McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Plus, what will it take to modernize the appraisal process? Read on for this week’s appraisal news and insights. ” Read the full forecast to learn about Redfin’s predictions regarding mortgage rates, supply and demand, new construction, home price growth, and more. Read the full opinion piece.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

4 Myths About Property Data Collection By McKissock Excerpts: Myth #1: PDC is the same thing as property appraisal As a professional appraiser, you know very well that what a property data collector does is not the same as what you do — even if your clients don’t always understand the difference.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

HUD answers questions about its new inter-agency appraisal bias task force. JPMorgan Chase has donated $3 million to the Appraiser Diversity Initiative. Keep reading for this week’s appraisal news and insights. Property values continue to rise. .” HUD official talks appraisal bias task force.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

NAR Member Survey on Data Collectors Excerpts: In May 2023, NAR surveyed its members pertaining to data collectors in the appraisal process. Brokers followed with 24%, and appraisal-certified professionals comprised 14% of the respondents. I am working on an article on Hybrid Appraisals for the November issue of Appraisal Today.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Developing an appraisal specialty is a great way to grow your business and stay competitive in the industry. Last month we asked our appraisal community, “What new appraisal specialty or niche would you like to break into?” Below, we share the results regarding which specialty areas appraisers are most interested in pursuing.

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 12, 2023

Lastly, some commercial property owners will see a negligible difference, regardless of the appraisal. The 2020 property reassessment included more than 5.5 The County Auditors are responsible for ensuring that every parcel of land (and any buildings within) are fairly and consistently appraised and assessed for tax purposes.

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the thought of a commercial real estate appraisal? The process can be daunting, especially if you’ve never engaged in an appraisal for commercial real estate before. After all, it is a detailed activity that can look different depending on the scope and nature of your property.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Sins of the Past Are Back to Haunt Appraisers. Fannie Mae Takes A Closer Look at Appraisals. Excerpts: In the recent past, when appraisers were swamped. Even with the Collateral Underwriter program review, appraisers were overwhelmed. Tier 1 appraisers have little to fear but tier 2 and 3 appraisers….

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McKissock

JANUARY 14, 2022

The negative impacts on the marketability of residential properties caused by odors from pet dander, feces, and urine can be significant factors in the price a buyer is willing to pay. For example: I had an assignment to appraise a 3,500 sq. four-year-old masonry house of well above average quality construction.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 14, 2023

Appraising Fixer Uppers Excerpts: We’re all familiar with the term “fixer-upper.” For many different reasons, properties can come on the market in less-than-par condition. The degree and cost to cure becomes an issue to buyers and sellers, and a challenge for appraisers. In my MLS “contractor special” is often used.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Home Appraisals and Online Home Value Estimates Are NOT the Same Thing. On-site vs. Online: Proper Home Appraisals Need to be Done in Person. With so many types of transactions solely being handled online these days, it’s tempting to want to complete your required home appraisals entirely online and leave it at that.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 15, 2023

At some point, you may need to have a commercial real estate appraisal done as it plays a critical role in many aspects of the commercial real estate industry. In this blog, we will cover what a commercial real estate appraisal is, how it differs from residential appraisals and the different types of commercial real estate appraisals.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 17, 2022

Excerpt: We continue to see claims alleging that the rural property appraiser failed to adequately identify or report details surrounding a water source. In one claim, the appraiser correctly noted that the property was serviced by a “private water well.” Appraisers – check the water source! How many offers.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2019

The area must contain walls, floors and ceilings of materials generally accepted for interior construction (painted drywall, carpet etc.) It is important to note that gross living area and total living area are kept separate in most appraisal assignments. Some appraisers may round to the nearest foot or half a foot.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 28, 2023

Appraising Solar Panels By Mark Buhler Excerpts: You drive up to the property. First: How do appraisers value any amenity of a property? Appraisal 101 would suggest the matched pairs analysis. So our first task is to find a property with solar panels that’s similar to the subject. What to do? Well … maybe.

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Aspen Appraisal Group

JUNE 17, 2020

From time to time we’ll present a situation we’ve come across and post it here on our blog. A couple of weeks ago Andrew, one of our fine appraisers was doing divorce appraisal on a new construction when he surprised to find that the new townhouse had no basement. To schedule an appraisal, just click here !

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Quicken Loans

JUNE 9, 2021

One of the requirements for being approved for a VA loan is a property appraisal. If you don’t know what an appraisal is, how it works or what this process means for you, read on. What Is A VA Loan Appraisal? A VA appraisal is an appraisal performed by someone certified through the U.S. VA Appraisal Fees.

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Real Quantum

AUGUST 3, 2022

Realquantum, the revolutionary web-native commercial real estate appraisal platform company, announced today that the national appraisal and consulting firm, WestRock Appraisal Services, Inc., WestRock) has engaged Realquantum to help them streamline their commercial property valuation practice. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The Robert Weiler Company has gathered seven helpful tips, sure to assist you in conducting the best property search in Columbus, Ohio as possible. As a full-service commercial real estate and appraisal firm with 85 years of experience, we’re here to help you achieve your goals. It’s what we do! Central Ohio had over $5.8 Express, Inc.,

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Appraisers recently contacted by McKissock tend to agree that the profession will go generally well in 2022, with no major changes to the real estate market and no events on the horizon that could seriously upset appraisers’ business. Desktop appraisals, with information provided by third-party hirelings, may increase.

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