HouseKeys - 10/03/2008 (Plain Text Version)

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New Housing Tax Credit Can Help You Build Long-Term Wealth

A new $7,500 temporary first-time home buyer tax credit is expected to help millions of Americans take a fundamental first step toward accumulating personal wealth — owning their home.

Check out www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com to learn about how this important incentive works. [Read more]

Heat Your Home Safely

Natural gas is commonly used in homes as an energy source. And like any energy source, it must be used correctly to be efficient and safe. [Read more] [return to top]

Floor Plan: Ranch-Style Living for Active Empty Nesters

Designed to appeal to empty nesters who want to take advantage of their natural surroundings, this beautiful home is just steps away from neighborhood parks, a 467-acre undeveloped wilderness area and 70 miles of hiking and biking trails. [Read more] [return to top]

How Homes Become Green

This illustration shows how homes are becoming more energy-efficient from the roof to foundation and everywhere in between. [Read more] [return to top]

Thinking About Remodeling? Start Here.

Before you rip out the old kitchen cabinets or tear up the flooring, make sure you have a plan. Know what tasks you can do yourself and which ones may require a professional remodeler. [Read more] [return to top]

Insuring Your Home

When you bought your home, you took out an insurance policy to cover the house and all of your family's belongings inside. But was that the last time you thought about your insurance coverage? [Read more] [return to top]

Check Out This Online Coloring Book For Kids!

This interactive, online coloring book is a fun way to teach kids about home construction and the environment. Kids can even earn a Junior Home Builder Certificate! [Read more] [return to top]