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Do Appraisal Gap Clauses Impact Appraisals?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Appraisal gap clauses have become relatively common in recent years due to many homes being sold at prices that market data does not support as being the market value. In this hot market, it’s not surprising that this type of clause is being written into some contracts. But not always.

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Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches

Boston Appraisal

Introduction Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. Leveraging Market Data The appraisal process begins with a thorough analysis of market data, focusing on sales of properties that share historical or antique characteristics.

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How Depreciation Works

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

What is the primary reason a newly built home has a higher market value than the same home that is older? Simply stated, it is loss in value. What do they indicate and how do appraiser’s measure depreciation? That’s a topic for another article. This is from a home I recently appraised.

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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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What Is a Reconciled Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

The appraiser will determine which of the values is most appropriate and reflective of demonstrating the market value of the property being appraised. Once this happens, the appraiser will explain which approach to value was given the most weight, or consideration, and why. Click here to register. .

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What Is A Home Appraisal?

DataMaster

Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process. The better the appraisal process is understood, the less customers will question the results! Let’s explore how appraisals work! What Is An Appraisal? What is an appraisal? Happy appraising! Conclusion.

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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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