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Real estate appraisals: What agents should know

Housing Wire

Appraisals are required for homes financed with any type of mortgage. This will help you set a realistic price and manage your sellers’ expectations. For appraisals that are low, a seller may want to get a second appraisal. At this point, an estimated market value is generated. Why are appraisals important?

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. Going for an as-is home sale eliminates the need for a lengthy renovation process. Moreover, buyers sometimes prefer to renovate the home according to their taste.

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The Housing Market Has Become Like the Pymatuning Spillway

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

So many visitors have stopped by over the years, that they renovated the area to make it more visitor friendly, with better parking and a nicer observation area. Within the past couple of weeks, I have appraised several properties for purchases, where my opinion of the market value of these homes was significantly below the contract price.

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Understanding Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales: Insights for Real Estate Agents

Birmingham Appraisal

Appraisals provide an objective assessment of a property’s worth, ensuring accurate market value and facilitating successful transactions. Condition: The overall condition of a property, including its structural integrity, maintenance, and any necessary repairs or renovations, affects its appraisal value.

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Just Put in an Offer on a Home? Here's What to Expect

Eppraisal

The seller can reject your bid, make a counteroffer or accept your original proposal. Your response depends on how the seller replies. If the Seller Rejects Your Offer The seller may deny your home purchase offer for various reasons. Your offer will only become legally binding if the seller signs it.

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4 Reasons to Sell Your Property at an Auction

Glascock Company

While there are plenty of benefits to both, there is one alternative that could flip the sale faster and without much stress on you as the seller. Auctions are one of the most expedient ways to sell real estate (both commercial and residential) while still allowing the seller to maintain total control over the transaction.

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5 Negotiation Secrets Smart Buyers Use to Get Better Deals

Berkshire Hathaway

Are you looking for a move-in ready rental property or are you willing to consider a home that requires renovations? Setting a budget from the onset will allow you to negotiate more effectively since the property seller will understand what exactly you can afford. Assess the Seller’s Motivation. Set Your Budget.

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