“Building Green”, this has been the building battle cry in trends for some time now. Since 2009 there has been an average annual increase in so called “green building” of over 30%. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) home benefits the owner by fairly substantial tax deductions, and the obvious long term benefits include reduced heating expenditures and the resultant collective gain of communities, the nation, and the world.
Is Greener Necessarily Cheaper?
July 23, 2012 by
Over the past few years there has been a global push toward green improvements. This has taken place at all levels of homeownership from construction to remodeling. While some homeowners go green for the environmental advantages many are looking for greater energy efficiency and therefore greater utility savings. But do all green improvements mean savings?
Cost-Effective Green Home Improvements
June 12, 2012 by
With the continuing crisis in the world’s economy, suffering homeowners across the globe are seeking new ways to save money. Whether that be coupon clipping, tightening up on frivolous spending or using more off-brand products, there are indeed many ways that a family can maximize their income.
Builders Go Green To Get Buyers
July 19, 2011 by
In a real estate market filled with foreclosures, it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd, and builders are frequently choosing to incorporate energy-saving features to attract buyers. One such company promoting “green” homes is Betenbough Homes in Texas. According to Ron Betenbough, these green measures add less than $500 to the
