Who buys a Green House

Who buys a GREEN house?
1. Economizers-- wnat to save money in the long run on the running of their home-- they like strategically planted trees, ceiling fans, skylights, High energy HVAC systems, energy star appliances and windows, increased insulation and tight construction.
2. Health Conscious buyers-- often have allergies, looking for air purification systems, solar tubes, quality of artificial and ambient lighting, carpet & paint made with low volatile organic compounds and formaldehyde-free finishes, no carpeting.
3. Lifestyle focused buyers-- they like proximity to public transport, smaller square footage, smaller yard, access to open spaces, bike/walking paths.
4. Environmentalists-- want to save the planet, --they like rainwater collection and grey water systems, low-flow faucets, showerheads, toilets, tankless water heaters, green insulation options, reduced water landscaping, use of recycled or renewable materials.
5. Eco-Chic-- they like High Tech, current green design features, GREEN certified features, More expensive features, such as recycled glass, pressed paper, hardwood palm/bamboo flooring, electrical systems to monitor and control resource usage throughout the home.
If you intend to remodel, keep these in mind both for your own comfort, safety, health, cost saving, and for future resale. For more info www.marymaxie.com GREEN, Master of Real Estate, GRI, ABR, CRS, ASP