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

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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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. However, these restrictions may also limit modifications, potentially affecting the property’s market appeal. Worth reading.

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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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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

In recent years, it has become common for lenders to obtain hybrid appraisals. While appraisers provide an essential service through their reports, this work comes at high costs to the buyer or borrower. This cost can be measured in terms of dollars spent on an appraisal or the time required to produce a full appraisal report.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 1, 2022

During the appraisal and appraisal report review processes, barndominiums require special consideration, given that they are typically unique to a subject neighborhood. These appraisals take more time and effort, therefore you should charge more for them. Here are five guidelines to follow when appraising barndominiums.

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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. At that time, the real estate market was still being wildly affected by the COVID pandemic. The post is long.

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D Fritz Appraisals

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

What Can Impact the Cost of a Home Appraisal Whether you are buying, selling or looking to refinance your home, you will most likely need a home appraisal. While an appraisal fee is something you will need to add to your budget or closing costs, the good news is the cost of a home appraisal shouldn’t be a deal breaker.

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Appraisal Hub

OCTOBER 27, 2021

A professional real estate appraisal can help determine the real market value of a property. You will also need an appraisal if you want to use the property as collateral to get a small business or cash loan. It makes sense to have it appraised, too, so you can determine the best asking price.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 1, 2023

Lenders Not Using AMCs for Appraisals By: McKissock June 23, 2023 Excerpts: Some appraisers seek alternate ways to find work outside of appraisal management companies (AMCs). Below are helpful tips on how to find financial institutions and banks that engage appraisers directly on fee panels. More Crazy Appraiser Stories!

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Boston Appraisal

AUGUST 4, 2020

Receiving a copy of a residential real estate appraisal report can be a little intimidating. That appraisal report you are holding tells you so much more than a simple property value. We’re going to examine, in detail, the standard form appraisal report that is most commonly used for residential appraisals.

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Boston Appraisal

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

If you decide to take advantage of these all-time low rates, your lender will most likely order an appraisal. What happens if the new appraisal is less than original one? Before you assume the appraiser made a mistake, let’s look at three reasons why a new appraisal could come in low. The appraiser looks like the bad guy.

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Boston Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

But often, the role of the real estate appraiser is overlooked. As industry leaders in both residential and commercial real estate valuations, Boston Appraisal Services deeply understands the critical contribution that precise appraisals make in the estate planning matrix.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is a detailed report that helps real estate agents evaluate and determine the market value of a property. Property appraisal information Detailed outline or description of each property. These details are more relevant and appropriate in an appraisal. More on that later.

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McKissock

MARCH 22, 2022

Green homes require special consideration during the appraisal and appraisal report review processes, given that they are typically unique to a subject neighborhood. These appraisals take more time and effort, as well as a certain kind of knowledge and skill—which you can secure with McKissock’s Certified Green Home Appraiser program.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

How do appraisers consider appliances? also clarifies when appliances are required to be operational by stating, “Appliances that are to remain and that contribute to the market value opinion must be operational,” and, “The Appraiser must note all appliances that remain and contribute to the Market Value.”

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Appraisal Hub

JUNE 30, 2021

It may be beneficial to hire a property appraiser to determine the best price for it. No matter the size or type of commercial property, an appraisal can help you understand the market to ensure that you can purchase or sell the asset at a reasonable and competitive price. Where do you provide your services?

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

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 appraisals are a vital part of the home buying process as they have a big influence on the amount a lending institution will loan the buyer.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 19, 2024

The Sopranos – Lupertazzi’s Rough Up Appraiser To watch, click the video above. Members of the Lupertazzi Crime Family rough up an appraiser who is involved with Tony’s HUD scam. I will never forget “I’m only the appraiser!” Therefore, the appraisal industry must begin to push back.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 5, 2024

Bradley, SRA, CDEI, McKissock Learning On May 5, 2023, the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) voted to adopt changes to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), which will become effective January 1, 2024. I suppose it is because most appraisals are done (now) for residential lending purposes.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

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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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

This article was originally published in the latest edition of the Fall 2022 Appraisal Buzz Magazine! Once upon a time, there was a rich nation which valued many things. They all liked value. We have rules, we have standards, and we all know the exact definition of value. Let’s pretend market value is market value.

