If you are shopping for a new washing machine to earn an ENERGY STAR appliance rebate later this month, here are some things to consider.
* First, a note on dryers. The nature of a dryer means they are not ENERGY STAR rated. However, buying a dryer with a moisture sensor does help conserve energy.
* Another [...]
When choosing an efficient washing machine, the most important question is…What shade of green are you? I have found a big issue as a green blogger, and a washing machine user. That issue is mildew. If you are an energy efficient shade of green then a front-load washer is an easy answer. If you are [...]
It’s one thing to earn 15% off your new fridge through the State of Illinois ENERGY STAR rebate program. It’s another to get a great, quality fridge that will save you money. So how do you find a great fridge?
First, understand what features to look for. Recommendations are pretty consistent:
* Select a model with the freezer [...]
York Township recently completed hearings on tax assessment appeals for the current tax cycle. The next appeal cycle doesn’t open until the fall, but it’s a good time review how the appeal cycle works, and how I can help!
Before Thanksgiving the Township publishes new assessed values. Appeals are due within 30 days from the publish [...]
You know all those friends of yours who moved out to Aurora and bragged about how cheap their homes are? Well, the Center for Neighborhood Technology today released a way to look apples to apples at what it really costs you to live in any of 161,000 neighborhoods! The new study defines “affordability” from the standpoint of [...]
It’s been fascinating to watch this year’s Census campaign. A great study in the use of social media and other tools! Here’s one that I like - a map that shows how your census area is responding vs. the nation. Nothing like a little “keeping up with the Jone’s” pressure to help you turn in your [...]
Last month, eight Elmhurst schools were honored for academic excellence. Only 438 schools in Illinois earned a place on the Illinois Honor Role by the Illinois State Board of Education. Keep up the great work!
So I am declaring Friday April 16th “Triple-dip Day”. It’s the first day of rebates from the State of Illinois towards ENERGY STAR appliances. That’s the first dip. Sounds like many manufacturers and retailers will be offering additional incentives for consumers who take advantage of the program. There’s the second and third dips!
The Earth Day program [...]
Yesterday’s weather was reminiscent of Ireland, but not ideal for a St. Patrick’s Day parade. Despite the drizzle, Spring Road was once again packed with families taking in the annual parade, which I assume is now the 2nd biggest in Illinois!
The photos from the parade are already up on the Spring Road website. It’s a great collection [...]
C’mon…admit it. Your current home is feeling a little cramped, you’re sure you want to stay in award-winning Sandburg school district and you’d buy…if you didn’t have to sell. So why sell? Why not trade-up instead? The seller at 400 S. Washington in Elmhurst will entertain offers that include a trade for your smaller home in Hawthorne or [...]