Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

Energy efficiency minimizes the amount of energy you use, lowers your utility bills and increases your home's comfort level. Ahead of the summer season, there are several steps you can take to improve ...

Energy-efficient upgrades such as solar panels, heat pumps, and smart home tech can boost your home's market value by thousands of dollars. With utility costs rising, more homebuyers are looking for ...

Easy home improvements to cut your energy bills, and new financial incentives that could help put them within reach.

The U.S. government is offering $1,600 to homeowners who weatherize their houses, and this is on top of the savings these upgrades will have on their monthly utility bills. The rebate is part of the ...

Smart thermostats promise to learn your habits and save energy automatically. However, environmental data shows they often achieve the opposite when programmed incorrectly. Many homeowners set overly ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Charles Marshall is energy and water efficiency expert. Whether you are allowing someone to lease property or living in it ...

Consumer efforts to be more eco-conscious are more and more noticeable. For proof of that, one need look no further than the ...

The state's own rebates for weatherization, heat pumps and more are often worth more than income tax credits eliminated in ...

Financial management isn't just about preparing for retirement or reducing taxes. It's also about looking for opportunities to save money over time. One way to accomplish this is by saving energy at ...