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Appraisal Comparable Guidelines – What Do Appraisers Look For in Comps?

Realvals

This article will go into detail about the appraisal comparable guidelines used by appraisers and the exact characteristics that appraisers look for in comps. View our prior article for more information on how to read an appraisal report. Bracketing. Therefore, the lot size is “bracketed.”. What are Comparables?

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Investment Property: How Much Can You Write Off on Your Taxes?

Zillow

Warning: This article is not going to make you an expert. If you're in the 28% tax bracket, you'll pay a 28% tax on short-term capital gains. Depending on your marginal income tax bracket, these taxes could range from 0% to 15%. Legal fees related to your investment properties or business. Taxation of rental income.

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Appraising Fixer Uppers

Appraisal Today

Appraisers sought to bracket the subject using three comparable sales. Lots of good, practical ideas for you in this article in the monthly newsletter! We have learned how to address areas that tend to be sticking points for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, such as bracketing elements of comparison. Cancel at any time for any reason!

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Getting Appraisers to Reconsider Value—Do’s & Don’ts

Portland Appraisal Blog

Which is a legal no-no.). 4) “Bracketing” of most major features. (No I hope this article is somewhat helpful for agents. Click here for a one-page summary of this article. If any of the above points are all valid for your deal it could result in a different value conclusion. 2) No sales over a year.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

I’ll save the details for another article, but I think you want to ask yourself: “Now that the American population knows the government has the ability to provide trillions of dollars of stimulus money in any given year, do you think they’ll elect politicians who choose to say ‘No More’ ? So, what did they do?