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Closing on a House: Settlement Tips for Home Sellers

Realtor

As a seller, here’s what you need to know about the settlement process. If the appraisal comes in higher than the sales price, then the buyers can relax in the satisfaction they’ve purchased a home for less than its market value. Once the contract has been signed, a seller can’t renegotiate the price higher.

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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in King County

Will Springer Realtor

Residential property is assessed each year at its full market value, which is defined as the amount a buyer, willing but not obligated to buy, would pay to a seller willing but not obligated to sell. A large part of each property tax dollar goes to pay off construction bonds for school buildings and other public projects.

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Financing Options for First-Time Homeowners

Eppraisal

Here’s what you need to qualify for a loan, plus the rundown on five financing choices. Qualification Requirements Home loan requirements vary, but lenders generally look at your debt-to-income ratio, creditworthiness and loan-to-value ratio. Study all your options to make your finances manageable over the long term.

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How Residential Real Estate Appraisers Can Benefit and Help Accountants Do Their Job

Birmingham Appraisal

Their expertise goes beyond helping buyers and sellers determine accurate market value. Determining Asset Values for Financial Reporting Enhancing Financial Accuracy with Appraisals Accurate financial reporting is essential for businesses and individuals alike.

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26 Reasons to Get an Appraisal

Realvals

By providing an unbiased estimate of a property’s value, an appraisal ensures that you know the real value of your property. Estate planning, property tax appeals, divorces, and gifting, are some of the many others. Estate Taxes In some cases, local laws may require appraisals for estate tax purposes.

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8 Home Appraisal Cost Factors in BC: What You Need to Know

D Fritz Appraisals

A home appraisal is a key part of the financing portion of any new or refinanced mortgage or loan agreement. A home appraisal is a legal document that determines fair market value for a property. It is something most financial institutions will insist on before releasing funds.

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Why Do Home Appraisals Cost so Much?

AmeriMac

Before buyers and sellers complete their purchasing, refinancing, or selling process, they must get an appropriate home evaluation. An appropriate appraisal is critical for securing financing. Typically banks only issue a loan up to the fair market value of a house. How Much Does a Home Appraisal Cost?