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Personal Inspection Demystified

Walitt Solutions

“Personal inspection” might mean many things to the ordinary “man on the street.” ” But to an appraiser, users of appraisal services, and regulatory agencies in the valuation space, “personal inspection” takes on a very specific meaning. exploring the inside of buildings).

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Should Property Data Collectors Be Licensed?

Appraiserblogs

Should “property data collectors” who inspect properties and provide information to real estate appraisers be licensed by state appraiser boards? The legislator behind the bill happens to be an appraiser. appeared on Appraisers Blogs.

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How to Become a Supervisory Appraiser

McKissock

As an experienced appraiser, there are many reasons you may decide to take on a trainee. property inspections), or prepare for retirement. Whatever the reason, supervisors play an essential role in the training and development of future appraisers. In this post, we outline how to become a supervisory appraiser.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

NAR Member Survey on Data Collectors Excerpts: In May 2023, NAR surveyed its members pertaining to data collectors in the appraisal process. Brokers followed with 24%, and appraisal-certified professionals comprised 14% of the respondents. I am working on an article on Hybrid Appraisals for the November issue of Appraisal Today.

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4 Key Disclosures and Disclaimers for Hybrid Appraisal Reports

McKissock

There are numerous items to consider when deciding whether to accept or complete a hybrid or bifurcated appraisal assignment. Here, we explain four key disclosures and disclaimers to consider including in a hybrid appraisal report. The scope of work must disclose the extent the property was inspected.

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How to Become a Property Appraiser

McKissock

There are many opportunities for new real estate appraisers entering the profession today. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that job growth for appraisers between 2019–2029 will be 3%, which is on pace for all occupations. What’s it like to be an appraiser? Free Download: Is an appraisal career right for you?

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Why Do People Choose a Real Estate Appraisal Career?

McKissock

There are an estimated 75,100 licensed appraisers in the U.S., People decide to launch a real estate appraisal career because they’re following in a family member’s footsteps or they’re intent on building a career in a field they love, as well as one that pays well and has a flexible schedule. according to the U.S.