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The Pitfalls of Outlier Sales in Pricing a Listing

Birmingham Appraisal

Legal Implications If a buyer or seller relies on an inflated outlier-based list price to make a significant financial decision and later faces financial hardships as a result, they may pursue legal action. Related posts: What is bracketing and why should Realtors do it?

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Appraising Fixer Uppers

Appraisal Today

Appraisers sought to bracket the subject using three comparable sales. We have learned how to address areas that tend to be sticking points for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, such as bracketing elements of comparison. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages backed by the FHA decreased to 6.29

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

Portland Appraisal Blog

There has been a meeting of the minds, the contract has been signed and everyone is anticipating a smooth closing. Which is a legal no-no.). Oftentimes appraisers will embed a short essay/commentary about why their opinion of value doesn’t align with the negotiated sales contract. 4) “Bracketing” of most major features. (No

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home As a Government Employee

Raleigh Realty

Due diligence stretches from the time you sign a contract to closing. USDA loans are for those in the low to moderate-income bracket. In fact, your lender has a legal obligation to spell out these fees and mortgage terms. Ask around for recommendations so you get an experienced agent who puts you first.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

For certain parts of the economy, usually in the upper-income brackets, they didn’t carry a lot of debt and they couldn’t go out to spend their money. Properties are still going under contract. The typical real estate purchase process takes about 4-6 months (including being under contract for ~30-45 days). So, what did they do?