There has been a lot of interest in energy efficient homes, which caused me to take a training course and receive my EcoBroker designation. Here is an exert by the NAR regarding buyer interest in energy efficiency.
There has been a shift in the country to a more energy efficient, “greener”, way of life. The affect of one’s carbon footprint has been largely discussed in the media and in the political sector. From light bulbs, to grocery bags, to transportation and where one works, and what and where one eats, the greening of America has had a profound affect on society. The importance of energy efficiency has also made its way into the housing sector. Whether it is because of rising energy costs, or the social and moral obligation to the environment, or following popular trends, the majority of home buyers consider energy efficiency at least somewhat important when considering a home to purchase, 92 percent. Forty-six percent of home buyers consider energy efficiency a very important when considering a home for purchase.
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