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Consider These Factors Before Buying Land In 2023

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

So, here is another article from guest blogger Ashley Rodriguez. In this article, she discusses some things to consider before buying land. I hope you enjoy her article! Land ownership comes with legal obligations which can change quite a lot depending on where you are buying land. Hello, friends!

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3 Things An Appraisal Should Tell You That You May Not Know

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

With the massive amount of technology available to anyone who can access the internet, you might wonder why bother getting a real property appraisal? With a few quick online searches, in most areas, you can find the parcel number, legal description, and even some potentially comparable sales. Isn’t that all that appraisers do?

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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

The opposing side in one of the cases required that a new valuation be completed by a state-certified appraiser. In the other case, my client’s attorney recommended having their marital property appraised. But the owner felt that a real estate agent could do the same type of valuation as an appraiser.

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The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisals in Estate Planning

Boston Appraisal

As industry leaders in both residential and commercial real estate valuations, Boston Appraisal Services deeply understands the critical contribution that precise appraisals make in the estate planning matrix. Unlocking Tax Benefits A precise real estate appraisal also plays a significant role in tax planning.

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Is A Cubicasa Scan an Inspection?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

In one Facebook group the other day, (yes, I’m back on Facebook ) one member mentioned they feel that a person who scans a property to provide an appraiser with a floor plan should be licensed. It took me hours to measure the improvements on the property. I’ll be ready for the next complex property!

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Expert Witness Testimony: The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisers in Legal Disputes

Boston Appraisal

In legal disputes, the accurate valuation of real estate can be pivotal, making real estate appraisers key expert witnesses. Their specialized knowledge and objective analysis provide crucial evidence that can shed light on complex issues, shape legal strategies, and underpin strong case arguments.

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How to Become a Supervisory Appraiser

McKissock

Steps to become a supervisory appraiser Step 1: Meet the requirements Make sure you meet the minimum supervisory appraiser requirements outlined in The Appraisal Foundation’s Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria as well as any additional state requirements that may apply.