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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. About 13% of appraisals came in below the contract price this August, the most-recent available data, according to housing-research firm CoreLogic. Home Appraisal Tips for Buyers ).

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

Genworth MI Blog

Withholding or threatening to withhold timely payment for an appraisal report or appraisal services rendered when the appraisal report or services are provided in accordance with the contract between the parties. Now that we have addressed some basics, let’s examine the process for disputing an appraisal.

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

Genworth MI Blog

Withholding or threatening to withhold timely payment for an appraisal report or appraisal services rendered when the appraisal report or services are provided in accordance with the contract between the parties. Now that we have addressed some basics, let’s examine the process for disputing an appraisal.

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

Birmingham Appraisal

Recent Comparable Sales: Appraisers analyze recent sales data of comparable properties in the area to provide a market-derived opinion of value. Importance of Accurate Pricing Accurate pricing is vital for both sellers and buyers. Here are some valuable insights and tips: 1.

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7 Mistakes Real Estate Agents Should Avoid

Birmingham Appraisal

If you underestimate the size of the house then you will most likely set a list price lower than what it is actually worth, thereby leaving money on the table for the seller. When it does go under contract and the lender orders the appraisal it will probably appraise for below contract price.

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Value of a Pool for Homes?

Appraisal Today

After 35 years of appraising here, the value effect is none. Often, the MLS mentions that the sellers will fill in the pool, but I don’t know if that has ever happened. The sellers originally bought the land for $12 million back in 2010. Appraising started in the U.S. Where I live, very few homes have pools.