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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

The original forms were designed before the digital age, to be completed on typewriters. Appraisal software companies have innovated the process of “filling out “these forms, but they are still constrained with the original typewriter design. There are numerous reasons for this hesitancy.

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Decoding a Commercial Appraisal: Insider Insights

AmeriMac

These appraisals provide an unbiased estimation of a property’s value, taking into account various factors such as location, condition, size, and recent sales of similar properties in the area. This report serves as a reference for buyers, sellers, lenders, and investors to make informed decisions regarding the property.

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Appraisal Inspection Vs. Home Inspection: Your Role as an Appraiser

McKissock

The root of many misconceptions about the appraisal inspection is the word “inspection” itself. No matter how the appraisal inspection appears to the uninitiated, it is not the equivalent of a home inspection. Appraisers perform similar inspections, to one degree or another, in most appraisal assignments.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

The process can be daunting, especially if you’ve never engaged in an appraisal for commercial real estate before. After all, it is a detailed activity that can look different depending on the scope and nature of your property. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal?

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

Defining rural properties – USDA and GSEs Challenges of appraising rural properties Appraising rural properties presents unique challenges due to their diverse characteristics and market dynamics.

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Mortgage Term Glossary

Assurance Financial

The first number refers to the length of the introductory period, while the second is how often the rate can adjust. Amortization is the process of paying off a loan over a set period. Before you buy a home or refinance a mortgage, your property will most likely need to go through the appraisal process. Base Rate.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

NAR Member Survey on Data Collectors Excerpts: In May 2023, NAR surveyed its members pertaining to data collectors in the appraisal process. Brokers followed with 24%, and appraisal-certified professionals comprised 14% of the respondents. Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field.