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Christopher Pagli
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11 Tips For Conservation
1) Don't Let Water Run While Brushing Your Teeth And Shaving.
2) When Waiting For Water To Heat Up, Collect It And Water Your Plants.
3) Use A Power Strip For Appliances And Office Equipment And Turn Off When Not In Use
4) Wash Only Full Lods Of Dishes And Clothes
5) Clean Filters And Furnaces Once A Month
6) Clean Warm Air Registers, Baseboard Heaters, And Radiators As Needed; Make Sure They Aren't Blocked By Furniture, Carpeting Or Drapes.
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East Volusia County Real Estate Sales up from same time last year.
According to local MLS statistics from the Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, the Greater Daytona Beach Halifax Area has experienced an increase in residential sales over the same six month period in 2008.
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9 Ways To Green Your Landscaping
Landscaping allows owners to connect with the outdoor environment and accent the architectural features of their home. Like GREEN homes or buildings landscaping is a functional, sustainable system as well. Plants, trees, gardens, and the soils and materials beneath them integrate with other systems to conserve water, condition the environment efficiently, and preserve natural habitats. Below I have listed some sustainable landscaping methods that you may be able to integrate into your system.
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ENERGY STAR Ratings...Does YOUR Home Qualify?
My previous post discussed LEED Certfication, one of the three programs that certify a building or home to be GREEN. Today I will focus on ENERGY STAR. Most people recognize ENERGY STAR as the popular program that helps consumers identify effiecient products. Some common examples include air conditioners, dishwashers, computers, printers, scanners, and other household appliances. It is also a qualification awarded to homes and buildings by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).
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What Makes A Home Or Building Green?
In order for a building or home to be certified as "Green" it must be certified by one of the nationally recognized rating programs. The Most Common are as follows:
1) LEED (Leadership In Energy And Environmental Design)
2) ENERGY STAR
3) HERS Index (Home Energy Rating System).
Today I will focus on LEED so I don't overwhelm you with information, tomorrow I will focus on ENERGY STAR and so on.
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Green/Sustainable Living...Where Are We Now?
I have done alot of thinking about the term "Green" and have come to the conlcusion that I much prefer the term "Sustainable Living". Even though awareness is at an all time high, many people are not sure what "Green" means. The term is defined differently in many industries and orginizations, there are also many different degrees. For some the term means an environmental movement to others a political movement. Most consumers believe it means "earth friendly" which is somewhat correct, simply put "Green" refers to lessening the environmental impact from society. The term "Sustain continue reading
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Ozzy Osbourne Does Gig with Realtors?
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Real Estate Mom - Master of Disaster
Agents, beware! We all know children are darn cute...but they can do more damage than a Claymore mine. They are lurking everywhere, ready to set off small explosions while flashing irresistible, angelic grins. Be especially vigilant at open houses, or YOU may be the poor sucker who ends up on a milk carton. I offer you this report as proof...
The Clock Was Ticking
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Advantages of a VA-Gurantted Home Loan
The VA Regional Loan Center in St. Petersburg, Florida Serves veterans in Florida, Alabama,Mississippi, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands who are purchasing or refinancing a home.
Advantages of a VA-Gurantted Home Loan
*No down payment home loans are available to eligible veterans
*Interest are negotiable
*Appraisals are processed electronically to serve the veterans faster
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5 Things Any Homeowner Should Know About A Certificate Of Occupancy
A Certificate Of Occupancy or better know as a C of O, represents that a municipality is aware that a home is legally occupied and conforms to zoning and minimum repair and maintenance standards as of the date the C of O was issued. Below are five things that it ensures
1) Plans have been properly filed with the building dept before any construction took place, or if construction was undertaken, that the building dept is satisfied that the homeowner performed the work within compliance of the law.
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6 Tips For Presenting A Home This Spring
Spring is upon us and the Real Estate market is seeing more activity then was anticipated. Spring is typically the best time for Real Estate but due to recent times it's a bit different. It's time to whip your home into shape and present it in the best possible light. I'm going to give you a few tips that will ensure more effective showings.
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HASP
HASP (Homeowner Affordability & Stability Plan) This one-week old program is designed to help homeowners who are current with their mortgage payments stay in their homes. continue reading
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What To Expect From Your Home Inspector In Westchester County NY
Yesterday I spoke about finding an ASHI certified home inspector. Today I will focus on some of the things that you can expect from your Inspector once hired. A good home inspector has to know what to look for but also know how to properly communicate their findings in writing for the Buyer. Here are a few things the report should include
1) An explanation of the condition, age , etc.
2) An assessment of the severity of the condition, does it already affect the livability of the home or is the problem in the beginning stages. continue reading
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The 7 Sins Of Greenwashing In Westchester County NY
The 7 Sins of Greenwashing
1. Sin of the Hidden Trade-Off: If a product claims to be green in one sense, but ignores other significant impacts, the marketers sin. According to TerraChoice: "Paper, for example, is not necessarily environmentally-preferable just because it comes from a sustainably-harvested forest. Other important environmental issues in the paper-making process, including energy, greenhouse gas emissions, and water and air pollution, may be equally or more significant."
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