Did you make an energy efficient improvement to your home this past year? Homeowners who make energy efficient improvements may be able to use tax credits. There are different types of tax credits that can be applied: energy efficiency tax credits and credit for wind, solar, geothermal, and fuel cell tax credits.

Credit for Energy Efficiency

There are many updates that can be made to your home for energy efficiency. This type of tax credit applies to the following energy efficient items:

  • Building components

  • Furnaces

  • Windows

  • Air circulating fans

  • Insulation

  • Roofing

  • Doors

  • Hot water tanks

Certain requirements apply, so check the tax guidelines prior to buying materials…

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Valentine's Day is coming up and if you live in or near Austin, Texas, you have all kinds of exciting options for how to show your spouse or significant other that you love them. Here are some of the best Valentine's Day events in Austin this year.

Tom Petty, Talking Heads, and Bee Gees Tributes Concert

How about having a Valentine's date with a little heartbreak? We don't mean this in a bad way. There will be a concert paying homage to three all-time great music acts at Hotel Vegas. The recently-departed Tom Petty will be honored with a tribute to him and his band, The Heartbreakers. New wave titans Talking Heads and disco legends Bee Gees will also be tributed. It's a wonderful way to start dancing and remember some of your favorite…

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The time for the big game has finally arrived! The Super Bowl takes place on February 4, 2018 at The US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The game features the New England Patriots vs The Philadelphia Eagles. The Super Bowl is one of the biggest events of the year, and millions of people will be watching. To enhance the viewing experience, many people enjoy going out to one of the nearby Super Bowl viewing parties. Here is a look at some of the best parties to watch the Super Bowl in Austin.

  1. Cover 3
    Cover 3 offers patrons a large menu that is sure to appeal to the entire family. Start your meal off with some chipotle ranch wings or meatball sliders. Desserts include the key lime pie and peach pudding cake.
  2. Salvation Pizza
    Salvation…

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If you are wanting to sell your house in the near future or are simply tackling projects, there are certain repairs that are more likely to add value to your home. Some may be more pricey than others. The following are a few ideas for improving home values.

A Fresh Coat of Paint

Adding a clean coat of paint is a slight improvement that can dramatically alter the look and feel of a room. To improve resale value, use neutral color schemes. This allows likely buyers to visualize their own possessions in the space instead of being focused on your bold color choices.

Add a Bathroom

If your house only has one restroom, adding even a half bath can make a great difference when you are ready to sell. It is a convenience factor. Separate full…

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While Austin has a warm climate, people here still love to experience winter wonderland. Whether you’re in Austin visiting family for the holidays or have lived here for a while, the holidays aren’t complete without a visit to any of these festive, decorative lights displays.

Austin Trail of Lights at Zilker Park

The trail of lights at Zilker Park has been an Austin tradition for over 50 years. Since 1965, it has brought Christmas cheer to its residents. This festive event has grown to include over 2 million lights and dozens of displays. It features numerous holiday activities to suit people of all age groups. You can walk the trail each night between 7pm and 10pm, up until December 23. 

Lights Spectacular, Johnson City

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Christmas is fast approaching, and many of us spend the holiday season looking for ways to spread good cheer and give back to others. If you’re looking to donate or support a local charity this season, here are a few notable ones in or around the Austin area:

Children’s Miracle Network – The Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. The Children’s Miracle Network has been providing hope and support to thousands of sick and injured children throughout the United States for more than 35 years. Through its extensive network of hospitals, this charity helps bridge the financial gap for families that face the rising cost of medical and hospital expenses when Medicaid and private insurance are not enough. The Dell Children’s Medical Center of…

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