Sacramento Appraisal Blog

MAY 16, 2022

Dear Sellers, How are things? I hope all is well. It’s been such a crazy market, but things are starting to change. So, let’s chat. This is coming from a good place, and it’s based on observations and what I’m hearing from real estate professionals. WEBINAR ON THURSDAY: On May 19th at 10am I’ll be […].

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JULY 18, 2022

And sellers are losing it. Buyers are gaining power. I have some new visuals to show what the market is doing right now. These are for Sacramento, but I suspect many areas look similar. UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 7/20/2022 Beer & Stats at Out of Bounds (sign up (for real estate agents)) 7/26/2022 Navigating […].

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 6, 2021

The Urban Institute (UI) says it appears that the current sellers’ market is having a negative impact on government backed loans and the borrowers who need to use them. The post Sellers Are Rejecting FHA/VA Backed Offers; Buyers Passing Instead of Compromising appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 17, 2021

I’d love to share a helpful analogy for today’s housing market, let’s talk about unrealistic seller expectations, and then unpack some fresh stats. I have three things on my mind today.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Sellers have tended to be stuck in the past expecting the market to be hotter than it actually is right now. I love the original Back to the Future movie. Do you too? Well, I can’t help but think of today’s housing market compared to the film. And some buyers are stuck in the future, […].

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

MAY 25, 2021

Dear Sellers, How are things? I hope all is well. The housing market is so chaotic right now, so I wanted to share some thoughts and advice that I thought might help. This is coming from a good place and it’s based on observations and conversations with the real estate community. I hope this helps. […].

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JUNE 20, 2024

A seller thinks his property is worth about one million dollars more than it actually is because he hijacked a price per sq ft from a different house down the street and applied it to his own.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

The goal is to give some perspective and advice to sellers […] The post The insurance crisis is affecting the housing market first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

It’s important to cultivate objectivity and keep some things in mind about buyers, sellers, and concessions.

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Appraiserblogs

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Could it be because of the racial bias complaint filed against me by an unhappy Seller… Fannie Mae accomplished what they set out to do in July 2011, when they initiated their Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and the Uniform Collateral Data Portal. So what’s caused the sudden loss of income?

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It’s that time of year where we see less new listings due to sellers hibernating for the holidays, and some of the existing inventory just feels as stale as Aunt Tina’s green bean casserole that nobody wants to see during Thanksgiving.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The number of sellers who have not listed their homes this year is really starting to add up – not to mention a growing pile of buyers. UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 9/26/23 Orangevale […] The post Pent-up demand & glowing new construction first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Sellers have been saying goodbye to some of the equity they gained during the past couple of years. The post Saying goodbye to pandemic home price gains first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser. In Sacramento, we’ve actually lost 40% of the pandemic gains since May.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 28, 2024

CLOSING COST CREDITS also known as SELLERS CONCESSIONS will become even more common! Buyers , sellers , and sometimes even real estate agents get confused with how Closing Cost Credits or Sellers Concessions really work. Lately with all the real estate settlement talk they have often been referred to as Sellers Concessions.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 16, 2023

Could a seller credit damage the chance of appraising at the purchase contract? first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser. How are appraisers handling concessions to the buyer? These questions weren’t asked a year ago, but welcome to the 2023 housing market.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Today I want to share a stunning supply visual for Sacramento, and talk briefly about what’s happening with sellers and prices. Enjoy if you wish.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 6, 2023

