Housing Wire

MARCH 11, 2024

By investing in education now, you’ll be ready to capitalize on a potential market rebound and set your agency apart from the competition. State Title Associations and State Bar Associations provide vital continuing education for title and real property professionals, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations and mandates.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 17, 2024

Invest in a Home Warranty Ensuring that your home’s HVAC system is functioning optimally is essential for maintaining a comfortable living environment and efficient energy use. If you’re a real property appraiser in Ohio, check us out! Popular home renovations vary depending on individual preferences and lifestyles.

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DataMaster

JUNE 15, 2023

The purchase of real property for the purpose of investment is not new. Some transactions are considered long-term investments, to live in and accrue equity. Or, a home may be purchased for its income potential, with the purpose of renting the property to a tenant. What do short-term rentals mean for appraisers?

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Simonson Real Estate

JUNE 16, 2021

The role of the appraiser is to provide objective, impartial, and unbiased opinions about the value of real property—providing assistance to those who own, manage, sell, invest in, and/or lend money on the security of real estate. Again, greater transparency leads to more accuracy. Regards, Mitchell Simonson, MAI.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 12, 2023

Weigh Whether You Should Invest in a Home Warranty. When it comes to investing in a home warranty, there are several factors to consider. Research your new state, look at the local costs, review housing prices, consider investing in a home warranty, and write a business plan if you’re planning on starting a business.

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Simonson Real Estate

JULY 10, 2020

An appraisal is an objective, impartial, and unbiased opinion about the value of real property prepared by a State Licensed or Certified professional appraiser. Appraisers assemble a series of facts, statistics, and other information regarding specific properties, analyze this data and develop opinions of value. Value Scenarios.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The appraiser’s role is to provide arm’s length, third-party, neutral, and impartial opinions about the value of a real property and provide assistance to those who own, manage, sell, invest in, or lend money on real estate. As appraisers’ we assemble facts, statistics, and other information on a specific property.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Below, we explore why it’s a good idea to buy land in Ohio; the benefits of buying land to build a house or business; and we even detail some alternatives to buying real property… from your couch, if you’re not ready to buy land for sale! Is Buying Land a Good Investment in Ohio in 2022?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2022

What people rarely talk about are things that can decrease property value. Always keep in mind that your Ohio home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. The added value to your home could be worth the small investment and just the relief from stress you’ll get could be worth it alone. Final thoughts.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Is buying land a good investment in Ohio? Commercial real estate investors specializing in land development are taking advantage of this wise investment opportunity. Buying land for sale in Ohio to develop upon can be a profitable investment and help you build your commercial real estate portfolio. Typically, yes.

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DataMaster

JUNE 15, 2023

The purchase of real property for the purpose of investment is not new. Some transactions are considered long-term investments, to live in and accrue equity. Or, a home may be purchased for its income potential, with the purpose of renting the property to a tenant. What do short-term rentals mean for appraisers?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

Invest in comfortable furniture or decor, take time for meditation, yoga, or other mindfulness activities, explore nearby areas, and make your new space feel like a sanctuary to reduce stress and anxiety. While this article was not about real property or appraising, appraisers do help people who are relocating. Sage advice!

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2022

Instead, they have opted to finance manufactured homes that more closely resemble site-built homes, are titled as real property and cost much more. Freddie Mac has sought to educate borrowers on options to convert chattel financing to real property. But his firm is not only waiting for the GSEs.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

At the county level, the Uniform Law Commission in 2004 promulgated the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act (URPERA), representing a model statutory framework to provide county clerks and recorders the authority to accept electronic recording of real property instruments. To date, 37 states and U.S.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

If your priority is to finish your 90 hours of class time feeling prepared for your role in the real estate profession, then Career Launcher’s weekly live webinar, career-focused tips, tools, and processes make Kaplan worth the investment. Those two courses are: Washington Real Estate Fundamentals (60 course hours).

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This approach is completed typically for income properties, such as multi-family homes or homes being used as investment properties, or in areas where many of the homes that are similar to the one being appraised are being used as investment properties. When completing an appraisal, there may be four values.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 31, 2021

As real property appraisers look ahead to the new year, we wanted to know where they plan to focus their efforts and what they will strive to achieve. If you, too, see retirement on the horizon, here are some useful resources designed specifically with appraisers in mind: Investment Tips: How to Grow Your Retirement Savings.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Many advances have been made over the years to enhance techniques for developing real property valuations. Forty plus years ago I was taught to use building residual techniques to develop investment property valuations. Where does one go to question or clarify AVMs?

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Simonson Real Estate

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Our goal is helping our clients make sound investment decisions and solve real estate problems to achieve their financial and business goals. Understanding the perspectives of the appraiser and bank appraisal review department helps lenders communicate with the borrower at the onset of the real estate financing process.

