July 4th will have sizzling temps - but not many fireworks

With the high temps and continued drought - most of the state has a burn ban - which is putting a damper on many areas and personal fireworks celebrations on July 4th.

Here is a link to the state wide burn ban info and it is updated constantly - so just like "call before you dig" - be sure you "read before you light".

http://www.in.gov/dhs/files/burn-ban/

Whether we have fireworks or not - there is a lot to celebrate on July 4th!  A little background on the date:

Variously known as the Fourth of July and Independence Day, July 4th has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution (1775-83). In June 1776, representatives of the 13 colonies then fighting in the revolutionary struggle weighed a resolution that would declare their independence from Great Britain. On July 2nd, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later its delegates adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 until the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with typical festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues.

Columbus, Indiana - Bartholomew County - Architectural Mecca

I have only recently discovered Columbus, Indiana and Bartholomew County - even though I am a born and bred Hoosier.  It is a beautiful city with quite a history and has numerous Architechtural landmarks.  The most recent added to the list is the former home of James Irwin Miller.  The Miller family founded the Cummins Engine Company in Columbus which is now an International powerhouse corporation.

I've included some detail below about Columbus in general and the Miller home.  There is a link to the Miller home website for more info in regards to taking the tour by clicking HERE.

Today, Columbus is ranked sixth in the nation by the American Institute of Architects for architectural innovation and design. National Geographic Traveler ranked Columbus as America’s most significant historic place on the strength of its architectural heritage. There are more than 70 buildings by noted modern architects—such as I. M. Pei, Cesar Pelli, Robert Venturi, Richard Meier, John Carl Warnecke and Harry Weese—in the city, as well as public art works by internationally renowned architects and artists.

"America’s Most Significant Modernist House" - Travel + Leisure

Commissioned by industrialist and philanthropist J. Irwin Miller and his wife Xenia Simons Miller in 1953, Miller House expands upon an architectural tradition developed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe—epitomizing the international Modernist aesthetic—with an open and flowing layout, flat roof and stone and glass walls. The rooms, configured beneath a grid pattern of skylights supported by cruciform steel columns, are filled with textiles that feature strong colors and playful patterns. Amid the residence’s large geometric gardens, its grandest feature is an allée of honey locust trees that runs along the west side of the house. In 2000, the Miller House became the first National Historic Landmark to receive its designation while one of its designers, Dan Kiley, was still living and while still occupied by its original owners. The house showcases the work of leading 20^th-century architects and designers: Eero Saarinen, Alexander Girard and Dan Kiley.

Today, the property offers visitors the opportunity to experience one of the finest expressions of American modernism, an integration of house and landscape that draws upon historical precedents without repeating them, enfolding them in a compelling composition of forms and spaces that captures the genius of its designers, the aspirations of its owners, and the spirit of their time.

Joseph Irwin Miller (1909-2004) was born into a prominent Columbus, Indiana, family with business interests in banking, industry, and real estate. Irwin Miller attended Yale University, majoring in Greek and Latin and graduating Phi Beta Kappa in 1931. He then received a master’s degree from Oxford University in 1933.

In 1934, Irwin Miller began working at Cummins Engine Company—founded by his great- uncle—which builds diesel engines in Columbus, Indiana. His career began when the firm was still small enough that his responsibilities included opening the daily mail though his innovations in management, marketing, and production brought the firm to profitability and he is credited as a major influence in the company’s growth. Although beset with early difficulties, under Irwin Millers leadership the company persevered to become the leading independent diesel manufacturer in the world (2006 reported sales were $11.4 billion). In addition to being a patron of modern architecture, Irwin Miller was a philanthropist and industrialist well known for his civic activism.

Optimism In Madison County , Indiana

It's been a long time coming - but there is finally some good things happening in Madison County!

The Corporate for Economic Development reports that they are seeing business interest from various industrial sectors that have both a domestic and international presence.

Recent activity in Madison County includes:

* CED completed Phase I and II Environmental Reports and received a "No Further Action: letter on the former Plastech property on SR 37, which jump started the process to market and sell the parcel.

