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Opteon expands its direct-to-consumer appraisal offerings

Housing Wire

Opteon , a Scottsdale-based appraisal, valuation, advisory, and property services provider, has expanded its direct-to-consumer business model nationwide, the company announced on Wednesday. “Our impending technology rollout will enable appraisers to deliver reports straight from the field,” Trice said. .

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How to Read a Home Appraisal

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

It provides an overview of the appraisal’s purpose, important findings and the opinion of value. The letter may also specify any limitations or assumptions made during the appraisal process. Subject Section This section identifies the physical address of the property being appraised.

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The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisals in Estate Planning

Boston Appraisal

But often, the role of the real estate appraiser is overlooked. 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.

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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

Using the form structure, GSEs have been ingesting these eclectic abbreviations to develop a large database of residential valuation. Really, appraisers have always thought this way. Only those data and report elements that are important for the scope of work will be presented to the appraiser.

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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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Can You Talk to an Appraiser?

Empire Appraisal Group

More than a quarter of real estate professionals say they avoid having any interaction with an appraiser, falsely believing they legally can’t. Source: Can You Talk to an Appraiser? Twenty-one percent say they interact with appraisers only when there is an issue with the value; 19% say they don’t interact with appraisers at all.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

An appraisal is a valuation of a property by a third party. The buyer typically covers the cost of the appraisal. Due to today’s booming housing market, the appraisal process may take anywhere from days to weeks to complete. The process can take even longer if the buyer or seller requests a second appraisal.