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Why Agents Should Share Their CMA With The Appraiser

Birmingham Appraisal

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

If agents can use the same techniques an appraiser uses the likelihood of there being a big discrepancy between the contract price and appraisal is reduced. 3) Use bracketing when choosing comps- The technique of using sales that are larger and smaller than the home you are pricing is referred to as bracketing.

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The Pitfalls of Outlier Sales in Pricing a Listing

Birmingham Appraisal

Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent or a curious homeowner, understanding the dangers of outlier sales can help ensure a more accurate and fair representation of property values. The Agent’s Role in Pricing Pricing a home accurately is a pivotal step in ensuring a successful sale.

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home As a Government Employee

Raleigh Realty

You want to choose the best price available Find an Agent Yes, it does cost money to hire a real estate agent. With an agent, you get a professional who knows the ropes. Ask around for recommendations so you get an experienced agent who puts you first. But it saves you a tremendous amount of time and stress.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

SUMMARY: Coming off a record year, the Houston real estate market started 2021 in a seller’s market. The average household finances are in the best shape they’ve ever been in. Paige Martin is the #1 Individual Agent with Keller Williams in the State of Texas and team lead of The Houston Properties Team. Get PDF Now.

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Getting Appraisers to Reconsider Value—Do’s & Don’ts

Portland Appraisal Blog

You’re a real estate agent and after a lot of back-and-forth, give-and-take, offers and counteroffers, you’ve helped your client negotiate a sweet price for their home. There has been a meeting of the minds, the contract has been signed and everyone is anticipating a smooth closing. What just happened?