Bottom line: Though this country is years behind Canada in recognizing and
valuing home energy efficiency, there are now determined efforts underway in the appraisal, lending, building and realty brokerage industries - even in Congress - to catch up, sooner rather than later.
Not exact matches
We finance a variety of
energy and
efficiency upgrades that may help you cut your total utility costs and improve the comfort and
value of your
home.
Not only will house is in better shape, more attractive curb appeal, increased
energy efficiency than when you purchased it, you may have instant equity due to the improvements therefore increased
value of your
home.
Whether its kitchen and bath remodels, room additions, porches, landscaping, and decks, or projects that improved
energy efficiency and safety upgrades to
homes you're after, you can unlock up to 80 % of your property
value of your
home for your
home improvements and renovations.
You can refinance up to 100 % of your
home's appraised
value, plus a little extra if you need it to make
energy -
efficiency improvements or pay the VA funding fee.
Their website hosts information on
valuing green buildings, including information on their certificate program called the Valuation of Sustainable Buildings Professional Development Program as well as a Residential Green and
Energy Efficient Addendum (303KB) that can be completed by appraisers as well as homeowners to identify and describe a home's green and energy efficiency fea
Energy Efficient Addendum (303KB) that can be completed by appraisers as well as homeowners to identify and describe a
home's green and
energy efficiency fea
energy efficiency features.
The historical macro data show the natural tendency of economies towards decreasing
energy / GDP and
energy / population which is the result of several things notably: 1) these ratios trend downward (unless of course economies are truly» failed»)-- meaning economies naturally move to higher
value - added composition e.g., technology, retail, services,... 2) developed economies have higher supply and consumption
efficiencies simply because the technological bases are more advance and efficient be it automotive, industrial,
home, personal,... etc..
Green certifications awarded to private residencies by institutions such as
ENERGY STAR and LEED are another way that implementing energy efficiency upgrades can add value to your
ENERGY STAR and LEED are another way that implementing
energy efficiency upgrades can add value to your
energy efficiency upgrades can add
value to your
home.
Key features include: - Optimized building envelope design provides rain screen, high R -
value, and air sealing - High
efficiency Daikin Altherma electric heat pump to provide 100 % of heating and cooling - ERV (
Energy Recovery Ventilator) provides fresh air and exhausts interior stale air 24/7 - LED lights throughout the
home -
Energy Star rated appliances - American made high
efficiency windows (U-
value = 1.9)- Standing seam metal roof with high recycled content, durability, and longevity - Radiant concrete floor slab in basement - Dual flush toilets throughout - Cabinetry with no added urea formaldehyde and low VOC content - Countertops made from recycled Quartz and glass - Zero VOC paints used on all interior walls and ceilings - Zero VOC clear finish on wood floors - Marmoleum flooring (a linseed oil based product) in mud room and bathrooms
Our industry looks forward to capturing that
value and to installing
energy efficiency measures in
homes and businesses all across New York.
That's the realm of appraisers, many of whom are just beginning to or still learning about the
value that renewable
energy and
energy efficiency adds to
homes.
But a
home's exterior is more than just appearance; it also can determine resale
value and even
energy efficiency.
Providing quality built, attractive luxury
homes; Crowne Communities offers beautiful well - built single family
homes adding
value and
energy efficiency to each plan.
The increase in
energy efficiency can help you save on your costs and increase the resale
value of your
home.
Though you won't reap the benefits right away, planting a tree can contribute a lot to your
home's appearance,
value and
energy efficiency.
By taking advantage of the resources available to landlord's to improve
energy efficiency, you will make a positive impact on the environment and build a sense of pride among your tenants who
value green features in their rental
homes.
Renewablue offers complete, in - depth services for clients trying to sell their
home after making green
energy improvements, those trying to buy an
energy - efficient
home, clients who want to refinance their
home or take out a second
home loan, or those deciding which
energy -
efficiency improvements they need to make to maximize
value.
Mortgage lenders and appraisers do not systematically consider the
value of a
home's
energy - efficient technology, said Robert Sahadi, director of
energy efficiency finance policy at the Institute for Market Transformation, a nonprofit Washington D.C. group promoting green building.
The price of a holistic approach to
energy efficiency may seem daunting, but keep in mind the potential savings and
home value appreciation from such upgrades.