Real Savings for Homeowners
$8000 First Time Homebuyer Credit – NEW Option for Early 2009 Buyers!
Did you purchase your first home in early 2009 and file your 2008 tax return claiming the $7,500 first-time homebuyer credit that has to be repaid? If so, you may be eligible to file an amended 2008 return, and claim the new $8000 tax credit that doesn’t have to be paid back. For all the details, visit :
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=206291,00.html
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f5405.pdf
www.irs.gov
The Reward for Being Energy-Wise
Your decision to replace/improve your windows, roof, heating and cooling units, water heater and insulation could earn money! This website holds all the details of the rewarding practice of being an energy-wise consumer.
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=tax_credits.tx_index#s1
http://thermwise.com/utindex.html
http://www.homeenergysavings.net/utah/docs/HomeImprv_contractors.pdf
Recent Article - Rebates for Purchase of Energy-Efficient Appliances
http://www.sltrib.com/business/ci_13201680
Home Insurance Savings
Once you purchase your home and decide on a homeowner’s policy, do you re-check it with your insurance representative for savings opportunities? Get tips on choosing the best insurance options for your needs.
http://naic.org/documents/consumer_guide_home.pdf
Healthy Lifestyle Rebates
http://www.healthyutah.org/programs/rebates.php
Tax Credits and Various Rebates for Renewables and Efficiency
http://www.dsireusa.org/incentives/homeowner.cfm?state=UT&re=1&ee=1
St. George Water & Energy Conservation Rebates
http://sgcity.org/conservation/
Utah Water Conservation Rebates
http://www.conservewater.utah.gov/Rebate/Default.asp
Your home is an important investment AND tax break! Mortgage interest and mortgage insurance are still deductible* from your taxes, so watch for your year-end mortgage statement for important tax information and savings.
And Remember! Your Mortgage Consultant is just a click away and is a smart resource for any home financing questions you may have.
*Not intended as tax advice. Check with your personal tax advisor for information about your tax situation. All programs subject to change or closure at any time. Axiom Financial has provided this list solely as a service to clients and is not responsible content or services provided as a result of visitng these sites or using any of these programs. ©2009 Axiom Financial – an Equal Housing Lender.
