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How to Save on Energy Bills

Save Money by Cancelling Your Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)

How to Buy a Foreclosed Home

Energy Conservation for the Kitchen

How to Insure Your Home and Save Money

Lower Winter Heating Costs

File Your Income Tax Returns Early and Save Money

Top Five Homeowner Tax Saving Ideas


 

Getting the Most for your Money

What's Your Biggest Bang-for-the-Buck?

Here's how to devise your high-impact Energy Plan, one that really maximizes your energy savings for the money invested. First, answer these questions:

1 � How much money do I spend on energy?

2 � Where are the greatest energy losses?

3 � How long will it take for an investment in energy efficiency to pay off in lower utility bills?

4 � What is my budget and how much time do I have to spend doing improvements? Should I do it myself or pay a contractor?

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The last question (do-it-yourself vs. hiring someone) is a no-brainer if you have a large house, little time and a big energy bill. You'll recover the cost of a professional energy audit in a very short time via energy savings.

So, Let�s Look at Hiring Help
Use our helpful hints.

Remember to get referrals from neighbors or friends; hire a local company that's licensed, bonded, and insured; check customer references; and get at least three bids in writing. DON'T FORGET, check with your local utility for a free energy audit, too!

Now We're Cookin' With Gas!

You've got your basic questions answered. Let's look at a whole-house Energy Plan and where the BIGGEST bucks can be saved.


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