January 20, 2014

Michael Petruccelli asks: What are some ideas to help me save for a down payment? (7)



Michael Petruccelli says:  Improve How You Heat and Cool Your Home and Save $500. Caulking up leaking windows saves on both heating and cooling. So does improving insulation in your attic and installing a programmable thermostat. Even though you might spend on materials for these home improvement projects, you’ll see savings on your energy bills, by as much as $500 in a year. Some electric companies have free energy audits, with refunds for people who upgrade their insulation or energy efficiency.