* EON Windfarm's $200 Million project has begun construction on their state of the art wind energy development in the north western part of Madison County

* TeleServices Direct announced their decision to move to the Flagship Industrial Park for their new 180 employee Call Center.

* Nestle continues to expand their beverage distribution facility in the Flagship Park. They have more than doubled their original anticipated employee count, currently employing 680 and investing over $600 Million.

 

Howl at the Moon - Did you know there is a Wolf Park in Lafayette, IN?

Wolf Park
4004 E. 800 N.
Battle Ground, IN  47920
765-567-2205
www.wolfpark.org

I have now been educated on wolves.....at a wolf park in Lafayette believe it or not.  I got to see 3 wolves up close and personal.  A couple did some very nice posing for the crowd while the third was chewing away on the leg of some dead animal.
It is an amazing facility with lots of opportunity for involvement, interaction and education.  You can "adopt a wolf", name a puppy, take a guided tour or come and howl with the wolves at night.

This facility was started back in 1972 by Dr. Erich Klinghammer when he brought 2 wolves for ethology research from the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago.
In 1976 they adopted the name "Wolf Park" for the facility
1977 saw the first litter of pups born at the Park

In 1993 they built the 2nd largest wolf enclosure in the United States
2001 saw the addition of a gift shop and bleachers for the viewing area of the enclosure
May - November they offer guided tours Tues-Sun between 1-5pm and Howl nights on Fri & Sat at 7:30pm
Dec - April they only offer Howl night on Saturday at 7:30pm
It is truly a unique experience and the animals are majestic!  The pups are absolutely adorable!

Tis the Season - Fairs, Festivals and all things Folksy in Indiana

New Haven Canal Days Festival New Haven
June 5th
www.newhavencanaldays.org/

Wakarusa Bluegrass FestivalWakarusa
June 8th to 10th 
www.WakarusaBluegrassFestival.com

The Strawberry Festival Crawfordsville
June 8th to 10th 
www.thestrawberryfestival.com/

Talbot Street Art Fair Indianapolis
June 9th and 10th 
talbotstreet.org/

Eagle Creek Folk Music Festival Indianapolis
June 9th and 10th 
www.indianafolkmusic.org/

Northern Indiana Lakes Festival Warsaw
June 9th and 10th 
www.northernindianalakesfestival.org/

Bill Monroe Memorial Bluegrass Festival Bean Blossom
June 9th to 16th 
www.beanblossom.us/

10th Annual Golden Raintree Antique Show New Harmony
June 9th & 10th
www.newharmony.biz

Spencer County Fair Grandview
June 11th to 16th
www.spencercountyfairindiana.com/

Annual BBQ RibFest Blues, Brews and BBQ's Fort Wayne
June 14th to 17th 
www.bbqribfest.com/

Enchanted Lakes Renaissance Faire Angola
June 15th to 17th 
www.enchantedlakesfaire.com

Daviess County Fair Elnora
June 17th to 25th 
www.daviesscofair.com/

Dearborn County 4-H & Community Fair Lawrenceburg
June 18th to 23rd 
www.dearborncountyfair.com/

Wayne County 4H Fair Richmond
June 20th to 23rd 
www.wayneco4hfair.com/

Shipshewana Quilt Festival Shipshewana
June 20th to 23rd 
www.shipshewanaquiltfest.com/

Elkhart Jazz Festival Elkhart
June 22nd to 24th 
www.downtownelkhart.org/elkhart-jazz-festival/

Indianapolis Early Music Festival Indianapolis 
June 22nd, 24th, 29th, 30th, July 1st, 13th, 15th
www.emindy.org/

Marion County Fair Indianapolis
June 22nd to 30th
www.marioncountyfair.org/

Fishers Freedom Festival Fishers 
June 23rd and 24th 
www.fishersfreedomfestival.org/

2012 Hancock County 4-H Fair Greenfield
June 22nd to 29th 
yourhancockfairgrounds.com

Eggliner Day Valparaiso
June 23rd 
www.illianaroad.com

Annual Arts Fair on the Square Bloomington 
June 23rd 
www.newplays.org/artsfair/artsfair.html

