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1. Home improvements
In the eyes of Uncle Sam, "home improvements" are generally defined as expenditures that increase the value of the home or extend its life. However, home improvements are not deductible in the year you make them. Instead, they must be "capital improvements" that increase the value of your home, such as a remodeling job, a new bathroom, new kitchen, etc.
2. Energy tax credits
Energy-efficient home improvements are usually the most deductible. Homeowners who upgrade their properties with energy-efficient heating or cooling systems, windows, doors, insulation, and other systems designed to reduce energy waste may be eligible for tax credits. Those who use solar energy or other alternative energy systems may also be eligible for breaks. To learn which improvements qualify, visit www.energystar.gov and search “tax credits."
3. Home office
Homeowners can deduct a percentage of their home’s costs proportionate to the percentage of the home that they are using as a home office. For example, if you use 10% of your home as a home office or to run a home-based business, that means you could deduct, for instance, 10% of electrical bills. You can also deduct for repairs, renovations, furnishings or other expenses related to the home office space.
4. Disaster-related expenses
After several severe weather events this year, you might be wondering if you can claim any disaster related expenses. In IRS terms, casualty losses can be claimed only if they are the result of a sudden, unexpected, and/or unordinary event – that would include a loss due to fire, tornado, or flooding. Property loss or damage due to gradual deterioration, such as termite infestation, is not deductible as a casualty loss.
Insurance reimbursements reduce the amount of any loss, so any insurance settlements you got will need to be taken into consideration. If you expect to get reimbursed for a loss, do not claim a casualty loss deduction. However, if you find out the item(s) is not insured, you can deduct the loss.
5. Moving expenses
Home buyers and sellers who are moving at least 50 miles from their last address and who are moving within one year of starting a new job may be able to deduct moving costs, storage costs, or moving-related travel costs such as lodging and food. To qualify, you will also have to prove you’ve worked at least 39 weeks at your new job once the move is complete.
Pump up your home’s curb appeal and welcome a new season with these easy, low-cost projects. Following are five ways to stage your home’s exterior for spring.
1. Start at the door
Your front door is the main focal point for curb appeal, so make sure it sparkles with welcome. Repaint or refinish the surface, polish hardware and touch up surrounding trim. You can also update your front door by installing a new handle and lockset.
2. Accessorize the entry
Freshen your home’s first impression with an up-to-date doormat, a stylish address plate or new house numbers, and a brand new mailbox. Frame the look with containers featuring bright seasonal blooms.
3. Light the way
Illuminate the approach to your abode with an easy-to-install path lighting kit. If porch lighting looks tired, replace fixtures with modern classics that have the wattage to enhance safety and highlight facade features.
4. Add seasonal color
Strategic plantings add interest, create new focal points in landscaping and contribute to curb appeal. Shop for species that are native to your climate zone and drought-resistant. If deer and other creatures dwell nearby, ask your local nurseryman about plants that woodland neighbors won’t devour at first bloom.
5. Keep that lawn lush
For green throughout the season, reseed your lawn’s rough patches and fertilize with a timed-release formula. An irrigation system driven by a digital timer helps create a water-wise routine, and slightly reducing your turf’s footprint can make maintenance easier if you’re faced with drought conditions.
Entryway Impressions
Homeowners who have decided to stay put as well as sellers looking for ways to impress should pay close attention to the look and feel of their entryways.
We all know the power first impressions has over our society. We make snap-judgements of books, homes, and people in the first few moments of meeting. This makes it even more important for homeowners to get entry-ways looking their best.
According to a recent national home valuation study conducted by Therma-Tru, even the simple update of installing a new entryway door can increase the perceived value of a home by more than $24,000 on average!
When it comes to entry doors, the sky is the limit these days. Manufacturers know the power of a showstopping door. This is why, according to Therma-Tru, "manufacturers offer a wide array of choices for entryways incorporating decorative glass doorlites, sidelites and transoms. These choices allow homeowners to create a custom look for the home while making a statement about the homeowner's personal sense of style."
More and more homeowners are choosing to stay in their homes to wait out the down market. Home prices have fallen across much of the nation. This has amped up remodeling across the nation.
Decorative glass entry doors are a great way to bring light into your entryway as well as add a spark of class to the exterior of your home.
Aside from updating your front door, a great tip for your entryway is to keep it organized. If you're not careful, your entryway can be come a dumping ground for keys, phones, paperwork, bags, coats, and other often used items. The key it to have a place for everything.
Invest in a suitable entry table that can house a docking port for phones as well as a hidden area for keys.
If your entryway has a coat closet be sure that it is cleared out to make room for daily use and for guest coats. Put in a shoe rack or bin for shoes, boots, and umbrellas. There shouldn't be anything cluttering up your space.
Add a few warm touches to this space by including an entry rug, which can also reduce slippage on tile floors. Place a warm lamp and some simple artwork on top of the entry table. Think about first impressions when you choose colors and styles. This space should make guests or prospective buyers feel warm and welcome!
If you're looking for a simple way to capitalize on your home's first impression, then consider adding a touch of class with some decorative glass as well as organizing your space.
by Carla Hill
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