Welcome to my website. It's not flashy, but it is loaded with tons of useful information for those who want to know more about environmental issues relating to making their homes safe, healthy and economical!
Alameda Green Exchange Presents
I organize and host monthly speaker presentations and a monthly environmental network event. The events are free and all are welcome. Send me your email address if you would like to be on the Presentation notifications list. I will not use your email for any other purpose. Let me know if there is a specific topic you would like to hear about and I'll try to get a good speaker. Previous topics: Green Architect, Solar Design Consultant, BioDiesel, StopWaste.org & Landscape Design. Experienced Agent: Serving satisfied clients since 1999. I combine my experience in local real estate, property appraisal, and construction with my passion to build relationships, match people & neighborhoods and improve the environment. Skilled in Working with First Time Homeowners: I educate and guide you in all aspects of selecting and purchasing a home. I help you obtain financing, search for your ideal home, make offers, negotiate contracts, fulfill and removing contract contingencies, as well as close the deal. Consistent Top Quality Service: I am professional, friendly and bring fun to the process of buying and selling a home. Whether you are buying or selling, I can guide you in making important decisions to increase the efficiency of your new home or how to add value to the house that you're selling. Sustainability is my Priority - Minimize paper usage: duplex printing, use of email, electronic transaction management systems, etc.
- Recycle pretty much all my office materials.
- Buy recycled content paper.
- 80% of my energy usage comes from renewable sources.
- Partner with architects, designers and builders who specialize in green building and remodeling
- Certified EcoBroker® trained in environmental strategies and tools for real estate professionals.
- Certified Alameda County Green Business
- Member Build it Green
- Member Sustainable Business Alliance
- Member Bike Alameda
Referrals to Other Green Professionals: I refer to some of the best professionals available, and when possible they share our green values too. i.e. Building Contractors, Plumbers, Materials Suppliers, and more. As you can see, I'm not your average Realtor®.
I strive for excellence, going above and beyond what you would expect from a Realtor, providing you with the best service possible.
Whether you're Buying or Selling, I can help you make the Right Choices. |
At Your Service
Pat Colburn 510-919-6169
Check out the my EcoBroker®, Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Links. You may be amazed how easily you can save money, improve your personal well being and the Environment at the same time. |