Investing in real estate through homeownership is a fundamental pillar of the American Dream. Why shouldn’t it be? A home is an investment that gains in value over time but it is not just a bond on a balance sheet. A home is the place where you chase your dreams, build a family, and make […]
Colin Glover Energy Audit, Energy Efficiency, Homeownership, Real Estate, Renewable Energy
The Case for Rooftop Solar The addition of rooftop solar panels to homes is quickly gaining momentum. Thanks to lower panel prices and increased financing options, homeowners are making the economic case for solar for their energy needs. In a previous blog, we discussed how to be sure the value of your solar panels is […]
James Mitchell Energy Efficiency, Green Education, Renewable Energy, Solar
Will solar appraise? It absolutely should…but you gotta work for it. Unfortunately, most Realtors® and appraisers have not received training on valuing solar in a real estate transaction. In order to ensure a fair shake from the appraisal industry, you must require a “competent appraiser” for your home. Green education is not required to obtain […]
James Mitchell Renewable Energy, Solar
Adding solar batteries to your solar PV system is a really great way to secure your home. Electricity outages, spikes in time-of-use utility billing, and potentially unfavorable buy-back rates from utility companies can all impact your system output. Batteries can stabilize your system but their expense does affect their total realized value. If you are […]
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“Shut the door! We’re not paying to air condition the whole neighborhood” ~ Mama Mitchell circa summer 1998 in Houston, Texas. The building envelope consists of the 4 walls, roof, foundation, doors and windows that are responsible for keeping the good air in and the unwanted air out. It’s what keeps you cool in the […]
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