Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

How To Appraise Rural Properties Excerpts: Appraising residential properties in rural areas can be both challenging and rewarding. Unlike the standardized expectations of urban and suburban properties, rural properties often present unique characteristics that require a nuanced approach to valuation. Well written.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

So, you are getting ready to request an appraisal on a potential commercial property deal but have a few questions before you decide on what appraisal company to use. We’ve compiled the top six most frequently asked questions about our industry and appraisal reports so that you can navigate the appraisal world with ease.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 30, 2024

Commercial real estate appraisals are an integral part of buying or selling commercial properties. These appraisals provide an unbiased estimation of a property’s value, taking into account various factors such as location, condition, size, and recent sales of similar properties in the area.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Fannie Mae Filed a Complaint Against Me October 18, 2023 Excerpts: In June of 2021, I completed an appraisal for a conventional purchase. The appraisal was ordered by an AMC on behalf of a lender. The AMC stated that the lender indicated the appraisal received a high risk score by Fannie Mae. The post is long.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

McKissock Learning is hosting a FREE one-hour, non-credit Pro-Series webinar titled “Current Topics with the VA,” featuring a discussion with James Heaslet, Chief Appraiser for the Department of Veterans Affairs and Jeffrey Hogan, Vice-President at Veros Real Estate Solutions. View Pro-Series webinars.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 18, 2023

7 Must-Have Apps for Appraisers By: McKissock Excerpts: 1. Dragon is very well-liked among appraisal professionals, making it number one on our list of must-have apps for appraisers. Genius Scan This app gets a lot of love from appraisers. Dragon has been around a long time and is popular with commercial appraisers.

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McKissock

JANUARY 6, 2023

How about one for you and your appraisal business? Most of us are fee appraisers who work independently. Our opportunity is time—it’s time to take stock of where we are and perhaps consider diversification or an alternative appraisal career. Here are a few ideas for transforming your appraisal career in 2023.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 16, 2023

Excerpts: Following that thought process, our appraisal language has simply got to change to reflect current times. In addition, our lenders and GSE’s are implementing tools and programs to identify when “Certain prohibited, subjective or potentially biased words or phrases are included in appraisal reports.”

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 14, 2023

Appraising Fixer Uppers Excerpts: We’re all familiar with the term “fixer-upper.” The degree and cost to cure becomes an issue to buyers and sellers, and a challenge for appraisers. The rest of the post is a very good case study To read more, click here My comments: I have appraised many fixer-uppers.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 9, 2023

Quality refers to the quality of items, materials, and construction. When making appraisal adjustments, examine the quality of your data and remember that any quality ratings in your county records or MLS are not always reliable. Another appraisal challenge! Excerpts: Five bedrooms, 7.5 baths, 9,700 sq.ft.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 4, 2024

These tips are specifically designed with you in mind, to help minimize the number of revision requests you receive through a well-supported and credible appraisal report! Depending on location, features such as condition, quality of construction, room count, etc., Buyers generally prioritize location.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

As a commercial appraisal reviewer , before you accept a review assignment of a special purpose property, you should become very knowledgeable in understanding the “business component” of these types of properties. Below, we provide an overview of intangibles and outline six special purpose property tips for appraisal reviewers.

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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. Appraisal webinars: Get up to speed on hot topics in the appraisal industry with our Pro-Series webinars.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Are you interested in learning how to become a luxury real estate appraiser ? There are many reasons to consider specializing in this profitable appraisal niche. Here are helpful tips on how to become a luxury real estate appraiser. Here are helpful tips on how to become a luxury real estate appraiser.

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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. To simplify and demystify the commercial appraisal process for you, we have addressed 17 of the most important questions asked.

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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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McKissock

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Interested in appraising green homes? If you want to become a specialist in this growing appraisal niche, an important step is to make sure you understand the prevalence of green homes in the global and local real estate markets. Download this free ebook to learn the ins and outs of green home appraising. Green Building Council.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 19, 2023

Chat GPT For Fannie Form Appraisal Reports By Dustin Harris Excerpts: The world of real estate appraisal is constantly evolving (much to our dismay sometimes), and as professionals in this field, it is crucial to stay ahead of the curve by embracing innovative tools and technologies. The answer is, Yes!

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

What Level Appraiser Are You? What is the mark of an appraiser who is at the top of his or her “game”? For example, are you competent to prepare an entire appraisal from start to finish? But what if the appraisal form was completely blank with no boilerplate text? A Level 1 appraiser checks boxes.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 7, 2022

NAR Appraisal Survey 2022. Excerpts from NAR Report (link below): In May 2022, NAR Research conducted a survey of all 9,700 appraiser members and 50,000 randomly-selected non-appraiser members. The typical appraiser reports a 40-mile radius in which they conduct appraisals. While agents can “puff” we cannot!

