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Geographic “Data” Competency?

Appraisal Buzz

In the context of real estate appraisers, it is essential for accurately valuing properties and providing credible appraisal reports. Appraisers should consider supply and demand, market trends and other relevant factors, none of which should be based on assumption or bias or “local market knowledge”.

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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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Get to Know your Home Appraisal Company

D Fritz Appraisals

Is a major transportation upgrade destined to arrive? These are all things a knowledgeable property appraiser will be able to tell you, and factor into their appraisal report. Likewise, use things like online reviews to help you decide on which company will be best at meeting your home appraisal needs. Online Reviews.

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7 Top Tips for a Great Home Appraisal: A Checklist to Prepare Your Property

PennyMac

Whether you’re selling your home to begin a new adventure or refinancing your existing home, getting an appraisal with the value you want is an important hurdle to clear. You may feel that the appraisal process is out of your control, but there are many easy and inexpensive ways to get both yourself and your home ready.

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My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

11 Helpful Tips For Choosing Comps Whenever I speak to agents about the real estate market and the appraisal process the one topic that the discussion always leads to is about choosing comps. By superior I refer to the different features that contribute to higher sale prices of homes.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. These modern labels are often heralded as a cure-all for the perceived inefficiencies and biases of traditional mortgage appraisal processes.