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Appraisal Institute Counters Flawed Appraiser Bias Narrative

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NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non-lender appraisals, forms to reports modernization, AMCs, earthquake risk, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. == == Rare Coastal Contemporary Manchester, MA, for $9M Excerpts: 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 5,258 sq.ft. percent from 7.01 percent from 7.13

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USPAP Myths for Appraisers

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Modern Montauk NY ‘Tree House’ Offers Sweeping Oceanfront Views for $7.5M It’s known as the “Modern Montauk Tree House,” the listing notes. baths An architectural masterpiece designed by World renowned architect Harry Gesner and a wonderful fusion of modern architectural style with Gothic castle.

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Lenders Not Using AMCs for Appraisals

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The architectural marvel, known as the Rotating Home, sits high on Mount Helix. As several calls to the listing agent have gone unreturned, we (and social media) are left wondering why this modern marvel hasn’t sold. The unconventional, bridge-like design features 2,118 square feet of living space filled with skylights and windows.

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What is Your Appraiser Level? Why Does It Make a Difference?

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The real estate appraisers of old used to network more, market their services, and sell themselves more than today’s modern appraiser,” remarks Mark Skapinetz, an independent real estate appraiser in Georgia who operates a 100 percent non-lender appraisal firm. Goes way beyond the traditional architectural styles. Budget cuts.

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Strange Properties Appraisers Have Seen

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acre lot There’s nothing like waking up to ocean views—especially if you’re nestled in a 4,650-square-foot architectural masterpiece with a mystical portal that delivers the sound of the ocean right to your bedroom. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages backed by the FHA increased to 7.52 percent from 7.70

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Apps for Appraisers

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acre lot Excerpts: An extraordinary Bel-Air architectural triumph with awe-inspiring city and ocean views! Designed and built by world-renowned contractor, Matt Construction, interior designers Meyer Davis and architects Shubin + Donaldson, no expense was spared in constructing this exceptional estate over a six-year period.

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FHA Handbook 4000.1 Appraisal Changes

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The modern kitchen features wide-board pine floors and lots of windows to soak in the natural light. Excerpts: The owners of an architectural marvel in New Marlborough, MA, are hoping to reel in $15.5 The design of the 10-bedroom house is the brainchild of its art historian homeowners, along with U.S. But the star attraction?