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Birmingham Appraisal

MAY 2, 2023

A Closer Look at The Retrospective Appraisal During the estate and tax planning process, one of the key concerns that clients often have is minimizing the tax burden on the heirs of an estate. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of a retrospective appraisal for estate and tax purposes for the heirs of an estate.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Homeowners can now get a StreetEasy estimate of their homes’ current market value based on features that are unique to New York City, the company said. Homeowners start by claiming their home, then requesting an AI-powered estimate of their home’s current market value, an estimated price per square foot and monthly rent.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

More Crazy Appraisal Stories! Excerpt: Restraining Orders & Appraisals – Never a Great Mix. The majority of my appraisal work is on divorces and estates, both of which have their fair share of crazy stories. I was appraising a home for a divorce several years ago. Many thanks to Appraisal Buzz for the image above.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 6, 2023

2024 USPAP Source: Appraisal Foundation The 2024 Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice is now available for purchase in physical and digital formats. When USPAP started, it was very exciting as appraisers had to decide what needed to be changed or added. This covers all Definitions, Rules, and Standards.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

If yes, then it’s time for you to consider relocation appraisal. Relocation appraisal is the process of evaluating a property’s value in the real estate market. It plays a crucial role in today’s real estate market, especially for employees and employers involved in workforce mobility.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

In recent years, it has become common for lenders to obtain hybrid appraisals. While appraisers provide an essential service through their reports, this work comes at high costs to the buyer or borrower. This cost can be measured in terms of dollars spent on an appraisal or the time required to produce a full appraisal report.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

In recent years, it has become common for lenders to obtain hybrid appraisals. While appraisers provide an essential service through their reports, this work comes at high costs to the buyer or borrower. This cost can be measured in terms of dollars spent on an appraisal or the time required to produce a full appraisal report.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 2, 2023

A Guide to Selecting the Right Appraiser Selecting a real estate appraiser is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your financial transactions and investments. Certification and Licensing Appraisal standards and regulations are vital to maintaining the integrity of the profession.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 31, 2022

This series of articles explores the role of appraisal review processes in the risk system in the format of mortgage lending for 1-4 family real estate. Throughout, I’ll address current practices and processes of appraisal review, measuring change through observations, and insight as to what is to come. The Appraisal Review.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 12, 2021

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. At some point it’s no longer “normal market value minus cost to cure equals as-is value.” Who might buy it?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

If you have trouble visualizing their design, request a 3D rendering. If you also keep your receipts and take before and after photos, you’ll have an easier time demonstrating the value of the work, making it easier to get top dollar when you sell. For more home advice and resources , visit the Cleveland Appraisal blog!

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Boston Appraisal

AUGUST 4, 2020

Receiving a copy of a residential real estate appraisal report can be a little intimidating. That appraisal report you are holding tells you so much more than a simple property value. We’re going to examine, in detail, the standard form appraisal report that is most commonly used for residential appraisals.

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Boston Appraisal

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

If you decide to take advantage of these all-time low rates, your lender will most likely order an appraisal. What happens if the new appraisal is less than original one? Before you assume the appraiser made a mistake, let’s look at three reasons why a new appraisal could come in low. The appraiser looks like the bad guy.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2022

This week, Betty White shares some things that can decrease property value. As a certified residential appraiser, I can tell you that while some of the things noted in this report can decrease value, they may not, so take these points with a grain of salt. Betty is not an appraiser. 1 Natural disasters.

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Robinson Appraisal Group

JULY 18, 2019

A hybrid appraisal is a valuation completed by a Licensed/Certified appraiser that is very similar to a desktop appraisal. It is a shorter appraisal form than the traditional appraisal and is performed by an appraiser who typically never visits the property.

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