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In part one of Conducting Your Own Energy Audit, we went over why you should conduct your own energy audit, ways to conduct a home audit, and what to check for during your home energy audit.  In part two this week, we'll be going over how to spot common energy leaks so you can get the most of yo...

Those who work in real estate put themselves in dangerous situations everyday and don't really think about it.  Recently, I've found some of the most dangerous situations and how to protect yourself when in them. Situations such as showing properties, meeting new clients, letting strangers into ...

Many times you can conduct your own energy audit when necessary.  And, in the Twin Cities area, an energy audit is necessary to help keep utility costs down.  Now is also the perfect time to perform this task.   When conducting your own energy audit, you just need a little elbow grease and a do-...

Bank of America and JP Morgan Chase are offering new information and helpful resources online in and effort to help consumers and agents streamline the HAFA short sale process.  JP Morgan Chase There is now a downloadable HAFA-complaint short sale information packet and application available onl...

Understanding energy ratings for windows and doors is important when it's time to replace them.  Just because the windows and doors have the Energy Star label doesn't mean they are eligible for the federal tax credit.  Energy efficient windows range from $500 to $1,000 per window on average.  Th...

Do you have leadership experience with Youth? The City of Woodbury has a part-time position open for a Pee Wee Sports/Activities Leader and is now accepting applications. The primary objective of this position is to instruct groups of children, ranging in ages 3 to 7 years, in activities that are...

Energy audits should be done annually, but what are the costs and benefits?  Homes are meant to breathe, but some homes inhale a little too much from the outdoors and exhale it inside our homes.  Drafty rooms, leaky and dirty air ducts, high utility bills, and large carbon footprints are the res...

A recent report from REO Insider about a new Short Sale program indicates testing of the Short Sale program by Bank of America.  And so far, this short sale initiative has only targeted 2,000 pre-screened homeowners.  These homeowners were selected from hard hit states like Arizona, Florida, Cal...

Last week, I blogged about "green" remodeling for your bathroom.  In part 2 this week, I am continuing with tips about air movement and green materials. Moving That Air When remodeling your bathroom, it's a great time to consider the installation of a new exhaust ventilator.  These fans help remo...