real estate: Tallahassee's most desirable neighborhoods - 07/06/08 02:31 PM
Interestingly, in Tallahassee, were you to poll homelookers in the last few years on where they would most want to live, you would probably hear a long list of high-end neighborhoods on the far, far outskirts of town.
Not any more. As gas prices continue to increase, even the more … (2 comments)
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real estate: Progress Energy's Green, Solar & Gas Rebates - 07/01/08 08:59 PM
Due to numerous requests from folks for this information, I contacted Progress Energy to see if I could get a compiled overview of their rebates and green incentives. The following is their response:
Rebates and financial incentives covered are as follows:
1) Home Energy Check
2) Duct Check
3) Duct … (6 comments)
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real estate: HIV/AIDS still exist ...What!? - 07/01/08 01:43 PM
I just read an article in the Tallahassee Democrat (it’s a few days old now, but when you’re a REALTOR these days, reading news is somewhat of a catch-up game) entitled “Because AIDS isn’t over”. …WHAT, It’s not!?
It seems to me that I haven’t heard anything about AIDS/HIV for … (4 comments)
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real estate: City of Tallahassee Green Initiatives, Rebates and Incentive Programs - 06/29/08 08:41 PM
Here in Tallahassee we are lucky to have one the most generous city rebate & incentive programs for building or remodeling green. e.g. if you are building an energy-efficient home and you are interested in getting it ENERGY STAR certified, the city of Tallahassee will pay you up to $1/square … (0 comments)
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real estate: Free Home Energy Audit - 06/24/08 09:01 PM
With all of the different options out there for going green and all of the ideas about where it is most cost-effective to invest in improvements, what and who are we supposed to buy or believe!?
While nothing is going to be as comprehensive and beneficial to you as a … (2 comments)
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real estate: Tallahassee's Green Realtor® - 06/24/08 07:41 PM
Thinking about buying or selling a home..? Working with an EcoBroker® is about much more than just green. As a REALTOR®, with the additional designation of an EcoBroker®, I bring value-added knowledge to the sale or purchase of any home.
Use my services in the purchase or sale of … (0 comments)
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real estate: Green Drinks - June - 06/22/08 09:11 AM
IT"S THAT TIME AGAIN!
Green drinks! This Wednesday at 5:30pm. To be held at the usual location: Waterworks bar, 1133 Thomasville Rd.
Everyone welcome! For those who have not yet been to one, it is a stimulating mix of folks from all walks of life - … (5 comments)
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real estate: Habitat for Humanity Builds LEED® certified homes - 06/15/08 10:08 AM
Habitat for Humanity, in Tallahassee, FL, is currently in the process of obtaining LEED® certification for a home they are building. The home is sponsored by the Brinkmeyer Family and the Episcopalian and Methodist Communities.
This is the first LEED® certified (or any green certified) building to be built by … (3 comments)
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real estate: FGBC/TBA Green Council meeting was a big success! - 06/12/08 04:12 PM
The Tallahassee Green Building Council (GBC) meeting that I wrote about a few days ago was a great success!
The place was packed with builders, realtors, home inspectors, and other professionals coming to learn more about the Florida Green Building Coalition Green Home Standards certification. Many had already had a … (0 comments)
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real estate: Green Lodging Florida - 05/10/08 12:19 PM
This is a topic I have been meaning to write about since the first week or so that I was writing my blog... Green Hotels!?
It almost sounds like a joke, but the Green Lodging program by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is actually far from that. According … (2 comments)
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real estate: Solar Companies in Tallahassee - 05/08/08 09:05 PM
Whether you are looking for solar panels to supply enough energy to power your business, or simply
a solar hot water system to offset your utility bills, the options abound here in Tallahassee..!
Simpler Solar Systems3118 West Tharpe StreetTallahassee, Florida 32303http://simplersolar.com/ (850) 576-5271info@simplersolar.com
According to SS:
"SIMPLER SOLAR SYSTEMS is a consulting, engineering, manufacturing, … (0 comments)
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real estate: Gardening Tallahassee - 05/06/08 10:16 PM
It's still not too hot to get outside and enjoy the beautiful springtime Tallahassee weather. My deck is now finished, my BBQ is up and cooking every day, and my mind is wandering to gardening ideas more and more while I cook for my wife and kids... Here are three little … (2 comments)
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real estate: Tallahassee Parade of Homes - 05/06/08 07:01 PM
May 10th -11th & 17th-18th
Open 1-6 p.m. daily
Completely FREE!
