http://articles.getacoder.com/real_estate/green_real_estate.htm Free Content For Your Website http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Remodeling or building with energy efficient appliances and techniques can save you big money. Solar panels can nearly eliminate your electricity bill. Remodeling with "Green" features can result in increased market value or help sell your home in a down market or just live comfortably. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 02:19:41 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Remodel_Or_Build_Your_Home_Green_and_Save_Money!_1550508x1217398781.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Remodel_Or_Build_Your_Home_Green_and_Save_Money!_1550508x1217398781.htm Although you may not think it, but 21% of the green house gas emissions produced in the united states come from everyday household energy usage. By implementing cost efficient energy saving techniques, you can help reduce these emissions while saving money at the same time. Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:01:55 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Go_Green_And_Save_Some_Dough_1440212x1217358115.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Go_Green_And_Save_Some_Dough_1440212x1217358115.htm An Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) is a mortgage that credits a home's energy efficiency in the mortgage itself. EEMs give borrowers the opportunity to finance cost-effective, energy-saving measures as part of a single mortgage and stretch debt-to-income qualifying ratios on loans thereby allowing borrowers to qualify for a larger loan amount and a better, more energy-efficient home. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:44:45 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_is_an_Energy_Efficient_Mortgage_1550514x1217274285.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_is_an_Energy_Efficient_Mortgage_1550514x1217274285.htm In yesterday's post, we started looking at the helpful tips that the Department of Energy's Building Technologies Program provides on their website to assist in making various types of buildings more energy efficient. Because the department has been obliging enough to provide tips for 10 different types of buildings, we are splitting this up over the next couple of days. Yesterday we looked solutions for single family homes, multifamily homes, and office buildings, and today we will continue this series. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:10:40 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Energy_Solutions_For_Various_Types_Of_Buildings_-_Part_2_1440204x1217268640.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Energy_Solutions_For_Various_Types_Of_Buildings_-_Part_2_1440204x1217268640.htm A pioneering construction method is being used in a development for Falmouth student accommodation in Cornwall. Alongside this construction the developers have paid huge consideration to the environmental impact of the building and have planted a 'green roof'. Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:00:21 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Student_Accommodation_in_Falmouth_-_Breaking_Ground_in_Construction_Methods_1450560x1217196021.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Student_Accommodation_in_Falmouth_-_Breaking_Ground_in_Construction_Methods_1450560x1217196021.htm Eco-Friendly lending helps helps you discover new ways to reduce your energy consumption and how to finance the transition to a greener lifestyle. With energy prices forever rising and the planet starting to feel years of neglect, it has become ever more important to look for new ways of doing things. What better place to start than your biggest asset, your home? Fri, 25 Jul 2008 22:36:10 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Eco-Friendly_Renovation_Financing_1550517x1217039770.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Eco-Friendly_Renovation_Financing_1550517x1217039770.htm Forget conventional. The future of residential home building is about to undergo some major changes as the project known as The Pasadena Eco House nears ground breaking. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:53:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Pasadena_Eco_House_Nears_Ground_Breaking_1440201x1216903984.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Pasadena_Eco_House_Nears_Ground_Breaking_1440201x1216903984.htm If you have been following along the past couple of days, you will know that Building Technologies Program aspect of the Department of Energy is attempting to make buildings across the nation "greener." In their quest to do so, they have provided tips at their website to help various types of businesses cut their energy bills and become more energy efficient. ; If you have not been following along, check over the last 2 posts that give energy solutions for single family houses, multifamily homes, office buildings, retail buildings, and health care buildings. Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:44:33 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Energy_Solutions_For_Various_Types_Of_Buildings_-_Part_3_1440205x1216593873.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Energy_Solutions_For_Various_Types_Of_Buildings_-_Part_3_1440205x1216593873.htm For those who are planning to build a new house or do some major home remodeling, why not do such tasks the eco-friendly way?. The concepts of green building have taken a major foothold in the home building and construction industry. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 21:12:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Green_Building_-_Getting_The_Services_Of_A_Green_Architect_and_Contractor_1440220x1216257147.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Green_Building_-_Getting_The_Services_Of_A_Green_Architect_and_Contractor_1440220x1216257147.htm The Green Movement, popular with the Hippies in the early 60s was the precursor for the present interest in building Green homes. The movement caught on in Europe and the United States with some variations along the way. The political authority of the green movement gained significantly with the institution of the German Green Party in 1970s. Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:54:12 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Advancements_in_Green_Home_Buildings_-_Lessons_From_Europe_1519392x1215989652.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Advancements_in_Green_Home_Buildings_-_Lessons_From_Europe_1519392x1215989652.htm Constructing Green houses is not easy, and certainly not low priced. A green house typically costs 0.5 % to 6.5% higher than a standard dwelling. Thus, from a pure pragmatic point of view, it perhaps feels foolish to incur additional costs. Such a view is misleading, as most people do not take into account the likely potential of building a Green house. Governments across the world are progressively becoming more and more sensitive to environmental issues. The Green Movement is slowly but surely transforming from informal pressure groups into positive governmental action by inclusion of legislations in many parts of the world. One can see that effect in the US where states have already started offering tax rebates to individuals who are opting for green houses. Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:35:10 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_You_Stand_to_Gain_by_Building_Green_1519393x1215920110.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_You_Stand_to_Gain_by_Building_Green_1519393x1215920110.htm Which of the three little pigs are you? Short sighted, lazy or innovative and high quality? Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:23:05 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/3_Little_Pigs_-_Which_One_Are_You_1509797x1215778985.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/3_Little_Pigs_-_Which_One_Are_You_1509797x1215778985.htm Every day, it seems like citizens and governments all over the world are becoming increasingly aware of the need to conserve. And while America is focusing more on the environment than it used to (with its newly popular green home building initiatives in particular), the U.S. is still behind the times when it comes to conservation. Europe in particular has been leading the way in green home building and especially in energy conservation for many years. Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:05:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/World_Variations_in_Green_Home_Building_1509798x1215752713.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/World_Variations_in_Green_Home_Building_1509798x1215752713.htm Everything is going green from cars to clothes to what we eat and where we vacation. Green buildings are the next step in the crusade for the environment and are no longer restricted to private homes or eccentric designers. Going green has several benefits for the building owners and for the environment. The only downside for many is construction cost since eco friendly building materials do tend to be slightly more expensive than traditional materials. Most are fine with the increase in prices since it will pay off in the long run with reductions in the price of utilities. Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:42:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Architecture_-_Building_Green_Homes_And_Buildings_1440203x1215585743.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Architecture_-_Building_Green_Homes_And_Buildings_1440203x1215585743.htm Green home building is very popular in the United States today, but many people do not know that Europeans have been building green homes for decades. We now have many technologies here in the United States that we consider to be new or innovative, but they really are not. Green home building is usually discussed in such a way that people marvel about these new technologies, but they are really only new to us. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:44:46 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Europe_Knows_Green_Home_Building_1509799x1215517486.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Europe_Knows_Green_Home_Building_1509799x1215517486.htm As gas and energy prices increase, more and more home buyers are thinking harder about whether their larger home in the suburbs is worth the cost of a longer commute. These costs can add up to be quite substantial for the car-based traveler. As energy prices are likely to continue increasing for some time to come, homes located far away from employment centers will see their value drop in relation to those located closer in. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:23:44 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Long_Commute_=_Low_Home_Value_1491921x1215293024.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Long_Commute_=_Low_Home_Value_1491921x1215293024.htm There are three, interdependent challenges to Florida housing providers: a) Safety; b) Affordability; and c) Energy efficiency. If we can't find a way to address all three challenges at the same time, we're likely to complicate solutions for two of them while we focus only on the third. For instance: We can make houses super-safe and super-energy-efficient while driving costs beyond the abilities of most folks to pay. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:45:34 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Three_Practical_Solutions_To_Stop_Floridas_Green_Sustainable_Housing_From_Free_Falling_1440224x1215283534.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Three_Practical_Solutions_To_Stop_Floridas_Green_Sustainable_Housing_From_Free_Falling_1440224x1215283534.htm "Go Green" - "ECO friendly" - "save the planet" - "Global Warming". All words we are very familiar with unless you have lived on the moon for the past 5 years or so. Now everyone is jumping on the bandwagon and offering green products and services. But how green are they and is it just a token gesture to be popular? Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:18:05 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Eco_Friendly_Property_in_Spain_1491925x1215055085.