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

Genworth MI Blog

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? Tips for an On-Site Appraisal Inspection.

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FHA Appraisal Tip – Low Water Pressure

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

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. Did I leave anything out?

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The Automated Appraisal: Tips for a Changing Appraisal Environment

Genworth MI Blog

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. Today, we’re breaking down some of the new developments in appraisals, what they mean for your business, and tips to help you prepare.

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The Automated Appraisal: Tips for a Changing Appraisal Environment

Genworth MI Blog

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. Today, we’re breaking down some of the new developments in appraisals, what they mean for your business, and tips to help you prepare.

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

Genworth MI Blog

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? Tips for an On-Site Appraisal Inspection.

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How do I get prepared for a home appraisal?

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