Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is a detailed report that helps real estate agents evaluate and determine the market value of a property. A CMA report includes information on similar, comparable properties in the area, including recent sales, active listings and current market trends.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 5, 2024

Home renovations can completely transform your living spaces, turning outdated rooms into modern, functional areas that reflect your style and meet your needs. In addition to the joy and comfort these changes bring into your daily life, renovations can also significantly increase your home’s market value.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

Could being located next to a property that is an eye-sore cause a loss in market value to your home? Part of our work as appraisers is to consider whether situations like this are influencing the market value of the home we are appraising. Of course, that’s not the same as market value.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 30, 2021

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. This fish phenomenon reminds me of the housing market today. As soon as homes hit the market, they often sell in days, with numerous offers that usually bid the list price up.

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Boston Appraisal

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

This article provides an insight into the appraisal process of historical properties, emphasizing the role of market data, potential buyers, specialized databases, appraisal methods, and the significant impact of preservation restrictions. However, it may lack the historical significance that often adds value to preserved properties.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (Neighborhood Homes) would begin addressing these challenges by developing or renovating 125,000 affordable homes in economically distressed communities. This cost gap all-too-often prevents the renovation of affordable houses that need a great deal of work.

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Housing Wire

JULY 21, 2021

“The first house I rehabbed last year, it was a house that had fire damage in the kitchen, and it was just kind of an eyesore on a nice quiet street,” said McCormick, who said she purchased the home for $25,000 and then put $65,000 into renovations before selling to an owner-occupant buyer for $134,000. “It of the 2021 estimated market value.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 4, 2022

The business started buying homes in a few southern markets such as Orlando, Florida, and Birmingham, Alabama, and recently moved into Midwest markets including Indianapolis. billion market value. billion market value. The company plans to expand into additional markets in 2022.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

A growing pre-foreclosure market While it’s hard to quantify the prevalence of such predatory behavior, the opportunity for it is growing as the pre-foreclosure market grows. These institutional buyers purchased pre-foreclosure properties for 30% below estimated after-repair market value on average.

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Birmingham Appraisal

MAY 21, 2024

I have found that the school system is the biggest driver of property values in the Birmingham, Alabama market. These features can significantly enhance the desirability and therefore the value of a property. Condition and Age of the Property The age and condition of a home directly impact its market value.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

One big one is their Zestimate’s inaccuracy at predicting market value, and more specifically, they were relying on their own Zestimates to make important decisions like buying & selling homes. They are excellent at marketing. Just think how much more difficult it would have been to flip in a declining market.”

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

(MLS) We use it to find homes that are comparable to the ones we are valuing, to determine what buyers are paying for similar homes. I have read some comments in the MLS, that state that a home had been completely renovated. However, when I looked at the photos, the home may have not been renovated.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 25, 2023

Having had our kitchen gutted and remodeled a couple of years ago, I can honestly say that I had not thought about this question before our renovation. Also, if you are planning on doing a complete gut renovation of your kitchen, it is best to go for a larger dumpster, as the amount of debris generated will be significant.

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Simonson Real Estate

DECEMBER 6, 2022

In 2022, Simonson Appraisals completed a steady stream of financing assignments with planned new construction or significant proposed renovations. On several occasions, we were presented information about construction or renovation plans well after the initial assignment was started. Clarify What Value or Values are Needed.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Inspecting the interior of the home is a priority in an accurate appraisal, as doing so verifies any renovations completed within the home. However, the appraiser can still get a good idea of a home’s value if they’re unable to get inside. At this point, an estimated market value is generated.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 25, 2021

What is the primary reason a newly built home has a higher market value than the same home that is older? Simply stated, it is loss in value. Physical depreciation is the most common cause of loss of value. Even if they are completely renovated, they are still not considered to be new. In a word, depreciation.

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2022

HousingWire recently spoke with Christian Mills, head of Financial Advisor Relations at Reverse Mortgage Funding, about the ways a reverse mortgage can create a stable cash flow for homeowners in the midst of a volatile housing market. CW : At Reverse Mortgage Funding , education has always been a number-one priority.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The “yes” vote also means that inherited homes not used as principal residences may be reassessed at market value when transferred. The “yes” vote also helps Habitat for Humanity itself, allowing the company to save on operating costs while funneling money toward renovation projects, and adding to the local tax revenue.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

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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Simonson Real Estate

JULY 10, 2020

Examples: Owner-occupied properties don’t have a lease in place and so the property is appraised based on market rents. The understanding here is the tenants could vacate and a more reliable value is provided by the fee simple analysis based on market rents. Value Scenarios. What is Market Value As Is and When is it Used?