Indy Air Show Indianapolis
June 23rd and 24th 
www.indyairshow.com/

Charley Creek Arts Festival Wabash
June 26th to July 1st
www.charleycreekartsfest.org/

Greenwood Freedom Festival Greenwood
June 29th and 30th 
www.greenwoodfreedomfestival.com/

The 4H Fair South Bend
June 29th to July 7th
www.4hfair.com/

Michigan City Summer Festival Parade Michigan City
June 30th 
mcsummerfest.org/ 

PLAY BALL - Wow, what a plan for Westfield, IN

Grand Park: The Vision

Grand Park in Westfield, Indiana, is a planned 350-acre development, sure to become a family sports destination like no other. This thoughtfully-designed sports campus will feature a full-range of championship-level outdoor facilities for baseball, softball and field sports including soccer, football, rugby, field hockey and lacrosse; a multi-purpose indoor facility; common areas and green space. The fields will be surrounded by dining, retail and entertainment venues, all geared toward supporting and enhancing the family sports atmosphere and experience. More than 500,000 sports visitors are expected to participate in or attend events at the facility annually. Building on the state of Indiana’s long and storied sports tradition, Grand Park will be a premier location for athletes, visitors and the local community alike.

The Hoosier Edge

Sport is an essential part of the state of Indiana, and the spirit of its people. Here, there are places that have captured the imagination of an entire nation. Places that range from the tiny town of Milan to the sprawling grounds of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Our name is inextricably linked with some of the greatest names in sports history, among them, Bird, Unser, Wooden, Rockne, Miller and Manning.

Best of all, sports of every stripe and color are alive and well throughout Indiana today. The state welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually to the largest sporting event in the world, the Indy 500. It has hosted more than 400 Collegiate and Olympic National and International Championships. It is home to the NCAA, USA Gymnastics, USA Track & Field, USA Diving, and dozens more governing bodies. Indiana is a place where the pure fun, camaraderie and excitement of sports competition for the entire family…is right at home.

This strong and vibrant sports culture is something that the City of Westfield will build upon and enhance with the development of Grand Park, bringing yet another dimension of sports competition to a state that celebrates and embraces sport in a way few other places ever could.

Timeline to Completion

Construction Plans out for bid: Mid/Late Summer of 2011
Construction Start: Fall of 2011
Play: Early Spring of 2014

Facts & Figures

GRAND PARK

• Of the more than 500,000 sports visitors expected to participate in or attend events at the facility annually, approximately 50,000 will travel from out of the area resulting in an additional $18 million in visitor spending each year.
• Grand Park will serve the sporting needs of over 4,000 Westfield youths, as well as thousands of additional visiting tournament players and regional recreation participants each year.
• The 350-acre sports park will spur the development of 1,400 adjacent acres of commercial business, increasing its assessed value to $2 billion and lowering tax dollars for Westfield residents.
• When completed, the facility – which will include 58 grass and turf playing fields and diamonds – will rank first in the Midwest and among the top 10 national destinations of its kind.
• ***This information was taken from the www.grand-park.org website in order to promote the great things happening in our area!***

National Road Garage Sale - right through Indiana

It's time to stock up on stuff for your future garage sales!!!

9th Annual Historic US 40 Yard Sale

Businesses and Individuals along the Historic National Road in Indiana are eagerly anticipating the Ninth annual Dawn to Dusk Yard Sale!

This event will be held along Historic US 40 (aka Antique Alley in Indiana) from Baltimore to St. Louis from May30 - June 3, 2012.

There will be approximately 824 miles to look for bargains, antiques, fresh produce, furniture, etc. etc!! Last year the popularity of the US 40 Yard Sale caught everyone off guard and some local restaurants even ran out of food to serve. This year we we are more prepared and can't wait to meet all the new people coming into the area for the event!

The yard sale will also provide the attentive traveler with the opportunity to traverse on of America's most scenic byways. As you travel along Historic US 40 it is possible to feel the pulse of a road that is 203 years old. People are quite enthusiastic and generous when they share stories pertaining to both themselves and their community.

It's gonna be a hot one - so put a cooler of cold water in your vehicle!  It's a fun time to cruise the road and chit chat with the other travelers.

