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Let's say he buys a house and after 3 years gets orders. Is he planning to keep it, sell it, what? The Air Force isn't going to buy it like a private firm may, are they?
2018 new mexico BAH Rates
Basic Allowance for Housing:
MHA: NM206 - ALBUQUERQUE/KIRTLAND AFB
If they do not live in furnished military quarters they can draw BAH, Basic Allowance for Housing
The lowest rate possible at Kirtland is:
"The Basic Allowance for Housing is a military benefit that comes in handy when applying for a VA home loan. It provides the lender with an easy-to-measure proof of your ability to pay a mortgage on time. BAH is an important military benefit for anyone considering a VA loan for that first home."
Let's say he buys a house and after 3 years gets orders. Is he planning to keep it, sell it, what? The Air Force isn't going to buy it like a private firm may, are they?
You've got me on that. It's their finances, so their decision. I'm just trying to give them a good idea of where to look. I'm giving my input that they should rent, but in the end it's up to them.
However, I'm in a community in Florida near Air Force Base and there's quite a few military families, so something makes it worth buying home. I have one couple next door to me and they know now they will be moving within 2 years. Another couple a couple blocks over that expected to move in 2 years, they got their orders last month and will have lived here 27 months. Must be the housing allowance that makes it worth it.
Her fiance bought house in Las Vegas (NV) and will turn a profit within 3 years, so maybe he's thinking he'll be able to do that again - I have my doubts given the economic conditions today and the area.
Hi again.... after some delays in transfers my daughter and fiance are now looking at homes in Albuquerque. They are looking at a home in the Four Hills Village area which is in their price range, also seems like reasonable commute to Kirkland. Any feedback on the area?
Hi again.... after some delays in transfers my daughter and fiance are now looking at homes in Albuquerque. They are looking at a home in the Four Hills Village area which is in their price range, also seems like reasonable commute to Kirkland. Any feedback on the area?
A lot of people who work on Kirtland (with a T) live in 4 hills (the "village" part may appear on maps but people just call it "four hills").
Nicer, older houses. A little isolated. Definitely has a "bedroom community" feel, as you'll pass dozens of houses (and speed bumps!) before you get to any businesses.
A lot of people who work on Kirtland (with a T) live in 4 hills (the "village" part may appear on maps but people just call it "four hills").
Nicer, older houses. A little isolated. Definitely has a "bedroom community" feel, as you'll pass dozens of houses (and speed bumps!) before you get to any businesses.
Could definitely do worse.
Thanks. I think there's a preference to be somewhat isolated. Their importance leans more towards safety and overall neighborly feel, and also reasonable commute to the base.
There is a "Four Hills Village" and there is a "Four Hills Mobile Home Park" and there is a "Village At Four Hills". They are near each other. Some people get them confused.
My wife worked at Kirtland Air Force Base for about 10 years and commuted from Rio Rancho.
There are a lot of areas which have suitable neighborhoods.
There is a "Four Hills Village" and there is a "Four Hills Mobile Home Park" and there is a "Village At Four Hills". They are near each other. Some people get them confused.
My wife worked at Kirtland Air Force Base for about 10 years and commuted from Rio Rancho.
There are a lot of areas which have suitable neighborhoods.
Per the map, it's in Four Hills Village. The maps shows that's located near Juan Tabo Hills. Not sure how that aligns to the mobile home park or "village at Four Hills".
Per the map, it's in Four Hills Village. The maps shows that's located near Juan Tabo Hills. Not sure how that aligns to the mobile home park or "village at Four Hills".
They are all pretty close, but not an issue to the best of my knowledge. We had friends in the area which we would visit 15 years ago. We have lived in Rio Rancho 15+ years. My wife commuted to Kirtland AFB until she retired.
We have moved many times over the years. I would recommend a trip to look at the entire area.
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