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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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Consider These Factors Before Buying Land In 2023

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Land ownership comes with legal obligations which can change quite a lot depending on where you are buying land. Before you purchase anything, consider the legal implications, including property taxes, zoning laws, environmental regulations, and permits required for your intended use. What are the local regulations?

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3 Things An Appraisal Should Tell You That You May Not Know

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

With the massive amount of technology available to anyone who can access the internet, you might wonder why bother getting a real property appraisal? With a few quick online searches, in most areas, you can find the parcel number, legal description, and even some potentially comparable sales. Isn’t that all that appraisers do?

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The Value of Words in Valuation

Appraisal Buzz

As a minimum basis, a real property appraisal report written for the government sponsored entities (GSEs) and agencies are what USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) refers to as Appraisal Reports. Standard 2 is the specific standard that addresses the reporting of appraisals.

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Navigating Property Division in Divorce: The Crucial Role of Appraisals

Boston Appraisal

Divorces are difficult and stressful processes that involve many legal and financial issues. One of the most important and complex aspects of divorce procedures is dividing the marital property, especially the family home. Appraisals are customized and tailored to the specific property and its features.

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Exposing Occupational Licensing Abuses Nationwide

Appraiserblogs

Her experience as a licensed real property appraiser in West Virginia turned out to be the perfect training ground for the study of public corruption, restraint of trade and government overreach. Are Bifurcated Appraisals Legal in Your State? Lately there has been a push for bifurcated (hybrid) appraisal products.

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The Role of Appraisals in Property Disputes: A Comprehensive Guide for Lawyers

Boston Appraisal

Property disputes can come in many forms: from squabbles between neighbors about boundary lines to legal battles in a divorce proceeding over shared assets. In these situations, a property appraisal can be an indispensable tool in the lawyer’s arsenal.