going green: Going Green! CRB article featuring Columbia Gorge Real Estate - 07/25/08 12:37 PM
It's easy being green article featuring Columbia Gorge Real Estate Check out Page 3!
http://www.thedallesrealty.com/crbsummer2008.pdf
We are very excited to have our small company featured in this national pulblication for CRB Council of Real Estate Brokerage Management. What an honor! We try very hard to conserve resources, recycle and reduce … (0 comments)
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going green: TRYING TO SAVE GAS AT AN AIPORT.. BUT CAN'T!!! - 07/22/08 01:16 PM
This afternoon I had to go to Bradley Airport, just north of Hartford, CT to pick up my sister who was coming in on a flight that was due to arrive at noon. So, I figured I would leave my house ½ hour before her flight was due to land. It … (14 comments)
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going green: Green Home Guide-Free From Minnesota RE/MAX Realtor - 07/20/08 05:44 PM
Our local RE/MAX North Central office has put together a "Green Home Guide". Would you like a copy? Feel free to download a copy and get some "green housing tips". Here's what you'll learn about-As they pertain to buying or selling a home: Energy efficient features of a home, energy efficient … (0 comments)
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going green: Eco-Friendly Travel-A Growing and “Dangerous” Trend for our Planet - 07/18/08 04:04 PM
Traveling, whether going to nearby campgrounds, our Naples beaches, or on a full scale globe-trotting adventure, can take a toll on the environment. Being careless on our journeys can damage the natural resources and lands we are visiting and also needlessly use up energy. With additional light being shed every day on … (0 comments)
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going green: Kenna and Co. Real Estate - GOING GREEN - in Highlands Ranch, CO - 07/16/08 11:06 AM
HOT OFF THE PRESS! - Kenna and Co. Real Estate - GOING GREEN!
Kenna and Co., Denver Metro-based real estate, proves that any company has the potential to "go green" - and you can do it too.
Every year, the United States goes through 100 billion plastic bags. With grocery stores … (0 comments)
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going green: Dallas TX is Building Green - 07/15/08 02:46 PM
The City of Dallas has been going Green through many initiatives. The most important is that Dallas, TX now has new building standards and they are Green, and we're talking both commercial and residential buildings.
"Dallas is the number one municipal purchaser of renewable power in the nation, boasts the … (6 comments)
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going green: Going Green - 07/15/08 11:14 AM
So we had a vendor come to our sales meeting last week and I signed up for a free evaluation of my house. They offer several different "green services" to include Green Fiber insulation, Radiant Barriers, Proper Sealing, Window Films, and Rain Barrels. My home is fairly new, but he still … (7 comments)
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going green: Going GREEN: It's Good for the Environment and your Wallet - 07/14/08 02:34 AM
Recently during one of my regular calls to a member of my sphere, I had a very interesting conversation regarding energy efficient llighting. Timmy was updating me on the recent improvements they have made to their home and began to boast about how they are saving $50.00 per month off … (0 comments)
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going green: Going "Green" a little bit at a time! - 07/10/08 04:34 PM
I've been making it a point to have a positive impact on our environment, not only in educating my spouse on how we can change our waste habits, but in everything we do. Mind you it has taken a bit of conditioning to get there, just last Saturday night we rode … (0 comments)
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going green: Edmond Residents Get Heat Pump Rebates - 07/10/08 10:40 AM
As heating and cooling costs continue to rise, many homeowners are looking for ways to save extra money while they increase their home's energy efficiency. So, I have found this great way to save money and increase my home's energy efficiency. It is done by installing a heat pump.
Any Edmond , Oklahoma … (1 comments)
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going green: Veggie Van Visits School in White Plains - 07/04/08 06:29 AM
The Westchester County Veggie Van visited one of the Schools in White Plains and now it is on You Tube as a video. The Veggie Van is a vehicle that runs on vegetable oil as an example of what is possible to conserve gas and other resources. Not only is … (1 comments)
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going green: Going Green to Save the Planet, Naples Florida and Your Pocketbook - 07/02/08 04:54 PM
In today's world of global warming and economic upheaval, there are a multitude of reasons to adjust our lifestyles and follow the trend of environmentally friendly living. Natural disasters are on the rise, energy and fuel prices are skyrocketing and no matter who we are we are all seeing the effects … (0 comments)
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going green: Going green in your home! - 06/24/08 11:46 PM
I was watching some HGTV this week and learned they are having a "green week" where various popular shows showcase a "go Green" theme. I just watched a "Designed to Sell" where they did a fabulous home makeover using recycled and eco-friendly products. I was amazed and really enjoyed seeing the … (2 comments)
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going green: Saving Gas - 06/24/08 03:49 PM
We all know that gas continues to go up straining our budgets. In the real estate business we put a lot of miles on our vehicles showing buyers around, checking on listings, and delivering paperwork.
