Tap into the Green Real Estate Buzz at NAR Annual

November 9, 2011 | 4:12 pm

Green is coming– like it or not, it is going to be the way of the future once our housing market recovers. You can be ahead of the wave that’s coming or behind it. Luckily, there are multiple opportunities to build your green repertoire at this year’s conference and expo. Even if you can’t make it keep reading as there are presentation materials available online.

Friday 11/11

08:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Energy: New Approaches and Challenges for the Future: Land Use, Property Rights and Environment Forum Convention Center, Room 303A

Experts provide participants with a broad overview of the country’s energy sources, and the challenges that face our energy future. They will discuss the various approaches the country may take to supply our energy needs related to fuel mix, sources, role of alternative and renewables vs. traditional power sources, the role of government vs. the private sector and how these various approaches may impact consumers, property owners and the larger economy. A portion of the forum time will be allocated to the always popular Town Hall meeting that allows participants to highlight issues of concern occurring in their communities.

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

An Update on the Greening of the MLS, Lenders & Appraisers
Convention Center, Room 209A Presentation materials are available here.

Experts will enlighten you on the successes, failures, and ongoing battles in leading the movement towards the greening of MLS groups, lenders and the appraisal communities. Hear the latest developing news and statistics about these important components to the green building process. By arming yourself with this current and crucial information, you will then know what you can do to help.

Sat. 11/12

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

New Tricks for Older Homes: The Latest Resources Convention Center, Room 209A

Seize new opportunities with knowledge of how emerging resources, incentives and advice can make older homes more appealing in today’s market. Familiarize yourself with the programs, financial resources and opportunities that are already working for colleagues and their buyers and sellers. Discover ways to use energy efficient modeling, power saver loans and other innovations to improve the quality of an existing house and generate sales advantages for your sellers and saving for your buyers.

Sun. 11/13

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Top Ten Lead Generation Tips for the Green Market Anaheim Convention Center, Room 209A

We will identify and explain the value of the top ten to-dos when it comes to generating business in the green market. The discussion will include ideas for developing a green business plan, effective networking, resources for developing your knowledge base, marketing techniques and more. What has worked for us, what has not worked and new ideas will make for an idea filled, interactive discussion.

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

EverGreen Networking and Award Reception (Ticketed Event) Location: Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa, Sorrel Room

Congratulate new GREEN Designees and mingle with colleagues. The event is FREE to NAR’s Green REsource Council Members and NAR’s Green Designees and $25 for Non-Members. To attend the GRC EverGreen Awards and Networking Reception click here.

The Green REsource Council and an independent panel chose four outstanding GRC members to be honored this year. They are Evan Little, Melisa Camp, Bill Costley, and the New York State Association of REALTOR®, Inc. The EverGreen Award winners exemplify what the GRC is all about. Winners have been dedicated to advancing the green industry, they’re committed to education, they stay on top of the latest green research and science, and each day they embrace sustainable practices in their work and life.

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