Alternative Housing in Taos
There may not be a perfect world, but there is a Greater World. A world with no utility bills and no lawn mowers. An affordable world. A world with fresh air and soft rainwater. A world that respects individuals and the earth. A world of sunshine and flowers. Greater World is the first self-sufficient, off the grid, earthship community in the world. Earthships combine state of the art solar technology with age old adobe and rammed earth as well as the by-products of our society (tires, glass bottles, cans, etc.) to create unique dwellings with all the comforts of home. Lots start at $25,000. Earthship finished homes start at $160 per Sq. ft. Located on 633 acres of scenic high desert, Greater World is a great escape or great alternative to ho-hum housing.
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Buying Land and New Construction >Building With Help From Brokers
Did you know that, for no additional cost, you can be represented by a real estate broker in conjunction with purchasing a home from a builder? Homebuilders are accustomed to working with real estate brokers and often their commission is already covered in their marketing and promotion costs.
A broker can provide objectivity and guidance in designing your home and help you select amenities that will lead to a more advantageous resale. He or she can help coordinate the sale of your present home and the closing of the new one.
Many brokers offer guaranteed home sale programs so that when your new home is finished, the real estate company will buy your previous home at a pre-agreed price to prevent you from owning two homes at one time; and can usually arrange the occupancy agreeable to all parties. Take advantage of using your real estate broker in conjunction with building your new home at no additional cost.
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What kind of home construction is considered to be the safest in seismic areas?
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Straw-bale homes in seismic zones have proven resilient enough to withstand the shock of earthquakes. |
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