Monday, May 26, 2014

Characteristics of Green Real Estate


The face of the real estate industry has changed over the fast few years. These changes are primarily due to the changing preferences of home buyers. Today, it is very common to see advertisements from real estate agents and brokers highlighting that homes on their lists are classified as eco-friendly or environmental friendly. Sounds good because you could be helping the environment but what are the characteristics of green real estate that you should look for when you are buying your own house.

Thursday, May 22, 2014

Green Real Estates


Over the past decade, more people have become interested in helping the environment than ever before. One of the best ways to help the environment is to focus on consuming as little as possible while avoiding using energy when it is not necessary. As a result, a number products of come on the market that can help people do more using less energy. There are, however, other techniques set up been employed in recent years. Today, green real estate has become popular, and buyers often look to purchase homes that designed to operate as efficiently as possible. Here are a few common elements of green real estate.

Monday, May 19, 2014

Plan Ahead for New Home Construction


Location, Location, Location

New home construction is an exciting adventure that many people dream about for years. There are a myriad of details to be considered before you get started. One choice you will have to make is the actual location. You will need to think through several questions like these before making a final determination about location.

Friday, May 16, 2014

Fix and Flip. Fact or Fiction



There are many shows on A & E sharing the concept of fixing and flipping properties. These shows reveal how properties are purchased, rehabbed and sold. Most of the time there is a profit for the investor.

I like these shows. You get to see some great ideas on how to convert properties so they can be resold at a high price. Overall the concept is good.