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Make Your First Investment Property an Attractive and Profitable Option

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

This should include repairing any structural damage or major systems before you think about design. Cleveland Appraisal Blog offers a wealth of free information on every aspect of the appraisal process. I always appreciate Jessica’s articles! Here are some links to other articles I’ve enjoyed recently!

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Lines of Defense in Real Estate Collateral Risk Management

Appraisal Buzz

This series of articles explores the role of appraisal review processes in the risk system in the format of mortgage lending for 1-4 family real estate. Throughout, I’ll address current practices and processes of appraisal review, measuring change through observations, and insight as to what is to come.

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Top 6 Commercial Appraisal FAQ’s

Simonson Real Estate

You can request information on their education level, licensing & associations, and the type of properties they have appraised in the past. MAI is a designated member of the Appraisal Institute. An MAI shows that the appraiser has the highest level of accreditation in the industry. What Does MAI Mean?

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Hybrid Appraisals and the Associated Risks

Boston Appraisal

The appraiser obtains all relevant property characteristics and data such as measurements, room counts, condition, and quality, and utilizes this information in the report. This process has been the foundation of the appraisal process. What Are Hybrid Appraisals? The Risk of Hybrid Appraisals.

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How Remaining Economic Life Works

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

To make this determination, the appraiser must first determine the Highest and Best Use of the land. The use of the word “home” in this article, is referring to the property “improvements”) There are several data sources that appraisers use to obtain this information. Here’s one way.

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Hybrid Appraisals and the Associated Risks

Boston Appraisal

The appraiser obtains all relevant property characteristics and data such as measurements, room counts, condition, and quality, and utilizes this information in the report. This process has been the foundation of the appraisal process. What Are Hybrid Appraisals? The Risk of Hybrid Appraisals.

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The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisals in Estate Planning

Boston Appraisal

As industry leaders in both residential and commercial real estate valuations, Boston Appraisal Services deeply understands the critical contribution that precise appraisals make in the estate planning matrix. Appraisal Techniques: The Science Behind Valuation The appraisal process is far from a one-size-fits-all operation.