I have been spending somewhere between $400 and $600 per month this year on gas and … (0 comments)
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going green: LEED Certified, What it is and Where are we going..... - 06/22/08 05:09 AM
With natural gas and oil prices so high right now energy conservation on the roads and in homes is coming to the forefront. Efficient bulbs, windows, insulation that are eco friendly are becoming more familiar to the public and the trend will continue.
"Ms. Meyer said their goal was … (1 comments)
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going green: How green are you? Test your green knowledge here right now....let's just see what you know... - 06/21/08 08:08 PM
We hear it every week...green this and green that...If fact there is one local builder here in my city that toughts a green home...problem is they might be building an energy star home or a super effiecient home but their homes are FAR from "Green". That's the problem...people jump on the … (0 comments)
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going green: Eco-Friendly Bath Designs Get Recognition - 06/20/08 10:16 AM
Do you live in an eco-friendly designed home and want to give props to the designer behind your masterpiece? The National Kitchen & Bath Association will be recognizing innovative approaches to water and energy savings in the bath with a new Best Sustainable Bath Award category in the 2009 NKBA competition.
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going green: Realtor Advice on Going Green!!! - 06/19/08 05:08 PM
Considering that we are always in some crisis, let's consider making small lifestyle changes that we, as consumers, can make to conserve energy this summer. Most utility companies maintain that if Mr. And Mrs. Consumer cut back only 10% -15% of their daily energy consumption, we can completely eliminate the need … (4 comments)
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going green: A few suggestions to consider before going green - part 1 - 06/18/08 11:52 PM
Going green has become more than just a trend, especially when it comes to home remodeling or improvements. Buyers are looking for homes with energy efficient and costsaving features.
Before you begin any improvements, consider these five tips.
1. Demand for green housing has been growing-46% of buyers would like a … (7 comments)
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going green: Awesome Eco Friendly House - 06/18/08 06:44 PM
While flipping through the May-June issue of Veranda I fell in love a house featured in the magazine. Usually I look at the magazine for ideas on the latest trends but this house really did catch my eye.
Low and behold this house is eco friendly! Yes, solar panels and all! I have … (2 comments)
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going green: Saving Energy and Going Green Starts at Home - 06/18/08 04:03 PM
Talk about climate change is in the air and we are all looking for ways to do our part to reduce energy use and pollution. Combating global warming means saving energy and, as energy prices rise, it becomes more and more apparent that saving energy can mean saving money too. With … (4 comments)
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going green: Going "Green" At The Office Starts With You! - 06/18/08 01:53 PM
Now, I consider myself fairly environmentally aware...I recycle things like cans and turn off my lights and things at home all the time. I just feel better about leaving a smaller footprint on the planet for my kids to try and clean up.
But, I have noticed a disappointing lack of … (14 comments)
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going green: Beaverton Oregon Real Estate: Using Oregon’s rain as a selling point - 06/18/08 09:54 AM
With all the hype about global warming, polluted water, and everything else environmental in the world today, it is amazing that we don't hear more about so called "Green Houses" more often. We are seeing them more and more, but how do you, someone with an older home, compete with a … (1 comments)
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going green: Port Orange FL - Butterfly and Hummingbird Gardening - 06/16/08 10:01 PM
If you live in Port Orange, or any of the surrounding cities, you might find this to be a fascinating, educational seminar. It's being hosted by Full Moon Natives. Full Moon Natives is a well-stocked plant, flower and tree nursery. But the best part about Full Moon Natives is their knowledge … (2 comments)
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going green: Orange County, California, Ride The Bus For FREE For A Day! - 06/16/08 12:03 PM
This morning I was watching our local news and viewed a pretty good story about the ways to save on gas. I was impressed to hear that the Orange County Transit Authority is trying to encourage new riders on their buses throughout Orange County by giving a FREE bus pass for a day!
