Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Suzanne K. Ashley

Chase Morgan Associates Real Estate

1108 Brandon Ave

Roanoke, VA 24015

540.355.6029

LOCAL REALTOR^® ACHIEVES

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^® GREEN DESIGNATION

July 24, 2009

Roanoke, VA– Suzanne K. Ashley with Chase Morgan Associates Real Estate has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS^®’ (NAR’s) Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR.

Suzanne achieved this prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of course work designed specifically for REALTORS^®. The courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of industry experts from across the country; ensuring designees gain comprehensive knowledge of green homes and buildings and issues of sustainability in relation to real estate.

More specifically, Suzanne was trained in understanding what makes a property green, helping clients evaluate the cost/benefits of green building features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and helping consumers see a property’s green potential.

“As energy costs rise along with concern for the environment, homeowners are looking for innovative ways to save money and live responsibly,” said Dick Gaylord, NAR’s immediate past president. NAR’s Green Designation was developed in response to growing consumer awareness of the benefits of resource-efficient homes and buildings. The designation helps consumers who care about energy efficiency and sustainable building practices identify REALTORS^® who can help them realize their green real estate and lifestyle goals.

As an NAR Green Designee, Suzanne has gained the knowledge and the tools necessary to become a trusted green resource for the Roanoke Valley. For more information about Suzanne K. Ashley please visit http://Suzanne.ChaseMorganAssociates.com or Suzanne@ChaseMorganAssociates.com.

For more information about NAR’s newest designation, visit www.greenresourcecouncil.org

Cave Spring Makes Money's Top 100 List of Places to Live in 2009

89. Cave Spring, VA

WINNER

Top 100 rank: 89
Population: 25,300
Compare Cave Spring to Top 10 Best Places

Cave Spring is a slow-paced, family-oriented community adjacent to the city of Roanoke, a bustling industrial hub. Carillion Health Care, Advance Auto Parts, GE, Toshiba, and ITT have large operations in the area. Virginia Tech is less than an hour away, and several high-tech companies have a presence here too.

Cave Spring has a temperate four-season climate, so there are recreation opportunities year round. For hiking and biking, the Appalachian Trail isn't far, and there's skiing in the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains. --N.A.

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