Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

2024 Updated UAD and URAR – What does It Mean for You? The Appraisal World Is Changing January 25, 2024 Excerpts: There has been a lot of talk about the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) redesign initiative, and how it will make life easier for appraisers. What exactly does this mean?

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Will Springer Realtor

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Buyers and sellers tiptoed through caution. As the year dims, all eyes fixate on 2024’s potential: a hopeful dance fueled by dreams of lower rates and a wave of new homes for sale. Here are some of the big questions to ponder in 2024. by December 2024. by the end of 2024. by the end of 2024.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Advisory Opinions For 2024, the ASB has retired Advisory Opinion 16 (AO-16) and replaced it with two new Advisory Opinions, AO-39 and AO-40. These requirements are carried forward in the 2024 edition of USPAP. To read more, click here My comments: Be sure to read this blog post. USPAP 2024 is effective January 1, 2024.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

Issuance of agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) is projected to contract significantly over the next two years in the face of a housing-market contraction, but the actual supply of MBS available for purchase in the private market is expected to swell to record levels over that period. trillion by the close of 2024.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The program is designed to help agents connect with buyers, improve their brand recognition and convert leads into clients. However, Market Leader may not be ideal for larger teams or those looking for more customization.

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Will Springer Realtor

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Our state is at the forefront of improving a document that each buyer and seller receives near the start of the purchase and sale process, and for the first time, our industry will be required to have a contract with buyers. The agency term of 12 months will be the standard but buyers can agree to any length in writing.

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Will Springer Realtor

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The market is now in the process of thawing after a lengthy cool down, as buyers begin anew to seek change in their home dynamics. There is plenty of pent-up demand from prospective buyers who have watched for months from the sidelines as financing costs remained untenable. That’s a whopping 134% more than December and a solid 7.0%

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 2, 2023

What Do Appraisers Look For in a Sales Contract? Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? 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.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 10, 2024

ROV (Reconsideration of Value) Changes – FHA and GSEs GSE Effective date is August 29, 2024 HUD Effective date is September 2, 2024 Editor’s note: This long section includes, In order: McKissock/Dave Bradley post with a good summary including links to HUD and GSE documents. It was and is controversial. Try this this bigger oar.

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Listing Spark

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

As we enter into 2024, we are stepping out of one of the most turbulent years for real estate in Texas in some time. On the heels of the largest run up in home values in recorded history, we saw an abrupt and heavy shift that’s been challenging to grapple with for sellers and buyers. trillion compared to $2.75 trillion in 2021.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 10, 2024

Allegations of collusion to inflate compensation paid to both buyer and seller agents in transactions prompted this landmark settlement, estimated at a staggering $418M. This move, while aiming to “decouple” buyer and seller compensation, may inadvertently reduce transparency for consumers when reviewing home-sale listings.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 5, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on appraiser discrimination lawsuit, waivers, staying positive with slow business, appraiser’s economic forecast, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. The second development in the case is that on March 22, 2024, the attorneys for Drs.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 26, 2024

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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Appraisal Today

MARCH 1, 2024

According to the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s February 2024 report¹, the single-family luxury home segment is showing promising signs of growth. Even more telling, contract signings for homes priced at $1 million or more have increased by 11 percent over last year, and demand remains high among affluent buyers.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 12, 2024

FHFA Report: Underutilization of Appraisal Time Adjustments Published: 1/8/2024 Excerpts: Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Federal Housing Administration appraisal guidelines require such adjustments whenever market conditions have been changing. over the course of 2024, declining from the 2023 average of 6.9%. baths, 7,455 sq.ft.,

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Appraisal Today

MAY 24, 2024

To read more, including all the violations, Click Here My comments: The blog post is well written, relatively short, and worth reading, if only for reminders. Finally, the vendor’s use of the photos is limited by contract, with stiff penalties for violation. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Geographic Data and Comps, effect of renovation on value, very low foreclosures now, current real estate market, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = = $99.5M Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. per month, $24.75

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Movoto

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

To help with this process, we’ve put together some helpful tips in this blog you can use as a moving to another state checklist. Of course, buyers can always request additional accommodations like flooring or paint allowances, so keep this in mind while navigating this process. Organize your documents.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 8, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on property data collectors, economic analysis, managing your email inbox, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on USPAP and Personal Inspection, GSE Appraisal Modernization, Transaction costs and values including real estate commissions, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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Will Springer Realtor

