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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! appeared first on Riverfront Appraisals.

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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. Consider Waiving Inspection You can also waive the home inspection , which is the most aggressive way to show you’re serious about the property. Real estate is a long game.

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Why Agents Should Share Their CMA With The Appraiser

Birmingham Appraisal

Agents and appraisers should be choosing comparables based on the physical attributes of the property and bracketing different features of the property when possible. If you are an agent that likes to meet the appraiser at the home for the appraisal inspection you could provide it to them in an information packet.

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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. If you widen the search bracket to reflect homes $50K under your budget, you may have an easier time winning a bidding war because you’ll be able to offer much higher than the asking price. Additional Resources.

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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. Consider Waiving Inspection You can waive the home inspection, which is the most aggressive way to show you’re serious about the property.

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