GOPisEvil
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:31 PM
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I wrote a check for almost 3 grand today. |
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Edited on Fri Mar-02-07 08:44 PM by GOPisEvil
It's not even going to bounce. :D
The check was a 50% deposit on my new a/c and furnace along with duct sealing, new solar window screens and more insulation in the attic. I get to write another big check on Monday when the a/c and furnace work is done.
Of course I get $1300 of that money back, but still... :hurts:
I will like the lower utility bills though. :D
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:42 PM
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1. Hey good for you David.... |
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....sounds like a wise investment!! :applause:
:hi:
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:18 PM
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But then, that's what warranties are for. :D
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:42 PM
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I swear my heart skipped a few beats when I signed the promissory note for $65,000 last fall. And 3 more to come. :cry:
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:19 PM
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23. My mortgage freaked me out for a few minutes. |
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I just committed myself to HOW much?
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:43 PM
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3. Ouch! The joys of home-ownership. |
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Sounds like you're doing a good job of improving your energy efficiency, though, so that's a good thing. :thumbsup:
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:46 PM
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6. The city gives out some nice rebates. |
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Even the Feds give a tax rebate for the unit I'm buying.
All the extra work (ducts, insulation and screens) will end up costing about $200 after the rebates. :thumbsup:
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:49 PM
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:43 PM
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4. I hope you spelled my name correctly. |
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:45 PM
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5. If your name is Strand Brothers, you're in luck. |
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:52 PM
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8. what does a solar window screen do? |
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good luck with your new system, I'm sure you'll get that money back in no time.
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:57 PM
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9. Blocks out about 70% of the sunlight. |
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Thereby keeping the house cooler, which means fewer cycles for the a/c.
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Fri Mar-02-07 08:58 PM
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10. There goes my new 24" maxed out Imac. |
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:cry: :cry: :cry:
signed,
Madrone (in disguise)
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:00 PM
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11. You need to think more long-term dear. |
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With the money saved in utility bills, the iMac can be yours. :D
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:03 PM
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Long -term waiting for stuff I want NOW in no way jives with my lifestyle. :eyes:
I'm going home now babe --- stayed late to make up being a late LOSER yesterday morning, thereby saving myself an hour of vacation time. Every available moment is CRUCIAL at this point. Love ya! Talk later!
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:05 PM
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17. Yeah, like your patience isn't being tested daily... |
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:D
Drive safely babe. Talk to you soon. :loveya:
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:01 PM
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12. You'll qualify for a tax credit |
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:06 PM
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not a reduction of taxable income.
:woohoo:
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:07 PM
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:02 PM
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Edited on Fri Mar-02-07 09:02 PM by NoPasaran
That's a lot of money but it will be worth it. I replaced my A/C with an high-efficiency unit almost ten years ago and it really has paid for itself with the savings over the bills from the ancient POS that was there when I bought the house. Plus, I'm cool in the summer!
Still, it was a happy day when I paid the damn thing off!
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:04 PM
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16. I'm paying cash, thank goodness. |
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I've been saving up. I'm going from about 6 or 7 SEER to 15.5 SEER. Plus, just going to a unit that only lights the pilot when the furnace kicks on will save a TON in gas usage.
Next up - the hot water heater!
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:16 PM
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After I replaced my CH&A unit a couple of years ago, my electric bill during July & August was under $100. With the old unit I was paying $200-$250 during those months. The extra insulation really helped too.
In addition to the utility bills being lowered & the tax credit, I save money on my home owner's insurance for having an updated unit. :woohoo:
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:18 PM
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21. Oooooh...I didn't consider the reduced homeowner's insurance rates! |
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I work for a major insurance company, too. :rofl::dunce:
I had an $80 gas bill last month. Those will be a thing of the past! :bounce:
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:42 PM
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Insurance is your job & you forgot about it. :rofl:
My gas bill was $65 last month, which was the highest in the past 24 months. We had several ice storms during that time so it was damn cold here. Damn cold to Okies & Texans anyway, I'm sure those up north will disagree.
Normally my winter gas bill is $45-$50, $15 the months I don't run my heater.
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:47 PM
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25. So, the obvious question is - assuming it already hasn't been asked (didn't read thread) |
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Which one of you is moving :D
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Fri Mar-02-07 09:52 PM
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:wow: You didn't even get something have fun with that much money!
I hope your bill is lower and your summer is cooler. :)
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