I … (4 comments)
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going green: Are you Going Green or Wasting Energy? Do you even know? - 06/14/08 03:18 AM
This post is going to address recycling, the ecosystem, saving energy, and associated "green" topics. Before I get started, I'd like to direct your attention to some of my previous posts of similar nature.
Florida's Vanishing Wetlands
Florida's Aquifers (Vanishing Wetlands part 2)
Protecting Florida's Wetlands
Side note and Segue: As … (7 comments)
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going green: Going Green- Tips for saving Energy - 06/13/08 03:10 PM
How to Save Energy?
I was actaully thinking of writing a series of blogs regarding Going Green. Today I will just some tips for saving energy.
Go take a look your bed room or living room ....... Check how many remotes you have and how many clocks are lit? I … (0 comments)
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going green: Golf at Hasentree - It's an experience you will always remember! - 06/12/08 08:36 PM
I'll make no joke about it. I really don't have a lot of free time during the week, especially during the busy season from May until September. On the other hand it's important to get in some R&R so that you are a better agent for your clients.
So, I did … (7 comments)
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going green: Going Green - Can it be done and are you willing to do it? Top Ideas... - 06/12/08 08:20 PM
It got me thinking the other day after taking a client around to show 4 homes in the 110 degree heat. It amazed me that at 4.18 per gallon and the strong summer heating beating down that at all 4 homes I seen some interesting things going on.
Home 1 : … (3 comments)
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going green: 10 Tips for Living Greener - 06/12/08 11:41 AM
One: Ditch the Paper Towels!Instead, pick up machine washable micro-fiber cloth towels to use all around the house. Thousands of tiny little fibers literally grip and hold onto the dirt and bacteria.
Two: Java ScrubDon't toss your used coffee grinds into the trash. First, spoon some warm grinds into your hands … (1 comments)
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going green: Going green - painting your home edition - 06/11/08 03:22 PM
Painting a room is the easiest way to make it look updated or completely change its feel. Next time you are preparing to redo your living room, don’t reach for the traditional gallon of paint that you always use. Harsh and harmful chemicals are in that can, and once on your … (4 comments)
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going green: Going green - insulation edition - 06/11/08 03:15 PM
Ok, you just wrapped up demolition on your rehab. Or maybe you are designing and building your dream home. Time to think about saving money, and perhaps some energy costs. Let’s go double green!
The two best types of insulation to consider are cellulose and closed cell. Cellulose may be the … (0 comments)
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going green: Dispose PROPERLY of hasardous waste! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 06/11/08 02:04 PM
This one is pretty obvious, but still you see some people who just dump out old oil, antifreeze, etc without thinking about it's impact on the earth.
Nearly every household has some kind of hazardous waste: old paint cans, used motor oil, unused pesticides and weed killers. If you dump these … (2 comments)
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going green: Tryon Villas- The Triangle's Only All Green Neighborhood - 06/10/08 08:40 PM
Today we had our general office meeting, went on Tour in the 100° heat (yes we still have Tour here in Cary and quite a few of us braved the weather today), and then we had lunch at a wonderful new community in a fast growing area of Cary - Tryon … (11 comments)
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going green: The Benefits of Going Tankless - 06/10/08 12:26 PM
With the cost of gas and electricity skyrocketing, you may want to take a look at replacing that old water heater of yours. Most standard hot water heaters only last about 10-12 years. If yours is older than that, you are well past due for an upgrade. Instead of replacing it … (0 comments)
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going green: GOING GREEN TO ATTRACT BUYERS AND DOLLARS! - 06/09/08 12:10 PM
GOING GREEN TO ATTRACT BUYERS AND DOLLARS!
MAKING MONEY AND SAVING MONEY
Here are some easy, yet smaller projects that can increase a home's appeal in a time of high energy costs and an extraordinary focus on being green. Of course make sure you market the home with these positive, … (7 comments)
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going green: Elect Green! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 06/06/08 09:13 AM
During this heated election season, this is a great one, and it can REALLY make a difference, especially at the local level! During election campaigns, ask candidates about their position on the environment. Try to ask specific questions that relate to situations in your community-- whether they support a mandatory recycling … (4 comments)
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going green: How do gas prices impact the American Dream? - 06/06/08 07:52 AM
Students stream to the Boston/Cambridge area from all over the world to obtain top-notch educations. A large percent go from Freshman Orientation through completing their dissertation to landing a job, finding a partner, and buying a home steps away from where they first entered a Freshman classroom.
