LuAnn Gilmore's Blog


    Homebuyer Tax Credit Changes


    First Time Homebuyers $8000 Tax Credit
      Take advantage of the First Time Buyer?s $8000 Tax Credit. Find a home, amend your 2008 taxes with the address, and receive an $8000 check from the Federal Government that you can use in the purchase of a new home. I?ve had several buyers cash in successfully on this credit and receive their check within 5 weeks [...]

    Eco-Friendly Countertops
    Thinking of upgrading your countertops to get your home ready to sell?  Or in the process of buying and evaluating green features for your new home?  Here are some new countertops to consider that are environmentally friendly, attractive and giving granite a run for its money.   Read more below about Cork, Paperstone, IceStone and recycled [...]

    Summer Energy Saving Tips
      Purchase a new Energy StarŪ Refrigerator before June 1, 2009 and receive a $50 rebate. Go to MyEnergyStar.com & look under “Products & Discounts” for your rebate form.   The second refrigerator is costing you more than you think. Georgia Power will pick up and recyle your second working refrigerator or freezer for free and give you $35 [...]

    Green Renovations - Better For Your Health
    When renovating or redecorating, consider products that are better for your health as well as the environment. By selecting products that emit low or no V.O.C.’s (volatile organic compounds), you can improve your indoor air quality, and thus you and your family’s health. Products to consider that emit V.O.C’s include:               Carpet & Flooring                     Paints & Stains   Kitchen [...]

    Bake To Your Heart?s Content
          Bake to your heart’s content during the holidays and save on Home energy costs at the same time with Energy Star rated appliances.Learn More about Money saving appliances: http://www.1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/appliances.html

    Going Green In Georgia
    Radon Testing Did you know that radon is the 2nd leading cause for lung Cancer in the US?  Much of Georgia consists of rock and soil that is radon gas emitting.  Due to the fact that newer homes are being built “tighter” in order to provide better energy conservation, the risk of increaed radon levels in our homes has become greater.  Have [...]