Last month Chicagoland's multiple listing service (MRED) rolled out v 2.0 of its green field design.  The move makes MRED the largest MLS in the country to require third-party verification for green fields.  Listing agents who which to promote green homes for sale can now flag them using the "Green Supporting Documents" field.  Users have up to 14…

Unlike many of those green vertical tower designs that integrate plant life into their facade, here's one that goes beyond being a mere concept. Designed by Stefano Boeri - architect, academic and former editor of design and architecture magazine Domus - his…

Starting January 12012, there is a new statewide disclosure, according to CA Civil Code # 2079.10.  It’s to be provided to the buyer (by either the seller or the broker).

It is an energy booklet from the CEC (California Energy Commission) called “What is your Home Energy Rating”, booklet # CEC-400-2009-008-BR-REV1.  It is online at http://www.energy.ca.gov/HERS/booklet.html which you can download in color or black &…

Buying a home is a massive decision and includes multiple, long-term financial and lifestyle obligations. The average person spends around 1/3 of their income on their home. You’ll still need to do the work to make sure your personal finances and holistic life picture are also in alignment before you buy, as well of the work it takes to ensure that your real estate and mortgage decisions are sustainable and smart, over the long-term.…