2008-2009 Cost vs. Value Remodel Report

By Robert Robillard

The yearly Cost vs. Value report is now out, showing the cost recouped for various remodel projects throughout the nation. Projects with some of the greatest returns included siding replacement, adding a wood deck, replacing windows, and minor kitchen and bathroom remodels. This year’s Cost vs. Value results extend last year’s trend toward higher returns on…

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Senate Adds $15,000 Home Buyer Tax Credit to Stimulus

By Robert Robillard

Image:tradetosuccess.com The U.S. Senate on Wednesday voted unanimously to approve a home buyer tax credit of $15,000 or up to 10 percent of the purchase price in its version of the stimulus bill. This proposed credit would be available to all home buyers and would not have to be repaid as long as a buyer…

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Federal Tax Benefits for Energy Efficiency Renovations abailable for 2009

By Robert Robillard

Image: mediabistro.com New Tax Credits NOW AN OPTION for 2009 Renovations Several people have been asking me about the renovation tax credit so I decided to re-post this again. On October 3, 2008, President Bush signed into law the “Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.” This bill extended tax credits for energy efficient home improvements…

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