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Over the last several years, REEF has been asked to look into various "green" consruction materials, systems, and techniques. Often times, after intense research, consultation with experts, and a common sense assessment, we have found that although many of these products and concepts are innovative, environmentally responsible, and efficient, many of them are still unproven, and the ultimate decision comes down to cost and return on investment. See this article from Investopedia regarding assessing green residential construction http://www.investopedia.com/articles/mortgages-real-estate/10/green-home.asp#axzz1fC1HRKks
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Whether you are thinking of remodeling, renovating or building new, the biggest hurdle for most is the cost of construction. Planning your project is a delicate balancing act between what you want in your home and what you need, and somewhere between those two limits is where you will want to add up. Often times, people come in with a concept only to find out that they can't afford it. How do you avoid this? Planning!!. Working with a team of professionals who know design, construction, permitting and costs allows the consumer to set realistic expectations, budgets and goals. Our suggestion is to find out what you can afford to spend, and then tailor a project to achieve goals that are within that budget. Construction costs, although stable in many respects have changed, especially in the coastal areas of Massachusetts.. See our article for more information on Current and Future Construction Costs
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