The first child arrives. The second bedroom that was … (2 comments)
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going green: Harnessing the Sun's Power - 06/05/08 06:02 PM
Since green living has come to the forefront in many American's minds, especially with rising gas prices wreaking havoc with every aspect of the American economy, solar power in the home has started to become almost mainstream. What better place than the West Valley of Arizona to harness the sun's natural … (4 comments)
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going green: Seattle Real Estate: Ways to Improve Your Chance Of Selling Your House - 06/05/08 04:10 PM
I thought it might be time to revisit some Seattle seller tips! Obviously, I think you should hire a FULL SERVICE REALTOR, but you can skip that tip for now....
Housekeeping- Hire a housekeeper - You want your home to shine! The extra money will most likely be worth the investment.
Lawn Maintenance … (3 comments)
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going green: What is Renewable Energy and How Can We All Benefit From It? - 06/04/08 01:39 PM
I have found that many of my friends, family, neighbors and other community members know very little about renewable energy and how it can truly benefit all of us. With the cost of utilities rapidly rising and our air quality decreasing, there is an increased amount of concern and more of … (3 comments)
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going green: Metro Areas with the Smallest Carbon Footprint - 06/04/08 09:56 AM
Residents living in Boise, ID; Honolulu; Portland; New York and Los Angeles (and yes, even in Los Angeles) can breathe a little bit easier, according to a recent report from the Brookings Institution. People living in cities with dense development and rail transit systems generally put out lower amounts … (3 comments)
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going green: Ditch Styrofoam! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 06/03/08 11:01 AM
This one is obvious to some people, and not so much to others! Did you know that a SINGLE polystyrene (styrofoam) cup conains ONE BILLION BILLION molecules of CFC's? That's 1,000,000,000,000,000,000. Once a CFC atom reaches the ozone layer, it can take over 100 years before it breaks up and becomes … (4 comments)
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going green: Go green in a day? No way! - 05/31/08 11:13 AM
I did my normal thing yesterday to start the day. I turned on the shower. Was it my imagination, or was there no hot water? It was NOT my imagination. There was NO hot water.
How can this be, I thought. The water heater is not that old. But then I … (0 comments)
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going green: Ways to Save Gas and Reduce Global Warming - 05/30/08 09:07 AM
Use public transportation. Ride the bus (after all, it is free in Park City and the buses use bio-diesel), ride your bike or walk.Carpool. Check out www.erideshare.com to find someone to share a ride with if you can't find anyone.
Telecommute. Work from home every chance you get.Combine errands and walk … (4 comments)
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going green: Natural Gas Cars - CNG Fuel - Almost Driving For Free - 05/29/08 04:52 PM
How many people out there know about natural gas cars? Of those, how many know about the environmental benefits, and the bank account benefits? Everybody might find this interesting.
While the national average price of gasoline is now $3.60, some residents of Utah are happily filling up on compressed natural gas … (5 comments)
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going green: They Shoot Realtors, Don't They? - 05/29/08 03:22 PM
I am pretty new at being a Realtor. However, the venom directed at my profession is pretty shocking, still.
The following are excerpts from posts to www.Allrealtorssuck.blogspot.com This is one of many websites that have sprung up in the last three years that allow customers to vent their anger at the people … (67 comments)
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going green: Thankless to Tankless: Water Heater Efficiency - 05/26/08 04:57 PM
The life span of a hot water tank is only 10 years. If you are in the market for a new water heater, consider going tankless. This fabulous device instantly heats water on demand and takes up much less space than a traditional water heater. Since it only heats water when … (4 comments)
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going green: Recycling Rain Water? - 05/22/08 10:08 PM
I feel like the past month or so, going GREEN, is everywhere. More than half the commercials on tv are focusing on environment friendly products or how the advertised company has changed its procedure to be more GREEN. Which is a great thing. It's amazing we all didn't have these ideas … (6 comments)
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going green: Educating Yourself on Green Housing - 05/20/08 09:52 AM
This past weekend I flew out to Newport Beach, CA, to meet up with some old friends from high school. One of my friends is now an energy consultant and runs his own company, Azlan Energy Solutions, which provides existing businesses and homes with energy-efficient technology to cut down utility costs … (2 comments)
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going green: Lets Go Green Together :) - 05/15/08 02:49 PM
“Going green” and being “Eco-Conscious” are hot topics these days and gaining more attention with the urgent need to stop global warming. Costa Rica will plant seven million trees in 2008 to soak up as many greenhouse gas emissions as it produces, in a bid to become the world's first … (2 comments)
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going green: What are VOC Paints? - 05/14/08 10:13 PM
GREEN TIP OF THE WEEK: WHAT ARE VOC PAINTS?