It's that time of year. The 2008 Parade of Homes is on us, and it looks like it is a going to be a really exciting one. Builders this year have undoubtedly gone the extra mile to provide … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tallahassee Green Building Council - 05/06/08 03:39 PM
Associated with the Tallahassee Builder's Association (TBA), the Green Building Council meets once per month to discuss and promote green building techniques in North Florida.
This month's meeting is sponsored by Ferguson Enterprises and will be located in the Ferguson Enterprises Showroom, 1504 Capital Circle, NE
The topic of this month is a … (0 comments)
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real estate: Thomasville Rose Show - 04/24/08 12:45 PM
Looking for a fun, family event this weekend? Something to do outdoors to enjoy our glorious spring-time temperatures..?
Although we are blessed by so many great events here in Tallahassee (e.g. last weekends chain of parks arts festival), we also have some incredibly beautiful neighboring towns that hold their own events. Thomasville, … (0 comments)
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real estate: Solar Tour Open House - 04/22/08 09:49 PM
If you have not yet heard about this house from me... you have got to come on down and see this. Potentially one of the most energy-efficient homes in the country, Al Simpler's Discover House is a model home for green living in the Big Bend area.
Part of the National Solar … (2 comments)
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real estate: Tracking Growth in Tallahassee - 04/22/08 02:05 PM
Ever wondered where you can get information on future developments and growth in your city..? Well, now Tallahasseeans have no problems finding the information that we want. Simply go to http://www.urbantallahassee.com/ to see a list of all proposed and pending new development projects in Tallahassee.
The website is the brainchild of … (2 comments)
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real estate: Earth Day Compost Bin Sale..! - 04/16/08 04:48 AM
Ever wanted to reduce your impact? Ever thought of becoming a composting guru? Well, now you can - and it is simple, cheap and easy to learn and incorporate into your daily routine.
In support of Earth Day, Tallahassee's Solid Waste Services and Leon County will hold their second annual … (4 comments)
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real estate: Green Drinks Tallahassee - 04/16/08 04:25 AM
Feeling Green? ...interested in networking? ...Like good conversation, good beer or drinks and great snacks?
Great! Come on by Waterworks bar Wednesday, April 30th for our monthly Green Drinks meeting. Everyone and (almost) Anyone welcome! A fantastic opportunity for meeting other professionals in our community and building business and/or friendly relationships.
This … (0 comments)
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real estate: Green Products Fair & Trade Show - Reminder - 04/16/08 02:43 AM
I wanted to remind all of you Tallahasseans (and wish you were living in Tallahasseeans) that our local chapter of the US Green Building Council will be hosting the Capital Region Green Products Fair & Trade Show this Tuesday, April 22, 2008.
Expect a fun-filled and highly informative evening with professionals … (3 comments)
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real estate: Green Home Certification Tallahassee - 04/14/08 04:17 PM
Looking to get a home certified in the Tallahassee area...
For about 4 months now, I have been actively working as a Green Home Certifying Agent with the Florida Green Building Coalition, and have worked on over 100,000 sq. ft. of green buildings in the Tallahassee area. Now, I am … (2 comments)
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real estate: Compost Workshop - 03/29/08 04:02 PM
Interested in Composting but don't know how..?
Come on down to the Turkey Hill Farms
When:
This Sunday (March 30th), from 1-5pm. There will be demonstrations on worm bins and composting, and more than enough knowledge and information to help you get started on the right foot.
Email turkeyhill@earthlink.net for more information. Registration is not … (0 comments)
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real estate: US Green Building Council: Tallahassee - 03/27/08 08:15 PM
Roughly a year old, the Capital City Chapter of the US Green Building Council is off to a great start! One of the nations newest chapters, Capital City USGBC is already holding numerous events, recruiting heavily, and providing a valuable resource to both the building/real estate community and the general community … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tallahassee's Springtime Festival - 03/27/08 04:49 PM
Got kids? Need something to do this weekend?
Come on down to Tallahassee's 40th annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival!!!
Voted one of the top 20 events in Florida, Springtime Tallahassee draws great crowds, and is one of the largest festivals in the Southeast, with a parade of over 70,000 participants! For parents, the Children's … (0 comments)
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real estate: Leon County Climate Action Summit - 03/27/08 02:23 PM
Climate Action Summit
FRIDAY, MARCH 28 In a collaborative effort cosponsored by the City of Tallahassee, the Tallahassee Democrat, the Environmental Defense, & Leon County, local and regional professionals and individuals working towards a sustainable future will convene in the Tallahassee Civic center, this Friday. The summit … (0 comments)
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real estate: Green Residences - Megalithic style! - 03/14/08 07:11 PM
Wow! ...pretty much all I can say.
