Month 4: Community Rules, Tax Savings & Home Safety

🏘️ Month 4: Community Rules, Tax Savings & Home Safety

A Homeowner Resource by Khris Hamlin Real Estate, LLC | Powered by Samson Properties

This month focus is on understanding your community, getting smart about your finances, and tackling some critical home safety tasks.

1. Review HOA or Community Rules

If your neighborhood has a Homeowners Association (HOA), be sure you:

• Understand the rules for changes like fences, sheds, or additions

• Know how to contact your board or management company

• Mark your calendar with upcoming dues or meetings

Tip: Download your HOA documents and keep them in your homeowner binder.

2. Research Homeowner Tax Deductions

Owning a home can mean new tax benefits. Ask a licensed CPA about:

• Mortgage interest deduction

• Property tax deductions

• Home office or green energy credits

Keep good records now so tax time is easier.

💼 Don’t guess—consult a professional accountant.

3. Clean Your Dryer Vent and Inspect Exterior Caulking

These two overlooked tasks can prevent fire hazards and energy waste:

• Clean the entire dryer vent (from the inside AND outside)

• Inspect caulking around windows, siding, and exterior doors

• Re-caulk where you see cracks, shrinkage, or peeling

🧯 Dryer vents should be cleaned at least once per year.

Recommended Tools

Task

Resource

HOA Lookup

Community website or closing documents

Tax Guidance

NATP Directory

Dryer Vent Cleaning

DIY brush kits or local handyman

Caulk Inspection Tips

YouTube Caulking Guides

📧 Email: [email protected]

🌐 Website: www.khrishamlinrealestate.com

🌳 Month 5 is up next: Pest control, yard planning, and home improvement vision setting!