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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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Beyond Buying and Refinancing: A Look at Alternative Types of Appraisals

Birmingham Appraisal

A marketing appraisal is conducted before a home is listed for sale, either by the owner or a realtor. How it helps: Accurate Pricing: By obtaining an appraisal before listing, you can set a realistic and competitive price for your home. This can attract serious buyers and prevent prolonged market time.

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

Birmingham Appraisal

Helping Agents Understand Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales In the world of real estate, accurate property valuation plays an important role in the home buying and selling process. Appraisals provide an objective assessment of a property’s worth, ensuring accurate market value and facilitating successful transactions.

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Tips for Homeowners Concerned About Appraisals Below Contract Price

Will Springer Realtor

Not all home appraisals – and those who conduct them – are created equal. The home is under contact, seller and buyer have agreed to terms. Buyer is financing the purchase through a mortgage lender and the underwriter wishes to confirm the value of the home before issuing the loan. (No Home Appraisal Tips for Buyers ).