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The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals Part 5:  What is bracketing and why do we do it?

Riverfront Appraisals

So far in our series, we’ve looked at final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, and reconsiderations of value. The post The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals Part 5: What is bracketing and why do we do it? So if this is […]. appeared first on Riverfront Appraisals.

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The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals Part 6:  How are FHA Appraisals Different From Others?

Riverfront Appraisals

So far in our series, we’ve looked at final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, reconsiderations of value and bracketing. […]. This post is part six of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. We’re halfway there!

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The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals Part 7:  How Can the Appraisal Process be Sped Up?

Riverfront Appraisals

So far, we’ve covered final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, reconsiderations of value, bracketing and FHA appraisals. For the past six months, I’ve been blogging with the purpose of assisting loan officers to better understand the appraisal process. And, you’ll definitely […].

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2024 Bidding Wars – How to Strike and Win

Lamacchia Realty

The first line of defense is hiring a REALTOR® who is experienced in handling the complexities of multiple offers in this adjusting market with higher rates. They should be well known, respected among agents in the area, and highly specialized in mortgage lending. Real estate is a long game.

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Why Agents Should Share Their CMA With The Appraiser

Birmingham Appraisal

The lender then obtains an appraisal to make sure that the property they are lending on, which is the collateral for the loan, is worth what they are paying for it. Agents and appraisers should be choosing comparables based on the physical attributes of the property and bracketing different features of the property when possible.

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2022 Bidding Wars – How to Strike and Win

Lamacchia Realty

The first line of defense is hiring an experienced REALTOR® who is an expert at handling the complexities of multiple offers. They should be well known, respected among agents in the area, and highly specialized in mortgage lending. Consider Waiving Inspection. Shorten Contingency Time Frames. Increase Your Down Payment.

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2023 Bidding Wars – How to Strike and Win

Lamacchia Realty

The first line of defense is hiring an experienced REALTOR® who is an expert at handling the complexities of multiple offers in this adjusting market with higher rates. They should be well known, respected among agents in the area, and highly specialized in mortgage lending. Real estate is a long game.

Buyers 41