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June 19, 2010

You’re Not Alone When Improving Your Home

Homeowners are still trying to find ways to save money by making their dwellings more green-friendly and energy efficient.  What homeowners might not know is that the IRS is offering a $1,500 federal tax credit for improvements on energy saving windows and doors.  Additionally, if you went solar or plan to go solar within the next year, you may be eligible for a 30 percent cut-cost program the government is offering until the end of this year.

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June 16, 2010

The Best Use Of Your Remodeling Budget

The outside of a home speaks volumes about the owner(s).  From the yard to the roof, the exterior is the first impression your home provides for visitors.  For those trying to sell, it is also where you’ll find the best value for your remodeling budget.

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June 12, 2010

An Extreme Makeover In Hyattsville, MD

Many of us have remodeled a home, but only a few of us have helped to completely recreate a house.  In just four days a group of volunteers, professional builders and other specialized workers were able to create a green home for a family in need.  The Tripp family, of Prince George’s County, were selected by the Extreme Makeover Home Edition television program to have their home upgraded.  After demolition crews and builders were finished, there stood a newer, greener and more energy efficient home.  Being a family of five, I’m sure they’ll appreciate all the benefits that come with this model for sustainable housing.

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June 11, 2010

5 Reasons To Remodel…NOW!

Between the housing and economic crises, homeowners may be hesitant to invest in their homes.  The current level of uncertainty makes it difficult to carry out your home improvement plans.  Although, beyond all this ambiguity lie several reasons why this summer is a great time to enhance your home.

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June 8, 2010

Remodeling Tyson’s Corner

Tyson’s Corner, the 12^th largest business district in the nation, has long been synonymous with upscale shopping in the mid-Atlantic region.  Tyson’s Corner is also where many people spend their work day.  The combination of these two ideas results in a place with a lot of traffic and parking lots, but not many residents.  This may all change in the near future.

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