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Paperless Appraisal Office?

Appraisal Today

10 Steps to a Paperless Office By Mike Fletcher Excerpts: If you’ve talked to appraisers who have gone digital, you know they love not having boxes of old reports and workfiles cluttering their offices, homes, and garages and not spending money on paper, toner, and other equipment. Business is slow for many appraisers.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

What’s the difference between a home inspection and an appraisal? Before you get overwhelmed, take comfort that critical milestones of home inspection, appraisal and closing processes are all great ways to get more acquainted with your prospective new home. An appraisal is a valuation of a property by a third party.

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Beyond Buying and Refinancing: A Look at Alternative Types of Appraisals

Birmingham Appraisal

My Appraisal Business Has Shifted, Has Yours? When most people think about real estate appraisals, they often associate them solely with buying or refinancing a home. However, real estate appraisals serve many other essential purposes that extend far beyond these conventional uses.

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Unanswered Questions – Part 1

Appraisal Buzz

Like many busy appraisers, I can spend a lot of time in my own little world just trying to keep my head above water. Trying to meet deadlines, keep my clients informed, and put out a quality product in this busy market is enough to make my head spin. Herein lies the appraisal gap. Markets hate uncertainty.

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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

This week I have a bonus article for my appraisal colleagues who are interested in becoming expert appraisal witnesses in eminent domain cases. Appraising property in an eminent domain case requires unique expertise and skills. Appraising property in an eminent domain case requires unique expertise and skills.

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Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process

Raleigh Realty

Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process Wondering what to expect from your home appraisal? Now it's time for the home appraisal. But before you do there's one last factor to consider: the home appraisal. Here's what you need to know about home appraisals so that you come prepared.

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Closing on a House: Settlement Tips for Home Sellers

Realtor

While it’s certainly true that you can let go of the anxiety of needing to show your home at any moment, you still need to cooperate with your buyer, the buyer’s agent, and the commitments made in the contract. Another important step prior to closing on a house is the appraisal.

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