With the deadline for filing federal tax returns fast approaching, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has made information available for qualified home buyers about how and when to claim the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit. Read on to find out more. With the deadline for filing federal

This month, Built By Adams is sharing 19 Ways to Slash Your Utility Bills from MSN. You may be surprised how little fixes can add up to big savings! Electronics and appliances Unplug the beer fridge: That old clunker of a refrigerator in the basement could be costing the equivalent

Interested in saving money and the environment but not ready to purchase a new home? Retrofitting might be the answer. Read on to find out how a “green” remodel can work for you, courtesty of the NAHB. As the nation’s home builders embrace green building in growing numbers, industry research

Given the current economy, it makes sense that many consumers are saving instead of spending. But it turns out that current economic conditions present an unique opportunity for new home buyers. Find out how Money Magazine online says you can benefit from the market slowdown and get into your dream

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But it can also be the most wasteful. Read on for a few quick and easy ways to have an environmentally friendly – but still festive – holiday season, courtesy of Newsweek. This year, Americans will send nearly 2 billion holiday cards,

Think again – now there’s HELP! MaineHousing’s Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) offers loans at a low fixed rate of only 3.95% for home improvements that increase home energy efficiency. Built By Adams can help you through the entire process from energy audit through complete installation of energy upgrades (insulation,