Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This is not an advertisement for them. Just like going cheap when buying running shoes can be costly, the same is true when it comes to hiring an appraiser. If you’re in need of an appraisal, I highly recommend not going with the cheapest appraiser. Is there really support for what the appraiser is reporting?

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The Appraiser Coach

MAY 18, 2021

It is no secret that we as appraisers take a lot of photos. I probably take about 20-25 per house that I inspect. Then there are all the comp photos. Read More.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

What’s the difference between a home inspection and an appraisal? Before you get overwhelmed, take comfort that critical milestones of home inspection, appraisal and closing processes are all great ways to get more acquainted with your prospective new home. An appraisal is a valuation of a property by a third party.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 12, 2021

Many appraisers work out of our homes, not interacting with office staff or other appraisers. Even when we’re out, we’re still doing work-related tasks like shooting pictures and doing inspections. Read More.

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McKissock

MAY 15, 2023

Thinking about starting an appraisal business? If you’re already a fully licensed and accredited real estate appraiser, chances are you have already been working with a more experienced appraiser. Depending on circumstances, the costs of starting an appraisal business can range from fairly high to very low.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2021

I was recently asked by a newbie in real estate appraisal how much I think a new real estate appraiser should charge. Many new appraisers and trainees want to get. Read More.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The fees are typically lower than with new loans, and no appraisal is needed. “This wave of immobility has created a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Roam to bring a much-needed solution to consumers and the housing market,” Mayopoulos said in a statement. The platform advertises sellers listing to qualified buyers.

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

It was advertised as a. I’ve recently been looking into real estate as an investor, and I found a rental property relatively close to my home that looked pretty promising. Read More

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The Appraiser Coach

JULY 20, 2021

As appraisers we often wear at least two different hats. You have heard me talk about the business owner cap versus the technician cap. While we often play both roles, Read More.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 26, 2024

In a recent reflection on my appraisal business, I want to share an inspiring story about a fellow appraiser who defied market challenges and achieved remarkable success. This individual, relatively new to running their own appraisal business, exemplifies the power of dedication and strategic learning.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

For the record, in performing my market sampling and research for this article, I consumed an unhealthy number of fries (which is probably more than one fry) from Burger King in the past two weeks to see if this is indeed the case. But wait, perhaps there is something we can learn from this alleged marketing tactic.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Assumable mortgages remain a niche market compared to new mortgage issuance. The fees are typically lower than those of new loans and no appraisal is needed. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans, which represent nearly two-thirds of the mortgage market, cannot be assumed. But these transactions have grown recently.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 18, 2020

But as companies continue to compete on low rates, lenders are trying to balance maintaining a strong purchase presence with meeting client expectations in the refi market. As companies try to manage longer appraisal turn times and a finite number of underwriters and support staff for all loans, refinances might get put on the back burner.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In a way, it’s all about research and advertising. GROUNDHOG DATA COLLECTION AND ADVERTISING. “ So, I take this to mean they are performing “market research” on the possibility of finding a suitable mate. So, a little bit of advertising is taking place I think. AVM’s are marketing tools.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Are you just getting started as a new appraiser? According to our most recent Appraisal Income Guide, appraisers who excel at obtaining new clients and soliciting business earn over $47,000 more per year than appraisers who fail in this area. Get onto approved appraiser rosters (lender, AMC, FHA, VA).

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The Appraiser Coach

APRIL 13, 2021

Some people might say a public forum isn’t the place to air this dirty laundry, but this is not really a public forum. Of my thousands of readers, very few. Read More.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 12, 2022

Then I began to see their videos as well as videos of fellow appraisers who have posted things about this service. Here’s one of their advertisements on YouTube. When I first saw these advertisements, I thought the tech was slick! When I first saw these advertisements, I thought the tech was slick! It looks pretty easy.

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McKissock

AUGUST 3, 2021

Building a successful appraisal team means considering your business strategy and your corporate culture, and hiring accordingly. Some appraisers look for associates who specialize in certain areas of the appraisal business when adding someone to the team. Team-building tips from top appraisers.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 9, 2023

When making appraisal adjustments, examine the quality of your data and remember that any quality ratings in your county records or MLS are not always reliable. Another appraisal challenge! He’s an appraiser colleague in Utah, and I’ve known him for a number of years. They are advertiser supported. baths, 9,700 sq.ft.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2022

Investment Property Appraisals – What You Need to Know. Let’s take a look at investment property appraisals because it doesn’t look like our gold rush of a real estate market is slowing down anytime soon. However, before you take on this exciting challenge, you’ll need a rental property appraisal first.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 26, 2022

And they’re looking to capitalize on higher home prices and the market for jumbo mortgages. Last year, the company, which pegs itself as a disrupter of the mortgage market, had a $70 million seed round , one of the largest ever raised in the U.S., Presented by: Mr. Cooper. the fintech company said.

