Top 4 Ways to Make Your Home Green

When you’re ready to sell, it’s important to know what features buyers are looking for. Whether their motivation is to save the planet or just save on the bills, today’s buyers are on the lookout for energy efficiency in their next homes. So which features make the top of the list? Here are the top four green features buyers want:

1. 25% want double-paned or low-E windows

2. 22% want insulation

3. 20% want better heating and cooling systems along with climate control

4. 16% want efficient or Energy-Star appliances

While these green upgrades do come with a cost, they will overall save you more money on your utility bills putting more money in your pocket. And when you are selling your home, these improvements will improve your resale value helping you to gain more money at closing.

As real estate agents, our job is to help you maximize your bottom line. Before investing in any of these green upgrades, give us a call at 817-481-8890, and we can help you determine which upgrades will help you the most as well as give you a list of recommended vendors to help you with your projects.

The bottom line: it’s easy being green!