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How to Choose a Real Estate Appraiser

McCarthy Appraisal Blog

Ask an appraiser about their education and licensing. Federal law mandates state certification for most appraisers. The two basic licenses are Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser and Certified General Real Property Appraiser. Evaluate the appraiser’s experience.

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Appraising Green Buildings: Do Solar Panels Add Value to the Property?

Boston Appraisal

Although we can rejoice that the green building movement is becoming more mainstream, the question of whether or not this energy source and other green features add value to a property is still up in the air. Property owners are often surprised when the time comes to estimate the fair market value of their green building.