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Tips for New Homeowners

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 17:07:14 -0500

What new homeowners need to know that they didn’t need to know as renters.

9 Things Every New Homeowner Should Own

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 10:39:21 -0500

These new home essentials will make home ownership a lot easier in the first few weeks.

Energy Tax Credits for Insulation

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 17:25:56 -0500

Adding insulation isn't just good news for your comfort and your utility bills. It could mean a tax credit, too.

Tax Credits for Non-Solar Water Heaters

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:57:27 -0500

Don’t get in hot water over fuel bills. If you installed an efficient water heater, you might be eligible for a tax credit.

Tax Credits for Replacing Your Roof

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:36:19 -0500

Did you literally put a new roof over your head? You may be eligible for a $500 energy tax credit.

Tax Credits for Replacing Windows and Doors

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:33:15 -0500

If you're in the market for new windows, a skylight, or a new exterior door, the Feds have made the cost a little more palatable with an energy tax credit.

Tax Credits for Solar Water Heaters

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:06:21 -0500

A federal tax credit makes energy-efficient solar water heaters a more affordable and sustainable option for many homeowners.

Tax Credits for Replacing Heating and Cooling Systems

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 15:49:09 -0500

If you installed an energy-tax-credit-eligible heating and cooling system, here’s what you need to do to collect.

Tax Credits for Installing Biomass Stoves

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 15:34:36 -0500

If you warmed your chestnuts cost-effectively by installing a biomass stove recently, you may be eligible for a tax credit.

Fridge Overflowing? Here's How to Cope

Tue, 08 Dec 2015 15:55:05 -0500

5 Tricks to Keep Your Pipes from Exploding this Winter

Mon, 02 Nov 2015 09:53:38 -0500

Learn how to prevent your pipes from freezing, even if you think they may already have started to freeze.

3 Brilliant Hacks to Make Snow Shoveling Less Miserable

Fri, 23 Oct 2015 10:19:36 -0400

Don't break your back shoveling snow. Try these tips to make winter less of a burden.

Don’t Fire Up Your New Home’s Fireplace Until You Read This

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 12:57:26 -0400

Tips Every New Homeowner Should Know

Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:11:26 -0400

How to Slash Your Utility Bills with Window Treatments

Thu, 14 May 2015 12:06:19 -0400

The right window treatments can lower your heating and cooling costs. Here are the best choices for energy efficiency.

Shave Up to 15% Off Your Heating Bill with This Simple Tip

Thu, 05 Mar 2015 12:48:07 -0500

Think you’re saving on your heating bill by keeping it at a constant 68 degrees? You’re not, and here’s why.

Gorgeous Ideas to Make Home Maintenance Less of a Pain

Fri, 27 Feb 2015 11:15:07 -0500

Tired of home maintenance chores? So are we. That’s why we love these easy-care features that free up your free time -- and do it beautifully.

Low-Hassle Solutions for a Low-Maintenance Home

Fri, 20 Feb 2015 12:08:10 -0500

The 7 Most-Needed Repair Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

Wed, 18 Feb 2015 12:47:01 -0500

Relax. Here’s how to make short work of every common repair annoyance from a leaky toilet to a sticky window.

6 Things Everyone Should Do When Moving Into a New House

Wed, 18 Feb 2015 10:05:56 -0500

Moving into your first home is exciting! But it also means you’ve got work to do.