Luckily, we've already added green features to the ARMLS here in the Phoenix metro area. I'm happy to have been a part of this process, along with Gail Johnson, Green Home Properties! As a…Continue
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Started by Jan Green. Last reply by Jan Green Jan 24.
http://www.greenhomebuildermag.com/winter-11-48.php I wrote the article but didnt name the article - kinda dumb titleContinue
Started by Dave Porter Jul 2, 2011.
Energy audits are not really a building certification in my opinion. They may tell you something about theoretical energy performance. Here are some issues: 1) Some people use more energy than…Continue
Started by kria lacher. Last reply by kria lacher Jun 28, 2011.
DOE offered an update Tuesday on the Home Energy Scoring Tool now being piloted by select BPI/RESNET building analysts. The 44 point assessment takes about an hour, will require certified personel to…Continue
Started by Brian Brainerd Mar 18, 2011.
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 &…
ContinuePosted by Regina P. Brown on January 24, 2012 at 1:25pm
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.…
ContinuePosted by Frank Farahbakhsh Moham on January 14, 2012 at 3:55pm
What is your SCORE? It depends on which agency you use. LEEDS, Earth Craft, EPS, etc. What do their scores tell you? What do they measure? Can you use it to improve your SCORE? If you make improvements in your home, can you change your SCORE? How much does it cost to get a SCORE? A score is most useful if it is easily understood and utilized. It is useful as a comparison tool if many have one. The lower the acquisition cost of a SCORE the more will get one. The easier a SCORE is…
ContinuePosted by Stephen Cabiroy on January 9, 2012 at 4:39pm
The Los Angeles Times
Factoring energy efficiency into a home’s value
Under the Sensible Accounting to Value Energy (SAVE) Act, estimated energy-consumption expenses for a home would be included as a mandatory new underwriting…
Posted by Frank Farahbakhsh Moham on November 20, 2011 at 5:03pm
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