Hi Kellen,

I have such an earth berm home listed right now (see link below). Local banks may loan money on these homes but it is considered a non-conventional loan.

For expert advice on home loans, I would suggest you get pre-qualified and ask questions through Bob Buchanan at 785-979-1073.

As to the value, an earth contact home has tremendous utility savings value, lower exterior maintenance value, lower value when it comes to re-sell on down the road due to difficulty in getting a non-conforming loan
over a conventional loan.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.

Thanks and "Don't keep me a secret--I'm never too busy for your referrals!"
Rob (FREE Home Warranty and FREE Home Values Report with every home you buy or sell through me!!)
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Very difficult to finance. You can get a loan, but not easy to finance. Peter Lindner- Valley Inc., Realtors
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