New Price Reduction in Hixson!!!!
NEW PRICE ON 6158 FAIRVIEW ROAD IN HIXSON! NOW $384,500! CALL PAULA OR YOUR REALTOR TODAY TO SET UP A TOUR OF THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME LOCATED IN THE OVERLOOK AT FAIRVIEW. MLS#1169345.
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NEW PRICE ON 6158 FAIRVIEW ROAD IN HIXSON! NOW $384,500! CALL PAULA OR YOUR REALTOR TODAY TO SET UP A TOUR OF THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME LOCATED IN THE OVERLOOK AT FAIRVIEW. MLS#1169345.
10 Low-Effort Ways to Save Energy
[1](MCT)—I like saving energy.
That’s why I love tips that don’t require a lot of effort but still help me trim my energy bills. They may not make a big difference individually, but even baby steps add up to some pretty big strides.
Here are 10 things you can do right now to cut down on your heating and power costs. And you won’t break the bank or much of a sweat.
1. Lock the windows.
Even when a window is closed, a little space remains between the sashes where air can leak in. Simply locking the window pulls the sashes tightly together.
2. Unplug.
Many appliances, electronics and other electrical devices — even cell phone chargers—draw power even when they’re turned off. Unplugging them when they’re not in use eliminates this vampire power drain.
Granted, that’s not always easy or even possible to do. But where it’s practical, you can plug more than one device—say, your TV and DVD player —into an accessible power strip. With the flip of just the strip’s power switch, you cut the power to everything plugged into it.
3. Wash in cold.
If you’re used to washing with warm water, you can probably switch to cold without noticing a difference. And no matter what temperature you wash your clothes in, you can always rinse in cold. You’ll save on the energy that would have gone into heating the water.
There’s a bonus: Cold water saves wear on your clothes, so they’ll last longer. Or at least they’ll be in better shape to donate to charity when you just have to replace them when this season’s new fashions.
I wouldn’t suggest abandoning hot-water washes altogether, though. I’d still use hot for towels, bedding, underwear and laundry with oily stains.
Want to save even more? Skip the dryer and hang the clothes to dry.
4. Dim the lights.
A dimmer works by reducing the power flowing to a lamp or light fixture. If you don’t need full brightness, turn the lights down a little.
Maybe I should do that with the lights over my bathroom mirror.
One note: Not all compact fluorescent bulbs work with dimmers. If you use CFLs, check the package to make sure you’re buying the dimmable kind.
Oh, and take Dad’s advice: Turn off any lights you don’t need.
5. Turn off the computer.
When you’re done surfing the Net and updating your Facebook status for the day, shut down your computer. Better still, activate its system standby or hibernating feature to save power when the computer is on during the day.
Of course, you don’t want to turn off the computer if you’ve scheduled automatic maintenance checks that happen at night.
6. Rearrange the furniture.
A forced-air system works best when air can flow freely from registers and into cold-air returns. Make sure your furniture isn’t blocking these vents.
The same thing applies to radiators. If you block them with furniture, you block their heat.
7. Change the furnace filter.
The filter’s primary purpose is to trap dust and other gunk before it gets to the furnace. Dirty filters impede air flow, causing the furnace blower to work longer.
Dirty parts also wear out faster. By keeping them clean, you’ll cut down on furnace repair costs and reduce the chance of a furnace failure — which, of course, always happens on the coldest day of the year.
Change the filter monthly, or clean it if it’s a reusable type.
8. Turn down the tank.
For most homes, a setting of 120 degrees is plenty hot for a water heater. The only exception is if you have a dishwasher without a booster heater. Check the user manual to find out whether you need hotter water.
When the water isn’t as hot, mineral buildup and corrosion slow. That helps your water heater run better and last longer.
9. Let the sun shine in.
The sun is a powerful heating source, even in winter. Opening window coverings on sunny days lets you take advantage of that free heat, reducing the amount your furnace needs to produce.
Close those coverings at night to help keep the heat inside.
