ALISO VIEJO Nothing to report DANA POINT Coming up September 9 - 11, 2011 is the annual Tall Ships Festival (Dana Point Harbor / Ocean Institute).The festival features a spectacular array of family-fun activities including live music, art shows and a variety of tasty food. Interactive living-history encampments including blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages and are not to be missed. Additionally, you can explore the historic tallships and listen to the crew share tails of adventure and life at sea. For more information … (1 comments)
energy conservation: Get more MPG without a hybrid!
- 01/24/11 07:49 AM
Even if you don't drive a "green" car, you can still drive greener -- and save $$$ and MPG. • Park in the Shade: Park in the shade when you can, and cool down your hot car by driving with the windows down before turning on the air-conditioner. Over time these practices can result in a much smaller workload for your AC-and significant energy savings. • Get Regular Tune-ups: Change your oil, check the fluids, replace spark plugs, and perform other regular maintenance tasks to save fuel. Rotate your tires and keep them properly inflated. For every 3 pounds they fall … (3 comments)
energy conservation: Give clients more GREEN - for their home and wallets
- 12/23/10 06:58 AM
Help your clients save! Qualified homeowners will get a rebate with the new California REALTOR®'s Energy Audit Program (R.E.A.P.), a new program that provides rebates of up to $250 on Home Energy Rating System (HERS) home energy audits conducted by certified HERS raters. This program is offered by C.A.R.'s Housing Affordability Fund (HAF). These audits assist homeowners learn about the improvements they can make to their home to reduce their monthly utility bills and be more energy-efficient. To qualify for the program, homeowners must: -Purchase a home in California between Oct. 1, 2010 and Dec. 31, 2011 -Use the home as … (4 comments)
energy conservation: Energy Bills. How Can You Save Money?
- 04/22/09 07:47 AM
With the hot summer month's right around the corner, many of us will be cranking up the air conditioning to fight the heat; however doing so can be very expensive. Here are a few tips to help slash your bill and help you save some money. Keep A/C Filters and Coils Clean - Dirty air filters can reduce airflow, clean the condenser coil every two years and change filters monthly. Use your ceiling fans instead of A/C. Upgrade your windows. Replacing your single-pane windows with double pan windows can potentially save you 47% on your bill. Unplug the old fridge … (1 comments)
energy conservation: Green Fun Facts
- 03/22/09 08:27 AM
*The United States accounts for 70% of electric energy use *The United States accounts for 39% of energy use overall! *40% of the average household's water consumption goes to outdoor watering during dry months. *The average American uses 50 pounds of tissue paper per year, most of it is not recycled paper!
Thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection. Best regards. Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI 2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors … (0 comments)
energy conservation: More Energy Saving Tips
- 03/22/09 08:21 AM
*Turn off any unnecessary lighting in your home *Shut off water and or conserve your water by turning off the faucet when not necessary *Install low-flush toilets and low-flow showerheads in your bathrooms *Unplug electronic equipment while not in use.
Thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection. Best regards. Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI 2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors … (0 comments)
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