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Heres everything you oughta know about the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit.

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The credit allows you to claim up to 30% of qualifying expenses (including installation charges).

The maximum total energy-efficient credit for the year is $3,200.

Upgrading a few windows for another $2,500 could net you another $600.

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Combine that with insulation updates or an energy audit, and you couldmax out the total creditat $3,200.

Energy-Efficient Home Improvements That Qualify

There are only certain energy-efficient improvements that qualify for the tax credit.

Keep in mind that they all must meet Energy Star requirements.

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The audit must include a written report and be performed by a certified home energy auditor.

Qualifications can be found on theDept.

Plus, a side benefit of upgrading your home to energy-efficient products should be lowerutility bills.

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