10. Avoid the range.
As much as possible, skip using the stove or oven and opt instead for smaller cooking appliances—slow cookers, microwave ovens, toaster ovens and the like. They use less energy than that big appliance.
Paula McDaniel
Cell: 423-355-0311
Fax: 423-598-7277
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New Study Reveals Impact Of Habitat Builds In Tennessee And In Chattanooga
posted September 26, 2011
While most know Habitat for Humanity as a builder of affordable homes, research by the Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Tennessee reveals that Habitat's work in Tennessee has significant economic impact.
"Researchers determined that during fiscal year 2010-2011, the 217 home builds and 51 rehab projects conducted statewide by Habitat for Humanity affiliates supported an average of 6.24 full-time full-year jobs per completed home," said John Lamb, director of Development with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area, and board member, Habitat for Humanity of Tennessee. "When you include the impact of all Tennessee Habitat affiliate's payroll and non-payroll spending this equals 1,511 jobs supported statewide."
In terms of dollars, the homes built by Tennessee Habitat affiliates in 2010 created $55.7 million in impact during 2010, or more than $230,000 per completed home according to the study.
To assess the impact of Tennessee's 51 Habitat for Humanity affiliates, staff at the Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Tennessee looked at total payroll, employees, construction expenses, as well as non-payroll expenses incurred by affiliates in the operation of their programs during fiscal year 2010-2011 and applied Tennessee specific economic models (RIMSII) to the data.
"Bringing these numbers home to Chattanooga, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area helped 7 families have simple, decent and affordable homes last year, engaged thousands of people in making a difference in their community, and created $1,610,000 in immediate impact on the local and state economy," said Mr. Lamb.
Anecdotal evidence, in the form of quotes from sub-contractors and material suppliers included in the study suggests that Habitat projects are providing a lifeline to companies who might not otherwise remain in business, according to Mr. Lamb.
"While the pace of building varies from affiliate to affiliate, Habitat's process is focused on creating immediate opportunity for families and then recycling their mortgage payments into the creation of more homes through Habitat's zero-interest funding model."
"While we are proud of the economic impact of our work, our ambitions are much higher," he said.
"Habitat is working for the day when everyone, in our city, state, country and world can have the chance to enjoy the benefits of simple, decent and affordable shelter. Opportunity creates a climate that changes the direction of individual’s lives, and bears fruit in terms of better quality of life for the whole community that cannot be measured financially."
Paula McDaniel
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Fax: 423-598-7277
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Red Bank Neighborhood Pride Association Meeting Is Oct. 10
posted September 28, 2011
The Red Bank Neighborhood Pride Association’s next community meeting will be held Oct. 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Red Bank Community Service. Red Bank City Commissioner Greg Jones will be presenting to the group about priorities for changes to the residential codes.
All Red Bank residents are encouraged to attend as Commissioner Jones will be accepting input from the community. He and Commissioner Floy Pierce are the two city commissioners who have accepted the challenge to update the city’s codes.
“Red Bank’s codes were written in the 1950’s. Clearly, they are in need of an overhaul to address current issues of our community. We applaud the Commission for tackling this duty and welcome the opportunity to assist in the process,” said Erin Creal, chair of Red Bank Neighborhood Pride Association.
“Residents with concerns of conditions in their neighborhoods should be active in this process to achieve optimal results. We really need a cohesive effort to make this work.”
Residents who can’t make it to this meeting should send their input via email to [email protected] no later than Oct. 9.
The Red Bank Neighborhood Pride Association is a group of Red Bank residents that are committed to helping the city be a more desirable place to live. Their community meetings are the second Monday of every month at the Red Bank Community Center behind Erlanger North. All Red Bank residents are welcome to attend.