AUGUST 15, 2023

Ah, for the good old days of 2019 – when we could stomach home prices closer to the mid-million-dollar mark and housing options were somewhat plentiful amid a mildly competitive buyer environment. The number of single-family homes going under contract (Pending sales) fell 8.7% homes sold in June found a buyer in less than a month.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 12, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non-lender appraisals, using new construction comps for existing homes, master planned communities, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Thanks to Tom for writing this blog post. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 19, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non-lender appraisals, and types of bias, Scams on black homes, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. An example of this in real estate appraisal is the purchase and sale contract. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 22, 2023

It’s a type of functional obsolescence in which the structure or one of its components is overly improved to a capacity or quality than a prudent buyer or owner would build or pay. In dramatic contrast, my 4 year California Certified General $1,030 license renewal is June 23, 2024 ($275.50 12 Days of Appraiser Christmas Very funny!!

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 9, 2024

That was highlighted by a 30% month-to-month gain in total home sales (single-family, townhome and condos combined) across the county in March and unseasonably low supply for buyers. Mortgage rates continue to be the focus of both sellers and buyers, waiting for something to give. since February and 9.8%

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Understanding these metrics enables agents to adjust pricing strategies based on inventory levels and buyer demand, optimizing the chances of selling a property quickly and at the best possible price. Shelby County has seen similar trends in 2023 and 2024 which is not a surprise given that they are both in the same general market area.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on E&O and state boards, bias, 32% sales are new homes, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 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. Sometimes buyers like them and sometimes not. Many people don’t like them. per month, $24.75

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

B) Buyer Behavior … C) School System … To read lots more, plus maps and many appraiser comments, Click Here ————————————————————————— Why Comp Photos in Appraisals? baths, 2,991 square feet, 0.34

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 26, 2024

Elevated condo association and special assessment fees present an additional financial burden for condo owners, deterring potential buyers unless the purchase price is reduced sufficiently to offset the higher ongoing monthly costs. Source Inventory rises when more sellers are listing than buyers are buying.

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Will Springer Realtor

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The year in residential real estate nears its end amid twists and turns like a good book but it’s waiting for the storyline to improve as we fill out the empty pages in 2024. Notably, the Eastside saw a 25% decline in Pending sales (homes under contract) but are still 9.2% higher YoY. Seattle prices slipped 1.6% They stood at 4.1

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Will Springer Realtor

JANUARY 9, 2024

The Federal Reserve recently updated its forecast, hinting at a potential decrease of about 75 basis points (0.75%) in its short-term lending rate by the year’s end – promising news for borrowers in 2024. 1, that requires buyers wishing to work with a licensed real estate broker to sign a services contract.

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Will Springer Realtor

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The market is spooking many potential buyers and sellers thanks to stubbornly high mortgage interest rates. Only buyers and sellers who must move are doing so. This suggests homes – while far fewer for sale than in recent years – are quickly being scooped up by those few available buyers. from July and up a mere 0.7%

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Listing Spark

MARCH 12, 2024

The majority of buyers use the internet to look for homes, and 51% of buyers actually found the home they ended up buying online. The first four steps cover everything that happens before you list your home and start hearing from interested buyers. Then buyers and agents can coordinate directly with you based on your listing.

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Will Springer Realtor

MAY 30, 2023

Positioned as a boutique luxury residence, Mari offers 138 homes in its 20-story, glass-and-steel structure that is targeting a spring 2024 unveiling. Details will be shared with buyers at purchase. Purchase contracts are already being executed, according to the Polaris Pacific sales team.

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Will Springer Realtor

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

To address ownership inequality, the state of Washington has introduced an innovative home-assistance fund for potential buyers who have been historically marginalized and restricted from ownership. Many maps, deeds and contracts are recorded in the county registry and they include property transactions. Beginning Jan. Beginning Jan.

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Will Springer Realtor

MAY 14, 2024

Every key data point from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (MLS) gained ground against the previous month – as often happens with the spring housing season taking stride – including the number of new and active listings, homes going under contract and final sales. Prices rose, too, to near-record highs. Far from the Fed’s 2.0%

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