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FHA proposes changes to 203(k) program

Housing Wire

There are two versions: the standard, which includes structural repairs and requires an approved consultant, and the limited version, which is focused on minor renovation and repair and does not require a consultant. Changes also include increases to the maximum amount for other allowable fees, including for draw inspection, which is $375.

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10 ways to use virtual reality technology in your real estate business

Housing Wire

Real estate agents can utilize VR to create interactive and engaging platforms that allow buyers to navigate properties virtually, gaining a comprehensive understanding of their layout, design and spatial qualities. Enables agents to showcase various interior design styles to cater to the preferences of diverse potential buyers.

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5 Landscaping Tips To Increase Home Value

D Fritz Appraisals

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. Join us as we cover 5 standout landscaping tips and backyard landscaping designs to increase your home’s appeal (and value!) Fritz Appraisals Inc.

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How to write a lead-winning, memorable real estate agent bio (+ examples)

Housing Wire

Tate knows the city, understands luxury, and loves historical architecture. Accreditations and designations Highlight your professional credentials and any special designations you’ve earned. Representing the top 1.5% of more than 1.6 Million licensed Real Estate Agents/Brokers nationwide.

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It’s 2022 - Home Decor Trends Have Dropped

PennyMac

So here’s some inspiration and a forecast of the top 3 design trends for 2022. Some of the hottest paint colors are inspired by nature, and wallpaper designs have followed suit. So as the current circumstances encourage you to embrace the flexibility of your home, don’t be afraid to decorate and design "outside the lines."

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Can a Shed Increase Property Value?

Lamacchia Realty

A well-designed and organized shed can store quite a lot, and reduce the number of extra items in your yard. Be sure to choose a shed with a similar color and architectural style to your home. Having this extra storage also provides a perfect opportunity for decluttering.

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2024 USPAP Changes Clarify Nondiscrimination

Appraisal Today

Its most remarkable attribute is the breathtaking views of Lafayette’s hills and Mount Diablo, visible from the expansive home and the vast outdoor area designed for living and entertaining. A home known as Chant du Cygne, designed by sculptor Wayne Trapp, who died in 2016. baths 3,597 sq.ft. 1.02acre lot. So the Charles W.