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Greening the MLS 9 Replies
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
Tags: efficiencies, green, features, Homes, Green
Started by Jan Green. Last reply by Jan Green Jan 24.
An artilce on Appraising Green
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 1, 2011.
Hers score (and other auditing) is not a building certification 3 Replies
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 Home Energy Scoring Tool due by 2012
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.
Blog Posts
Green Light for Good GreenMLS Design
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…
ContinuePosted by Laura Reedy Stukel on April 2, 2012 at 2:30pm
Bosco Verticale in Milan Will Be the World’s First Vertical Forest
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…
ContinuePosted by Frank Farahbakhsh Moham on February 9, 2012 at 4:30pm
California Home Buyers: New Energy Disclosure Required
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
American dream homes turn green
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
Latest Activity
Jan Green posted a status"Our Residential Green Building Committee, US Green Building Council, AZ Chapter, is once again working on greeing the MLS!"
ListedGreen.com posted a status"ListedGreen.com is rolling out a new program - list now and pay at close of escrow. http://www.listedgreen.com/index.cfm/page/services"
Laura Reedy Stukel posted a blog postGreen Light for Good GreenMLS Design
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 options…See More
Frank Farahbakhsh Moham posted a blog postBosco Verticale in Milan Will Be the World’s First Vertical Forest
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…See More
Jan Green replied to Jan Green's discussion Greening the MLS"Great news Regina! If the fields are there and realtors are educated about them, then hopefully the fields will be filled in and the home earns greater views from anyone searching for "greener" homes! Thanks for posting!"
Regina P. Brown replied to Jan Green's discussion Greening the MLS"Jan, the San Luis Obispo Association of Realtors and the Central Coast MLS (here in CA) have added many, many green features to the MLS over 2 years ago. They are leading the way, and I hope that all the other MLS's in CA follow…"
Regina P. Brown posted a blog postCalifornia Home Buyers: New Energy Disclosure Required
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 & white.Your TC…See More
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