Top 100 Reasons Indiana is Great

I am highlighting a few items from the list entitled:

Top 100 Reasons to do Business in Indiana

You can see the entire list HEREor go to www.100reasonsindiana.com

1.  From 2002 to 2009, nearly 9,000 new jobs were added to the Life Science job sector

2.  In Warsaw alone, 3 manufacturers - Biomet, Depuy and Zimmer represent more than 33% of the Orthopedic global market

3.  Indiana is eliminating its inheritance tax - to die for!

4.  Indiana leads the nation in commercial duck production - doesn't that quack you up?

5.  Indiana's government is one of the few states operating in the black

6.  The Subaru and Honda manufacturing facilities in Indiana have a "zero landfill" policy - they put out less trash than a typical household

7.  Indiana ranks 2nd in processed tomato production (thank you Red Gold!) , 3rd in chicken production, 4th in eggs, 5th in corn & soybean, 6th in turkey

8.  Indiana is the RV Capital of the World - wander Indiana!

9.  Indiana has 11,000 total highway miles intersected by 8 interstate highways - more than any other state (They don't call us the Crossroads of America for nothing!)

10.  Indiana is in the top 10 states for average broadband connection speed

11.  Indiana has an unprecedented number of NASA astronauts - 23 in all - our own Martian colony

12.  The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is one of only 17 full time orchestras in the U.S.

13.  Indiana has a AAA credit ranking from the 3 major credit rating agencies

14.  In 2011, 219 companies opened or expanded their operations in Indiana

There's more than Auto Racing in Indiana

 
Ohio River Valley Folk Festival Madison
May 18th to 20th 
www.ohiorivervalleyfolkfestival.com/

Fifth Third Bank Broad Ripple Art Fair Indianapolis
May 19th and 20th 
www.indplsartcenter.org/braf/2012.shtml

Cruise Night at Show-Me's Terre Haute
May 19th 
www.rodders.com

Matthews Covered Bridge Bluegrass Festival Matthews
May 19th 
www.matthewsbluegrassfestival.com

Fairbanks Park Arts and Music Festival Terre Haute, 
May 24th - June 2nd 
www.fairbanksparkfestival.com/

IPL 500 Festival Parade Indianapolis
May 26th 
www.500festival.com/

ValpoFest Motorcycle Swap Meet & Parts ExpoValparaiso
May 27th 
www.valpo-fest.com/

The Indianapolis Charity Horse Show Indianapolis
May 30th to June 2nd 
indycharityhs.org/ 

Gentlemen, Start Your Engines - It's the month of May!!!!

It's the month of May in Indianapolis - so get your engines running!  The Indy 500 is right around the corner and the marathon is this weekend.

Not all the Events are at the track , but here is the official track schedule:

96th INDIANAPOLIS 500 SCHEDULE (All times local, subject to change)Thursday, May 10 - ROOKIE ORIENTATION PROGRAM - Free (Only public access is South Terrace grandstands adjacent to Gate 2 entrance)- 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Practice

Friday, May 11 - FIRESTONE FREEDOM 100 TESTING
- Free (Only public access is South Terrace grandstands adjacent to Gate 2 entrance)
- 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Practice

Saturday, May 12 - OPENING DAY/CELEBRATION OF AUTOMOBILES
- $10 admission; 12 and under free
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Celebration of Automobiles (Vintage and Historic Car Show, Emerging Tech Showcase, Automobile Festival)
- 10:30-10:50 a.m., Q&A Session about 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series car, Coca-Cola Stage
- Noon-6 p.m., Practice
- 12:15 p.m., Celebration of Automobiles Awards, Coca-Cola Stage
- 6 p.m., Celebration of Automobiles Dinner

Sunday, May 13 - PRACTICE
- $10 admission; 12 and under free
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 10:30-11 a.m., Q&A with Beaux Barfield, Coca-Cola Stage
- Noon-6 p.m., Practice

Monday, May 14 - PRACTICE
- $10 admission; 12 and under free

Thursday, May 17 - PRACTICE - 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- Noon-6 p.m., Practice

