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How to Communicate Effectively with a Real Estate Appraiser in the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

If you are buying or selling a property, or refinancing your home, you may encounter a real estate appraiser who will appraise your property based on its condition, features, location, and market trends and provide an appraisal valuation. The appraisal process is important for homeowners, buyers and sellers.

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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

How Home Appraisers Decide on the Value of Your Property. There are many reasons you may need to know the value of your property and for this, you need a home appraisal. Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market.

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Real Estate Appraisers Share How They Stand Out from the Competition

McKissock

Looking for ways to compete in the appraisal industry? This month we asked our appraisal community, “What differentiates you from other real estate appraisers?” Read the responses below to learn how 75+ individual appraisers stand out from the competition. Approach to the appraisal process.

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Appraisers: How and Why To Check Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Appraisal Today

Killed by Carbon Monoxide: Appraiser Blamed. Excerpts: For decades, appraisers have been gently reminded to pay careful attention to smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors—especially noting when they are absent altogether. Humor for Appraisers. Read this article on how to check CO detectors. CO Detector vs Smoke Alarm.

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FHA: Cosmetic vs. MPR Repairs

Appraisal Today

MPR Repairs: Guidance for FHA Appraisers By: McKissock Excerpts: If you are appraising a property that needs some cosmetic repairs but meets FHA minimum property requirements (MPR) in its current condition, you should make the appraisal “as-is.” Owners with conservation easements can claim an income tax deduction.

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7 Takeaways: Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money in Real Estate

Raleigh Realty

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or you're buying again, you will want to know how Due Diligence and Earnest Money impact you as a buyer or seller in North Carolina The following article is going to be regarding Due Diligence, Due DIligence fees, and Earnest Money in North Carolina Real Estate.

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How Does Lot Size Impact Property Value?

CP Home Appraisals

If a specific lot is approximately 3,000 to 5,000 square feet larger than other lots, it should have an appraised value that is greater. Most buyers prefer more square footage in the backyard vs a street view. Many buyers will actually pay less for that kind of condition. The more important questions is by how much?