As a recent article suggests, many home owners can take advantage of  great tax incentives without participating in today's market.  Although it's a great time to buy (and even sell in some price ranges) those who are content with where they are can still take advantage of some great opportunities.The Federal Government is offering many tax rebates on home improvements that increase the efficiency of your home.  Such rebates and incentives include upgrading your insulation, switching to high efficiency windows, or even converting to a high efficiency furnace & heating system.One of my clients recently received a $1000 rebate (non-governmental) from a local utility company, so I know first hand these rebates work.  If you are considering some work on your home, it would be well worth your time to investigate some of these rebates and incentives.  I've recently heard an ad campaign asking homeowners to reduce the size of their lawn for a $100 water credit.  I don't know too much about this yet, but I'm looking into it.If you'd like more information on local Spokane & Coeur d'Alene incentives - please contact me.