Unique Homes & Land

Green your Bedroom

Vivian Gunnerengen — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:07:56 +0000

The bedroom might not seem like a room that needs to be green, but there are ways you can both reduce your energy consumption and make the room a healthier and more environmentally friendly place to live.

Cash Incentives for Short Sales

Vivian Gunnerengen — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:06:11 +0000

More banks are offering home owners incentives to sell their houses in a short sale to prevent a costly foreclosure to the bank. In fact, some banks are offering struggling home owners as much as $35,000 to do a short sale, according to an article at CNNMoney.

What is a Green Home?

Vivian Gunnerengen — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 17:04:49 +0000

Although certifications are necessary to officially designate a home “green,” anyone can make their home and their lives greener. A home’s individual green features are what make it environmentally friendly or “greener.”

Common misconceptions on Green

Vivian Gunnerengen — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 16:56:44 +0000

Here are some of the most common misconceptions about green homes--as well as current information.

What is an Energy Star home?

Vivian Gunnerengen — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 06:56:18 +0000

Energy Star recently celebrated reaching over one million Energy Star certified homes in the U.S. Homeowners of these green homes can expect lower utility bills, greater durability, and comfort. Not to mention taking a great step in reducing carbon-emissions caused by thier home and helping to slowing global warming.

Opt-out of Junk Mail

Vivian Gunnerengen — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:54:34 +0000

Sick of throwing your pre-approved credit and insurance mail directly into the recycling bin? What about the phone book that magically shows up on your porch? Well, is it time for you to green your mailbox and save some trees!

2011 Green Tax Savings

Vivian Gunnerengen — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:52:27 +0000

Non-business energy credits are still available with a few changes. For 2011, the credit amounts have been reduced, allowing you to claim 10% of cost, with certain restrictions, for things like new energy-efficient windows, furnaces, etc.

Finishing Touches – Series 2 Green Lighting

Vivian Gunnerengen — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 06:51:40 +0000

“What is being Green” in terms of lighting

The following is a list of ideas for energy efficient lighting and controls you can easily do:

1. Add dimmers, occupancy sensors in rooms

2.Change lamps (industry term for bulb) to compact fluorescent. Please note to handle burn out lamps carefully as they do contain Mercury!

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Tips for Greener Holidays

Vivian Gunnerengen — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:37:47 +0000

Cards that give-- Still having trouble breaking with the greeting card tradition? At the very least, be sure the cards are printed in an eco-friendly manner. And consider further off-setting their impact by helping a cause and buying cards that benefit charities.

Green Roof Improvements

Vivian Gunnerengen — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:23:35 +0000

In this economy, you may feel grateful to have a roof over your head. But how much do you really think about your roof? It is one of the most important elements of your home, one that helps protect all the other parts and people - under it.