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Non-Arms Length Sales for Appraisers

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The 7 Sale Types Explained Excerpts: An arm’s length sale – a sale in which the buyers and sellers act independently and in their own self-interest is the most common type of real estate transaction. A non-arm’s length sale in real estate is a transaction between a seller and buyer who have a connection by marriage, family, work, etc.

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Appraiser Liability Risks

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He designed the estate, completed in 2000, from the ground up. A home valued too low can deprive homeowners of access to their equity and limit the mobility of sellers. The models aren’t able to think like buyers and sellers. They also play a vital role in supporting accountants in various financial matters. The problem?

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Strange Properties Appraisers Have Seen

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Speaking of surprises, a recent Zillow analysis finds most states don’t require sellers to disclose paranormal activity in the home they’re selling. Now on the market for $8 million, the home was designed with true ocean fanatics in mind, explains listing agent, Pattie Lawton, of Sotheby’s International Realty. “A

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Unacceptable Appraisal Practices from Freddie Mac

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Located on approximately 5 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this spectacular 25,025-square-foot megamansion was designed by architect Robert A.M. It is not necessary for one or more of the comparable sales to be of the same design and appeal as the property you are appraising. Sellers, did you hear that? percent from 7.06

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS® for March 2022

Lamacchia Realty

Over the 18 years of her real estate career, she has earned a plethora of REALTOR® designations and recognitions, including the industry recognition of 10 Best in Middlesex County for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Real Estate Professionals. Cyndi thrives to make her buyers and sellers her top priority.

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Appraiser Salaries

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The sellers custom built the home between 2007 and 2009, using high-end materials and finishes, including a wall of windows and 26-foot-high ceilings in the great room. The seller wanted that to be a part of the home, and he didn’t want it down in a cellar. The 900 sq.ft. Not in the mood to climb? Take the elevator.

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Weird Real Estate Agent Photos for Appraisers

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Excerpts: Built in 1959 and designed by Tollyn Twitchell for Ralph Twitchell Architects, the 3,419-square-foot, ranch-style home is listed for $3 million. But is it because sellers are rushing to list their homes? It’s easy to pin this on sellers rushing to list, but that’s NOT the case. That’s not the culprit. percent from 5.82