Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2023

As Ketchmark began his questioning, he tried to show that the structure of HomeServices as the parent company of so many affiliates and franchises had the effect of enforcing the National Association of Realtors’ commission and Clear Cooperation policies. It’s a negotiation with the seller.”

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Appraiserblogs

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Could it be because of the racial bias complaint filed against me by an unhappy Seller… Fannie Mae accomplished what they set out to do in July 2011, when they initiated their Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and the Uniform Collateral Data Portal. Related Posts: Low Appraised Value = Racial Bias?

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 18, 2023

AGENT VS. REALTOR: WHY THE DIFFERENCE MATTERS Often, we hear the terms “real estate agent” and “REALTOR ®” being used synonymously. To the everyday buyer and seller , they may not think there is much of a difference between the two. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is America’s largest trade association with over 1.5

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2024

While the news of the National Association of Realtors’ settlement agreement in the commission lawsuits may have created panic at some brokerages , local Realtor associations and Multiple Listing Services (MLSs) said they were not only anticipating the news but were prepared for it.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

“Equipping our members with easy-to-use floor plan creation tools will enhance the services they offer to both homebuyers and sellers. Other notable MLSs in the program include Bright MLS , the Houston Association of Realtors and Georgia MLS. Cubicasa was acquired by appraisal management company Clear Capital in 2021.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Not helping FHA, VA borrowers get off the sidelines Under current FHA rules, sellers can contribute up to 6% in concessions to FHA borrowers to cover closing costs, prepaid expenses and discount points. It was through seller incentives that loan originator Ryan Grant helped his FHA borrower buy down 3.5 points from the 7.5%

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Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2021

First, the pre-approval letter tells the seller that you are serious about buying a home and that you have a commitment from a reputable lender on how much it will lend to you. Another seller’s home may need repairs, and you put in your offer the need for a seller credit to pay for them. In an extremely competive market?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2023

After months of a slowing housing market, sellers are offering more discounts to close deals and mortgage lenders are launching programs to protect their clients’ rates. “At the same time, data shows that sellers are more willing to negotiate as homes stay on the market longer.”

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Listing Spark

MAY 29, 2024

Traditionally, homeowners depend on realtors to navigate this complex venture, which often comes with a hefty 3% listing agent fee. But what if you could successfully navigate the intricacies of this journey without a realtor? Traditional realtors typically charge a commission of around 3% of the home’s selling price.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2024

Loan officers and mortgage executives expect home sellers and homebuyers to negotiate more aggressively on commission paid to buyer agents, potentially bringing costs down. That’s a problem because mortgage LOs traditionally have not “forged as deep of inroads” with sellers’ agents.

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Realtor

AUGUST 7, 2019

William_Potter/iStock Even if you’re new to this whole selling-a-house thing, chances are good you’ve heard of a home appraisal. And if you know just a little about the process, you know that the appraisal—a value put on your home by an objective third-party expert—can make or break your home sale.

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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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Listing Spark

JUNE 13, 2024

Selling a house without a realtor , known as For Sale By Owner (FSBO), can be a rewarding yet challenging venture. We want to make the process easier for homeowners, so we put together a shortlist of our top tips to selling your home without a realtor in Tennessee. First, let’s look at a few key points.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 15, 2024

With the real estate industry adjusting to the National Association of Realtors commission lawsuit settlement agreement , the importance of a tried and trusted MLS business partner is undeniable. It also provides immense value to appraisers as they use comprehensive, accurate data to ensure timely and accurate valuations.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

How Can Appraisers and Agents Work Together? In the often chaotic world of real estate, the appraiser-agent relationship can contribute to a smoother process. There are many areas that appraisers and agents can inform and educate one another so that each of their jobs is done more successfully.

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Riverfront Appraisals

JANUARY 25, 2023

FAQ #4 Are Appraisals Part of the Public Record? Have you ever wondered if the tax assessor gets a copy of your appraisal? Or maybe the seller of a home you’re purchasing? appeared first on Riverfront Appraisals.

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Realtor

AUGUST 7, 2019

William_Potter/iStock Even if you’re new to this whole selling-a-house thing, chances are good you’ve heard of a home appraisal. And if you know just a little about the process, you know that the appraisal—a value put on your home by an objective third-party expert—can make or break your home sale.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 28, 2024

compared with February 2023, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Percent in February appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. Pending home sales increased 1.6% in February compared with January but were down 7.0% Month-over-month, contract signings climbed in the Midwest and South but sank in the Northeast and West.

