According to the National Association of Home Builders:  High-end amenities were cited by 62% of buyers as being more important to them than available living space.  In other words, most people are more than willing to sacrifice that extra bedroom or go with a smaller living room in order to get their hands on the latest hi-tech gizmos like wireless home security and Wi-Fi controls for their utilities. Buyers also want style over substance, preferring French doors over regular doors, and they want luxuries like a double sink in the kitchen, and a hot tub and shower in the bathroom.  Consumers don’t see the need for laminate countertops.

How Energy Efficient is your home? 

Energy efficient homes are priority number one for the vast majority of buyers. The NAHB found that Energy-star appliances are essential number one in the eyes of many buyers, followed by energy efficient laundry rooms.

Take the on-line survey at www.energytrust.org.  Energy Trust of Oregon offers ca$h incentives for energy efficient upgrades to your home.

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) offers rebates and programs for upgrading your homes energy efficiency.  Go to www.eweb.org/saveenergy/home/rebates

Melissa McGuire

Certified Residentail Specialist       Earth Advantage S.T.A.R. Certified, EcoBroker Certified

Employee Relocation Council Certified, Graduate Realtor Institute, Real Estate Broker, State of Oregon

Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource  melissamcguire@prurep.com