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Eppraisal

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Owning raw land has real potential along with its share of pitfalls. Whether you decide to hold it and sell when real property values climb or -- alternatively -- develop the lot to convey at a higher price, you are subject to forces of market, timing and competition. Success depends on when, where and how you sell.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Since the real estate market impacts the work of real property appraisers, demand for appraisers can fluctuate from year to year. The thinning of appraiser ranks, however, is sweet for newbies entering the field and experienced appraisers considering investing more time and money into upgrading their qualifications.

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Real Quantum

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Have good moral character; Be a Certified General Real Property Appraiser (or meet equivalency). Hold bachelor’s degree or higher (or be a Certified General Real Property Appraiser). Invest in Tools and Processes that Increase Productivity and Quality.

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Property Metrics

DECEMBER 10, 2021

To minimize or defer the tax bill when selling investment real estate, investors commonly use what’s known as a 1031 or Like Kind Exchange. In addition, the replacement property must be within the United States and “held for productive use in a trade or business or for investment.” . How to do a 1031 Exchange.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JANUARY 2, 2021

Essentially, a land contract is an alternative financing option if you’re investing in: Farmland or raw land. As such, some investors that purchase Ohio property for sale for the purpose of flipping consider offering a land contract for their real property. What is a land contract in Ohio, really? Multifamily housing.

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Real Quantum

JUNE 8, 2022

Furthermore, it’s not just a credential; it’s an indication that the member has invested heavily in their career and personal growth, and that they’ve taken steps to improve their knowledge and skills. These skills aren’t simply in one area of expertise, either. This is a 6-hour course available to attend via the AI website.

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Simonson Real Estate

JUNE 22, 2020

Valbridge provides independent valuation and powerful insights to help clients make the best business and investment decisions. We specialize in appraisals, market studies and litigation support on all types of real property. With more than 675 employees in over 70 locations, clients across the U.S.

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McKissock

JULY 2, 2021

I am wanting to learn more about the initial investment of installation vs. the return on the investment and further analysis of the contributory value this energy efficient feature has on the residential market.” One thing we recently learned is about real property vs personal property.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Topics include: Real estate license law, agency, contracts, real property, ownership, taxes, water law, land development and zoning, deeds and title transfer, escrow and settlement, fair housing, leases & more AZ Contract Writing Course: 6 hrs of required instruction.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Over the past several years, the single largest source of business for real property appraisers has been residential mortgage lending, specifically mortgage refinances. We can attract real talent if we provide technology to support leadership, marketing, sales, management, finance, technology, and client success,” he concludes.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Valbridge provides independent valuation and powerful insights to help clients make the best business and investment decisions. We specialize in appraisals, market studies and litigation support on all types of real property. With more than 675 employees in over 70 locations, clients across the U.S.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Every appraiser is familiar with the terms “marketing time” and “exposure time,” but it’s not always clear why and how these are developed in everyday assignments when developing an opinion of market value of real property. Are you investing in yourself and your career? WHAT does each concept mean? HOW are the analyses done?

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McKissock

AUGUST 13, 2021

Secondly, the appraiser is likely familiar with the local real estate contract forms, customary terms, and conditions of real estate transactions in the area, and might be able to identify irregularities and comment on them. Free Download: Are you investing in yourself and your career?

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McCarthy Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

The two basic licenses are Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser and Certified General Real Property Appraiser. Assess the appraiser’s experience with your property type. If you are planning to list a three-bedroom bungalow for sale, look for candidates with expertise in that kind of property.

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Boston Appraisal

JUNE 24, 2019

This dichotomy between the perceived value of the property and the one reflected in the appraisal can lead to many issues when selling or refinancing. Let’s explore how solar panels and other green features add value to real property. Solar Panels and Other Green Features Are a Good Investment.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2023

According to several reputable schools accredited by the IDFPR, the pass rate is approximately 75% for those taking the Illinois real estate broker exam for the first time. [4] 75% is the score you’ll need the first time around to be eligible for your Illinois license How long does it take to get a real estate license in Illinois?

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Will Springer Realtor

AUGUST 2, 2022

EASEMENTS: An irrevocable right to use some part of another person’s real property for a particular purpose. Most easements are routine, in which a utility company needs access to the property to maintain service of its electricity, water or internet. Consult with a financial advisor and/or lawyer to get the right answers.).

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Real Estate Law: Covers Real Estate Law and Legal areas Impacting real estate professionals Examine the law of agency as applied to real estate brokers and sales personnel, law of fixtures, estates, mortgages and liens, OH license laws of Ohio, zoning & more. Ohio real estate is one of the best investments around.

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