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A small increase in what you charge for your goods and services can make a tremendous difference to your bottom line.  The fact is that many businesses could charge more for their goods and services than they do, but fail to do so.  Owners often do not realize the great value of charging just one-percent more.  In this article, we’ll explore how charging even slightly more can dramatically impact your business. Let’s consider a hypothetical example. ...

05 March, 2021

House Bill 11, which was signed into law last Friday, will provide up to $100,000 per qualifying business to help with the hiring and re-hiring of employees. “Thousands of New Mexico businesses will be able to receive assistance through this grant program so they can hire or rehire employees,” said Economic Development Cabinet Secretary Alicia J. Keyes in a press release issued by the Office of the Governor. “Building this new capacity to create jobs is...

03 March, 2021

Coming in #5 on its list, Ruidoso is a second home destination that should be on your list, states Kiplinger. The personal financial magazine describes the picturesque town nestled in southern New Mexico’s Sierra Blanca mountain range, as "a haven from stifling summer heat in the desert basin below and a wintertime getaway for skiers and snowboarders in the Southwest. June 2020 median listing price: $349,550."...

26 February, 2021

Once  again Travel & Leisure readers singled out the City Different, describing it as an earthy, artsy town with centuries-old adobes, a vibrant gallery scene, memorable dining experiences, and nearby mountains that sate the urges of outdoor enthusiasts....

25 February, 2021

With its distinctive Spanish pueblo revival-style architectural, a multi-textured history that pre-dates its founding in 1610, and the oldest state capital in the nation, AFAR magazine named Santa Fe as one of the best small cities in the U.S. to visit and live in. The magazine further points out that, according to Resonance’s 2020 study, New Mexico’s capital is also the most Instagrammed small cities in the country....

25 February, 2021

Conde Nast Traveler's readers distinguished three Northern New Mexico area spas as being among the best in the country, including Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort, Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort and Spa in Taos County, and the Japanese-inspired spa Ten Thousand Waves in the foothills north of Santa Fe. The Inn of the Five Graces was the 11th best city hotel in the continental U.S. [caption id="attachment_979357" align="alignnone" width="900"] Ojo Santa Fe, courtesy of Melissa Hobdy Smith[/caption]...

25 February, 2021

Forbes reports that according RENTCafe,  overall travel searches for popular US vacation destinations showed that Americans are craving small-town comfort, beaches and nature vacations, while city trips have drastically decreased in popularity. Taos ranked #13 in its overall searches and #4 in its small town searches, while Ruidoso ranked #20 in its overall searches and #6 in its nature travel destinations....

20 February, 2021

For a destination for peace, relaxation and a zenlike setting, Reader's Digest lists White Sands National Monument as a place not to miss. "These Chihuahuan Desert dunes are positively dazzling, thanks to the reflective quality of gypsum, and incredibly soft due to its fine texture. On most days, you can have entire dunes all to yourself, so have fun making sand angels, pondering how the shrubs survive those harsh conditions, and gazing at the dreamy...

20 February, 2021

For families stumped about what to do over Spring Break, National Geographic has several road trip options. Following the 472-mile route from from Las Cruces to Taos is an opportunity to explore New Mexico and "delve into Spanish colonial history and Native American heritage—all with a side of rugged mountain and high desert scenery. It’s a prime route for foodie families thanks to weekly farmers markets in Las Cruces and Santa Fe and a slew...

20 February, 2021

Albuquerque retains its #1 spot in 2019 among MovieMaker Magazine's rankings for those in the film industry. The magazine states: "Albuquerque repeats at the top of our list. It has some built-in advantages, including 310 days of sunshine a year, four seasons, and mild winters—plus vistas stunning enough to distract you from the twists on Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, and the first Breaking Bad film, El Camino, released in 2019."...

20 February, 2021

Albuquerque has long attracted adventurers with a hankering for the great outdoors. Named by Global Traveler at the top for Adventures Destinations in the U.S., there's plenty to keep you busy.  ABQtodo, Albuquerque & Bernalillo County’s premier events calendar, suggests spending a day exploring the Sandia Foothills. "More than 5 trails and numerous picnic areas are sprinkled throughout the Sandia foothills. Trails range from easy to moderate with elevation gains allowing hikers to easily distinguish three...

20 February, 2021

Travel+Leisure has this to say about one of New Mexico's most otherworldly gems: "You might expect to see such a bright white in the middle of Antarctica or on a tropical, sandy beach, but White Sands National Monument is neither of these things. This national park in New Mexico is home to the largest area of gypsum sand dunes, making it a truly otherworldly destination in our own backyard. The sand may look like snow,...

20 February, 2021

For its 2020 list of the "Nicest Places in America," Reader's Digest selected Las Cruces, stating: "How would your city respond if 1,600 asylum seekers were sent there? In Las Cruces, they were greeted with food, shelter, and open arms." ...

20 February, 2021

In March 2019, Outside Online rounded up its top editors to have them name their favorite adventure destinations, both within the United States and abroad. Coming in #2 was New Mexico. Nicholas Hunt explains his choice: "Taos Ski Valley has seen a renaissance since it was bought by philanthropist Louis Bacon in 2013. In addition to becoming the first B Corp–certified ski resort—it meets the nonprofit’s high standards for environmental and social responsibility—the mountain has seen...

20 February, 2021

Placing Taos Ski Valley among skiers' most-sought after destinations, PureWow writes: "In northern New Mexico, Taos is already well-regarded by skiers for Kachina Peak—at 12,450 feet, it’s one of the highest lift-served mountains in the U.S. Plus, it’s packed with dry powder and expert terrain. Visit the historic town of Taos and the UNESCO Taos Pueblo site. Both are less than 20 miles from the ski area."...

20 February, 2021