D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 4, 2024

Essential Landscaping Tips and Tricks Details such as landscaping designs and quality craftsmanship in a home can make a dramatic first impression on prospective home buyers. Fritz Appraisals Inc. has decades of experience and ideas to help homeowners increase the curb appeal of their homes. Fritz Appraisals Inc.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 6, 2024

If this trend continues, consumers and appraisers will need to have a heightened awareness of where and how insurance pricing or availability is affecting house prices.” And in some condominium markets in Florida, home values are taking a hit as insurance premiums skyrocket.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 26, 2023

Most weeks I perform appraisals for divorce or a marriage dissolution. In recent years, on several occasions, I have been hired to appraise a property after a valuation service was provided for my client by another real estate professional. But then they had to hire me to perform an appraisal. That’s right!

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

Home values have increased over the past several months and consumers are realizing there is more equity in their homes than anticipated. This realization has increased demand for wholesale lenders and brokers as borrowers look to refinance, cash-out refinance or otherwise take advantage of the equity in their homes.

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Clear Capital

MAY 4, 2021

Watch our panel session from IMN Jumbo Mortgage Loan Virtual Symposium to hear the panelists discuss housing market trends, changes in the appraisal process, forecasting home prices, and how housing migration is affecting the jumbo market.

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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. Online home value estimates, however, are not a substitute for a house appraisal carried out by a licensed real estate appraiser.

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BiggerPockets

APRIL 22, 2021

Your ability to qualify for a mortgage hinges on your home appraisal—so how can you maximize your home's value? Here, learn how to challenge a low appraisal and get the highest valuation possible.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2022

However, many lenders have issues building profitable home equity programs due to some misconceptions about handling valuations in a way that ensures they are underwriting quality loans. Misconception #1: You need an appraisal every time you do a loan. Misconception #2: AVMs are not an accurate way to gauge home value.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This article was first published in the Fall 2021 Edition of Appraisal Buzz Magazine. Appraisers use three different property valuation methods: (1) Sales Comparison relates the estimated value of our subject property to similar settled, active, and pending market sales. (2) Now, we all fondly (?!)

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McKissock

MAY 13, 2022

How do you stay up-to-date on the latest appraisal news and trends? They’re also entertaining and super convenient since you can stream them during your morning commute or while you’re driving to appraisal appointments. Whether you listen in your car or at your desk, here are seven excellent appraisal podcasts to check out.

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Appraiserblogs

MARCH 15, 2023

It’s no secret that AVMs have been a thorn in the side of real estate appraisers since they first came out. Despite all their bells and whistles, these automated valuation models still rely on inaccurate public records and often come up with wildly inaccurate home values. Related Posts: No Appraisals Required.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 26, 2024

However, there are six other types of real estate transactions that you need to know about so you can specify these sale types in your appraisal report as they can affect the market value of the property. For appraisals required to be Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) compliant, you must indicate the type of sale for the transaction.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Shared equity programs are growing across the country, and lenders and appraisers should understand the nuances of these programs to ensure accurate valuations. When the subject property is a shared equity property A lender should specify in the appraisal order whether the subject property is a shared equity property.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2022

The Supreme Court weighed in on a class action lawsuit against Quicken Loans , now Rocket Mortgage , regarding its appraisal practices during the financial crisis, delivering a procedural win for the mortgage lender. million stemming from allegedly tainted appraisals for 2,769 mortgage loans Quicken Loans originated from 2004 to 2009.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 13, 2021

year-over-year increase in home values. Rapidly accelerating home prices come with a variety of challenges for lenders and real estate agents, including one of the biggest pain points right now — the appraisal gap. Garrett said aside from cash buyers, he also has clients who have money to offset any appraisal gap.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 22, 2021

How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers? To keep up with the high demand amid the ongoing pandemic, appraisers need a remote solution that keeps them in full control. Redfin’s report found that rural home values climbed by 46.2% Meanwhile, the value of suburban homes rose by 25.9%

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Premier Home Appraisal Blog

MAY 30, 2023

My home appraisal saved me money! PMI is typically required when you put down less than 20% on the purchase of a home, but once you reach the equity threshold of 20%, you may be eligible for PMI removal. That's where our home appraisal for PMI removal comes in. This is where the appraisal process comes in.

