Information
From weatherization grants, to tax tips, and everything in between, here are some helpful homeowner resources.
Financial
- Protect yourself from predatory lending
- The Washington CPA society offers resources for financial literacy
- Foreclosure Prevention Tips from Banks of Seattle-King County
- Make a budget and keep track of your spending with this free, easy-to-use money managment program at Mint.com
- Learn about HomeWise weatherization services and home repair loans here:
- Reduce your electrical bill!
- Take advantage of a $1200 rebate from City of Seattle and upgrade to a ductless heat pump and cut your heating costs by 20-40%.
- Receive low cost basic home repairs
- Stay informed about upcoming classes and workshops on financial literacy
- Take advantage of free tax returns for income eligible residents
United Way of King County or Start Zone
Health and Safety
- Reduce lead hazards when remodeling your home
- Rebuilding Together offers free home repairs to qualifying homeowners, contact steph@homesteadclt.org for more info and an application.
- Complete a free home health assesment
- Use this comprehensive home maintenance guide from Mike Veitenhans of MV Home inspection to simplify home maintenance year round.
- Create a healthier home for yourself and your family
http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/library/hhi/HH_Brochure_Revised.pdf
- Build a family disaster kit:
Greening Your Home
- Make your green yard even greener with native plants - visit this site for ideas:
http://www.wnps.org/landscaping/landscaping_why.html
- Use recycled materials for your home improvement projects! Check out these great stores:
http://www.seattlehabitatoutlet.org/
http://www.re-store.org/index.php
- Reduce your water use: click here to find out more.
- Replace basic household staples like light bulbs and shower heads for free in Seattle:
http://www.cityofseattle.net/light/install/
Community Resources
- Use the City of Seattle’s Consumer Information Guide to find contact information for important services and resources
http://www.seattle.gov/customerservice/infoguide.htm
- Visit the City of Seattle’s Neighborhood Service Centers
