Lib Dem's idea of 'Energy Mortgages'

Investing in eco-friendly technology and choosing energy from renewable sources is going to be a great way to ensure your house stands out from the rest and appeals to future buyers," said Sophie Neary, product director of BeatThatQuote.com.

“The Lib Dem’s proposals of an ‘energy mortgage’ will certainly help facilitate home-owners to live a more energy-efficient life. While government grants have so far enabled people to afford the steep expenses of installing solar panels, the introduction of an ‘energy mortgage’ could certainly help the average home-owner make adequate improvements that will see their energy bills considerably fall, while their property value rises.

“Houses run on renewable power are going to be in great demand if traditional fuel prices keep rising but beyond that, it's becoming very desirable to flaunt your green credentials. Once it was enough to have a hand built kitchen, now everyone wants to know that the wood came from sustainable forests. Going green is definitely becoming the new black."