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How much energy do you use and when?
Most people in the southeast will start to see their consumption of energy at home on the rise as the heating season approaches and the heat pumps kick on daily. Unlike office buildings that are predominately cooled throughout the year due to people and equipment loads, the single family home is more affected by the temperature outside. When it's hot ...
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When you upgrade your kitchen or baths….
Countertops in kitchens and baths have taken on a new momentum over the past several years as a great way to refresh your home and increase its selling potential. One product that I'm a fan of is by PaperStone, a countertop that is made from post-consumer paper. Layers of paper are compressed and bonded with a phenolic resin and natural pigments for a variety of color ...
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North Carolina Renewable Energy Tax Credit (Personal)
The heating of water for home use is one of the highest consumers of energy for most families. As utility companies advise the public that increased energy costs are inevitable, now may be a good time to invest in solar thermal applications for water heating. North Carolina provides for a 35% tax incentive that can be coupled with the 30% federal tax incentive. Out of pocket costs ...
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Understanding Your Credit Score
Disclaimer: The following information relates to your credit score as it pertains to getting qualified for a conventional or conforming loan product. This information was obtained from “Insider Secrets of Credit Scoring,” a class by Jim Garrison of Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. FICO stands for Fair Isaac Corporation, which is the ...
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Energy Efficiency Rebate Opportunities
Have you had your heat pump serviced this year in anticipation of the winter heating season? You may even be in need of a heat pump upgrade replacement. If so, Duke Energy's Smart Saver Program will allow you to receive a rebate for the purchase of qualifying equipment. Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER) is the measure of energy use and the higher the rating, i.e. SEER ...
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