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The Appraiser’s Guide to Evaluating Home Value Before You Buy

Birmingham Appraisal

Condition and Age of the Property The age and condition of a home directly impact its market value. Renovations and updates can reduce these effects by increasing a home’s market appeal and extending its lifespan. The Local Real Estate Market Understanding the dynamics of the local real estate market is essential.

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Savvy real estate agents look beyond ChatGPT

Housing Wire

They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” AI models might not account for qualitative aspects like architectural uniqueness, interior design quality or the emotional appeal of a home. If the seller is familiar with ChatGPT, they will have high expectations and will undoubtedly be impressed.

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An Overview of Two Common Property Appraisal Methods

East Coast Appraisal

Accurate home appraisals benefit both property buyers and sellers. On the other hand, sellers avoid underselling their homes. The sales comparison approach determines the house's value based on the prices of similar houses that others have recently sold in the area. Architectural style. The Sales Comparison Approach.

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8 Home Appraisal Cost Factors in BC: What You Need to Know

D Fritz Appraisals

A home appraisal is a legal document that determines fair market value for a property. Occasionally, a seller will foot the bill if they are looking to incentivize the sale or demonstrate the potential for subdivision of the plot. What is an Appraisal, and Who Pays for it?

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Desktop Appraisals: Who, When, and Why

Appraisal Today

Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs): When homeowners apply for HELOCs, lenders may request desktop appraisals to ascertain the property’s value and determine the credit limit without requiring a full appraisal. Managing Investments: For investors who own multiple properties, desktop appraisals provide rapid updates on property values.

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NAR Appraiser Survey July, 2023

Appraisal Today

The architectural design avoids lines and straight angles to establish the idea of continuous fluidity. Properties sold due to a job relocation, estate settlement, foreclosure, or divorce may sell for less than market value. Therefore, the final price may not reflect the market value of the property.

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Appraiser Has Very Big Problems With Borrower

Appraisal Today

After a major interior makeover, the architecturally significant home is in Houston‘s upscale Piney Point Village neighborhood. That’s what makes midcentury architecture so appealing: It brings the outside in.” When a property goes under contract, that is an excellent sign of what the buyer and seller conclude the property is worth.