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The Undercover Appraiser

The Appraiser Coach

We try to set up appointments while we’re stumbling around getting specs on a property and we play phone tag with potential clients because we’re not always able to pick up. Sometimes appraisers get a bit of a black eye because of a lack of professionalism. But even something as simple as always answering the phone can make a big difference.

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Non-QM lenders are back. But will brokers pick up the phone?

Housing Wire

About a decade ago, mortgages that were ineligible to be bought by Fannie and Freddie were tagged with the odious label “subprime.” There’s a common misconception that because the products aren’t guaranteed by the federal government, they’re marred by sloppy underwriting or exorbitant risk, mortgage executives and brokers said. “It

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Buying A Foreclosed Home In 6 Steps

Quicken Loans

There are also plenty of risks: A home you buy at an auction might have a lien on its title from a government agency, especially if the former owners stopped paying property taxes. Buying A Government-Owned Property. You might also consider buying government-owned foreclosure properties. Let’s look at an example. Sellers (i.e.,

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Apps for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

My comments: McKissock post is worth reading. million price tag. Government purchase applications provided a bright spot, increasing 2.4 Suite 203 Alameda, CA 94501 Phone 510-865-8041 Email ann@appraisaltoday.com www.appraisaltoday.com The post Apps for Appraisers appeared first on Appraisal Today.

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What Is a Foreclosure and How Does it Work?

Quicken Loans

That’s why many home buyers turn to foreclosed homes in hopes of getting more space in a better area and with a much lower price tag. Government mortgage relief programs. Stage 5: Post-Foreclosure. HUD also hosts an REO directory for all government-backed loans as well as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans.

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8 Different Types Of Home Loans

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Conventional loans stand apart from government-backed home loan options, relying on private lenders like banks, online lenders, and credit unions. If your dream home exceeds this price tag, nonconforming or “jumbo” loans offer the key, albeit with their own unique guidelines (which we’ll cover below).

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10 Awesomely Functional Gifts for the Real Estate Investor in Your Life

The Robert Weiler Company

Drone usage has skyrocketed in both the industrial and personal arenas ever since the need for an FAA pilot’s license was deemed unnecessary (The government is even using drones in property reassessments now!). Like the drone/camera mentioned above, this gift can come with a hefty price tag. Average cost: $1,299 and up.