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The challenge of pulling comps in 2024

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 2/19/24 Matt the Mortgage Guy YouTube […] The post The challenge of pulling comps in 2024 first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. I also have some market recap visuals to unpack what’s been happening in 2024 so far.

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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

Market Value: In a mortgage appraisal, the appraiser is most likely estimating the market value of the property. Appraisal Inspection: A typical on-site inspection of the subject involves the appraiser walking through the dwelling, examining the site improvements, and walking a representative portion of the land.

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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

Market Value: In a mortgage appraisal, the appraiser is most likely estimating the market value of the property. Appraisal Inspection: A typical on-site inspection of the subject involves the appraiser walking through the dwelling, examining the site improvements, and walking a representative portion of the land.

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Top 10 Benefits of Getting a Pre-Listing Appraisal Before Selling Your Home

Birmingham Appraisal

Well, here’s a secret tip that can give you a competitive edge in the real estate market: Consider getting a pre-listing appraisal before putting your home up for sale. Set the price too high, and you risk scaring away potential buyers. With a pre-listing appraisal, you gain a solid foundation for negotiation.

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Understanding Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales: Insights for Real Estate Agents

Birmingham Appraisal

Appraisals provide an objective assessment of a property’s worth, ensuring accurate market value and facilitating successful transactions. Real estate agents, as trusted guides for their clients, must possess a good understanding of the factors that influence property appraisals. Here are some valuable insights and tips: 1.

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The Appraiser’s Perspective: Insights and Tips for Real Estate Agents

Birmingham Appraisal

Appraisal Tips For Real Estate Agents As a real estate appraiser with over 30 years of experience, I have seen many changes and challenges in the appraisal profession and the real estate market. I believe that appraisers and agents have a common goal: to help their clients buy or sell a home.

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Preparing Your Borrower for the Appraisal Inspection – Virtual or On-Site

Genworth MI Blog

To relieve some of the stress, savvy loan officers educate their borrowers on what to expect from an appraisal inspection and how to prepare. Since appraisal inspections in the current environment may be in-person or virtual, there are many tips to help your borrower prepare for the appraisal. Subscribe now!