Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Sacramento, RedDoor calls itself a “digital first mortgage brokerage” that can preapprove a loan applicant “within 60 seconds,” likely what was appealing to the iBuyer. An Opendoor spokesperson declined to discuss how much buying RedDoor cost, and messages left with RedDoor went unreturned.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 3, 2022

” That’s something to keep in mind if you’re thinking of selling your home to buyers who may want to use FHA financing. Even if the home is not going to be appraised for FHA financing, if missing handrails are posing a safety issue, the appraiser must address this in their report. There are many types of stairs.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

A combination of elevated mortgage rates, sluggish home sales and inflation continue to plague the housing market workforce, with numerous mortgage lenders and real estate startups shedding employees. “Buy before you sell” firm Homeward slashed 25% of its staff this week in its second round of layoffs this year.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Just like going cheap when buying running shoes can be costly, the same is true when it comes to hiring an appraiser. They knew what homes were selling for in the neighborhood and felt that the appraiser’s opinion was a little off. I was given the option to postpone my run for a couple of years. Does it really matter in the long run?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2024

When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Similarly, data-driven marketing can be more cost effective, helping you focus your marketing budget on homeowners who are most likely to sell, and on buyers who are actively looking for their next home. Need more examples?

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A good real estate website includes more than just drool-worthy images of homes priced to sell. Your real estate website should serve multiple functions, almost like a digital business card with an MLS listing storefront, a booking platform, a home valuation page, and even your background story and biography.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Let’s look at a few examples: A home has three bedrooms, but to reach the third bedroom, you have to walk through the other secondary bedroom. A home has a separate formal living room, an enclosed kitchen, and a separate dining room. I always wonder about what appraisers from tract home areas think about Victorians.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2022

Federal Reserve in Washington, D.C. What happens when the Federal Reserve begins pulling back in a serious way from the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) market that it has helped to prop up through billions of dollars in bond purchases since the start of the pandemic in 2020 — to the point where it now holds a $2.7 trillion agency MBS portfolio?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

In this article, she offers some great tips on traveling between homes with our pets. Owning a home in another state can be a challenge with travel, organization, and house maintenance tasks. Another challenge for second homeowners is dealing with their pets. Another challenge for second homeowners is dealing with their pets.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 5, 2024

My office and home garage are filled up with paper files! NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on appraiser discrimination lawsuit, waivers, staying positive with slow business, appraiser’s economic forecast, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. I’ve seen this happen.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 26, 2024

I have also done many relocation appraisals, done before the home is listed. NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on agent concessions, History of appraisal bias back to 1930s, “one mile” rule and bias, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process Wondering what to expect from your home appraisal? You've found a home you love, put down an offer you're excited about, and the closing date is fast approaching. Now it's time for the home appraisal. What is a Home Appraisal? What is a Home Appraisal?

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The Robert Weiler Company

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Buying Columbus OH commercial real estate is a great investment. And it’s celebrated as the second strongest metro in the U.S. Columbus is home to the number one zoo, public library, science center, and ice cream! Why Buy Columbus Ohio Real Estate? Realtor.com says the median listing home price is $187 per square foot.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

SECOND HOME MORTGAGES JUST GOT MORE EXPENSIVE. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced changes to lending practices for second/vacation homes which will officially take place on April 1 st. With people having more flexibility to work from home, many people decided to purchase an additional home elsewhere.

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Will Springer Realtor

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Buyers looking to finance the purchase of a home amid higher interest rates and rising prices are looking closely at something known as a “mortgage buydown.” The lender charges an upfront fee to buyers to “buy down” the interest rate for a set amount of time, usually two or three years. What exactly is a mortgage buydown?

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Eppraisal

JUNE 20, 2023

In the first blog of our series, we covered the basics of preparing yourself for buying your first home. Now that you've assessed your financial readiness, obtained a pre-approval for a mortgage, and engaged a real estate agent, it's time to dive into the exciting process of researching and finding your dream home.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 15, 2024

When it comes to buying, selling, or refinancing a home, one important step in the process is getting a home appraisal. A home appraisal is a professional estimate of a home’s value and plays a crucial role in determining the market value of the property.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on USPAP and Personal Inspection, GSE Appraisal Modernization, Transaction costs and values including real estate commissions, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = So indulge in a gander at this quintet of gorgeous, glass homes.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 7, 2020

See the image below for an example of a new home that just hit the market. Whether it’s searching homes for sale online, finding information on neighborhoods/schools, or simply getting advice on how to buy/sell homes. Real estate blog. If your real estate website is your foundation, then your blog is the framing.

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Birmingham Appraisal

APRIL 25, 2023

If you’re looking to purchase a home and you’re financing it with an FHA loan, the property will need to meet certain requirements to be approved for the loan. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the FHA requirements for handrails and porch railings for an FHA appraisal. Handrails: Are They Needed or Not?

