Obama Proposes Cash for Caulking
President Obama proposed a program Tuesday that would reimburse home owners for installing energy-efficient appliances, windows, and insulation.
Under what has been dubbed “Cash for Caulking,” home owners would get a 50 percent rebate on items like energy-efficient air conditioners, heating systems, washing machines and dryers, refrigerators, replacement windows, and insulation up to $12,000, meaning a household could spend $24,000 and get $12,000 back. There will likely be no income restrictions.
Steve Nadel, director at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, who is helping to craft the legislation, says they are contemplating having contractors or retailers pay part of the cost upfront to ease the need for home owners to come up with lots of cash.
Source: CNNMoney.com (12/08/2009)
American Building and Realty Association Announces Partnership with EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Program
November 20, 2009 the American Building and Realty Association today announced a fundamental commitment to protect the environment by becoming an ENERGY STAR Partner. ABRA, through its voluntary partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, will work to improve energy efficiency and fight global warming. ABRA believes that a strategic, corporate energy management program will help us enhance its financial health and aid in preserving the environment for future generations.
Bill Mazar Executive Director of ABRA in partnership with ENERGY STAR, ABRA will:
- Measure and track the energy performance of its organization’s facilities where possible by using tools such as those offered through ENERGY STAR;
- Develop and implement a plan consistent with the ENERGY STAR Energy Management Guidelines to achieve energy savings;
- Help spread the word about the importance of energy efficiency to its staff and community;
- Support the ENERGY STAR Challenge, a national call-to-action to help improve the energy efficiency of America’s commercial and industrial buildings by 10 percent or more;
- Highlight its achievements with recognition offered through ENERGY STAR.
"ENERGY STAR partners such as the American Building and Realty Association are leading the fight against global warming by improving the efficiency of their buildings and facilities," said Jean Lupinacci, chief of EPA’s ENERGY STAR Commercial and Industrial branch. "We applaud these efforts to help protect our global environment for generations to come."
ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. Today, the ENERGY STAR label can be found on more than 60 different kinds of products, new homes, and commercial and industrial buildings. Products and buildings that have earned the ENERGY STAR designation prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. Last year alone, Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR, saved about $19 billion on their energy bills while reducing the greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 29 million vehicles.
For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 1-888-STAR-YES.
ABOUT The American Builder Realty Association; a National organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announce the certification of its newest members in Short Sales. WJ Mazar Executive Director of the American Builder and Reality Association stated that the Short Sale Certification is the first of its kind to address the needs of sales, construction, vendors and customer. Further he stated this certification with the approval of its Advisory Board makes it practical and beneficial for its members as they further their Real Estate and Home Building careers.
The American Builder Realty Association; a national organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
August 09-07 For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announces the joint agreement with OSHACampus in offering their members online training programs that help create a safer workplace and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and standards. OSHACampus caters to many sectors including industrial, construction, manufacturing, and educational sectors; and offers a wide range of courses covering various topics including OSHA Outreach, HAZWOPER, OSHA Train-the-Trainer, NFPA 70E, HACCP, Electrician Continuing Education and Canada-specific safety training. “This agreement reconfirms our commitment & mission in being the leader in providing education, to our members & assisting them in excelling in today’s competitive Homebuilding and Real Estate Environment” stated William Mazar Executive Director of ABRA.
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The American Builder Realty Association; a Jacksonville, FL based organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners in improving the Home Buying Experience.. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
July 16-07 For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announces the joint agreement with AgentCampus in offering their members the next generation of web-based compliance and e-learning solutions for all facets of the real estate transaction service industry powered by 360training. “This agreement reconfirms our commitment & mission in being the leader in providing education, to our members & assisting them in excelling in today’s competitive Homebuilding and Real Estate Environment” stated William Mazar Executive Director of ABRA.
AgentCampus™ will be offering ABRA members a complete catalog of self-paced, online continuing education and pre-licensing courses for real estate agents, title insurance agents, mortgage brokers, appraisers and home inspectors as well as a full suite of innovative e-learning management tools to help them achieve greater success.
The American Builder Realty Association; a National organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announce the endorsement of Do-Right The Plan with Lou Holz.
Lou Holtz discovered the power of positive thinking and setting goals. He tapped into his dreams and figured out exactly what he wanted. His list would become a guideline throughout life and a measuring stick of his success. Holtz's philosophy is that reaching for goals, chasing dreams and ideas encourages an individual to be a participant in life. The American Building and Realty Association is excited to offer its certified members the opportunity to hear Lou Holtz speak on Do Right - The Plan.
For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announce the appointment of WJ Mazar as executive Director. Mr. Mazar brings over 20 years of New Home Building and Realty experience to guide ABRA to the first of its kind organization to bring Real Estate, Home builders, Vendors and Homeowners together in one formal setting to discuss ways to improve the Customer Experience.
The American Builder Realty Association; a National Organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announce the newly formed advisory board. WJ Mazar Executive Director of the American Builder and Realty Association announced the appointments as the continue success and commitment of the Association to build an advisory board that brings current and retired executives of such industry leaders as Beazer Homes, Centex Homes, Pulte Homes, Prudential Reality, NVR, Home Depot, Morrison Homes together to focus on training our future leaders. Further Mr. Mazar stated "he is pleased and excited that its members will have such a respected and talented group of industry leaders to mentor from.
The American Builder Realty Association; a National organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
For immediate release: The American Builder and Realty Association announce the certification of its newest members in The Customer Experience. WJ Mazar Executive Director of the American Builder and Reality Association stated that the Customer Experience Certification is the first of its kind to address the needs of sales, construction, vendors and customer. Further he stated this certification with the approval of its Advisory Board makes it practical and beneficial for its members as they further their Real Estate and Home Building careers.
The American Builder Realty Association; a National Organization focuses on the training and certification of Home Builders, Realty Agents, Vendors and Homeowners. The association also assists members in building and storing online resumes, which are available to access by potential employers. For further information on the company or to become a member or find out more go to wwwABRAhome.org.
