Housing Wire

JUNE 22, 2021

Real estate agents cited a lack of inventory as the main hurdle preventing their clients from completing a transaction, according to the National Association of Realtors. Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis. Lack of inventory. So, what does this mean for buyers? Should they give up?

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McKissock

JUNE 26, 2022

Without accounting for your real estate clients’ common needs and expectations , you might be underperforming and risk losing their business. Here are nine things your real estate clients are expecting from you as their real estate professional: 1. So, take the appropriate steps to ensure your clients don’t feel ignored.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 31, 2022

This is such a broad topic that can apply pretty much anywhere in a real estate transaction and it probably seems I am phoning this article in…(Get it?… Assuring that the appraiser has the correct contact information for an inspection is very important. If an inspection is delayed due to sickness or vacation, inform your clients.

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McKissock

JUNE 21, 2021

Inspections and appraisals come back with deal-breaking news. When those things happen, it will be up to you to deliver the bad news honestly and openly, without destroying your clients’ confidence in you or the whole process. Follow these tips to break bad news to real clients. Contracts fall through. Stay calm and upbeat.

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Housing Wire

JULY 20, 2023

Stop answering clients’ concerns by saying, “Yeah, there’s really nothing on the market, I mean everything in the MLS is already pending. No rehab for them and no inspection woes for you. Your client can get their home on the market a few months before construction is complete and not have to move twice. Next, the house is new.

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CA Realty Training

MARCH 22, 2021

The Buyer’s Inspection Advisory (BIA) is a disclosure that is included with the Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) when you make an offer on a home. Simply put, it is advising the buyer to have a professional inspect the property. In this case, the Buyer Inspection Advisory is for the buyer. SQUARE FOOTAGE, AGE, BOUNDARIES.

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Appraiserblogs

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Fannie Mae’s sweeping new national condominium regulations… Appraisers, Fannie Mae has changed inspection and reporting requirements for Condominiums, effective January 1, 2022. The article titled “How can appraisers evaluate aging condos without docs?” In an article released on CNBC….

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 12, 2022

And I remember the first time I started using a digital camera instead of a 35mm camera to take pictures during my inspections. One of my bank clients ordered one of the new Desktop Appraisals that Fannie Mae is accepting. Ironically, when making the inspection myself, no interior walls need to be provided. SOMETHING NEW.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 6, 2022

This article was originally published in the Fall 2021 Appraisal Buzz Magazine here. How many times have you had a client try to move the goalpost on you? “Oh It’s not the client’s job to understand this – that’s our job. It’s easier than you think to miss the basics.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

There had been nearly one-third of buyers who waived an inspection or appraisal contingency, but the last month it fell to just over 20% for both. Another measure the housing market, is whether a Realtor had a client who had a distressed sale in the last month. It is difficult to obtain a mortgage today.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2021

Nonprofits like HomeFree-USA also have a network of realtors, lenders, home inspectors and title companies that they work with on a regular basis, offering clients like Davis, who are seeking further assistance or advice, options for the resources and support they may need.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Between the complexities of the real estate market and the changeable landscape of financing and property value, your clients likely have an abundance of questions regarding the sale of their home. A: Perhaps the most complex moment in the sales process comes when your client receives an offer on their home. Home inspection fees.

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CA Realty Training

MAY 18, 2021

How does a real estate agent help their client buy a home? The second qualification is that it is a property that your clients might be interested in. Once you have found around 5-6 properties, it’s time to showcase them to your client. After you and your client found the perfect home, you have to make an offer on it.

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Boston Appraisal

MAY 17, 2023

The person who appraises the property, the appraiser, physically inspects the property to measure it, take pictures of it, and make note of the condition and the quality of the construction. The report must be signed and dated by the appraiser in order to be used by the client.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

In this article, I will explain the history of AI, the projected financial impact on real estate and the cutting-edge tools available today for savvy agents. If the reader and agent then engage in conversation, it’s doubtful the agent will appear proficient on the topic, creating doubt in the prospective client.

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McKissock

APRIL 10, 2022

.” “For many brokers, being independent is the only way to go, and when paired with the resources and relationships of LeadingRE, they enjoy the best of both worlds,” the article explains. ” Read the full article here. ” Read the full article here. .” ” Read the full article here.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 6, 2022

If you’re a senior and considering moving, this article offers some tips that may make things a little easier. I hope that you enjoy her article! I hope that you enjoyed this article! Thanks so much, Betty, for writing this article for the Cleveland Appraisal Blog. Did You Mislead Your Client Today?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

My clients said that one of their neighbors has people coming and going until late in the evening, most evenings. This article is not intended to poke fun at people that suffer from different illnesses. They take a lot of work after the inspection is completed. Here are some links to other articles I’ve enjoyed recently!

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Revolutionizing Home Inspection. For real estate professionals trying to help clients navigate the “frenzied” housing market of the past 18 months, “Pillar to Post Home Inspectors ® ‘ newest suite of tech-powered products couldn’t have come at a better time.”. Read the full article here. Read the full article here.

