Green Real Estate Courses

 

 

Learn to Sell Green Homes

 

The market for green homes is growing. Just this March, the NAHB surveyed 10,000 potential homebuyers and found that 70% are willing to pay $5000 more for a green home.

 

A recent study in Los Angeles has also shown that when rebates are available, over 50% of homeowners are interested in green upgrades too.
 
Energy Upgrade California is now offering up to $4000 in energy upgrade rebates and up to $1000 in green label rebates to homeowners in certain counties. Real estate agents can also get up to a $200 referral fee for any project they refer that results in a green label.

 

Be prepared to take advantage of this growing market.

 

Our courses focus specifically on existing green homes in the California marketplace and teach you how to take advantage of statewide energy efficiency rebate programs like Energy Upgrade California, mortgage options, disclosure regulations and lending programs (203K, Energy Efficiency Mortgages). Attract green-minded clients and provide added value to all your professional relationships.

 

 

What Course Should I Take?

 

Making Money Selling Green Homes is a 4-hour introductory course to the information you need to be your clients’ go-to resource for energy efficiency rebates, green lending practices, and credible green building standards.

 

Certified Green Real Estate Professional is a comprehensive 2-day course that delves deeper into the material introduced in “Making Money Selling Green Homes.” You’ll learn the basics of California’s energy efficiency standards and Whole-House program, how to identify a home’s green features, and much more. With this certification, you’ll also be listed in Build It Green’s directory of certified professionals, which receives over 2,500 searches per month.