PNM program helps small businesses save energy

PNM has launched PNM Quick Saver, a new program to help small businesses cut energy costs.

A PNM-approved contractor does an on-site assessment to identify energy-saving opportunities and presents the proposal to the customer.

If the customer approves the proposal, the contractor files the necessary paperwork with PNM and installs the measures. PNM pays a portion of the project costs directly to the contractor.

The customer pays the balance and is usually able to recover those out-of-pocket costs through utility savings in less than a year. PNM can help businesses find savings opportunities in lighting, refrigeration and more.

To apply for PNM Quick Saver, call Alena Gilchrist at (505) 241-4428 or e-mail energyefficiency@PNM.com.

Thornburg names two co-portfolio managers

Thornburg Investment Management of Santa Fe has named two new co-portfolio managers, effective Feb. 1.

Cliff Remily was named co-portfolio manager of Thornburg Investment Income Builder Fund (TIBAX). The other co-managers are Brian McMahon and Jason Brady.

Lon Erickson was named co-portfolio manager of Thornburg Limited Term Income Fund (THIFX). The co-manager is Jason Brady.

Remily, 33, joined Thornburg in 2006 as an equity research analyst. He was named associate portfolio manager for Thornburg Investment Income Builder Fund in 2008 and managing director at the beginning of 2010.

Erickson, 34, CFA, joined Thornburg in 2007 as an associate portfolio manager. He was named managing director at the beginning of this year and continues to assist with the analysis and management of taxable fixed income securities.

IRS open Saturday for tax help

The Santa Fe office of the Internal Revenue Service, 2945 Rodeo Park Drive East, will be open additional hours on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The IRS Santa Fe staff provides assistance for taxpayers Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and will be open extra hours on Saturday, to help taxpayers who may not be able to come into the office during the work week.

IRS employees in Santa Fe will answer questions on the full range of tax law provisions such as the new allowance for $2,400 of tax-free unemployment compensation benefits. The most commonly requested tax forms and publications will be in stock for pick-up and face-to-face assistance in Spanish is available.

Free tax preparation and electronic filing for individuals who earn $49,000 or less will also be available (as time permits).



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What you need when seeking tax help

Whether you are seeking tax preparation assistance at an IRS Office, a free tax help site (VITA/TCE) located in your neighborhood or from a professional tax return preparer, taxpayers should bring with them:

• A valid driver's license or photo identification (for yourself and spouse, if applicable);
• Social Security cards (tax identification numbers) for all persons listed on the return;
• A copy of last year's tax return (if available);
• Dates of birth for all persons listed on the tax return;
• All income statements, such as W-2's, 1099's, and any documents showing income or tax withheld;
• If expecting a refund, bring a canceled check showing the account number for direct deposit purposes; and
• Any other documents or papers that may be helpful to prepare the tax return.

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