ENERGY STAR HOMES are independently verified by a Home Energy Rater (HERS Rater) and are approximately 20% more energy efficient than an identical home built at the same location but to the 2004 IECC basic standards.

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ENERGY STAR homes also qualify for Energy Efficiency Mortgages provided by all the government backed mortgages, Fannie and Freddie. This type of mortgage basically credits potential buyers with the reduced monthly operating costs of the building allowing them to qualify for a larger loan amount for these homes.