Good Reasons for Hamilton NJ Homeowners to Go Green

Going green with your lifestyle and energy use will not only help the environment but save you money as a Hamilton NJ homeowner.  Taking steps to minimize energy use in the home can often significantly lower heating, cooling, water, and utility bills.

• You may be eligible for federal tax credits or tax incentives for the purchase of specific energy-efficient products or renewable energy systems for your home.
• Energy-efficient improvements can often be incorporated into home mortgages, enabling homeowners to pay for the upgrades over the life of the loan.
• Energy Efficient Mortgages (EEMs) and Energy Improvement Mortgages (EIMs) are available.
• Depending on your lender, there may be additional advantages, such as lower mortgage rates or reduced loan fees.
• Home appliances with the Energy Star label meet and exceed minimum, strict energy efficiency government guidelines and can reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills.
• Even small things, like light switch dimmer controls and automatic occupancy sensors, can contribute to energy and monetary savings.
• Check with your tax advisor for tax credits available.

Here are some web resources:
1.  http://www.live-greensavegreen.com/
2.  http://www.energystar.gov/
3.  http://www.irs.gov/

If your home is on the market, make a list of all the energy-saving features you already offer, such as new energy-efficient light bulbs in lighting fixtures that would stay with the home, skylights, and new appliances.  Leave this list handy for buyers to see.

Going green helps us all.  It is the right thing and the smart thing to do.

Joe Giancarli, SA
Real Estate Advisor
Short Sale Specialist
jgiancarli@remax.net
609-658-2612
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