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted by a wide array of household products, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects. Examples include: paints and lacquers, paint strippers, cleaning supplies, pesticides, building materials and furnishings, office equipment such as … (4 comments)
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going green: Buy in Bulk! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 05/13/08 05:30 PM
Buy in bulk. One 32-ounce bottle will use less packaging than two 16-ounce ones, even though the total size is the same. Plus, the larger bottle will probably cost less per ounce than the other two combined! For an example, let's look at pop. A 2-liter bottle of pop costs $1, … (6 comments)
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going green: Turning my Buyers and Sellers Green! - 05/11/08 04:40 PM
Everyday we make choices that will affect the Earth in a positive or negative way. Here are some easy ways we can minimize our impact on the world. After you read this, go to the Earth Day Network to find out how your daily routine affects the Earth. Remember going green saves the … (4 comments)
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going green: Why Going Green in a Blue Economy Can Be a Smart Investment - 05/10/08 05:57 PM
Why Going Green in a Blue Economy Can Be a Smart Investment
While the real estate market is slow and high energy prices are challenging everything from the way we heat our homes to the way we get around, it might make sense to bring a green approach to a … (0 comments)
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going green: 8 Ways to Green Your Technology - 05/09/08 03:29 PM
THE INFORMATION BELOW IS PROVIDED BY EARTH911.ORG
http://earth911.org/
by Trey Granger on April 22nd, 2008
Technology is a HUGE part of our daily lives. We carry around cell phones and media players, work all day on a computer and come home to watch television.
But electronic devices make up 70 percent … (0 comments)
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going green: Creating a Green Mailbox - 05/09/08 03:02 PM
THE INFORMATION BELOW IS PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF NORCROSS, GA.
http://www.norcrossga.net/news-article.php?ID=78
Date: 03.01.2008
Creating a Green MailboxWhat's even better than recycling? Reducing your paper waste and protecting your privacy by eliminating unwanted junk mail! Estimates indicate that 28 billion gallons of water and 100 million trees are needed each year … (3 comments)
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going green: Green Homes - EcoBroker - 05/07/08 12:32 PM
The Pasadena Foothill Assn. of Realtors had an article on earning a designation of EcoBroker, a new certification for realtors to learn about green homes, energy efficent homes, environment education and more.
According to the website, there are currently about 3000 members with the designation. More consumers are becoming consciencious about saving … (0 comments)
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going green: Waste, waste, waste.....what are you doing? - 05/06/08 10:46 PM
We live in a society that produces so much excess waste. Some of it is garbage and other is recycle. Our association, my office, family and friends are attempting to go green. In my research here is what I found and I thought it was work passing along.
Garbage........ Americans produce more … (6 comments)
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going green: Five Tips for a Green Home - 05/06/08 04:21 PM
By Gary Macrides, Prudential California Realty
Eco-friendly. Carbon footprint. Global warming. Energy-efficient. These catch phrases have become part of our lexicon as we've become more aware of our impact on the environment and our role in protecting it. As a homeowner, there are some simple, inexpensive steps you can take to … (1 comments)
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going green: Orange County ECO Friendly Stores - 05/06/08 10:48 AM
Going Green in Orange County is getting much eaiser these days. So many of us are looking for new ways to save the earth and do our part in the battle against wasting natural resources. I have found that there are several stores in Orange County that are enviornmentally conscious.
If you … (1 comments)
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going green: Spread the word about Conservation! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 05/05/08 11:12 PM
This is an easy one - Spread the word about conservation!
