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As mentioned before, we should all strive to go green and keep our homes up to day in any ways to do so. To help you do this, I am prepared to give you 5 tips on to go green while saving money at the same time.

1. Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
By installing compact fluorescent light bulbs you will save around $30 in its lifetime and it will begin to pay for itself in 6 months of its use. It uses 75% less energy that other light bulbs.

2. Reduce your Shower Lengths
Taking a shorter shower will help you lower your water and heating bill; better yet if you take a bath once in a while you will end up saving as well. You can also install a low-flow showerhead which will save you in water and energy.

3. Unplug Appliances
For the appliances you are not using, unplug them. In case you were not aware, even when an appliance is not being used once it is plugged in there is a certain amount of electricity being used. Save yourself some money by just unplugging it.

4. Install a Smart Power Switch
With a smart power strip it can sense when an appliance is left on and will automatically cut power to these devices. This will save you in the event you forget to turn them off yourself and in the end you save money and energy as well.

5. Bathroom Fan Timers
One way you burn a lot of energy is by leaving the fan on in the bathroom. We all tend to turn it on and forget it is left on until we happen to walk by. To correct this all you need to do is buy and install a fan time; it is a switch that takes over the fan switch and you have timers ranging from 5 – 30 minutes.

If you follow any of these tips you will find yourself saving a good bit of money and you can be satisfied knowing you are doing your part in helping the world stay green.

Glen Chapman
Broker of Record with Club “100″ GMAC Real Estate
www.club100realestate.com