Arbolera de Vida Phase I: Resident Testimonials Renati and Malisa West If it weren't for the SCLT I would never have been able to afford a home in the North Valley. I learned more about buying a home through the SCLT and their classes than from all the other realtors and programs I have tried. I lived in public housing for eleven years and never thought that I could afford to buy a home in the North Valley. I didn't want to move to Rio Rancho or some other subdivision on the west side. I am excited to live in a revitalized area that has brought the old and the new neighborhoods together as one community. This is a place to stay for the rest of my life! I love my home; my self-esteem is through the roof! I wouldn't get this type of living experience in a sub-division. It doesn't matter what race or class you bring to Arbolera de Vida, I believe that this community will bring out positive moral aspects that neighbors don't experience any more. I think Arbolera de Vida will be a model for other Albuquerque communities to build a safe, secure community.

Charles, Josie, Rebakah, Deanna, and Elizabeth Pflieger We had been renting a home from the church for only $360.00 per month and I don't think we could have gotten in a home, in this location in a quality house this soon without the SCLT. It's a good size house for a reasonable price and it has lots of character, we have had many compliments on the stained concrete floors, cracks and all. The area has a "country openness" you feel like you are living in the valley where you can see the bosque river area and the mountains all at the same time. There is lots of history here, I love being able to walk to Old town and shop at the stores and keep money in the hands of the community.

Rebecca and Analisa Baldonado It was awesome working with the staff. I felt more comfortable knowing that all of them understood the local culture and believed in making a difference for native New Mexicans. I appreciate that average working people like myself can afford to buy a great home in a great community in the North Valley area. I want to get involved and organize the neighborhood to keep it clean and safe. I really can't wait to see Arbolera de Vida as the parks, the Mercado, the plaza and gardens are built. The fact that I am an owner and have a say in the future of this development outweighs the need to buy a house on the market.

Rita Gonzales I could afford to buy a home on the market but the pricing for SCLT homes is excellent. This home and its monthly costs fit right in with my retirement plans. Although I miss out on the profit of the full appreciated value of my home when I sell, I would rather give back to my community by being able to give the opportunity for a low or moderate income family to own a home in the future. I believe in the concept of the Community Land Trust. This neighborhood, old and new has wonderful people! I just love the area.