Ohio Energy Efficiency Rebates for Appliances

If you've purchased new appliances recently, you may be eligible for a energy efficiency rebate from the state of Ohio.

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Lisa Patt-McDaniel Announces Launch Date for Ohio Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program; $11 Million in Recovery Act Rebates to Spur Energy Savings for Ohioans

Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel today announced that the $10.4 million Ohio Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program will launch on March 26, 2010, supplying rebates and spurring energy savings to residential customers for select ENERGY STAR® qualified appliances.

"These resources accelerate efficiency in Ohio households, helping families save on energy and transition to more sustainable appliances," Patt-McDaniel said. "Purchasing ENERGY STAR® appliances through this American Recovery and Reinvestment Act program creates long-term energy savings and directly stimulates Ohio's economy."

Partnering appliance retailers and energy utilities statewide will market the program and a third-party entity, which specializes in managing large-scale rebate programs, will be utilized to process the rebates. Final program information, including details on appliance rebate reservations, will be available in the coming weeks leading up to the program launch.

"This program increases energy efficiency in Ohio homes, lowers families' electric bills and spurs appliance production in Ohio communities," said Mark Shanahan, energy advisor to Governor Strickland. "While stimulating Ohio's retail and manufacturing economies, these energy efficient appliances will benefit our state's environment for years to come."

With more than 89,000 rebates available, Ohio consumers can plan to purchase ENERGY STAR® qualified refrigerators, clothes washers, dishwashers, high-efficiency gas storage water heaters, and electric heat pump water heaters from Ohio retailers. Rebate values will range from $100 - $250, depending on the ENERGY STAR® qualified appliance selected.

For information on the Ohio Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program, click here.

Circle 118 Townhomes Offer Unique Green Features, Product Innovation

Have you seen Circle 118?

The development features 18 unique, contemporary townhomes situated in University Circle, one of Cleveland's best - and fastest-growing - neighborhoods. The first phase features six units, three of which have already sold.

In addition to the attractive features of the stunning model home, these townhomes offer unique green and energy-efficient features. Some of these elements include innovative rain screen panels, renewable resource bamboo flooring and stair treads, 100% recycled surface countertops, and even a sofa made from recycled garbage bags in the model townhome.

The contemporary styling, dramatic architecture and thoughtful design coupled with the unbelievable financing incentives make Circle 118 a true gem in Cleveland.

Located at East 118th and Euclid Avenue, these townhomes are within walking distance of everything that University Circle has to offer. They are also located directly on the new Euclid Corridor, offering convenient access to downtown Cleveland.

For more informaton, please visit our website.

foreclosure bargains harder to find - economists see slowing of foreclosure crisis

Home buyers hoping to snag a really good deal on a foreclosed home are finding it increasingly difficult because supply is shrinking.

The number of foreclosures that are available for sale nationwide fell to 617,000 in December, down from 845,000 in November 2008, reports Barclays Capital.

Not only have attractive homes in popular neighborhoods already been snapped up, but also government help for distressed buyers is delaying more foreclosures. Demand is driving up prices. Investors say typical prices have climbed from 75% of appraised value to 85% or higher when there are bidding wars.