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Here’s What You Need To Know About Refinancing in 2020

If you own a home, you may have been hearing about refinancing options in the news. The global spread of COVID-19 has impacted our economy in many ways, including mortgage interest rates, which continue at all-time lows. Many homeowners are looking at refinancing as a way to help cope with job loss or economic instability, or to simply take advantage of financial benefits. What is refinancing? In a nutshell, refinancing is the process of replacing your current mortgage with a new mortgage that has better interest rates. Here are some of the benefits that you may be able to take

July 30, 2020

Home Buying

What To Expect When Buying a Home During COVID-19

COVID-19 has turned the world upside down in many ways, and you may be wondering if it’s still a good idea to buy a home during this season. Some who have been saving and planning for their exciting home purchase may be concerned that their dreams for homeownership might be delayed. However, life continues despite the current pandemic, and real estate is no different. In fact, in southern New Mexico the real estate market is booming! With near historic mortgage rates, 2020 can be your year to make your dream of homeownership a reality. Here’s what you can expect when

July 27, 2020

Steinborn News

BHGRE- Steinborn Advances Through Technology to Meet Community Needs

As the year began, we had no idea all that was going to transpire in the world. Our personal lives and our industry have been affected in many ways by COVID-19 and it’s led us through an unprecedented season. But challenging seasons are often the best soil for growth, and we have seen just how true that has been for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Steinborn & Associates. Times like these can help us move forward and become an even better company. The good news for all of us is that this is a health crisis, not a housing

June 25, 2020

Home Buying

Here’s What You Should Know About Building Wealth Through Real Estate

Investing in real estate isn’t just for millionaires. Anyone can work hard and build wealth through real estate, but you have to use the right tools and have a solid plan in place. Some look to real estate to help them build their savings or to help them retire early. Another reason real estate investing is a popular choice is because of the tax benefits. You don’t have to pay self-employment tax on profits you make from real estate, and it can even provide you with additional tax write-offs. Why aren’t we all wealthy real estate gurus then? Unfortunately, many

June 11, 2020

Homeowner Tips & Resources

Four Ways to Thrive While Working From Home

Transitioning from working in an office to working from home can be a big adjustment for many people. If you find yourself suddenly a remote worker, there are things you can do to create a helpful workspace at home and make the transition easier. Clear the distractions Working from home may sound like a great way to get a lot of uninterrupted work done — at first. While you may no longer have coworkers distracting you from getting busy, you’ll now have to deal with the distractions you cause by yourself. When you work from home, it’s so easy to

May 20, 2020

Homeowner Tips & Resources

How to Create a Positive Learning Environment in the Home

The COVID-19 crisis has turned many families into unexpected homeschool families. Becoming a homeschool parent overnight can seem intimidating, but thankfully you don’t have to face it alone. There are all kinds of resources available to help parents provide a positive experience to their kids. Here are five ways that you can help your children thrive in their new homeschool environment. Set the stage for success The physical space that you homeschool in makes an impact on how your children learn. Set up a space that is designated just for your homeschool, like a family room, playroom, or guest room.

May 6, 2020

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