Talk to friends, family, co-workers, and people you randomly meet! Any way you can, get people to think about the earth. There are more than 6,000,000,000 people on this earth, and every one of them needs to take care of … (3 comments)
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going green: Energy Conservation Goes Way Beyond Fuel.... - 05/05/08 01:06 PM
Think about electricity efficiency as well as just fuel for energy savings. Here is some energy data that you'll find interesting and compelling:
*Electricity use per home rose 23 percent from 1981 to 2001 according to the Department of Energy.
*The Census Bureau says 89 percent of single-family homes completed in 2006 within … (1 comments)
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going green: Eat Organic! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 05/02/08 04:18 PM
With spring in full bloom many places around the country, and on it's way in others, this is a timely reminder! 'Tis the time for fresh, locally grown, organic produce! Many communities have Farmer's Markets, which are a GREAT summer resource for organic an all natural produce! Here in Park City, … (9 comments)
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going green: How GREEN is your getaway? - 05/02/08 04:05 PM
Is it better to drive or fly? Is it better to drive if there's one person, or only if there's a group of people driving? How well do you understand carbon emissions of the different forms of transportation?
CLICK HERE to take a quiz from the Sierra Club to find out! … (4 comments)
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going green: Central Florida "Going Green" - 05/02/08 03:34 PM
Central Floridian's lead busy lives and most of us probably spend more time figuring out what to eat for dinner, rather than thinking about the effects we have on our environment. Why do thousands of people move to Central Florida every week? That's no shocker, the sun, the fun and lots … (0 comments)
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going green: Going Green - 05/02/08 11:17 AM
I read an excellent article about going green and living rich today. I just wanted to share some of the information I learned. Did you know that every day in the U.S roughly 690,000 tons of material are dumped in our landfills and only a small fraction of that is legitamate waste! That … (0 comments)
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going green: RECYCLING AT HOME - GWINNETT CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL - 04/30/08 11:12 PM
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going green: Safety Tips For Hosting Open Houses - 04/30/08 11:36 AM
Are you scheduled to host an open house this weekend? Open houses are a terrific opportunity for Real Estate Professionals to generate new clients, they do however also pose a potential safety threat if not managed provocatively. So what can you do to make your next open house safer?
Have another colleague … (6 comments)
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going green: 3rd Annual Triangle Green Home Tour May 3rd & May 4th - 04/30/08 07:09 AM
I was surfing through my bills this morning and Progress Energy had an insert worth reading this month. My husband Mauro is very conservative and interested in all things "GREEN". In addition, my daughter Jordan is taking AP Environmental Science this year and she is really excited about GOING GREEN. So, it's … (5 comments)
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going green: Buy Less Stuff! Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 04/29/08 10:29 PM
This one will help your bottom line as well as the earth!!
Buy less stuff. New products require the destruction of trees, the use of petroleum for plastics, shipping, packaging…our incessant chain of production and consumption is one of the great threats to the sustainability of our planet. Can you use that … (9 comments)
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going green: Gussy Up Your Lawn to Fatten Your Wallet - 04/29/08 09:40 AM
After a marathon of a winter, I can't begin to tell you how ecstatic I am to finally hear birds chirping outside my window and not to see snow barricading my sidewalk. With the first balmy weekend, I noticed my neighbor out in his yard replanting the grass that had … (9 comments)
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going green: Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 04/28/08 09:52 PM
This tip is a fairly easy one, especially if you're one who takes several trips per year!
Fly one time less each year. Plane travel is one of the greatest sources of carbon emissions (and global warming). Maybe you could drive or take a train to your destination. Or consider planning a … (5 comments)
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going green: Orange County FIRST in STATE of FLORIDA To Offer Solar Water Heater Incentive - 04/27/08 08:03 PM
FINALLY
AN INCENTIVE
TO
GO GREEN!
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO GO TO THE WEBSITE
ttp://www.wftv.com/news/15956898/detail.html?taf=orlc
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going green: "GOING GREEN" Your thoughts on where the market is headed... - 04/27/08 04:28 PM
Get ahead of the market - Create, Educate and Dominate...