Friday, May 18 - FAST FRIDAY
- $10 admission, 12 and under free
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 11-11:30 a.m., Q&A with Owner/Driver/Sponsor Panel, Coca-Cola Stage
- Noon-6 p.m., Practice
- 6:15 p.m., Pole Day Qualifications Draw, Coca-Cola Stage

Saturday, May 19 - POLE DAY
- $15 admission, 12 and under free
- 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 8-10 a.m., Practice
- 10-10:30 a.m., Q&A with Past Pole Winners, Coca-Cola Stage
- 10:15 a.m., American Dairy Association Pin Distribution, Pagoda Plaza
- 11 a.m.-4 p.m., First Qualifying Segment
- 4 p.m., Ceremonial Lap Honoring 50th Anniversary of Parnelli Jones' 150-mph Lap
- 4:30-6 p.m., Fast Nine Pole Qualifying
- 6 p.m., Pole Award Presentation, Yard of Bricks
- 6:15 p.m., Live Music by Here Come The Mummies, Coca-Cola Stage

Sunday, May 20 - BUMP DAY/IMS ARMED FORCES DAY
- $15 admission, 12 and under free
- 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Military Vehicle Display, Pagoda Plaza, MotoGP Course Turns 7 and 9
- 10-11 a.m., Practice
- 11:15-11:40 a.m., Armed Forces Enlistment Ceremony, Yard of Bricks
- 11:15-11:45 a.m., Q&A with Bump Day Drivers, Coca-Cola Stage
- Noon-6 p.m., Qualifying

Monday, May 21 - Tuesday, May 22 - NO TRACK ACTIVITY

Wednesday, May 23 - AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE 500 FESTIVAL COMMUNITY DAY (No track activity)
- $8 advance/$10 gate, 6 and under free
- 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 11 a.m., 500 Festival Community Day Pin Distribution, Pagoda Plaza
- 11 a.m.-noon, Firestone Indy Lights Driver Autograph Session, Plaza Pavilion 1C/1D
- 12:30-1:30 p.m., Indy 500 Autograph Session #1 Wristband Distribution, MotoGP Garage 36
- 1:30-2:30 p.m., Indy 500 Autograph Session #1, Plaza Pavilion 1C/1D
- 2-3 p.m., Indy 500 Autograph Session #2 Wristband Distribution, MotoGP Garage 36
- 3-4 p.m., Indy 500 Autograph Session #2, Plaza Pavilion 1C/1D
- 3:30-4:30 p.m., Indy 500 Autograph Session #3 Wristband Distribution, MotoGP Garage 36
- 4:30-5:30 p.m., Indy 500 Autograph Session #3, Plaza Pavilion 1C/1D

Thursday, May 24 - FIRESTONE FREEDOM 100 PRACTICE, QUALIFYING
- Free
- 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 9 a.m.-noon, Firestone Indy Lights Practice
- 1:15-2:15 p.m., Firestone Indy Lights Qualifying
- 2:30-4 p.m., Vintage Car Laps

Friday, May 25 - MILLER LITE CARB DAY 
- $20 admission, 12 and under free
- 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 10:30-11 a.m., Q&A with IndyCar Crew Members, Coca-Cola Stage
- 10:45 a.m., Firestone Pin Distribution, Pagoda Plaza
- 11 a.m.-noon, Indianapolis 500 Final Practice
- 12:30 p.m., Firestone Freedom 100 (40 laps)
- 1:35 p.m., Indy 500 Pit Stop Challenge
- 3:30 p.m., Miller Lite Carb Day Concert featuring Lynyrd Skynyrd

Saturday, May 26 - LEGENDS DAY HONORING ROGER PENSKE PRESENTED BY SHELL V-POWER 
- $10 admission; 12 and under free
- 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 8:45-9 a.m., Chase Rookie of the Year Candidates Q&A, Coca-Cola Stage
- 9-10 a.m., 2011 Starting Field/Indy 500 Winners Autograph Session, Pagoda Plaza
- 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Indianapolis 500 Memorabilia Show, Plaza Pavilion 1A/1B
- 9:30-10:20 a.m., Vintage Car Laps
- 10:30-11 a.m., Public Drivers Meeting, Tower Terrace
- 11-11:30 a.m., Q&A with Roger Penske, Coca-Cola Stage
- 1-4 p.m., Indy 500 Veterans Autograph Session, Pagoda Plaza

