Good points about local utilities—I’ve seen those smaller incentives really add up, especially if you combine a few different upgrades. One thing that’s helped my clients is creating a quick spreadsheet upfront: list the rebate/deduction, deadlines, eligibility details, and required docs. Makes it way easier to stay organized and avoid nasty surprises halfway through. Rebates can definitely be tricky, but with a clear plan they're often worth the hassle...especially for bigger ticket items like solar or heat pumps.
That spreadsheet idea is smart—I wish I'd thought of that before diving into my last project. I ended up scrambling to find receipts and paperwork at the last minute, total headache. Curious if anyone's run into issues with eligibility changing mid-project? I had a friend who started a solar install, and halfway through, the rebate terms shifted slightly...ended up costing him more than he planned. Wondering how common that is or if he just got unlucky.
I've heard of that happening more than once, actually. Seems like rebate terms can shift depending on funding or policy changes—pretty frustrating if you're halfway through. Makes me wonder if there's a reliable way to lock in eligibility at the start of a project...or is it always a gamble? Would be good to know before I jump into my next remodel.
