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Expert Witness Testimony: The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisers in Legal Disputes

Boston Appraisal

In legal disputes, the accurate valuation of real estate can be pivotal, making real estate appraisers key expert witnesses. Their specialized knowledge and objective analysis provide crucial evidence that can shed light on complex issues, shape legal strategies, and underpin strong case arguments.

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Experts weigh in on whether seniors should get new mortgages: Bankrate

Housing Wire

Age information is collected at the time of origination, but only for Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) purposes. Seniors, even those of advanced age, are legally required to face the same qualification requirements as any other mortgage applicants. “I

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Celink files objection seeking dismissal of fees lawsuit

Housing Wire

Live Well Financial , which alleges that companies including Celink improperly paid property taxes before they became due without legal justification or notice. As Magistrate Judge Shields held, Shakespeare has no factual or legal relation to this matter,” Celink attorneys said in the filing.

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Opinion: Local MLS broker marketplaces, rules equitably advance American homeownership

Housing Wire

These virtual marketplaces provide efficiency, transparency and accurate information to facilitate home transactions. That requires real estate professionals to cooperate with each other by sharing pertinent information with competitors regarding the home and about the terms of a potential transaction.

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How the Ohio COVID-19 Tax Relief Reduces Your Commercial Property Value

The Robert Weiler Company

Regular property tax contests are valued as of January 1 of the tax year in question. For instance, those contesting their property taxes for the tax year 2020 will be contesting their property’s value as it existed on January 1, 2020. Getting Started With The Ohio Property Tax Contest Process.

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7 Strategies for real estate agents to slash taxes before year-end

Housing Wire

You may also deduct a portion of expenses for your home, such as rent , mortgage interest, property taxes , insurance, cleaning, and utilities, known as indirect office expenses. Check out Publication 463, Travel, Entertainment, Gift, and Car Expenses , for more information on vehicle deductions.

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The Top Benefits of Getting a Residential Appraisal in Toronto

Appraisal Hub

They consider various factors like location, property condition, and recent sales of similar properties to provide a reliable valuation. Informed Decision-Making for Sellers and Buyers: Whether you’re selling or buying a home in Toronto, an appraisal gives you a solid foundation for negotiation. is a wise choice.