John and Amanda Cowherd are through with renting in Rio Rancho. The couple and their three children moved to New Mexico from Phoenix when John's job relocated. As they enter the Albuquerque real estate market, they hope to find a home with a big kitchen, a separate dining area, a large family room, a three-car garage, a grassy backyard and a laundry room on the top floor. They're hoping that their budget of $250,000 will be able to meet all their domicile desires.