Converting your homes, business, products, etc... "A healthy way of life"
… (1 comments)
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going green: GOING GREEN ~ REAL ESTATE IN FLORIDA - 04/26/08 12:45 PM
GOING GREEN IN REAL ESTATE
Ok here's a topic that we ALL need to be addressing! I want to become more in tune with selling homes that can SAVE ENERGY and where buyers and sellers can get DISCOUNTS for APPLIANCES, YARD LANDSCAPING AND BASICLY ANTHING THAT CAN HELP SAVE ENERGY AND CONSERVE OUR WATER … (3 comments)
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going green: Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 04/25/08 09:10 AM
Today's tip is obvious to some, and not so much to others.... But it's a simple one that can REALLY help!
Give up bottled water– for good. Drink from a glass at home, take your own reusable jug or bottle to the gym, and encourage your office to get a water filter … (0 comments)
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going green: Here We Go! - 04/24/08 04:00 PM
OK. Here we go! I can only read and talk about it for so long before I just have to try it. Yes, this is my first Blog entry although I have been a member for quite some time. Thanks to my friend, Susan, in Tracy, Ca. I am giving it … (3 comments)
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going green: Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 04/24/08 01:39 PM
Eat meat LESS!!! Try to eat meat (at least) one fewer day per week. Raising animals for meat (particularly beef) places an incredible strain on our natural resources. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, one pound of red meat is responsible for 20 times the land use, five times the … (3 comments)
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going green: Earth Day gone... - 04/24/08 10:24 AM
Hello again everyone, this is Rob's wife Kristen. Rob and I were talking and decided to share this experience with you. "Going green" has become a major focus for most today. Wet've read great ideas about going green from so many. I've been trying to do my part. Lately when I'm … (2 comments)
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going green: What is an ECOBROKER®? - 04/23/08 09:46 PM
EcoBroker® is a real estate designation that helps green-minded consumers identify REALTORS® who have received training that addresses "green" home certification programs like Energy Star® Qualified Homes, energy-efficiency, and sustainable design.
EcoBroker's® core curriculum offers innovative energy, environmental, and green strategies and tools for real estate professionals. EcoBroker® currently offers three courses … (1 comments)
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going green: Going GREEN Anyone??? - 04/22/08 07:29 PM
In honor of earth day today, I thought I would share some thoughts and resources on GOING GREEN......no, I'm not talking about getting queezy =)!
One of the hot topics of conversation in the design world these days is eco-friendly design. If you turn on HGTV they are talking about it, most … (2 comments)
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going green: Seize the Day, Help Save the Planet - 04/22/08 05:38 PM
We've all heard the saying, "What a difference a day makes." Today could be your opportunity to make a difference by reducing your home's impact on the environment. Surprisingly, one of the most beneficial ways is to use less energy to heat and cool your home ... and it starts with … (1 comments)
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going green: Earth Day - Tips On Running A Green Business - 04/22/08 02:56 PM
Running an environmentally friendly business is not only socially responsible, but it can also save you money. By making a few small changes to your business practices, you can make a big impact on our environment. Here are some of my suggestions on how we can all be ‘greener'.
Save energy - … (0 comments)
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going green: Earth Day 2008 - 04/21/08 10:29 AM
Tuesday April 22 is Earth Day , a day to celebrate the environment. The first Earth Day was organized in 1970 to promote the ideas of ecology, encourage respect for life on earth, and highlight growing concern over pollution of the soil, air, and water. Earth Day is now observed in 140 … (1 comments)
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going green: Elkhart County, Indian, Let's Go GREEN! - 04/21/08 08:53 AM
Elkhart County, Indiana. Eco-friendly. Carbon footprint. Global warming. Energy-efficient. These catch phrases have become part of our lexicon as we've become more aware of our impact on the environment and our role in protecting it. As an Elkhart County, Indiana Homeowner, there are some simple, inexpensive steps you can take to make … (0 comments)
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going green: BUILDING A "GREEN" HOME... Right from the beginning - 04/20/08 04:14 PM
Today, on my way to the office, I saw a home with solar panels. No, NOT those old, ugly solar panels from the 60's. These were nice looking (as nice looking as a solar panel can get) and discretely placed--ON THE GROUND. So, I asked myself, "Self, why can't builders put some kind … (10 comments)
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going green: Going Green on Earth Day in San Diego County! - 04/19/08 01:19 PM
April 22nd is Earth day!
Caring for the environment is very important, because after all the earth is our home.