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

As a seasoned appraiser in the vibrant real estate market of Toronto, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the ever-evolving landscape of property valuation. We are tasked with determining the fair market value of a property based on various factors such as location, condition, and comparable sales.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 15, 2022

A combination of fast-rising home values and the fact that nearly two-thirds of borrowers with at least some home equity have mortgage rates below 4% — and would not benefit from refinancing — is helping to propel a resurgent market for home-equity lines of credit (HELOCs). At the end of Q2, the average U.S. a year earlier.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

7 Steps to Ensure Your Home Sale Goes Smoothly The real estate market in British Columbia is dynamic and diverse, with bustling urban centers like Vancouver and Victoria alongside picturesque rural communities. Marketing Your Property Engaging with experienced realtors can help effectively market your property in British Columbia.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 31, 2023

 Better yet, use a real estate agent to do a comparative market analysis and calculate your home’s value impartially. Appraisal Mortgage lenders use home appraisal reports to make credit decisions, so hiring an appraiser can help you learn about your home’s current market value more objectively.  This

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AmeriMac

MAY 15, 2024

Appraisals play a significant role in determining the fair market value of a property and ensuring a successful relocation. Unlike a traditional mortgage appraisal that determines the market value of a property, a relocation appraisal focuses on estimating the sales price through prospective analysis.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Therefore, when making any renovations to increase your home’s worth, always keep in mind that potential buyers may have very different tastes from you. Not only that this will help you boost the value of your home but it will also help you attract buyers and sell it quicker. 4 The address suffix. 6 Overuse of carpeting.

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East Coast Appraisal

AUGUST 11, 2022

Home Appraisal Value Is the Same as Market Value. The appraised value of a property is different from the market value. The market value is what a buyer is willing to pay and what a seller is willing to accept for a property. Indeed, the appraised value can determine the market value.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 17, 2022

When developing an opinion of the market value of a property, what appraisers are really measuring is how much depreciation a property has suffered from, and more specifically how much depreciation the improvements on the land have depreciated. What’s the difference between a newly constructed home and a hundred-year-old home?

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Hank Miller Team

JULY 6, 2023

Rookie investors make rookie mistakes; overpaying, underestimating repairs, poor project management, overestimating finished market value and a thousand other things. The residents of this town home ignored routine maintenance for years, it needed extensive renovation. Here's an example.

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Realvals

JUNE 18, 2023

In today’s dynamic market, there are many situations where you may need a real estate appraisal. An appraisal provides you with the clearest understanding of the value of your real estate. By providing an unbiased estimate of a property’s value, an appraisal ensures that you know the real value of your property.

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PennyMac

JANUARY 2, 2024

Do you know the return on investment (ROI) of your renovation project? Some renovations can make your home more valuable. If you’re investing in a home renovation in hopes of recouping that money when you sell, it’s important to research and plan ahead before you begin to ensure you’re spending your money wisely. It depends.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Choosing an unconventional method to market your luxury home can help a property spend fewer days on the market. Even in a tough market, selling a luxury home at a fair price point is possible when you think outside the box. After all, unusual homes should be marketed in unusual ways. Send out stunning property brochures.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 22, 2021

My family and I are in the midst of a first floor renovation, whilst caring for my wife as she continues to recover from her broken ankle, as I mentioned in my last post. Going through a major renovation helps me to appreciate some of the great points made here. . Tackling Electrical Projects.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

I always do market conditions adjustments (or explain why not) and for views and other factors that significantly add to value. Not for a number, but about marketability. Originally hitting the market in 2022 for $72 million, the estate has seen various price decreases since then. I use Excel and MLS data.

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AmeriMac

DECEMBER 30, 2023

Definition and Purpose of REO Appraisals REO appraisals play a crucial role in establishing the market value of homes, especially during the foreclosure process. Mortgage lenders rely on these appraisals to determine the value of fundamental estate-owned properties, directly impacting loan amounts for refinancing.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 12, 2021

Fixer-uppers tend to be popular among real estate investors as well as first-time homebuyers as they present an opportunity to buy below market value. By making updates, the buyer is able to meet or exceed current market standards and build equity in their property faster. How Much Time Do They Take to Renovate?

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Agents and appraisers are not that different in their desire to determine an accurate market value for a property. 1) School System – School systems are one of the most important considerations that most buyers look at no matter where your market is. Agents should also consider the seasonality of the real estate market.

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