Lamacchia Realty's Best Blog Posts of 2022. 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. Seller Resources.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Lamacchia Realty's Best Blog Posts of 2023 Real estate is a constantly evolving industry, and staying up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices is essential for success. That’s why Lamacchia Realty’s blog is a valuable resource for agents and clients alike.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The housing market is definitely heating up for the spring, but it still feels frozen with so many buyers and sellers sitting right now. I recently talked about sellers sitting out of the market, but today let’s look at buyers.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Homeowners, Don’t Make These Appraisal Mistakes When Selling Your Home As a real estate appraiser, I have seen many mistakes that sellers make during the appraisal process. In this blog post, I will discuss some of the most common mistakes sellers should avoid during a real estate appraisal.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Just hours after securing a victory for his home seller clients in the landmark Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit, Michael Ketchmark, the lead attorney for the plaintiffs, filed another class action antitrust lawsuit against some of the real estate industry’s biggest players, in U.S. District Court for Western Missouri.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Taking accurate measurements yields a more precise cost When setting the asking price for a home, what is one of the most important considerations for the seller and the real estate agent? And thank you as always for your being here to read articles at the Cleveland Appraisal Blog! Short-distance moving tips can make a big difference.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 2/19/24 Matt the Mortgage Guy YouTube […] The post The challenge of pulling comps in 2024 first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. I also have some market recap visuals to unpack what’s been happening in 2024 so far.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 01/12/24 Prime Real Estate (private event (I think)) 01/17/24 Gateway Event (private) 01/30/24 Joel Wright & Mike Gobbi Event 9am (on Zoom here) 2/09/24 […] The post Real estate trends to watch in 2024 first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 11, 2024

Today’s housing market faces a persistent trio of challenges,” says Odeta Kushi, deputy chief economist at First American, in a blog post. In the housing market, the seller and the buyer are, The post First American: Housing Market Currently Being Driven by the ‘Five Ds’ appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

Today, Cleveland Appraisal Blog shares a few tips for first-time investors. Cleveland Appraisal Blog offers a wealth of free information on every aspect of the appraisal process. A big thank you to Jessica for writing this article for the Cleveland Appraisal Blog and a big thank you to you for being here to read it!

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 28, 2022

Visit the Cleveland Appraisal Blog for expert advice and assistance. Jamie Owen of the Cleveland Appraisal Blog is a certified residential real estate appraiser, here to help with your appraisal questions and needs. Thanks for being here and to read articles from the Cleveland Appraisal Blog! – Birmingham Appraisal Blog.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 9, 2023

UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 8/18/23 Market & Mimosas (register […] The post A hot & cold housing market first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser. Scroll quickly by topic or digest slowly.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

SELLERS, HERE'S WHAT TO DO IF A BUYER REQUESTS REPAIRS AFTER INSPECTION Selling your home and moving into a new one can be an exciting life chapter. A common issue that sellers should be prepared for is a buyer requesting repairs after the home inspection. So, what do you, as a seller, do in this scenario?

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JULY 13, 2023

first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser. UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 7/20/23 SAR Market Update (in-person & livestream) 7/26/23 Fair Mortgage (details TBD) […] The post Did the housing market peak for the year?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 20, 2022

You can also listen right here at Cleveland Appraisal Blog! . The Tide is Turning – July Newsletter – DW Slater Company Blog. – George Dell’s Analog Blog. – Birmingham Appraisal Blog. Buyers take power from sellers. – Sacramento Appraisal Blog. It’s their turn.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JUNE 6, 2022

Sellers haven’t had to negotiate much with buyers over the past two years, but that’s starting to change. Let’s talk about this today by looking at seller concessions (credits for repairs, help with closing costs, etc…). I hope you enjoy, whether you’re local or not.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 26, 2023

This week, I welcome back guest blogger, Ashley Rodriguez with bins4less , who wrote this article for the Cleveland Appraisal Blog. Realtors can negotiate with the seller on behalf of the buyer, which can help save you money and ensure that you get the best terms possible. You can also listen right here at Cleveland Appraisal Blog!

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” Benefits of using today’s AI tools Create content When ChatGPT launched, real estate agents were immediately drawn to its ability to write listing descriptions and blog posts. So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job?

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Quicken Loans

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Current VA loan seller policies around concessions could also make the program even more attractive to eligible active duty service members, veterans and their surviving spouses. Before we go any further, let’s stop the record for a second and go over what a seller concession is. Seller Concessions Basics. The 4% Rule.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Sellers have been chasing the ball down the road. What I mean is prices have been going down lately, and sellers are trying to find the market through price reductions. I can’t speak for the entire country, but I’d like to talk about what’s happening locally.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 2, 2022

With dozens of moving parts, there are many places sellers can find themselves making mistakes and ultimately costing themselves money; markets evolve and what worked years ago may not work now. Below is a list of the most common mistakes home sellers make as well as recommendations for how to avoid them! Hiring the Wrong Agent.

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