Replacing old windows can save you money on your taxes.
Replacing windows in a home is a sizable investment. The U.S. government offers a tax credit to encourage homeowners to invest in energy-saving windows. Energy-efficient products conserve energy and reduce costs to consumers by using the latest energy-conservation materials available.
Instructions
1. Purchase energy-efficient windows for your home. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 introduced a tax credit equaling a maximum of 30 percent of the total cost for new windows, with a dollar value of up to $1,500. For example, a purchase of $10,000 in qualifying windows would earn the maximum of a $1,500 rebate, while the purchase of $3,000 in qualifying windows would qualify for $900 in tax credits.
2. Browse your window options, making sure the energy-efficient windows you choose meet the standards necessary to qualify for an energy-efficient-window tax credit.
3. Check for windows with a U-factor of 0.30 or less and a 0.30 SHGC. Check specifications carefully to make sure they qualify for an energy-efficient tax credit.
4. Keep records of all windows replaced and save all receipts for your tax records.
5. File for a tax rebate when you complete your tax returns.
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