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How Technology Improves the Home Appraisal Process

Kairos Appraisal Services

From virtual house tours to applying for a mortgage online, the real estate industry has embraced new technology, weaving it into many of its processes. The home appraisal industry is beginning to use more technology, too.

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Residential Appraisal Process for Home Buyers

National Association of Realtors

Understand home value, learn details about the appraisal process, borrowers rights, and more. Use this resource to become an informed home buyer.

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How to Communicate Effectively with a Real Estate Appraiser in the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

If you are buying or selling a property, or refinancing your home, you may encounter a real estate appraiser who will appraise your property based on its condition, features, location, and market trends and provide an appraisal valuation. The appraisal process is important for homeowners, buyers and sellers.

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Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process

Raleigh Realty

Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process Wondering what to expect from your home appraisal? Now it's time for the home appraisal. But before you do there's one last factor to consider: the home appraisal. Here's what you need to know about home appraisals so that you come prepared.

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Real estate appraisals: What agents should know

Housing Wire

You’ve found a house for your buyer or a buyer for the home you’re selling. One of the final hurdles to clear is the appraisal , and it has the power to leave a deal dead in the water. If the second appraisal comes back higher, buyers and sellers may feel more comfortable meeting in the middle. Not necessarily.

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How Appraisal Management Companies Aid the Appraisal Process

Kairos Appraisal Services

Lending regulations restrict the borrower, mortgage broker, or lender from choosing which appraiser conducts their home inspection and prevents direct communication between these parties. An appraisal… The post How Appraisal Management Companies Aid the Appraisal Process appeared first on Kairos.

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Navigating appraisal challenges in today’s housing market

Housing Wire

This is good news for lenders, but it puts a tremendous amount of pressure on appraisers who have to be diligent in their work, while also meeting closing dates. HousingWire: What’s the biggest pain point appraisers are currently facing? HW: How is today’s tight purchase market affecting the appraisal process?