Taxable and Non-taxable Allowances. Iâve noticed some questions on Yahoo answers about which allowances are taxable and which are not. At the current time, the only taxable allowance is CONUS COLA, the Cost of Living Allowance paid to people who living in certain expensive parts of the continental United States. By federal law, all new allowances created after 1986 will be taxable.
Solar shingles vs. solar panels. Many homeowners are curious about the difference between solar shingles and traditional solar panels. Solar roof shingles use the same technology as PV panels, and are the same size and shape as a typical asphalt shingle. As with solar panels, solar shingles are paired with inverters and connected to the grid.
Hi Glorya, fiberglass composite shingles are actually a type of asphalt shingle. A fiberglass shingle has an outer layer composed of an asphalt composition, and the underneath part of the shingle, which is against the roofing felt on the roof sheathing, is made of a fiberglass matting.iberglass shingles are also more fire retardant than asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles have a heavier look to them, as the organic matting is a little thicker than the fiberglass. Asphalt shingles are also more flexible, which is a consideration when a roofer is installing shingles in colder weather.