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The Appraiser Coach

MAY 4, 2021

Despite what rumors you may have heard, Fannie Mae is not coming out with any new appraisal forms. Of course, I am playing with you a bit; they are coming. Read More.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2020

James Kleimann is joining HousingWire as Mortgage Editor to help the company sharpen coverage in housing finance, while also expanding into other housing verticals like real estate, title/escrow and appraisal. mortgage and housing markets. Contact: Caren Karris Director of Marketing // HW Media ckarris@housingwire.com.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2023

However, Blefari said that those are just ranges, and he cited appraisal fees being waived or points on the mortgage as reasons why commission fees could change. While Blefari acknowledged this scenario is possible, he noted that in a hot market, having a listing on the MLS could net the seller $350,000 for the house.

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Appraiserblogs

MARCH 24, 2022

Appraisers historically have been sold bogus franchises, software, and other magic solutions. I have seen this marketing plan work many times. I have seen this marketing plan work many times. Not other appraisers, not AVMs, not even their PhD-economist-statistician-computer-clever programmers have ever discovered before.”

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McKissock

JANUARY 6, 2023

At the end of the holiday season, we start hearing the phrase repeatedly used in weight loss industry advertisements, “New Year, New You!” How about one for you and your appraisal business? Most of us are fee appraisers who work independently. Here are a few ideas for transforming your appraisal career in 2023.

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The Appraiser Coach

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Technology is important to your business. Sometimes, it can be a challenge to keep your computer, your systems, your network, your internet, and the software you use all running and. Read More.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

If you are an independent appraiser, these can be particularly hard questions to answer, since you may be mostly or entirely responsible for setting up your retirement plan. Here are some insightful tips on how to retire, geared specifically toward real estate appraisers. Don’t “play the market.” Should you? How can you know?

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 26, 2022

Excerpt: We often receive questions from appraisers regarding Fannie Mae and the cost approach. For example: “I’m appraising a property and have been instructed to comply with Fannie Mae guidelines. My comment: I included this article plus the one below, which both address the Cost Approach’s common appraisal questions.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 5, 2024

That’s partly because so much change has happened just during my time as an appraiser. I’ve seen the advent of laser measuring, electronic forms, and most recently, remote appraisals. I had the opportunity to talk with a coaching client about an opportunity that came up for her to act as a staff appraiser.

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 2, 2024

There’s been a lot of talk recently about desktop appraisals. I don’t know any more than you do about where things are headed, but from what I do know, and from connecting the dots, I think it’s that desktop appraisals will become more (not less) popular. That is not to say you must do desktops to continue in appraisal.

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The Appraiser Coach

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I had gone over to do an inspection for him, and we got to talking about how he had had another guy come through earlier to do an appraisal of his home. To make a long story short, this man felt like the first appraisal had come in lower than it should have. Real-estate agents, homeowners, appraisers – we’re all human.

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The Appraiser Coach

AUGUST 10, 2021

Near my office there are two convenience stores but I only ever go to one of them. Really, there isn’t anything terrible about the one I don’t go to, but. Read More.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

If you are an independent appraiser, these can be particularly hard questions to answer, since you may be mostly or entirely responsible for setting up your retirement plan. Here are some insightful tips on how to retire, geared specifically toward real estate appraisers. Don’t “play the market.” Should you? How can you know?

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The Appraiser Coach

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Different types of appraisals call for different needs. As an appraiser, you are the most qualified to make choices regarding an appraisal. With the advent of the hybrid appraisal, it seems that the need for comp photos has become obsolete. How long have you been appraising? What about in regards to comp photos?

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The Appraiser Coach

APRIL 6, 2021

I just got out of an interesting conversation I had with my CPA. Eventually, our conversation veered onto the topic of work. I was curious about what it takes to. Read More.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2024

As we monitored the lawsuits, this approach led us to strengthen our business-friendly, market-driven policies by removing the compensation requirement,” said Gene Milliman , the president and CEO of REcolorado. “As The brokers, agents and appraisers we serve are looking to us for guidance.

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