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Appraisal Foundation: Appraisers must take course on bias

Housing Wire

The answers to these questions will be supplied to the test taker, but they will have to figure out where those answers can be found within the book on standards, called the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Soon after, the Appraisal Foundation took control of USPAP.

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Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Review: Essential Handbook to a Necessary and Influential 2nd Opinion

The Robert Weiler Company

And, the commercial real estate appraisal review process is not just a second opinion or a survey to friends or even colleagues; it is a required, in-depth analysis by industry experts. For grants secured for commercial real estate acquisition or development, appraisal reviews are a must-have. Grant Applications. Litigation.

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Appraiser Liability Risks

Appraisal Today

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on AVMs and AI, good appraisal book, Real estate market, Fannie, non-lender appraisals, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Why you need this book Have you ever had to appraise a home with “no comps”? per month, $24.75

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Seminar Addresses Common Complaints Against Appraisers Through Case Studies

McKissock

Disciplinary complaints are a hot topic these days with appraisers. From accusations of bias or discrimination to failure to disclose significant real property appraisal assistance, complaints against appraisers are becoming more and more common. A : First, they should bring their current USPAP book.

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

The Robert Weiler Company

We believe that you’ll feel better informed, more confident, and maybe even a little enthusiastic when it is time to schedule a free consultation with a commercial property appraiser. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? The data is then analyzed and used to develop opinions of value.

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20 Awesomely Functional Gifts for Real Estate Investors [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

The Book, The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller. Touted by fans as a steal rather than a bargain, this book offers essential advice for real estate investors at any stage of the game. GIFTS FOR PROPERTY INVESTORS OF ANY TYPE: No matter the size of the property investment, certain items are necessities.

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Apps for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

My comments: I started appraising long before online MLS. For other cities, we used comp books (sales), microfiche, and other sources. But appraisers need other information. The videos above were the only appraiser sources I could find. In my small city, a local broker compiled a weekly list of sales and listings.