Paula McDaniel
Cell: 423-355-0311
Fax: 423-598-7277
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Hixson Neighborhood Code Inspections Scheduled posted September 26, 2011 Beverly P. Johnson, administrator, Department of Neighborhood Services and Community Development, announced systematic neighborhood inspections are being conducted by the Code Enforcement division in Hixson. Systematics are inspections carried out on a routine basis by teams of code enforcement inspectors checking every property in designated neighborhoods to prevent the accumulation of violations and to maintain healthy and safe conditions for residents. The inspections are randomly performed in neighborhoods throughout the city and in each council district. Because systematic inspections are done as a courtesy, no citations are issued. Instead, homeowners receive a courtesy notice advising them of specific violations and given an opportunity to bring the property into compliance within a specified time period. If the owner fails to achieve compliance within the courtesy period, routine procedures for attaining compliance go into effect. The following area of Hixson, council district 3 will be inspected on Sept. 30. The boundaries for inspection are: North: Sandswitch Road South: Old Lower Mill Road East: Esquire Drive West: Sandswitch Road Teams of code enforcement inspectors will be going block by block in this neighborhood inspecting each parcel for City code violations including litter, overgrowth, abandoned vehicles and housing code violations. Signs will be posted in the neighborhood in advance to advise residents that the code inspectors will be present. For more information, contact Beverly P. Johnson at 423 425-3700. |
Paula McDaniel
Cell: 423-355-0311
Fax: 423-598-7277
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APISON - CRYSTAL BROOK - HOME WAS FEATURED ON 3 PLUS YOU. GO TO ALLCHATTANOOGA.COM TO VIEW THE VIDEO!
OPEN SUNDAY, OCT. 2ND FROM 2-5PM!
3084 Twisted Twig Lane, Apison, TN 37302
4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, 3,178+/- square feet. MLS# 1165312 $429,900
Directions: E. on East Brainerd Road, left into Crystal Brook subdivision, right on Crystal Brook Dr., right on Twisted Twig Lane.
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Office: 423-899-5943
Fax: 423-598-7277
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7522 E. Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421
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Local Realty Sales Up 13.5 Percent Over Previous Month posted September 21, 2011 The local real estate market continues to defy the odds, and the downward trend throughout the rest of the U.S., according to data released by the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) of the Greater Chattanooga Association of Realtors. In August, Southeast Tennessee and the Northwest Georgia area reported the sale of 595 residential units, a 13.5 percent increase compared to the previous month’s sales, and an eye-opening 24 percent advance from one year ago. Local Realtors Association President Jennifer Grayson said that customers are reacting to the market’s affordability, and the high quality of options available to buyers. “Admittedly, we’ve seen a slight uptick in foreclosures this month, which to some degree, helped to increase sales.” She added, “However, this was accompanied by a significant decrease in our inventory, down from 10.9 months in July, to 9.4 months in August, which we feel is getting much closer to the normal levels we expect to see over the long run.” Ms. Grayson also noted that another sign of good market health is to be found in the value of all transactions. “Our members sold over $92 million in local area property last month, which is a testament both to our region’s continued healthy outlook and the dedicated hard work of our members. We always expect August to be a good month, but this was our best since 2007.” |
Paula McDaniel
Cell: 423-355-0311
Fax: 423-598-7277
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Just did a $10,000 Price Reduction on 8560 Streamside Drive in Ooltewah. The new price is $285,000. Call Paula McDaniel at 423-355-0311 today for more information or to set up a tour of this wonderful home located in the Meadow Stream Subdivision. MLS#1166658.
Two great open houses this Sunday.
1. 3418 Gold Point Circle S. Hixson, TN 37343 - MLS# 1153885. $499,900. COME BY BOAT OR CAR!!!! Directions: N on Hixson Pike, rt on N. Gold Point Cir, go through Chester Frost Park (Please don't follow GPS directions), home is on the left. OPEN FROM 2-4pm.
2. 406 Ridgeway Drive, Red Bank, TN 37415. MLS#1166156. $179,900. Directions: Dayton Blvd. N., right Ridgeway, house is in the dead end. OPEN FROM 2-5PM.
Open Houses to come on Sunday, August 28, 2011
1. 8560 Streamside Drive, Ooltewah, TN 37363 2-4pm.
2. 1011 Woodfinch Trail, East Brainerd, TN 37421. 2-5pm.
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