Sunday, May 27 - 96TH INDIANAPOLIS 500 RACE DAY
- Tickets start at $30
- 5:33 a.m.-6 p.m., Public Gates Open
- 7 a.m., Snake Pit Opens
- 8:30 a.m., Parade of Bands
- 9:30 a.m., 500 Festival Princesses Lap
- 11 a.m., Vintage Car Lap
- 11:10 a.m., Military Tribute Lap
- 11:30 a.m., Driver Introductions
- Noon, Start of 96th Indianapolis 500 (200 laps)

For more info on all the events, click HERE or go to www.indianapolismotorspeedway

Pacers Pride - Indiana Professional Basketball shining bright

For the first time in years, the Pacers are in the playoffs - and it's a team you can be proud of!!!

Luckily, Meta Peace is someone elses problem now.....

I  went to my first game in years this week.  They played the Detroit Pistons.  We had great (and affordable!!) seats on the club level.  They have waiters and waitresses that will take your order and bring your drinks and food - how great is that???

The game has a lot of action, the fans were engaged, fun activities during every time out and break. T-shirt cannons, Rowdy, Pacemates - a trifecta of entertainment.  It was nice to see so many families with young kids - just like the good old days.

Kudos to Larry Bird and Frank Vogel for putting together a true "team". No super star needed. Believe me - I was one of the biggest Reggie Miller fan, but this roster has strength throughout.  This night they had a lot of B team players on the court and they played a strong game and won!

I heard that Warren Central has been unable to schedule their graduation because of the Pacers being in the playoffs - since they hold graduation at the Fieldhouse.  We've been hoping for this inconvenience for years!!!!

I'm not a sports fan - but I am a Hoosier fan, so let's get out there and support our team!

 

 

April 15th - Everyones favorite date - Tax Tips for buyers and sellers

Tax season is upon us and for those who purchased or sold a home last year, there are a number of tax deductions for which you may qualify.

For starters, the Internal Revenue Service says that if you have a gain from the sale of your main home, you may be able to exclude up to $250,000 of the gain from your income as a single tax filer, or $500,000 on a joint return in most cases.

Here are some other factors to keep in mind:

1: Much of the interest paid on a mortgage is tax-deductible. A married couple filing jointly can deduct all of their interest on a maximum of $1 million in mortgage debt secured by a first or second home.

2: Real estate broker commissions, title insurance, legal fees, advertising costs, administrative costs, and inspection fees are all considered selling costs and may be used to reduce one’s taxable capital gain by the amount of the selling costs.

3: Refinanced mortgage points are deductible, but not all at once. Homeowners who refinance can immediately write off the balance of the old points and begin to amortize the new. Interest paid on a home equity loan or similar line of credit may also be deducted.

4: Points and origination fees on a home loan, which are paid during the purchase of a home, are generally tax-deductible in full for the year that they were paid.

5: Qualifying capital improvements can sometimes be deducted, including costs of a new roof, fence, swimming pool, garage, porch, built-in appliances, insulation, heating/cooling systems or landscaping.

6: If you move because of a new job, you may be able to deduct some of your moving costs. To qualify for these deductions you must meet several IRS requirements, including that your new job must be at least 50 miles farther from your old home than your previous job. Moving-cost deductions can include travel or transportation costs, lodging expenses, and fees for storing your household goods.

7: Property taxes are fully deductible from your income. If you have an impound or escrow account, you can’t deduct the money held for property taxes until the money is actually used to pay your property taxes. And a city or state property tax refund reduces your federal deduction by a like amount.

8: For those who took advantage of the first-time homebuyer credit the past two years: If within 36 months of the date of purchase, the property is no longer used as your principal residence, you are required to repay the credit.

9: Another important tip for those who moved is to make sure you update your address with the IRS and the U.S. Postal Service to ensure you receive refunds or correspondence from the IRS.

Since tax laws change every year and certain tax deductions become available while others phase out, it’s always a good idea to speak with a professional tax consultant about these and other considerations.