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Empire Appraisal Group

JULY 14, 2022

Source: Nearly Half of US Homeowners Considered ‘Equity Rich’ | Realtor Magazine. The post Sellers’ Market Peak? More Drop Their Asking Price appeared first on Empire Appraisal Group. South Carolina: from 35% to 41.2%. Montana: from 40.5%

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DataMaster

MAY 17, 2023

Recently Jared Preisler’s (DataMaster’s Chief Appraiser) son, Taylor, graduated from med school and was on the hunt for his first home. Taylor’s methodology and consequential selections surprised Jared, who is nearing his 27th year as an appraiser. “As an appraiser, I never really thought about that.

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Valcre

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A commercial property appraisal is a crucial component in purchasing a commercial property. Commercial property appraisals are so effective that realtors win multiple offers by using appraisal addendums when making an offer. What Do Appraisers Check for During a Commercial Appraisal?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 8, 2022

In a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors , floor plans ranked as the third most desired listing feature for homebuyers, after photos and detailed listing information. But floor plans are a relative rarity on multiple listings services: only 10-15% home listings in the U.S. have floor plans. said Allen.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 7, 2021

We recently summarized a report from the Urban Institute (UI) about the apparent reluctance of sellers to entertain offers from prospective buyers intending to use FHA or VA financing.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

As a southern California property appraiser, each year I attend Valuation Expo , the country’s largest trade show for real estate appraisers. Buyers and sellers? Realtors and Property Appraisers? The post Recap: Valuation Expo 2021 appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. So what’s the consensus, you ask?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Next, he has his buyers write a letter to the seller, a practice that has come under scrutiny lately for creating potential biases. I’d say there is a 50/50 chance of a letter having an impact on sellers, but when things are tough, it’s worth a shot,” Pascoe said. Pascoe said.

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Realtor

JUNE 24, 2021

Neustockimages/iStock How much does an appraisal cost? If you need a mortgage to buy a home , your lender will require a home appraisal —where a professional estimates the value of your place to make sure it’s at least enough to cover the mortgage. So how much does an appraisal cost? So how much does an appraisal cost?

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Helping Agents Understand Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales In the world of real estate, accurate property valuation plays an important role in the home buying and selling process. Appraisals provide an objective assessment of a property’s worth, ensuring accurate market value and facilitating successful transactions.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In metros across the country, decade after decade, pre-internet and post-internet, buyer agents almost always get 2-3% of the sale price, paid by the seller, the researchers note. and relied on salaried agents rather than commission-paid agents, who typically cost sellers 5-6%. One of the researchers, Will Fried, had a hunch.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

When there is land for sale – whether raw acreage, commercial property, or residential – a land appraisal is the key component of the process. Any loan for a property is based on the appraisal value. As a land buyer, owner, or seller, understanding the true market value of the real estate in question is important.

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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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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 28, 2021

real estate in 2022 may see challenges to its biggest enterprises, including the National Association of Realtors and Zillow , and shifting adjustments to how work is done amid the coronavirus pandemic. million homes sold at the end of September, according to National Association of Realtors data. on pace for 6.29

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 24, 2022

The share of millennial home buyers increased significantly over the past year, according to the latest study from the National Association of Realtors 2022 Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends report. The post Largest Share of Buyers Purchased Homes in Suburbs, Rural Areas appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Town & Country Residential Appraisals

JULY 5, 2022

The role of the appraiser is to be an unbiased objective party within the many facets of the lending process whether it be for a purchase, home equity loan or refinance. The buyer and seller might have opposing Interests but they equally desire for the sale to close.

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East Coast Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The appraisal process is critical to real estate transactions. Below are tips to help you get the right appraiser. Qualification and Licensing Ensure the real estate appraiser is qualified and licensed. Specialization Residential and commercial property appraisals differ.

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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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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

Professional staging services can be employed for those seeking expert guidance, although many sellers undertake this process. Getting a Real Estate Appraisal Securing a professional real estate appraisal is critical in accurately assessing your property’s market value before listing it for sale in British Columbia.

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