CE Live Course Calendar

Green is not a stagnant definition. Rather, practices…a philosophy of interconnected ideas and choices…resulting in reduced environmental impact. Green building techniques have been used for centuries. The modern green building movement began in the 1970s as a result of both oil price increases and the rise of the environmental movement.

This course provides you with a basic understanding of green attributes and lifestyles. It establishes a baseline of information and investigation, creates common terminology and resources for green building, and explores associated tax incentives.

Topics Include:

• Build Green New Mexico
• LEED
• Energy Star
• Sustainability
• Passive solar design
• Thermal solar
• Tax credits and rebates

Key Points:

• Understand the Build Green New Mexico levels
• Learn what Energy Star means
• Discuss the “green” philosophy
• Review the elements of a “green” home
• Differentiate passive solar and thermal solar
• Identify tax credits and rebates

Here are 20 cost-effective home improvements that add value and enjoyment for every homeowner.

Homeowners are spending more time and money on fixing up their homes than ever before. In fact, U.S. Census Bureau statistics indicate that maintentance and repairs make up about 30 percent of the expenditures. The other 70 percent is spent for alterations, major replacements, additions, and outside additions and alterations.

This is your guide to 20 home improvements that will maximize resale value. You will learn where the money goes in a typical remodeling job, as well as how much is spent on kitchen and bathroom remodeling, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and more. Discover tips and ideas to help you communicate with your clients and customers about value-added home improvements.

The course category is education.

Topics include:

• Trends in remodeling spending
• Setting spending priorities
• Maintenance and repairs
• Kitchen and bathroom remodeling
• Avoiding hidden mechanical costs
• Roofing and siding
• Window upgrades that save energy
• Environmental concerns
• Cost vs. value analysis

Solar Photo Voltaic (PV) are increasingly present in New Mexico homes. Does this represent value? Can this create difficulties for the transaction?

This course will familiarize you with the impact and potential pitfalls that Solar PV can have on a transaction.  Can Solar PV truly add value?  What must you address in your transactions to protect the public?

Topics Include:

• History of PV in New Mexico
• PV Value, Yes or No
• Questions to ask for listing and buyer brokers