Sustainability Resources

The Real Estate industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries in the world accounting for:
30%
of total carbon dioxide
40%
of all energy
40%
of all raw materials
Our goal is to give you the resources you need to take sustainable action in improving, building, retrofitting and revamping your home. The impacts are real, the benefits significant, and the need critical. Join us in bringing sustainability home and creating a brighter future for all, starting with you.

Save money and do the world a favor!
Here's a list of Sustainability Initiatives in the area:

Energy Star Search Engine

Energy Efficient Products: appliances, electronics, lighting, building materials, etc.

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Materials Carbon Footprint Database

Material database used to assess carbon output of material production.

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Equipment Tax Credits for Primary Residences

Energy Star: Equipment tax credits for primary residences. Includes tax credits associated to residential energy property costs and energy efficient improvements that qualify for a tax credit. **new construction and rentals DO NOT apply must be an existing home AND their principal residence. EXPIRES December 31, 2021

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Nebraska FAQs

Is Nebraska a judicial or non-judicial state?

Non-Judicial

In a non-judicial foreclosure state, the lender does not need to go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be quicker and less expensive for the lender compared to a judicial foreclosure.
In a non-judicial foreclosure state, the lender does not need to go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be quicker and less expensive for the lender compared to a judicial foreclosure.

What is the process of closing on a property in Nebraska?

Title companies, lenders, real estate agents, and attorneys all conduct closings. Conveyance is by warranty deed. Mortgages and deeds of trust are the security instruments. Mortgage foreclosures require judicial proceedings and take about 6 months from the date of the first notice when they’re uncontested. Deeds of trust do not require judicial proceedings and take about 90 days. Nebraskans use ALTA policies and endorsements. Buyers and sellers split escrow and closing costs; sellers pay the state’s documentary taxes. Property taxes fall due April 1st and August 1st.

Property Taxes in Nebraska?

Due April 1st and August 1st

In Nebraska, does a property management company require a real estate broker's license?

YES. Key components of property management (renting, leasing and collecting rents) are considered real estate activities under existing Nebraska real estate licensing laws. If a property manager is going to lease, rent, list, collect rents, procure prospects or negotiate, assist, or offer to perform any of those acts, he or she will need a broker's license. A salesperson working under a broker may engage in such activities.

Are there any exceptions to the requirement that a property manager have a broker's license in Nebraska?

Yes. For example, on-site residential managers of apartment buildings are exempt if the leasing of the property is in connection with their employment. For more information about these and other Nebraska property management requirements and exceptions, please contact the Nebraska Real Estate Commission. Before hiring a property manager to manage your Nebraska rental property, you should always check that he or she is licensed appropriately. You can check the license status of Nebraska property managers at the Licensee and Applicant Information Search.

Do you need a broker's license to manage community associations in Nebraska?

NO. A broker's license is not required to manage community associations or condo associations in Nebraska.

Nebraska Real Estate Broker Requirements

Title companies, lenders, real estate agents, and attorneys all conduct closings. Conveyance is by warranty deed. Mortgages and deeds of trust are the security instruments. Mortgage foreclosures require judicial proceedings and take about 6 months from the date of the first notice when they’re uncontested. Deeds of trust do not require judicial proceedings and take about 90 days. Nebraskans use ALTA policies and endorsements. Buyers and sellers split escrow and closing costs; sellers pay the state’s documentary taxes. Property taxes fall due April 1st and August 1st.

Nebraska Real Estate Salesperson Requirements

Due April 1st and August 1st

How do property ownership transfers work in Nebraska?

Warranty deed

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