http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:29:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/top-10-home-improvement-returns-on-investment/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/top-10-home-improvement-returns-on-investment/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:44:28 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44034 See which home improvement projects give you the most bang for your buck, from kitchens and bathroom remodels to adding a deck or finishing a basement. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/top-10-home-improvement-returns-on-investment/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-receive-free-help-weatherizing-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-receive-free-help-weatherizing-your-home/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:05:01 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=36850 If you live in a poorly insulated or energy inefficient home, you might be eligible for government help. The Weatherization Assistance Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, funds grants that provide free weatherization services to low income homeowners. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-receive-free-help-weatherizing-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-plan-and-budget-for-a-kitchen-renovation/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-plan-and-budget-for-a-kitchen-renovation/#comments Mon, 17 Jan 2011 22:48:22 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=24843 Spending time deciding what you would like in your kitchen is the first step in a successful kitchen renovation. Next comes deciding how much you can afford to spend on the project and making a budget that fits your income. Watch this video to find out how to plan and budget for a kitchen remodel in your home.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-plan-and-budget-for-a-kitchen-renovation/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/contractor-coordination-in-home-renovation-projects/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/contractor-coordination-in-home-renovation-projects/#comments Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:00:08 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=23009 During a remodeling project, it’s important that the contractor coordinates the work with the various subcontractors so everyone is working together on the project. Water lines, drain pipes, electrical wires, and ductwork all occupy the same space within your walls; and each one is needs to be properly installed and inspected. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/contractor-coordination-in-home-renovation-projects/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-choose-a-contractor-for-a-home-renovation/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-choose-a-contractor-for-a-home-renovation/#comments Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:18:30 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=22997 When preparing for a major renovation to your home, it’s important to choose a reliable contractor to do the job. To find a good contractor in your area, call the local Home Builder’s Association and ask those who have had work done on their home recently for suggestions. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-choose-a-contractor-for-a-home-renovation/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/can-you-claim-the-energy-efficiency-tax-credit-if-you-receive-a-tax-refund/ http://www.dannylipford.com/can-you-claim-the-energy-efficiency-tax-credit-if-you-receive-a-tax-refund/#comments Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:57:25 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=16359 Jerry asks, “Can I claim the federal Energy Efficiency Tax Credit for Homeowners if I receive a tax refund?”

You may still be able to qualify for the federal Energy Efficiency Tax Credit, even if you receive a refund, as long as you don’t receive a total refund of all the federal income taxes you owed for the year. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/can-you-claim-the-energy-efficiency-tax-credit-if-you-receive-a-tax-refund/feed/ 1 http://www.dannylipford.com/diyers-home-cost-cutting-guide/ http://www.dannylipford.com/diyers-home-cost-cutting-guide/#comments Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:00:14 +0000 Joe Truini http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=15759 The most recent issue of AARP Bulletin magazine had an article titled, “99 Great Ways to Save.” As I read through the list of home tips, it suddenly dawned on me that here at Today’s Homeowner with Danny Lipford and dannylipford.com, we’ve covered all of these money-saving techniques—and many more. Read on for 10 great cost-cutting tips for your home. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/diyers-home-cost-cutting-guide/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-document-possessions-in-your-home-in-case-of-disaster/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-document-possessions-in-your-home-in-case-of-disaster/#comments Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:00:31 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=14086 Natural disasters occur regularly throughout the world, often taking everything in their path with them. Although no one wants to experience these events, it’s important to document the possessions in your home and protect your assets in case of an emergency. Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-document-possessions-in-your-home-in-case-of-disaster/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-qualify-for-energy-efficient-appliance-rebates/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-qualify-for-energy-efficient-appliance-rebates/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:57:13 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=12758 The federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allocated $300 million to fund state run rebate programs for residents in all U.S. states, territories, and the District of Columbia to replace existing appliances with new energy efficient models. Read on to find out how you can qualify. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-qualify-for-energy-efficient-appliance-rebates/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/rate-of-return-for-home-improvement-projects/ http://www.dannylipford.com/rate-of-return-for-home-improvement-projects/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:00:29 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/diy-home-improvement/financial/rate-of-return-for-home-improvement-projects/ Thinking about adding a deck or revamping the kitchen so you can up the price of your home before you sell? You might want to crunch the cost vs. value numbers, complied by Remodeling magazine, before you do. Read on to see the projects that gave the best and worst rate of return on investment ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/rate-of-return-for-home-improvement-projects/feed/ 1