January 2010
2 posts
Tax Credits for Homeowners
Special federal tax credits for energy-efficient home improvements and appliances can help drive down the cost of many home-renovation projects, depending on eligibility under IRS rules. Here are some of the programs available; for more information, go towww.EnergySavers.gov/taxcredits.
Approved energy-efficient roofing, heating and ventilation systems, insulation,...
Why Homeowners Are Raising the Roof (Via WSJ)
People who refrained from splurging on big home-improvement projects during the housing boom are reaping the rewards now.
Chandra and Kim Sobieski of Cat Spring, Texas, hold a photo of what their house looked like before it was remodeled. The couple saved about $80,000 by postponing the project.
Depending on the region and the job, some homeowners are paying as much as 20% less for...