, and the people who shape it. Blending real estate insight with storytelling, each episode offers a thoughtful look at what it truly means to live in Albuquerque, whether you’re new to the city or seeing it with fresh eyes.

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  • Creator
    Jennifer Wilson
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jennifer Wilson
  • Show Website
    Living Albuquerque