Green homes are in growing demand. Why just last
year I said to myself, "Self, let's get a new home. In fact, let's
go one step further: Let's get a green home!"
And then I stopped. "Where do I begin to look for green real estate?"
Well, now I know.
Search here for green homes.
Where can I find a green home?| Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:22:16 -0500 Shades of Green Building - Measuring (And Reducing) Carbon Footprint What really makes a building green? Can a big house be green? What role does durability play? How about the context of the surrounding urban form? |
| Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:53:48 -0500 Pursuing a Real Estate Career in a Market of Uncertainty - Good Idea Or Bad? The real estate market in the United States today is a controversial subject, ranking up there with banking institutions, health care, unemployment and politics. So is pursuing a career as a real estate agent in this economy a smart thing? Normally one might think this field may not be the best career move being the housing market is quite unstable, however, let's ponder that thought for a moment. |
| Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:53:43 -0500 Marketing the "Hidden Elements" in Green Home Building According to The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) up to 50 percent of new homes will contain significant green elements by 2010 and the choice of the current consumers is evident since green building is environmentally friendly and efficient in many ways. Let's take a look at its "hidden elements" to begin with, site specific design is oriented to get as much natural light as possible. It works by using solar energy. |
| Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:25:43 -0500 Blogging and Social Networking - A Great Vehicle For Promoting New Green Homes Blogging and social networking are a great way for builders to reduce the sales cycle by connecting with buyers earlier in the process. Facebook has more than 250 million active users, Twitter has more than 14 million registered and according to comScore Metrix, over 107 million Americans watched 6.8 billion videos on YouTube in April 2009. |
| Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:05:11 -0500 Green Homes - The Value of a 3rd Party Certification(s) Don't be fooled by some of the green home selling labeling that is currently being used in marketing. Demand to see who certified them, how and what are the features noted. |
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PatAndPattysPatch.com
is the fabulous green property we're highlighting this month. It's a
secluded getaway just a couple hours outside of Chicago, located in
Three Rivers, Michigan. Bring your friends and some snacks, and enjoy
yourself in this organic space that makes your troubles melt away in
a sea of green. Canoeing, hiking, biking, running, relaxing, yoga...
these are just some of the activities that are so easily enjoyed at
Pat and Patty's Patch. If you're interested in learning more, contact
me.