Appraiser tips: Balancing acts are important
Valuation Review
MARCH 23, 2022
McKissock Learning recently released a blog “How to Achieve Better Work-Life Balance: Tips for Appraisers.” Read on to learn more tips appraisers can take advantage of
Valuation Review
MARCH 23, 2022
McKissock Learning recently released a blog “How to Achieve Better Work-Life Balance: Tips for Appraisers.” Read on to learn more tips appraisers can take advantage of
Genworth MI Blog
AUGUST 15, 2019
Perhaps you’ve heard the murmurs about an automated appraisal. There are big changes coming to appraisals, and they’ll have a huge impact on how the mortgage industry does business. I keep hearing about the automated appraisal. Lower cost than traditional appraisal.
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Genworth MI Blog
AUGUST 15, 2019
Perhaps you’ve heard the murmurs about an automated appraisal. There are big changes coming to appraisals, and they’ll have a huge impact on how the mortgage industry does business. I keep hearing about the automated appraisal. Lower cost than traditional appraisal.
Chicagoland Appraisal Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
If you have a deficient condition such as this you may want to repair it prior to an FHA Appraisal. Appraisers must operate faucets to observe water pressure and flow. This is an example that there is low water pressure and an FHA appraisal will be made subject to repair.
The Appraiser Coach
JANUARY 25, 2022
Idaho is a gorgeous state! I live in the backyard of the Teton Mountain Range and Yellowstone National Park, and I love going to the hills. Hiking through groves of. Read More.
Genworth MI Blog
JUNE 27, 2019
The home appraisal has been requested…the waiting begins. Will the appraiser give credit for all the upgrades in the home? Is the appraiser familiar with the neighborhood? Will the appraiser use good comparables? Will the appraised value be sufficient for the loan?”.
BiggerPockets
OCTOBER 21, 2022
A cash offer almost always gets a seller’s attention. Whether someone comes in low or high, the prospect of a smooth closing without any loan contingencies is often more than […]. Real Estate Rookie Podcast
Boston Appraisal
NOVEMBER 6, 2020
If you decide to take advantage of these all-time low rates, your lender will most likely order an appraisal. What happens if the new appraisal is less than original one? Before you assume the appraiser made a mistake, let’s look at three reasons why a new appraisal could come in low.
Chicagoland Appraisal Blog
APRIL 11, 2021
When Zillow first came out, real estate appraisers would often hear “Zillow says my home value is…” This is usually followed by a cringed face and sigh. The Zestimate is not an appraisal and it should be used as a starting point. Chicago Home Appraiser vs. Zillow’s Zestimate.
Birmingham Appraisal
AUGUST 23, 2022
This is basically what real estate appraisers do. While you don’t have to have the extensive training that an appraiser does to get a rough idea of what price range your home might fall into you can still learn from the concepts appraisers use.
McKissock
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
McKissock’s Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide variety of online appraisal classes, webinars, videos, podcasts, checklists, job aids, and other resources. Cyber-security & Identity Theft Prevention Techniques for Appraisers.
McKissock
OCTOBER 29, 2021
Are you just starting your real estate appraisal career? Last month we asked our appraisal community, “If you could give ONE piece of advice to a new appraiser, what would it be?” Top 12 most common tips. Network with other appraisers.
Birmingham Appraisal
AUGUST 3, 2022
Appraisers Research and Analyze The Market. It’s an appraiser’s job to mimic what a detective might do when they are researching information to help them understand the facts of a case so we tend to ask a lot of questions. This is how appraisers determine adjustments.
Chicagoland Appraisal Blog
MAY 13, 2021
A home appraisal is an unbiased opinion of a home or property’s value. Real estate professionals or other appraisal experts can help you determine the market value of your home. The Value of a Home Appraisal. Typically, an appraisal takes about an hour. Appraisal Tips
AmeriMac
AUGUST 24, 2022
When you are getting an appraisal, it’s important to be proactive and make sure that you understand everything that is going on. When you know what to ask, you can stay on top of the situation and ensure an effective appraisal. Do You Perform Appraisals Full Time?
Chicagoland Appraisal Blog
JANUARY 21, 2020
Chicagoland Appraisals had the privilege to be featured on Redfin amongst other top appraisal companies across America to give the best way to build home equity in America. Spurgeon Appraisals: Thinking about putting in a gazebo? Sun Point Appraisals Inc. : Appraisal Tip
Texas Home Appraisal Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2018
The post The Importance of Knowing Your Home’s Worth Before Selling It appeared first on Austin Home Appraisal Team. Appraisal Tips
Chicagoland Appraisal Blog
JULY 13, 2017
I came across a Facebook post from an appraiser friend of mine about an article written in the Chicago Tribune titled Homebuyers who pay cash win deals as appraisals derail sale in tight Chicago market. The title is definitely eye-catching especially to an appraiser in Chicago.
Texas Home Appraisal Blog
OCTOBER 16, 2012
The appraisers over at RealEstateAppraisalsAustin have started offering free Austin housing market reports on their website. The post New Market Reports Available appeared first on Austin Home Appraisal Team. Appraisal Tips
Texas Home Appraisal Blog
JULY 12, 2011
A home appraisal doesn’t have to be trigger for anxiety. To achieve both objectives you need a good appraisal. You can reach your goals by calling upon a qualified Austin Home Appraiser firm. Appraisals are a significant.