Finding the right home on our home is an incredible process, especially if you want to help the environment by going green! More and more people are going green! So I thought … (0 comments)
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going green: City of Hayward is considering the adoption of a "Green Building" ordinance - 04/18/08 10:06 PM
Hayward also know as the "Heart of the Bay" may be going green! This would be a bid step for this city. If they can do it so can others. Read the following story.
Green Building Ordinance: The City of Hayward is considering the adoption of a "Green Building" ordinance that could increase … (3 comments)
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going green: Tip of the day to help save the earth! - 04/18/08 03:08 PM
With summer coming up, and the temperature in most places starting to rise, this one is a great reminder!
OPEN WINDOWS instead of using the air conditioning. Consider getting a few fans to help circulate the air a bit. This is obviously not practical in ALL areas, some places are JUST … (6 comments)
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going green: SLC Car Dealership gone GREEN!! - 04/17/08 09:12 AM
I am very pleased that a local Salt Lake City car dealership has decided to take a huge step in the right direction toward Going "GREEN"! Mark Miller Toyota in Downtown SLC is Utah's only LEED certified dealership! For starters, they are a Toyota dealership! Toyotas are overall the 'cleanset' car … (4 comments)
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going green: The Diva in the House Radio show is Going Green and We Are Tickled Pink! - 04/14/08 10:57 AM
Hi Everyone;
Just wanted to invite you to tune in this Friday at 1 p.m. Eastern time at www.radiosandysprings.com for Diva in the House-The Voice of Real Estate Staging. We are going Green this week! I am excited to be welcoming Frank Fontana of HGTV'S Design on a Dime. Frank is … (4 comments)
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going green: Oakland Park, Florida - Orlando Parade of Homes 2008 - 04/12/08 08:44 PM
What's up with the photo?
This timeless neighborhood could have been built 60 years ago when black and white photography was all that there was, but these homes are brand new.
We've just returned from our first look at Oakland Park in West Orange County in Winter Garden, Florida.
I have to tell you that it takes … (3 comments)
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going green: Don't Miss the Seattle Green Festival this Weekend! - 04/11/08 05:06 PM
I just wanted to make sure that everyone who is anyone knows about Seattle's Green Festival this weekend. It is being held at the Washington State Convention Center on Saturday from 10-8 and on Sunday from 11-6pm. Come and check out some the the Northwest's best "Green" services and … (3 comments)
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going green: 2008 Orlando Parade of Homes - Going Green - 04/11/08 01:24 PM
2008 Orlando Parade of Homes
April 6 - 20, 2008
There are over 140 homes on the tour this year, but the highlight for me is the new development of Oakland Park in West Orange County. Castle & Cooke Florida is developing the first community in Central Florida to be certified by the Florida … (5 comments)
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going green: Going Green - 04/09/08 01:02 PM
Green is Good!
The Rivers team has recently "gone green" by changing our method of Marketing. Now instead of mailing out post cards to our clients informing them of new socials or community fund raising activities, we now notify our clients by email. At first, our clients gave us some grief; who … (1 comments)
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going green: Earth Day, Westchester County, New York - 04/08/08 05:54 AM
Westchester County's Earth Day CelebrationKensico Dam Plaza, ValhallaApril 13, 2008,11am - 3pm
Discover practical and easy ways to make your home, the earth and Westchester County a cleaner, greener and healthier place to live - and have some fun at the same time. Admission and parking are free.
In addition to Westchester County … (0 comments)
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going green: Building Green - 03/31/08 10:03 PM
Technology Snapshot & Benefits:You can save a lot of money and avoid future headaches by choosing and installing building materials that are safe and appropriate. There is no specific cookbook path to success with building materials. However, your decisions may be usefully guided by asking the following questions:
How well do the alternatives … (0 comments)
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going green: Tip of the day to help save the earth - 3/31/08 - 03/31/08 06:37 PM
Tip of the day to help save the earth - The last day of March, 2008!
Make your meals earth-friendly. When packing a lunch, put sandwiches, chips, etc. in reusable plastic containers instead of sandwich bags. Carry your drink in a washable thermos bottle, and your lunch in a reusable … (3 comments)
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going green: Our Unsung Partners In Going Green In The Country - 03/30/08 11:50 AM
Going green in the country is nothing new – country folk have been doing it for centuries. However, they haven’t done it alone – those of us who live in the country have partners in living the green rural lifestyle, and I thought I’d introduce you to a few of … (5 comments)
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