The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 19, 2024

As a real estate investor, I have the opportunity to rub shoulders with all kinds of people, even other appraisers on occasion. With a recent house purchase in another state, I got a call from the appraiser of this property as he was planning a visit out there. To get the mix just right, you need a little bit of both.

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

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. It was advertised as a. Read More

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent looking to expand your reach or a newcomer eager to establish your digital footprint, ahead we delve into the best real estate lead generation websites for 2023. The goal: to stay in touch with any and all visitors to your website. per month plus $249.95

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2024

Over at REcolorado , which is not wholly owned by Realtor associations, leaders had already elected to remove its compensation requirement last year, a move also made by the Northwest MLS and the Real Estate Board of New York. “As The brokers, agents and appraisers we serve are looking to us for guidance.

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Hank Miller Team

JULY 2, 2023

Technology continues to transform marketing, real estate in particular. Accuracy in real estate listings is more concerning than ever, how a home is represented and described may not always be what a buyer sees. Misrepresentation of a property can result in lawsuits and fines.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

As usual, I’ve started yet another post talking about a random thing that has nothing to do with real estate. This situation reminds us of the importance of taking advantage of opportunities to let others know about real estate services that we offer, above and beyond completing an 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

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Can you do a rental schedule on a property that you have not appraised? This was a question recently asked in my closed Facebook All-Stars group. Within this private group, Read More.

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Realtor

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It’s very important for first-timers to do research and understand all their options before they start looking for a home,” says Cara Ameer , a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker who is licensed in California and Florida. In reality, according to a new study from Self Financial , the average down payment needed in the U.S.

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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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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

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

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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The Robert Weiler Company

MAY 18, 2022

When selling commercial real estate, the favorite phrase, “A little bit goes a long way,” holds much truth. Below are 24 practical tips you can use to improve any of the five major types of commercial real estate. What is Return on Investment in Commercial Real Estate?

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The Appraiser Coach

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As an appraiser, you’re a real estate professional and you are in the business of valuing property. Inevitably, at some point in your career, you’re going to make another real. Read More.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The fees are typically lower than those of new loans and no appraisal is needed. The startup’s mission is twofold: to help buyers and sellers discover and advertise home listings attached to assumable mortgages, and to assist both parties with the paperwork during the transaction.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 2, 2021

As a real estate appraisal provider, it can be hard to get into the home owner’s perspective. It seems that what is important to them may not directly translate into. Read More.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 12, 2022

In the meantime, I want to visit with you about an awesome software and service that is changing the way real estate professionals measure homes and provide floor plans. Then I began to see their videos as well as videos of fellow appraisers who have posted things about this service. The service is called Cubicasa. Not a thing!

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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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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 23, 2021

We would imagine it's the same in most real estate markets around the country as we have found the same to be true of homes for sale in Charlotte as well. The founder of forsalebyowner.com used a Real Estate Agent to sell his home after trying to sell it himself and failing to do so - imagine that.

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In a Mastermind meeting with other (non-appraiser) business owners, I was reminded of how well so many principles that I share with you apply across different areas, whether it’s real estate or office work. For more information on this subject, please download and listen to The Appraiser Coach Podcast Episode: [link]

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 1, 2022

You have been a real estate appraiser for years. Or maybe you’ve just got six months under your belt. Either way, each of us needs to determine how we will. Read More.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Earlier this week we explored the real estate transaction from the perspective of the Buyer. We'll now dissect the entire real estate transaction from the perspective of the seller. If a buyer calls you directly or knocks on your door, refer them to your listing agent. Your agent will guide you through this.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2021

Consider an appraisal gap: Adding an appraisal gap to your offer tells the seller that even if the property appraises for less than the purchase price in the contract, you are committing a preset dollar amount to making up the shortfall. There is a chance they could offer an appraisal gap and never have to use it.

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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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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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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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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 Robert Weiler Company

JUNE 17, 2022

However, an investment in real estate is not something you should jump into without preparation. However, as with all commercial real estate investments, not all investments are alike. For new commercial real estate investors, buying a small apartment building for sale is a good investment choice.

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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

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Whether it’s customers, real estate folks, employees, homeowners, you name it. For more information on this subject, please download and listen to The Appraiser Coach Podcast Episode: [link] We all have to work with other people. For many of us, the hardest part about working with other people is breaking bad news.

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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

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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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 23, 2024

Someone in the appraisal office is doing too much. However, there’s a person in the appraisal office that may be doing all of the things I mentioned above – and they’re not the appraiser. For more information on this subject, please download and listen to The Appraiser Coach Podcast Episode: [link]

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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

AUGUST 2, 2022

If you’ve been a part of the appraisal world for long, you’ve had this experience. You’ve just submitted a completed report that you feel pretty good about. Soon afterward, however, Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

I felt strongly that this man was going to make it in the appraisal world. For more information on this subject, please download and listen to The Appraiser Coach Podcast Episode: [link] He went out and created his own website, doing his homework to make sure he knew what he was doing.

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