Is your Realtor® Green?
April 22nd, 2009 by Allison JordanEarth Day is inspiring Realtors® nationwide to obtain the Green Designation created by the National Association of REALTORS®.
The program is designed to help Realtors®:
- Understand what makes a property green
- Explain to clients and customers the cost benefits of green building features and practices
- Distinguish between industry rating and classification systems
- List and market green homes and buildings
- Discuss the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners
- Guide buyers in purchasing resource-efficient homes
To earn the Green Designation, Realtors® must complete 18 hours of coursework. Realtors® attending the NAR mid-year conference in Washington, D.C., can register for the Green Designation courses. For more information, visit NAR’s Green Designation website.

