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Theresa Coleman Receives NAR's GREEN Designation
Posted on June 27, 2009Theresa Coleman, Sales Associate, of ERA Landmark Western Land, has received the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR.
Theresa Coleman achieved the prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of coursework designed specifically for REALTORS®. The courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of industry experts from across the country; ensuring designees gain comprehensive knowledge of green homes and buildings and issues of sustainability in relation to real estate. They were trained in understanding what makes a property green, helping clients evaluate the cost/benefits of green building features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and helping consumers see a property's green potential.
NAR's Green Designation was developed in response to growing consumer awareness of the benefits of resource-efficient homes and buildings. The designation helps consumers who care about energy efficiency and sustainable building practices identify REALTORS(c) who can help them realize their green real estate and lifestyle goals. As a NAR Green Designee, Theresa Coleman has gained the knowledge and the tools necessary to become a trusted green resource for Livingston.