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Is Your “Crazy” Neighbor Lowering Your Home’s Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Could being located next to a property that is an eye-sore cause a loss in market value to your home? Part of our work as appraisers is to consider whether situations like this are influencing the market value of the home we are appraising. Of course, that’s not the same as market value.

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Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches

Boston Appraisal

This article provides an insight into the appraisal process of historical properties, emphasizing the role of market data, potential buyers, specialized databases, appraisal methods, and the significant impact of preservation restrictions. However, it may lack the historical significance that often adds value to preserved properties.

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What Size Dumpster Is Normally Needed for A Kitchen Demo and Remodel?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Having had our kitchen gutted and remodeled a couple of years ago, I can honestly say that I had not thought about this question before our renovation. Also, if you are planning on doing a complete gut renovation of your kitchen, it is best to go for a larger dumpster, as the amount of debris generated will be significant.

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

I hope you find her article to be helpful! For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. Going for an as-is home sale eliminates the need for a lengthy renovation process. ’ The Pros of an As-Is Home Sale.

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3 Ways Agents Can Help Appraisers to Be More Accurate

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

We also use the MLS to analyze the market trends and to make market-based adjustments for things such as changes in sales prices, as well as features of a home that have a major impact on market value, like finished square footage, bedroom, and bathroom count, lot size and so on. Click here to visit their website.

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Surprising Things That Can Decrease Property Value

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

I’m so sorry for the weeks I missed posting articles last month. This week, Betty White shares some things that can decrease property value. As a certified residential appraiser, I can tell you that while some of the things noted in this report can decrease value, they may not, so take these points with a grain of salt.

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How reverse mortgages could improve financial stability for older homeowners

Housing Wire

Also, an independent appraisal during the loan process locks in the property’s market value at the time the reverse mortgage loan is funded. Take a look at some of the most recent press – The New York Times published an in-depth article in April 2022: “Reverse Mortgages Are No Longer Just for Homeowners Short on Cash.”.

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