McKissock
MAY 13, 2022
How do you stay up-to-date on the latest appraisal news and trends? They’re also entertaining and super convenient since you can stream them during your morning commute or while you’re driving to appraisal appointments. Voice of Appraisal. The Appraiser Coach.
Genworth MI Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Loan officers and listing agents are familiar with homeowner anxiety about real estate appraisals. Questions arise, such as: Does the appraiser penalize me if my house isn’t spotless? Will the appraiser look in my closets? Should I follow the appraiser and point things out?
Dart Appraisal
JUNE 24, 2022
Compliance in the appraisal process means following federal and state guidelines. At Dart Appraisal, we actively invest time in compliance and security to ensure your information is safe, which is why we opted in for our SOC 2 Type II report. Changes to FHA Appraisal Policy.
Dart Appraisal
APRIL 30, 2021
Engagement letters are traditionally used by certain professional service firms, particularly in finance, accounting, law, real estate appraisal, and consulting, to define the specifics of the business relationship, or in the case of an appraisal – the assignment expectations.
Dart Appraisal
JULY 26, 2022
DART APPRAISAL SUPPORTING. In 2017, Freddie Mac introduced Loan Product Advisor® (LPA SM ) automated collateral evaluation (ACE), an appraisal alternative, to save eligible borrowers time and money in the home-buying or refinance process. Changes to FHA Appraisal Policy.
CP Home Appraisals
AUGUST 27, 2018
Isn’t a home inspection similar to a home appraisal? Not at all – an appraisal differs from a house inspection. Although the home appraiser will complete a rudimentary inspection of the subject property, it will be nowhere near as thorough as what a property inspector does.
CP Home Appraisals
OCTOBER 20, 2016
The more we review appraisals, the more apparent it becomes that many appraisers in Houston are confusing the terms Market and Neighborhood. This creates misleading results in appraisal reports and can lead to an incorrect conclusion of value. In the next part of this series I will go over how the incorrect use of these terms causes confusion and misleading results in a real estate appraisal report. Tips for Homebuyers
Genworth MI Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Loan officers and listing agents are familiar with homeowner anxiety about real estate appraisals. Questions arise, such as: Does the appraiser penalize me if my house isn’t spotless? Will the appraiser look in my closets? Should I follow the appraiser and point things out?
CP Home Appraisals
JANUARY 7, 2017
If a specific lot is approximately 3,000 to 5,000 square feet larger than other lots, it should have an appraised value that is greater. can be found at: CP Home Appraisals. Tips for Homebuyers appraisal land area lot appraisal lot size lot value property value
Appraisal Today
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
12 Unacceptable Appraisal Practices from Freddie Mac. Here are 5: Reliance in any appraisal analysis on inappropriate comparable sales, or the failure to use comparable sales that are more similar to or nearer to the subject property without adequate explanation. Humor for Appraisers.
Will Springer Realtor
OCTOBER 19, 2021
Not all home appraisals – and those who conduct them – are created equal. Enter the appraiser, someone who has probably never visited the property – or possibly even the neighborhood – and who will use his/her expertise to develop a valuation on the home.
Round Rock Appraisal
JUNE 10, 2015
Is It Necessary For An Appraiser To Take So Many Photos Of Your Home? Some homeowners find it a little annoying and unsettling when appraisers seem to be spending so much time taking pictures of every single room in their home along with every nook and cranny.
Round Rock Appraisal
MARCH 28, 2015
An appraisal of property serves the benefit of both the seller and the buyer. What an appraiser places on a property is one thing but it should not be the only thing for a buyer to consider. Keeping the appraisal of a home realistic in your own mind is very important!
CP Home Appraisals
FEBRUARY 10, 2009
FHA Appraisal Tips. FHA Appraisal Requirements: Appraisers are to recommend only those repairs necessary to make the property comply with FHA’s Minimum Property Requirements (MPR) or Minimum Property Standards (MPS) together with the estimated cost to cure. The real estate article FHA Appraisal Requirements – What You Need to Know can be found at: CP Home Appraisals. Tips for Homebuyers
CP Home Appraisals
SEPTEMBER 10, 2011
The real estate article Why it is So Hard to Become an Appraiser can be found at: CP Home Appraisals. Tips for HomebuyersI thought this email I received was very funny and spot on. Enjoy! To All My Valued Employees, There have been some rumblings around the office about the future of this company, and more specifically, your job. As you know, the economy has changed for the worse and presents many challenges.
CP Home Appraisals
FEBRUARY 10, 2009
FHA Appraisal Tips. FHA Appraisal Requirements: Appraisers are to recommend only those repairs necessary to make the property comply with FHA’s Minimum Property Requirements (MPR) or Minimum Property Standards (MPS) together with the estimated cost to cure. Tips for HomebuyersThe following are excerpts from HUD Mortgagee Letter 2005-ML-48 regarding repair and inspection requirements.
CP Home Appraisals
OCTOBER 10, 2008
Most literature I have come across states that if you do not agree with the counties assessment then you may have a licensed real estate appraiser prepare an appraisal for the cities consideration. Unfortunately determining JUST the market value of a structure requires a very complex appraisal, one which will be very costly. When real estate appraisers determine market value of a property we almost always use what is known as the sales comparison approach.
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