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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. Talk to people in the area or a real estate agent to learn about how the population has grown or stalled.

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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. It could be a real estate agent, a home inspector or even a part-time Uber driver looking for some easy money.

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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. Recent awards include: 2020: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal. 2020: #6 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide.

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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. If you are a real estate agent, has this ever happened to you? Which is a legal no-no.). 4) “Bracketing” of most major features. (No