Going Green Tips

Are you thinking about taking the "green path" for your next home improvement project? These days the word "green" is everywhere, but home-owners really need to know what exactly it means to go green.

2010 Green Tips From The U.S. Government

* The federal government is providing homeowners with up to $1500 in tax credits for making energy-efficient upgrades.

* In addition to the increased credit, the certification standards on products considered energy efficient have also increased, so it is important to double-check what your contractor is installing.

* Home-owners who install qualified, residential alternative energy equipment, such as solar water heaters or wind terbines, are eligible for a tax credit equal to 30 percent of the cost of the property.

* The EPA implemented the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule on April 22,2010, requiring remodelers working in homes built before 1978 to be certified and follow practices designed to minimize the exposure of residents to lead hazards.

Watch this BLOG for more information on "GOING GREEN".

Please let me know when the time is right for you to consider selling your current home or purchasing a new one.

If you are considering the possibility of selling your current home and you would like a determination of value, I will be happy to take a quick tour of your home to determine its condition and marketability in todays market. This will also allow me to assess any recent updates or unique aspects that could affect the selling price.

While I'm there, I can also suggest any minor cosmetic enhancements that could increase your home's value if you do decide to sell. I can also suggest any "green updates" that could attract home buyers to your property over a home down the street.

If you are considering buying a new home or selling your current home, I can help you throughout the entire process. Please feel free to call me to schedule a time to meet, or if I can answer any real estate related questions for you.

I can be reached at 770-399-8108 or e-mail me at sara@sarahibbard.com. I look forward to assisting you with all your real estate needs when the time is right for you.