The Cash for Clunkers program left U.S. consumers wondering which “Cash for What Else” program is coming next. The answer is cash for home appliances, as the Department of Energy prepares to launch a program offering rebates on purchases of energy-efficient, ENERGY STAR certified products. [Get the details...]
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Comments
Does this mean we should wait to buy appliances?
Laura: I’d call some appliance stores and ask what rebates they’ll be offering on the Energy Star appliances you’re interested in. In the case of large appliances, like refrigerators, AC units, etc., if my old one was still working, yeah, I’d be tempted to wait. Bottom line is, check with your dealers.
Robert