So many manufacturers and companies are promoting the amazing $1,500 tax credit that homeowners can get as part of the 2009 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act. This is a very good thing for the home improvement industry because it stimulates business. It’s good for the country because it stimulates business, helps make the environment cleaner and lessens America’s dependence on foreign oil.  And of course it’s great for homeowners because it puts cash into homeowners’ hands  and saves them money by virtue of lower heating and cooling costs.

Some companies are so excited to push this tax credit program that they fail to fully explain all the details. Gorell has always understood the importance of doing business with integrity and works with home improvement specialists that carry Gorell windows to take the time to ensure homeowners understand the requirements of the program—and talk to their tax advisors about the tax credit. While this is a great program for consumers, there are specific requirements pertaining to products purchased for the tax credit and there are also government tax regulations pertaining to the tax credit program. For example, the tax credit applies only to the homeowner’s primary residence. Also, a homeowner’s tax credit cannot exceed his or her tax liability. For more on the tax credit rules and regulations, visit http://www.nahb.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=113316.  Gorell always encourages homeowners to talk to a tax advisor to review individual situations.