Thanks to Sylvia Barry's recent post on "unique" buildings, this novel take on "green" design has recently come to my attention. As a green home certifying agent, I have worked on both residential and commercial projects of widely varying design and style, yet nothing like … (2 comments)
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real estate: Alternative Fuel Availability - 03/08/08 06:53 PM
Want to use alternative fuel? ...got a car that could, but don't know where to get it?
Maybe you are like me, and just have an interest in the topic and would be happy to know it is available if you ever go that route. Thanks to a conversation i had the … (5 comments)
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real estate: Carfax for your home - 03/07/08 11:13 AM
Peace of mind for your home buying experience - The EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report
Most people these days have at least heard of Carfax. In fact, many of us would never consider buying a used car without first obtaining a Carfax report that shows a clean record, no accidents, and nothing else … (2 comments)
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real estate: Upcoming National Green Event Guide - 03/07/08 10:17 AM
Green Living expos and events are popping up all over the place.
Recently, EcoBroker.com published a short list of some of these events spotlighting some of the biggest and best nationwide... Our very own local event: Crawfordville's Big Bend Green Living & Energy Expo made the list, and is expected to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Realtors ...It's time to go GREEN - 03/07/08 09:52 AM
If you have ever wondered, is it worth it to get a specialized certification in green aspects of the real estate world... the answer is a resounding, YES!
Green is not simply the way of the future... It is here NOW!
For those of us with specialized knowledge, training, and experience … (10 comments)
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real estate: Tallahassee Childcare - 03/04/08 04:23 PM
Finding good, affordable childcare for your children is often a HUGE challenge... Here in Tallahassee, most of us parents are well aware that our options are fairly limited. The majority of places that you would want to send your child to, are either really expensive, have unbelievably long waiting lists (for … (0 comments)
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real estate: Canoe or Kayak in Tallahassee - 03/03/08 03:32 PM
Interested in Canoeing or Kayaking?
Looking for someone to paddle with, or suggestions for great places to paddle? Look no further, Tallahassee's local paddler association is a web forum that provides links, advice, and information for all things related to paddling in the Tallahassee and Big Bend area.
Photo Credit: Paddle … (0 comments)
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real estate: "Curb" Appeal by Julian Beaver - 03/02/08 05:26 PM
We're talking a completely different kinda curb appeal here. All i can say is Wow! If you have not already seen this man's work... You really need to take a quick look.
Julian Beaver, a Sidewalk (curb) artist from Britain has created a whole new genre of art that requires, chalk, … (11 comments)
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real estate: Cheapest Gas Prices in Town - 03/02/08 12:42 PM
No one wants to see more gas consumption... but even the staunchest and most conservative among us are getting hit hard by the prices at the pump. If you find that you are paying too much at the pump, perhaps a little planning can go a long way to bringing your costs … (0 comments)
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real estate: Natural Lawncare - 03/01/08 06:25 PM
Each year millions of pounds of atmospheric pollutants are spewed into our air, saturating our crops, being soaked up into our lungs, and slowly (or not so slowly as the case may be these days) warming up our atmosphere.Surprisingly, a large proportion (some estimates are around 15%) of this pollution may … (0 comments)
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real estate: Get Yer Compost Bin Here!!! - 03/01/08 06:11 PM
Saturday, April 26th from 8am - 3pm, Leon County will, once again, be selling compost bins!
For more information, go here.
For those of you already composting, or thinking about beginning this year, here's a simple recipe for success:
Please note: the following recipe is blatantly stolen from the Talgov.com website. Follow this … (0 comments)
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real estate: Rain Barrel 101 - 03/01/08 06:03 PM
Ever wanted to go green? ...to make a smaller impact on your local environment?
Concerned about local water issues? ...just don't know what you can do?
There are many ways to get involved, and many small, simple things everyone of us can do to make a difference - one of the coolest, … (0 comments)
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real estate: Bring yer bike..! - 02/27/08 05:28 AM
Florida is renowned for - among many other things - it's lack of hills. At it's highest point - Britton Hill - it is only 345 ft. A mere bump to most. Surprisingly to many newcomers, Tallahassee does not quite fit this mold. This beautiful "old south" city has topography galore! … (0 comments)
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