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Attracting More Appraisal Business

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Most appraisers are experiencing a significant slowdown in mortgage lending work due to rapidly increasing mortgage rates which are slowing down the housing market. So what can we do? In this article, I’m going to share some things that have helped me to do so. Hopefully, you will benefit from some of the things I mention here.

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What’s The Leaven Causing Home Prices to Rise Today?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

How does yeast work? Here’s a little video to explain how. By the way, did you know that there are many types of sourdough? Others have expressed concerns that we are headed for a housing crash, like in 2008. It only takes a few bad appraisers doing this kind of thing to cause home prices to artificially inflate.

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17 Realtors® Go Back in Time: First Year Real Estate Advice

Raleigh Realty

One of the first questions new Realtors have for me is always 'how much money will I make in my first year?' and in order to answer that question, you need to understand how Real Estate Agents make money. How many homes will you need to sell in order to reach your desired commissions?

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5 Helpful Steps When Selling a Home With Kids

Lamacchia Realty

Photo by: Roman Lacheev When selling your home, it can often be a stressful experience cleaning up and getting your house ready for showings. Adding children into the equation can turn this into an overwhelming situation for you. Stay Calm: Don’t lose sleep! People do this all the time.

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Appraiser Gets Subpoena – What to Do 3-17-23

Appraisal Today

Appraiser Gets Subpoena – What to Do Excerpts: As an appraiser, you don’t have to be sued or be facing a lawsuit to find yourself on the receiving end of a subpoena—staring down a lawyer who is peppering you with questions. The judge, however, will do whatever s/he chooses to do,” reports Andersen.

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How to select appraisal comps

Appraisal Today

To maintain objectivity and credibility, you should evaluate sales based on criteria that most accurately reflect comparability, rather than focusing on price. Do focus on characteristics of the property Identify properties with comparable square footage (including finished basements), number of bedrooms and bathrooms, lot size, view (e.g.,

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New Homebuyer’s Guide To Appraisals

Birmingham Appraisal

If you are a new homebuyer, welcome! Buying a home can be a confusing process, however, I hope that you have been able to surround yourself with knowledgable professionals who can help you navigate your first home purchase and make it an enjoyable experience. What New Homebuyers Need To Know About Appraisals.