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Appraiserblogs

JANUARY 11, 2024

In the Spirit of Equity Fannie makes its subsidies for blacks explicit, but they don’t appear to extend to other racial groups such as Hispanics… Appraiser Bias Allegations Unmask Debt Traps Claims of tainted appraisal unmask something else. the renewed “churning” of mortgages by nonbank lenders.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 23, 2023

This Is Where Appraisal Liability Risks Lie (Plus Tips on How to Avoid Them) By: McKissock Excerpts: While it’s difficult for a litigant to win a judgment against an appraiser, that doesn’t spare appraisers the inconvenience of being sued, which can be costly, time-consuming, and harmful to one’s reputation even if the suit fails.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

What is an home appraisal? Why Didn’t My Home Appraise Higher? Appraisals can be confusing. A friend (I’ll call him Art) recently had his home appraised. When the appraisal came back, he was shocked to see that his home appraised for less than two homes nearby that had recently sold.

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Empire Appraisal Group

MARCH 16, 2022

CFPB Wants to Remove Bias in Algorithm Appraisals. An automatic appraisal that uses historical data can simply mirror existing discrimination, says the national consumer agency, now reviewing loan algorithms. The technical term for them is automated valuation models (AVM). By Kerry Smith.

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Housing Wire

MAY 11, 2021

This is why most automated valuation models (AVM) default to assessing “average” quality and condition. As a result, it is often difficult to differentiate (and accurately value) properties at the above-average and below-average ends of the spectrum.

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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. Read on for more information about how a home appraiser determines the value of your property. Type of foundation.

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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? You've found a home you love, put down an offer you're excited about, and the closing date is fast approaching. Now it's time for the home appraisal. What is a Home Appraisal?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2021

HUD plans to launch a “first-of-its-kind interagency effort” to combat inequity in appraisals , according to a White House press release. How hybrid title and valuations help increase lending efficiency. Why use several vendors for title searches, appraisals and underwriting when you can use one?

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Appraiserblogs

APRIL 23, 2024

In a recent discussion within the comments section of an article titled ‘The Censorship of Appraisers,’ appraiser Spencer Paul shared a concerning statement from an underwriter about an adjustment made by Fannie Mae’s Collateral Underwriter tool. Related Posts: The One-Mile Rule: Prudent Policy or Modern Day Redlining?

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Be Prepared for an Appraisal for a Positive Impact on Your Home’s Valuation. Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. How Do I Get Ready for the Appraisal on My House?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2023

Property Appraisal. I would be remiss not to choose appraisal as the first area that desperately needs action. And yet, 2023 could prove to be one of the greatest turning points for appraisal in decades. Homeowners should have direct access to accurate home value and equity data so they can make wise financial decisions.

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Appraiserblogs

APRIL 13, 2023

High interest rates and falling home values mean borrowers north of the border aren’t able to refinance out of these toxic mortgages. Home Valuations Are Being Subverted At the crossroads of it all is a campaign to weaken or eliminate valuations. Mortgage Underwriting appeared on Appraisers Blogs.

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Appraiserblogs

APRIL 28, 2022

This person’s, Dr. Elizabeth Korver-Glenn, PhD, work is one of the key reasons why there is so much chatter about racist appraisers in the US. Related Posts: Appraisers Don't Use Race Appraisers don’t use race. Race is NEVER considered during a valuation Last week in a congressional hearing on the future….

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East Coast Appraisal

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

If you plan to refinance or sell your home, you should first determine its fair market value. Then, property appraisals are an opportunity for an appraiser to check your home's quality, condition, amenities, location, and other special features that affect its value.

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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. At some point it’s no longer “normal market value minus cost to cure equals as-is value.” In my MLS “contractor special” is often used.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Zillow, one of the most wide-known AVM’s has stated that their values are not to be considered as appraisals. Though, sadly some still view these types of value outputs as reliable. So, why offer a valuation service that provides values that should not be relied upon? Here is what Zillow states.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

What is an home appraisal? Why Didn’t My Home Appraise Higher? Appraisals can be confusing. A friend (I’ll call him Art) recently had his home appraised. When the appraisal came back, he was shocked to see that his home appraised for less than two homes nearby that had recently sold.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

What is an home appraisal? Why Didn’t My Home Appraise Higher? Appraisals can be confusing. A friend (I’ll call him Art) recently had his home appraised. When the appraisal came back, he was shocked to see that his home appraised for less than two homes nearby that had recently sold.

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Houston Properties

JULY 22, 2022

Home Value Of My House: Tips for Pricing Your Houston Home. Asking yourself, "What is the home value of my house in Houston"? Use this Houston home valuation tool from HoustonProperties.com. Value Your Home. Planning to sell your home but overwhelmed with all the steps to take?

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Whether you’re selling your home to begin a new adventure or refinancing your existing home, getting an appraisal with the value you want is an important hurdle to clear. You may feel that the appraisal process is out of your control, but there are many easy and inexpensive ways to get both yourself and your home ready.

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