If you are looking for ways to decrease your 2013 tax obligation, you may want to take advantage of some tax breaks that are scheduled to end this year if Congress does not take action to extend them.  You could make some much-needed repairs or improvements to your home and, if they make your home more energy efficient, you could get a tax credit of up to $500.  Are you searching for a new vehicle?  Consider an electric vehicle to save energy and to get a tax credit.

For six more tax credits you need to take before the expire read “Grab These 8 Individual Tax Breaks Expiring Year End 2013.”