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Eco_Friendly_Property_in_Spain_1491925x1215055085.htm Bangalore real estate activities are witnessing a stagnation period. There is identified stock of unoccupied properties in the Whitefield area. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:24:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Bangalore_Real_Estate_Goes_Green_1491926x1214936644.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Bangalore_Real_Estate_Goes_Green_1491926x1214936644.htm A well-designed green home construction requires consideration of several factors, which must be incorporated in the initial structuring stages. Using eco-friendly raw materials is an important management measure in the construction of green homes. This could include using high fly ash content cement instead of normal cement. Wood salvaged from old buildings and reengineered wood can be used in constructing a green home. It is best to incorporate the green features during the construction phase. Installation of a drip irrigation system instead of a sprinkler system is one such measure. Investing in a rainwater harvesting system is yet another step toward going Green. Pathways, drive ways should be made of permeable paving so that rainwater can seep through the soil. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:58:54 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Tips_For_Green_Home_Construction_1491922x1214927934.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Tips_For_Green_Home_Construction_1491922x1214927934.htm So here are a few examples of the 'truth' that affects Costa Rica real estate of the 9th May 2008: 1. Costa Rica remains a safe and peaceful haven for many real estate investors and entrepreneurs from other countries in Central and Latin America. 2... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:44:46 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ecological_Costa_Rica_Real_Estate_Market_1491923x1214887486.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ecological_Costa_Rica_Real_Estate_Market_1491923x1214887486.htm You picked the perfect site for your new home but now you're mired in indecision. Building "green" sounds noble (who doesn't want to help our planet and create a healthy environment for our kids?) but it also sounds expensive, difficult and confusing. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:02:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Seven_Building_Blocks_of_Building_Green_1440211x1214784133.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Seven_Building_Blocks_of_Building_Green_1440211x1214784133.htm In the midst of the ever rising energy costs it is a wise investment for any Owner Builder or person who is having a home built to consider the ways one can cut their energy costs! With the average size of homes getting larger, many consumers have monthly heating and cooling bills in excess of $550 per month! Did you know there are several energy efficient options and money saving features that you can outfit your home with that will literally pay for themselves in short order and can slash your energy bills in half (or more!) Proper guidance and planning are necessary to ensure that you build an energy efficient home primarily because it will cost you thousands of dollars over the life of the home to maintain it if you don't build an energy efficient home. Secondly the required investment is minimal when compared to the return on investment from lower energy costs monthly and from the enhanced appreciation afforded energy efficient homes! In this article you will learn about several little to no additional cost methods that will help you slash your energy costs in half or more! Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:01:43 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Cut_Your_Energy_Bills_in_Half_by_Building_an_Energy_Efficient_Home!_1491924x1214784103.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Cut_Your_Energy_Bills_in_Half_by_Building_an_Energy_Efficient_Home!_1491924x1214784103.htm With energy costs soaring and the planet feeling years of abuse now more than ever is the time to consider our environmental footprint. Why not begin in your own backyard with your biggest asset, your home? Whether used in combination with the perfect foreclosure deal or simply refinancing and renovating your current residence; FHA 203K renovation financing is your outlet to going green at home. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:30:58 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Green_Renovation_Lending_-_How_to_Go_Green_With_FHA_203K_Renovation_Financing_1491927x1214728258.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Green_Renovation_Lending_-_How_to_Go_Green_With_FHA_203K_Renovation_Financing_1491927x1214728258.htm Green building is a phrase which refers to the implementation and use of environmentally-friendly practices and materials in the location, design, construction, operation and disposal of buildings and homes. This noble concept applies to both renovation and retrofitting of existing buildings and construction of new buildings, whether residential or commercial, public or private. The trend for creating greener buildings and structures is now viewed as an important instrument for positive change in the building industry. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:43:19 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Green_Building_-_Creating_Healthier_Work_Environments_And_Reducing_Overhead_Costs_1440216x1214692999.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Green_Building_-_Creating_Healthier_Work_Environments_And_Reducing_Overhead_Costs_1440216x1214692999.htm Ecological issues are now prevalent in almost every aspect of our society. Now house buyers are looking to do their bit for the environment. Mon, 26 Mar 2007 11:40:00 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Green,_Green_Mortgages_At_Home_1457449x1174923600.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Green,_Green_Mortgages_At_Home_1457449x1174923600.htm Copyright 2007 getacoder.com - All Rights Reserved.