Energy Efficiency & Utilities
Managing your home's energy use benefits both your wallet and the environment. This section offers strategies to reduce utility costs, access energy-saving programs, and make smart choices about home systems. Discover available rebates and incentives that make efficiency improvements more affordable while increasing your home's comfort.
Energy Saving Opportunities
Reducing energy consumption saves money while helping the environment.
Solar incentives for Habitat owners
Rebate programs by provider:
Utility Management
Understanding and managing utility services helps avoid unexpected costs.
Homeowner Tips
New Resource for Minnesota Homeowners: The CIC/HOA Ombudsperson
Regina Eckes: Mar 16, 2026
Minnesota recently created a new role to help homeowners and homeowner associations better understand their rights and...
The Single Parent's Home Maintenance Reality: What You Can Handle, What You Can't, and Who to Call
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: Nov 14, 2025
As a single parent, home maintenance concerns can feel overwhelming when you're already managing work, childcare, and...
How Much Should You Save Each Year for Maintenance on Your Home?
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: Nov 6, 2025
When you settle into your new home after closing day, a whole new journey begins. You’ll have the chance to turn your...
TruePath vs. Traditional Mortgage: A Side-by-Side Comparison
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity: Oct 21, 2025
Buying your first home is one of life's biggest decisions. With so many mortgage options available, finding the right...
Building Roots: Kendra Morales' First Year as a Homeowner
Regina Eckes: Oct 2, 2025
After years of living in apartments where neighbors' alarms and footsteps marked each morning, Kendra Morales woke up...
