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Comment on Landscaping correctly helps keep summer heat out of the house. by Front Gate Properties, LLC Real Estate » Landscaping correctly helps keep summer heat out of the house.

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:01:14 +0000

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Comment on NAR Supports Incentives for Green Buildings by Front Gate Properties, LLC Real Estate » NAR Supports Incentives for Green Buildings

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:12:14 +0000

[...] “NAR has taken a number of important steps to raise public awareness about green buildings and their benefits in the marketplace,” said Jim Helsel, NAR treasurer and a REALTOR® from Pennsylvania specializing in commercial real estate. Helsel served as chairman of NAR’s Real Property Operations Committee in 2002-03 that oversaw creation and development of the REALTOR® building that was certified for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, and was awarded the Silver LEED rating by the U.S. Green Building Council in 2004 when the building opened. Full story. [...]

Comment on Best Home Improvements To Make In A Recession by skipper

skipper — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:34:57 +0000

It’s a great time to invest in geothermal heating and cooling technology. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 recently lifted the caps on tax credits to qualified geothermal heat pumps, which was previously set at $2000. Homeowners who install a geothermal ground loop or ground water geothermal heat pump qualify for this one time of up to 30% of the total investment, as long as the pump meets or exceeds EnergyStar requirements and installed after December 31, 2009. Business owners will receive a credit of 10% of the total investment. Units installed in 2008 are subject to a $2,000 cap, but those installed between 2009-2016 have no cap.

This substantial tax credit is just one of the many benefits of using geothermal technology to heat and cool your home. Geothermal systems use 25-50% less electricity than conventional systems. According to the EPA, geothermal pumps reduce energy consumption up to 44% compared to air-source heat pumps, and up to 72% compared to standard air-conditioning. In humid areas, like Florida, geothermal heat pumps improve humidity control by maintaining 50% relative indoor humidity.

But it’s not just the tax credit or energy savings that should peek your interest, geothermal heat pumps are also extremely durable and reliable. The underground piping carries warranties of 25-50 years, and the heat pumps are known to last twenty years of longer.

So, if you’re looking for a reliable system that will also give you tremendous savings on your energy bill over the long-run, a geothermal heat pump may just be what you’re looking for!

Comment on Faulty Appraisals Harming Housing and the Economy by Front Gate Properties, LLC Real Estate » Faulty Appraisals Harming Housing and the Economy

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:08:42 +0000

[...] Of those who are reporting appraisal problems, 54% said that the appraisal amount was actually less than the cost of building the home. Full Story. [...]

Comment on Best Home Improvements To Make In A Recession by Front Gate Properties, LLC Real Estate » Best Home Improvements To Make In A Recession

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:00:31 +0000

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Comment on Freddie Mac gets another $6.1B from government by Front Gate Properties, LLC Real Estate » Freddie Mac gets another $6.1B from government

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:45:39 +0000

[...] After drawing the funds, Freddie Mac has now received $51.7 billion from the Treasury Department and still has access to an additional $149.3 billion to help it finance operations. Full Story. [...]

Comment on Williamsburg Cottage – SOLD by Kim Rodriguez

Kim Rodriguez — Sat, 23 May 2009 02:03:17 +0000

could you please provide more photos of this property?
I see only one which shows only the front door.
Is there a back yard?
Thank you

Comment on Short Sales: 7 Legal Pitfalls. by Chicago Real Estate

Chicago Real Estate — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 17:26:09 +0000

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Comment on SPCA Barn tour! 11th April 09 by Gibby Ries

Gibby Ries — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:16:22 +0000

This is a great event for a great cause! Make sure you check out the tack room at Cecelia Cochran’s barn. Designed by Matt Murphy of Barn Cat Design — It is GORGEOUS!!!

Comment on Simple Tips for Better Home Showings! by Front Gate Properties, LLC Real Estate » Simple Tips for Better Home Showings!

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:20:57 +0000

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