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I had the “interesting” experience in 2005 (prior to my becoming a licensed agent) of learning first hand the process behind removing …
Looking to go green, but unsure of where to take your first step? Try the greenest spot of your home: your yard. Green gardening is a great starting point for any journey toward a more earth-friendly lifestyle. It’s easy to get started, it’s fun, and changing how you garden in even small ways can […]
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Today, living green isn’t just a lifestyle choice; it makes solid financial sense. As home energy costs increase, homeowners are seeking simple and smart ways to save energy and consequently save money, too. Trying to create a more environmentally sound household doesn’t have to start with taking out a massive loan in order to […]
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New Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule in Effect April 22, 2010
If you own a pre-1978 home, here is new legislation which may impact your next renovation project.
As provided by SFAR:
The Federal Lead-Based Paint …
What a great eco-friendly, affordable idea! ZippGo: Green, Plastic moving boxes
In my internet meandering this morning I came across this great eco-friendly, affordable moving resource: ZippGo
Here’s their scoop:
Moving is complicated and wasteful – we …
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San Francisco homeowners have a new way of paying for solar panels, energy-efficient appliances and low-flow toilets.
A new city-run program, GreenFinanceSF, will give San Franciscans the money to pay for such projects …
Not all home improvements are created equal. Especially if you’re looking for “resale value” back from your work. An article from the Wall Street Journal lays it out cleanly. Function beats flash these days so be wary of where you spend.
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Very exciting news came through this week from Docusign!
On April 8, 2010, e-signed third-party documents, including real estate contracts, are now being accepted by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) with the …
This post is long over due & is inspired by a first time buyer couple that I’m working with. We’ve been looking at a handful of pre-40’s homes with various interpretations of owners updating, renovating …
San Francisco has for a long time had an overall great recycling and compost program which recently became mandatory in the city’s effort to further increase the recycling rate from 72% to 90%.
It wasn’t …
I’m very excited to at last be paying a visit to Heath Ceramics in Sausalito this weekend. Better yet, it’s their annual 20% off sale. I’ve been so drooling over their tile (my other favorite …
As of the latest Burlingame e-newsletter, there are exciting environmental changes underway! It has taken time, but it seems like green/eco-friendly construction & living are finally gaining momentum.
Now if Burlingame would implement recycling pick-up on …
Are you looking for something unique for your next house project? Then think about visiting one of several great, local salvage shops.
If you’re on the Peninsula, pay a visit to Whole House Building Supply. They …
I love this solution!! We live on a busy street and didn’t want the view of cars and pedestrians nor did we want to feel like fish in a fish bowl when the drapes …
In my constant quest to be eco-friendly both personally and professionally, I’ve been implementing a few environmentally friendly business practices.
Currently, I’m in the process of reducing the number of direct marketing pieces to a …
It’s that time of the year again when gutters need to be cleaned prior to rainy season. We just had a great product installed in portions of our gutters which prevents gutters from clogging.
There …
I’ll start off by saying that I’ve been addicted to bamboo for several years. It’s amazingly beautiful, fast growing, and creates a calming sound when wind passes through the leaves.
My favorites are black bamboo, …
Considering a new driveway? There are lots of options available ranging from stamped concrete, to brick, to pavers, to permeable.
We went the route of a pebble driveway to replace the concrete driveway for a …
With energy costs on the rise and an increasing awareness of environmentally friendly products and technology, solar systems are becoming a worthwhile investment, especially since there are rebates available to help offset the cost.
The technology …
Are you thinking about making improvements to your home? Perhaps, you have a smallish project such as a bath or kitchen remodel?
Or, if you have an 80+ year old home like mine which has …
I LOVE this product!! One of the great perks that comes with home ownership is the ability to customize one’s home. As a 15+ year property owner/investor, I’ve had the chance to try …