Eligible contractors need to fill out IRS Form 8908 to get the tax credit. The IRS has provided the following guidance regarding the tax credits for constructing energy efficient new homes available under the Energy Policy Act of 2005: IRS Notice 2006–27 provides guidance for the credit for building energy efficient homes other than manufactured [...]
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency includes: Tax Credits for Consumers Tax credits are available at 30% of the cost, up to $1,500, in 2009 & 2010 (for existing homes only) for: Windows and Doors Insulation Roofs (Metal and Asphalt) HVAC Water Heaters (non-solar) Biomass Stoves Tax credits are available at 30% of the cost, [...]
Your contracting business needs a website, period. I’ve heard all the excuses, “My business is word of mouth”, or “My customers don’t use the web.” Get over yourself and take the time and money to get it done. The web has all but replaced the phone books and is now the default method for consumers [...]
The Mooresville, N.C.-based home improvement retailer says 84% of homeowners are planning a lawn or garden project in the next 12 months, 82% plan to do interior painting, 65% will paint exteriors, 56% are putting in new flooring and 55% are either remodeling or adding a bathroom. Read full article via MediaPost Publications
• Experts see 12 percent decline this year • Recession, weak housing market take their toll Reductions in the amount spent on high-end home improvement projects continue to hinder remodeling activity according to a report Wednesday from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. For 2009, its “Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity” (LIRA) points to homeowner [...]
In homes with dogs, there are spots in carpets. And somebody’s gotta clean those spots. One man has made it his crusade to clean pet stains, as well as Georgia clay, printer ink, kool-aid, make-up, play-dough and more out of east Cobb’s carpets, and he does it with a smile. That man is Norm Doughten [...]
The right kind of vacuum could help families keep a clean bill of health. That’s the news from scientists who now say that in addition to harboring dust mites and other microcontaminants, a typical home’s floors and rugs have more bacteria on them than the kitchen counter and even the toilet seat. The bacteria, along [...]
Spring cleaning tips that can save you money around the home 14 April 2009 13 views No Comment Listen up homeowners! Before you start griping about making improvements on your home, think of the money you could be saving! Cleaning and making repairs ultimately saves homeowners money, according to Angie’s List. And right now is [...]