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Easily Make These Changes to Live a Green(er) Life 1) Go "Paperless" : Try to send more emails and texts (or even make phone calls) instead of sending traditional paper mail, such as thank you notes. 2) Prioritize Bike Riding : Now that it is almost springtime, get out the bike and prioritize bicycle travel more when heading to work or running errands.  This green form of transportation will also save money normally spent on gas! 3) Watch Excess Water Usage : Conserve water by switching from baths to showers, or by simply turning off the water tap when brushing teeth or washing dishes to avoid wasting excess water. 4) Unplug Appliances When Leaving : Try to unplug appliances that can act as "energy vampires" and use energy even when not in use.  Unplug appliances like lamps, coffee makers, and televisions before leaving the home for a long period of time. 5) Manage Food Waste : Create grocery lists and prepare leftovers to easily manage food purchases and prevent fo...

Bicycling in Winter Weather Trying to keep up a green lifestyle this winter?  One way could be to continue bicycling in order to commute to work and run errands instead of driving a car. While biking may not seem popular in the cold and in winter weather, it is doable.  If biking this season, here are some tips to ensure the ride goes as smoothly as possible: 1) Ride an older bike : Try to save new bikes for warmer weather.  Salt, along with snow and slush, can get into bicycle gears and parts and gradually corrode the bike.  It is best to not risk this damage on a bike that was bought during the holidays. 2) Wash and/ or clean the bike after every ride : Again, winter bike riding can cause bikes to contact salt, sand, and winter weather elements.  After every ride, be sure to wash the bike or at least wipe it with a paper towel  to remove excess dirt and grime, especially around the gears. 3) Utilize bike lights : Because it gets darker earlier in the wint...

Visit the Grady Management website to discover three benefits of bike riding, including a focus on green living, for apartment residents.  Click here to read the full article . Grady Management was founded in 1965 and continues to provide a full service residential, commercial, and consulting real estate firm in the greater Washington and Baltimore metropolitan area.  Learn more from our  website  or  Facebook  page.