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McKissock

AUGUST 18, 2020

In my previous blog post , I observed that specializing in complex property appraisal can be very profitable for the residential appraiser—in Florida and all across the U.S. The complex assignment is one in which the property to be appraised, the form of ownership, or market conditions are atypical. Design (dome, log, etc.).

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 26, 2022

Excerpt: We often receive questions from appraisers regarding Fannie Mae and the cost approach. For example: “I’m appraising a property and have been instructed to comply with Fannie Mae guidelines. Can I use the cost approach as the primary method of valuation?”. Appraisal Business Tips . Humor for Appraisers.

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Genworth MI Blog

JUNE 27, 2019

The home appraisal has been requested…the waiting begins. Will the appraiser give credit for all the upgrades in the home? Is the appraiser familiar with the neighborhood? Will the appraiser use good comparables? Will the appraised value be sufficient for the loan?”. Will repairs be needed?

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Genworth MI Blog

JUNE 27, 2019

The home appraisal has been requested…the waiting begins. Will the appraiser give credit for all the upgrades in the home? Is the appraiser familiar with the neighborhood? Will the appraiser use good comparables? Will the appraised value be sufficient for the loan?”. Will repairs be needed?

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 12, 2024

Desktop Appraisals: Who, When, and Why Excerpts: The ability to identify property characteristics without a personal inspection is not a new concept. Similarly, while not identical, appraisers generally use the cited sources above to identify the physical characteristics of comparable sales in their appraisals.

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DW Slater Company

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Consult with DW Slater Company appraisers to get an accurate valuation for your home. As one example, try using an online tool to design banners online for free and create eye-catching imagery that you can display at the top of your website. Consider Your Home Office Needs. Reach out today to find out more! 214-543-1653 or ?940-597-3533.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Clear Capital, a Reno-based real estate valuation technology company, has acquired Finland’s digital floor plan creator, CubiCasa , according to a press release sent to Inman. Immersive home tours and image metadata (pictures with embedded descriptions), for example, are part of that category and have largely driven its growth.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

This is part three of a three part series on appraisal review – Read parts one and two. When interacting with executive managers, I am often posed with the following question “How do you know when you are looking at a “good” appraisal?” The Recent History of Appraisal Revisions. Complexity in Process and Properties.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 13, 2021

.” We sat down with Greg Stephens, coordinator of this webinar with Metro-West Appraisal Company, to learn more about this free upcoming webinar. Greg: My background in the appraisal industry spans 44 years. Since 1987, I have been teaching appraisal-related courses through my seminar company, Appraisal Seminars.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 12, 2021

We sat down with Greg Stephens, coordinator of this webinar with Metro-West Appraisal Company, to learn more about this free upcoming webinar. Since 1987 I have been teaching appraisal-related courses through my seminar company, Appraisal Seminars. Can’t make that time for the webinar?

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Realvals

JUNE 18, 2023

In today’s dynamic market, there are many situations where you may need a real estate appraisal. An appraisal provides you with the clearest understanding of the value of your real estate. Whether you are buying, selling, or refinancing, an appraisal helps you make well-informed decisions in the process.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches Excerpts: Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. For many years I appraised in the nearby city of Berkeley, CA. Worth reading. A good summary. No effect on value.

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Empire Appraisal Group

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

In response, some local governments are seeking workarounds to help homeowners avoid wholesale reconstruction, but because the regulations are designed to prevent future flooding damage, federal officials seem unlikely to relax the rules. He said the building industry had asked for a 40% multiplier to mirror the rise in construction costs.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

I quit making dollar adjustments on form appraisals many years ago, but I always do market conditions adjustments when needed. I appraise a lot of 2-4 units and regularly go to other neighborhoods for comps. I do a lot of estate appraisals, which are not current value. Isn’t appraising boring? Excerpts: 8 bedrooms, 7.5+

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

NAR Appraiser Survey July, 2023 In July 2023, NAR Research conducted a survey of all 9,800 appraiser members and 50,000 randomly-selected residential-focused non-appraiser members. To read the report, click here My comments: Read the appraiser sections in the long report. This is up sharply from 27 percent last year.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Appraisers Share Their Best Tips for Working with AMCs. Appraisers tend to get annoyed with constant emails from the AMC about inspection date, completion, report submission, etc. My comments: Read this blog post with practical tips from practicing appraisers. Practical real estate appraisal writing tips for AMC questions.

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The Robert Weiler Company

MAY 14, 2021

It is a group of increasingly vibrant – “and growing” – individuals with many estate planning appraisal and real estate planning needs for multiple properties. How Are Real Estate Appraisals Related to Estate Planning? A designated trustee executes the transfer once the grantor has passed. He’s not even 30.

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