Why Work with a GREEN Realtor?
More specifically, I was trained to understand how to help clients evaluate the cost/benefits of resource-efficient features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and understanding how buyer and seller preferences may be inspired by resource-efficiency.
Realtors who have earned the Green designation are proficient in all aspects of green real estate, including:
- Low-cost fixes and big-budget remodels to increase your home's energy efficiency
- The benefits smart home technology can offer you as a homebuyer or seller
- How affordability and walkability impact consumer decisions to buy a home
- Earning green home certifications like Energy Star and LEED
As an Accredited Buyer Representative and Seller Representative Specialist I have the expertise to help buyers navigate homes with owned or leased solar panels, solar power purchase agreements and to effectively help sellers price homes with owned or leased solar panels or make valuable energy efficiency upgrades to their property.
High Performance Home Resources
Below you will find my curated list of green home resources which I am continually updating. If you have a great local or general resources for other homeowners that you think should be included, please feel free to email it to me at alex@asknavarro.com.
Mass Save
A fantastic resource for homeowners, landlords and renters that provides education and financial assistance aimed at lowering home energy use and improving our environment as a whole. Rebates and grants are available that can help offset or even cover the cost of upgrading insulation, heating and cooling systems and other essential parts of the home.
The Go Book for Better Home Building and Renovation
Pretty Good House provides a framework and set of guidelines for building or renovating a high-performance home that focus on its inhabitants and the environment―but keeps in mind that few people have pockets deep enough to achieve a “perfect” solution. The essential idea is for homeowners to work within their financial and practical constraints both to meet their own needs and do as much for the planet as possible."
Massachusetts Energy Rebates & Incentives
Guide to energy rebates and incentives available in Massachusetts including: energy efficient appliances, rebates, low cost insulation, utility bill assistance, renewables, clean heating and cooling, alternative transportation and more.
US Department of Energy Savings Hub
Federal resources for tax incentives, rebates and grants towards improving home and personal energy usage.
Renovation Value Estimator
Yearly report that compiles the estimated resale value of different remodeling projects across 150 U.S. markets. Great starting point to estimate project costs and their return on your investment. You can get even more valuable advice from a professional Seller Representative Specialist Realtor.
Project Sunroof
Your own personalized solar savings estimator, powered by Google Earth imagery.
Energy Sage
Research and compare solar installers and get quotes from quality providers.
Risk Factor Ratings
Search an address to see its risk from flooding, wildfire, heat, and wind.