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 13, 2021

HOW MANY HOMES SHOULD I SEE BEFORE MAKING AN OFFER? Buying a home is the largest financial transaction most people ever experience. When making such a huge decision, buyers often wonder how many homes they should see before they make an offer on the one they like. Buyers who only see a few homes.

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Movoto

MARCH 8, 2024

That’s why we’re introducing The Home Stretch, a monthly real estate roundup to help you make informed moves. Median Home Selling Price Meanwhile, the median home selling price dropped slightly month-over-month to just under $380K, but home prices historically fall in winter months due to seasonality.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 19, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non-lender appraisals, forms to reports modernization, AMCs, earthquake risk, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. == == Rare Coastal Contemporary Manchester, MA, for $9M Excerpts: 5 bedroom, 4.5 It is human nature. Finally, I now see there is hope!

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 11, 2021

BUYING YOUR FIRST 2ND HOME. People purchase a second home for a multitude of reasons. Some are looking to have a home in a different climate, some are looking to have a home in the spot they’ve always vacationed, and some want another home closer to family. Know What Features you Want in the Home.

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Will Springer Realtor

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Whether you’re looking in Belltown or Bellevue, Bothell or Burien, buyers need to save up a whole lot of money before seriously considering a first-time home purchase. The funds are typically repaid when buyers eventually sell the home or when refinancing their mortgage. Not exactly. Read the fine print!)

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Will Springer Realtor

JANUARY 30, 2024

Imagine buying a car without taking it for a test drive before making a purchase. A home inspection is like a test drive for real estate. Just as you wouldn’t buy a car without knowing its condition, a home inspection ensures buyers are aware of the condition of the home they are considering purchasing.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 8, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Non-lender appraisals, dealing with lender hassles, real estate market, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = $36M Beachfront Beauty on Maui Hawaii Excerpts: What exactly makes this oceanside manse on Maui so desirable? With only one owner, the.47-acre

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Simonson Real Estate

OCTOBER 23, 2020

As the impact of COVID continues to unfold and the real estate market grapples with rapidly changing information and market conditions – commercial appraisers have had to quickly adapt to a new way of gathering reliable and credible data to base their appraisal analysis from. COVID-19 Market Analysis – Insights and Impact Analysis.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The appraisal value can make or break the deal, whether buying or selling a property. This blog will discuss everything you need to know about maximizing your effectiveness in challenging a low appraisal. Homeowners can also benefit from appraisals, using them to determine the asking price when selling their home.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

What is the average price of sold homes in your area? How many homes will you need to sell in order to reach your desired commissions? One of the first questions new Realtors have for me is always 'how much money will I make in my first year?' Also, how much will you have to spend to reach that number?

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McKissock

AUGUST 18, 2020

In my previous blog post , I observed that specializing in complex property appraisal can be very profitable for the residential appraiser—in Florida and all across the U.S. Luxury homes. I will never forget the time I had to do several dozen condos in the same complex; I was ready for a dome home about a third of the way through.

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Quicken Loans

DECEMBER 5, 2021

If you are a prospective home buyer, you know that one of the most difficult parts of pursuing homeownership is saving up for a down payment, but it’s absolutely possible. Most mortgage lenders would love if borrowers put down 20% for a home as it lowers their risk when funding the loan. Let’s explore how to save for a down payment.

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Movoto

APRIL 24, 2024

It’s a place that has seen large influxes of new residents over the last several years – it was the #1 most moved-to state in 2019 and took second place in 2023. People Moving to Florida: Why They’re Leaving Home Many times, people choose to move because they grow tired of the location where they live.

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Quicken Loans

DECEMBER 20, 2021

If you want to refinance and take advantage of the current low interest rate environment, but you don’t want to get rid of your home equity line of credit (HELOC) or other secondary financing, you have an option when it comes to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans. How To Refinance A VA Loan And Keep A Second Mortgage.

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Lamacchia Realty

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Quite often, too often, in fact, REALTORS ® hear home sellers say that they want to take their home off the market for the holiday season. September and October are usually the months with an increased number of homes on the market , and then as those homes sell or people begin taking them off the market, inventory decreases.

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Will Springer Realtor

AUGUST 22, 2023

You’re thinking about buying a home – probably this is the first, right? – I wrote that same message in one of my first blog posts in 2018. Before searching online for homes or contacting friends or associates for a few names of lenders, start with your finances. and you don’t know where to begin. And it’s true.

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Quicken Loans

DECEMBER 3, 2021

One of t he biggest advantages is the ability for veterans and service members to purchase a home with no money needed for a down payment. If you ever want to convert your home equity into cash, you can borrow up to the full appraised value of your home. Do VA loans require a home appraisal to qualify? VA Loan FAQs.

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