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April 2018

Green April Webinar

NAHB Data and Effectively Collaborating with Builders

During the April webinar, Michelle Dusseau Diller provided a deep dive into the data found in the National Association of Homebuilders’ (NAHB) 2017 SmartMarket Report: Trends in the Green Residential Market, published late last year. 

March Webinar

This Month's Tips: The Last Straw​

Heard about the no-straw movement? It’s estimated that 500 million straws are used – and disposed of – each day in the United States. They rank among the top 10 bits of marine debris, which affects both human and animal health. 

Green Sept 2016

Speed Learning for Clients

There’s nothing better than educated clients. The GRC’s Green Client Handouts – free with your GRC membership -- can help you get clients up to speed on green topics quickly. 

March 2018

NAR Appraisal

Webinar: Clearing Away Confusion about Green Appraisals​

Green appraisals routinely have been a hot topic in the NAR's Green Designation Networking Community on Facebook. Many GRC members have expressed frustration about not getting appraisers with green knowledge. Others deal with the challenge of not having comps for their listings with unique green features. 

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Popular Renewables, Smart Home Features for 2018

Fixr.com surveyed architects, builders, and designers to identify 2018 construction trends and what's important to homeowners and buyers. Here's what they said about renewables and smart and home features.