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Why Appraisers Don’t Depreciate Land

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

When developing an opinion of the market value of a property, what appraisers are really measuring is how much depreciation a property has suffered from, and more specifically how much depreciation the improvements on the land have depreciated. However, there are other methods for estimating land value. Depreciation!

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Appraisal Reports Are Like Flipbooks

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

A flipbook is a book with a series of pictures that change slightly with the turn of each page. When flipping thru one of these books, the viewer’s mind fills in the gaps between pictures so that an animated story and picture develops. According to Wikipedia , the oldest documented flip book appeared on March 18th, 1868.

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Appraisals – Check the Water Source!

Appraisal Today

It did not even though many lots nearby were developed. NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on real estate market, USPAP and contracts, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. ==. My Comments on Market Changes. USPAP and the Contract. It was shared by four nearby homes.

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What Do Appraisers Look For in a Sales Contract?

Appraisal Today

What Do Appraisers Look For in a Sales Contract? Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? Secondly, the appraiser is likely familiar with the local real estate contract forms, customary terms, and conditions of real estate transactions in the area, and might be able to identify irregularities and comment on them.

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The Cost Approach: An Underutilized Approach to Value

McKissock

There are occasions when the income approach can be the primary indicator of value for residential properties, such as developments with a high percentage of homes owned by investors. If you feel you need some guidance, there are books and courses that include training on the cost approach, and on estimating depreciation.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

If you’re reading this article, you will likely need a commercial real estate appraisal for property being sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed. The data is then analyzed and used to develop opinions of value. Market value is the most likely selling price a knowledgeable buyer would pay to a knowledgeable seller.

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Subject Property Location in Appraisals

Appraisal Today

When developing an opinion of the market value of a property, what appraisers are really measuring is how much depreciation a property has suffered from, and more specifically how much depreciation the improvements on the land have depreciated. While it’s true that land values change over time, the land is a finite thing.