Buying a Green Home

If you are just starting your home search, consider buying a home that embodies the key green principles

efficient use of energy,
water, and resources,
high indoor-air quality,
and is in a “livable” community

Green homes are not only more cost-effective in the long-run, they also are healthier and more durable than the standard home. The first step to finding a green home is ensuring that the house you’re interested in is built to green standards.  The National Association of Home Builders, advises, Find out if the builder is a member of his or her local home-building association’s green building program.