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McKissock

AUGUST 30, 2022

A major source of frustration for appraisers is the realization that clients do not have to follow USPAP. The ethical and performance requirements of USPAP apply only to appraisers, not to clients. Educate your appraisal clients. You might be surprised at your client’s response if you take the time to educate him or her.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

You can read more about property inspection waivers in a past article I wrote. Appraisal vs Home Inspection. As a new homeowner, you might be confused about the differences between an appraisal and a home inspection. Home inspections are normally regulated by the state.

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McKissock

MAY 18, 2021

While the appraiser has broad flexibility in the level of detail and manner of disclosing the scope of work in the appraisal report, there must be sufficient information contained in the report for the client and other intended users that rely on the assignment results to understand the scope of work performed.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 6, 2023

That’s why Lamacchia Realty’s blog is a valuable resource for agents and clients alike. In 2022, these were the 10 most popular articles on our blog, covering a range of topics including market analysis, new developments, and homebuying tips. There Is No Pass or Fail with Home Inspections. Click Here. Click Here.

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CA Realty Training

JULY 26, 2021

If your client is buying a house with defects, they don’t have to stay silent. Get a Home Inspection to Find Every Defect. Buyers should request repairs after a home inspection. . This list is called the inspection report. A real estate agent should talk to their client about the inspection report.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 27, 2022

In addition to written data collection, you can also take pictures of the properties that are inspected. Whichever brand you use you can be assured that a laser measuring tool can help to reduce the time and effort it takes to measure a house during an appraisal inspection. This software can be used on tablets or cell phones.

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McKissock

JULY 26, 2022

Here are some tips on how to make the real estate transaction process as smooth as possible for you and your buyer clients. Timeliness and types of inspections. What if you have two clients interested in the same property? It is entirely possible that you may have two different buyer clients interested in the same property.

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McKissock

JANUARY 31, 2023

” “There is a lot of research and number crunching to do, so asking for a value at time of inspection is a no go.” ” “I wish they understood that strategic partnerships between agents and appraisals could maximize value for our clients and create efficiencies for our business!”

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McKissock

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Yet marketing and networking are super important for bringing in new clients and growing your business. For helpful tips, read this article titled “Promoting Your Appraisal Business on Social Media.” ” Obtain clients / solicit business. Manage client expectations. Meet client turnaround times.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Use a mobile app for inspections, rather than desk typing. Use a mobile app for your appraisal inspections (e.g., On the days when you do go out, minimize driving time by scheduling all appointments (inspections, comp photos, etc.) Take at least some comp photos at the same time you inspect the subject property.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

I am working on an article on Hybrid Appraisals for the November issue of Appraisal Today. To me, the big issue is who is doing the inspections. An AMC can offer different levels to their clients, depending on how much reliability their lender customers want or need. Inspection training was very good. Not very positive.

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McKissock

APRIL 28, 2021

One big reason clients choose to work with you is that they know you can help guide them through the buying process. It’s easy for clients to get caught up on small details that weren’t their focus at the beginning. Add a home inspection contingency clause to the contract as well for further peace of mind. .

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CA Realty Training

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

We will discuss the three contingencies that you’ll see, which are appraisal, inspection, and loan. So, the buyer will pay for an appraiser to inspect and write a report on the home’s value. What is an Inspection Contingency? A general inspection contingency is to understand the home’s structural integrity.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 13, 2020

” “Lockboxes,” “move-in inspections,” and “move-out inspections” were also mentioned. BombBomb —a video platform that will transform the way you communicate with clients. However, this article outlines some ways that you can save on office supplies. Technology subscriptions (11%).

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McKissock

MAY 11, 2021

I use it of course to take calls, but I also use it to take photos, for research, emails, calculations (HP 12C app), reminders, keeping track of appointments, Siri helps me locate subjects and sales, an app to confirm coordinates for clients, etc. HomeView inspection tool. ” Other well-loved appraisal software tools and apps. .”

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CA Realty Training

JULY 20, 2021

When you’re an agent, you represent your clients. Prepares and sends disclosures and local addendums to clients for signature. But, don’t expect them to negotiate terms with the other agent or their client on your behalf. . Scheduling Inspections. But, they won’t schedule general or termite inspections.

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McKissock

JULY 19, 2022

According to an article published in The Miami Herald , the FBI reported almost $1 billion was “diverted or attempted to be diverted” and wired to unlawful accounts in 2017. Looks can be deceiving, so be sure to ask for the paperwork showing that routine inspections have been performed. An unwillingness to provide routine paperwork.

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McKissock

JUNE 24, 2022

While change can feel uncomfortable, we challenge you to see it as an opportunity to better service your clients—and to boost your appraisal career. Virtual inspection technology is already making a splash in the industry, and more apps and software will be available to help you be more efficient and accurate.

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