McKissock

JULY 20, 2021

Appraisers often balk at assignments that require a more detailed inspection of the subject property (e.g., ” Do you believe you are acting as a home inspector when you complete a property inspection as part of an FHA assignment? Appraisers perform similar inspections, to one degree or another, in most appraisal assignments.

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East Coast Appraisal

MAY 24, 2023

While trying to buy a home, you may have found out that some lenders require their borrowers to have an appraisal and/or an inspection completed. Some lenders may only require an appraisal and leave the decision about an inspection up to you. During an appraisal, the buyer or seller doesn't need to be present.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 3, 2024

The Home Report provides automatically generated, unique property data details from a scan of a property to help give home buyers and sellers a comprehensive understanding of the home’s layout. The feature also simplifies MLS data entry with easy-to-copy room measurements and important property details.

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Realtor

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

If you’re a first-time home buyer , you might get a little queasy when the last line of your good-faith estimate comes in at several thousand dollars. Costs of buying a home #4: Inspection You want to be assured your new home is structurally sound and free of surprises such as leaks or pests living in the walls.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 2, 2022

While in the process of purchasing a home, you are going to want to have a home inspection performed. Contracts to purchase homes have clauses in them that allow buyers to have a professional inspection performed, typically within the first five to ten days of signing the contract. Ladders are convenient for heights.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Many sellers have returned to offering concessions and dropping prices to entice buyers. The “same old listing presentation” and tired marketing tactics aren’t cutting it for agents looking to win listings in today’s competitive and tight market. Across the country, homes are spending more days on the market as interest rates rise.

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Eppraisal

AUGUST 29, 2023

One of the critical steps in this process is the home inspection, which unveils the true condition of the property. We'll explore the nuances of home inspections, including when they take place, who pays for them, and their relevance in different market conditions. When Does the Inspection Take Place and Who Foots the Bill?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2021

According to Matt Sharp, Area Lending Manager at Citi, “It’s really important when you are in the buying process that lenders have a communication with not only the buyer but also with their realtor,” Sharp said. This is a bit of a gamble since the buyer won’t know for sure if they have to use the money until after the appraisal.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 8, 2022

we’re helping potential buyers make more informed decisions, while empowering agents and sellers to market their properties more effectively, and supporting a modern valuation process for both appraisers and lenders,” said Jeff Allen, president of CubiCasa. Presented by: Rently.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Presently, the demand for existing homes outpaces the available supply, raising potential concerns for both sellers and buyers. Notably, property risk calls for thorough inspection, preservation, and maintenance to limit liability. HW: What are the risk management challenges for REO assets?

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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

Whether selling a cozy condo in the heart of downtown or a sprawling estate in the countryside, having a checklist to sell a house is essential to organizing yourself, maximizing your home’s value, and appealing to potential buyers. Selling a home can be exciting and daunting, but with the proper guidance and preparation (i.e.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 18, 2021

The progression of homebuying over the past year has seen prospective buyers adjusting their preferred destination plans again, and again, and again. For a time, Colorado Springs became the de facto destination for buyers priced out of living in Denver. Housing professionals need to find ways to better meet buyer needs.

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Berkshire Hathaway

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Buying a home can be stressful and one of those stressors is often a home inspection. So, let’s walk through what to keep in mind when getting a home inspection. . Additionally, in some cases, buyers can insist the sellers pay for it but typically it is the buyer who takes on the expenses. Do your own pre-inspection!

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Hank Miller Team

APRIL 4, 2022

It’s also part of buying a home; successful home buyers embrace risk. "Measured "Measured risk” is a good way to summarize how buyers need to think right now as conventional tactics are simply not effective in this market (4/22). Frequently these are buyers from higher priced areas with pockets full of cash.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 15, 2023

WE BUY HOUSES: HOME CASH BUYER PROS AND CONS What is a Home Cash Buyer? The main draw of cash home buyer is the ability to provide a transaction that is both fast and simple – even within just a few days! Within a couple days, the homeowners are presented with a cash offer. In many cases, a home can be sold within days.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. In that case, potential buyers will lay down an ‘as-is’ offer, which means they will acquire the home in its current condition. Buyers may walk away from the purchase.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 9, 2022

Legacy renovation loans, which tend to have longer inspection periods and strict oversight of renovations, are not paid to borrowers in a lump sum, which can add a degree of difficulty when homeowners are ready to use the funds, according to Goldman. Presented by: Auction.com.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 26, 2022

What Is A Buyer's Agent? What is a Buyer's Agent in Real Estate and do I need one when buying a home? We have all that answered and more If you are wondering if you should use a Buyer's Agent the answer is easy, yes. At Raleigh Realty we have some of the best Buyer Agents and Realtors on our team.

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Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

Luke Tomaszewski, an appraiser doing home inspections in the aftermath of the housing bust, was traveling as much as an hour across Chicago just to snap exterior photos of bank-owned properties. At $50 to $100 per inspection, according to ProxyPics, it’s certainly less expensive than sending an appraiser. Presented by: Reggora.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Like you, as a real estate agent, I have prepared many reports analyzing pricing trends to help provide guidance to buyers, sellers and investors alike. For buyers , it can help them determine if the property they’re interested in is priced correctly and if it is a sound purchase. You get the picture!

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Movoto

MAY 29, 2024

Once the parties sign the real estate purchase agreement and the buyer pays earnest money, several additional steps must be completed before the property can successfully transfer from seller to buyer. As a buyer, you’ll normally just sign papers and correspond with your agent, who will initiate most processes.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” Engaging in an informative and pleasant conversation with a listing chatbot leaves a positive first impression on the buyer regarding the property and the seller. will identify which buyers require immediate contact from the listing agent.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2022

In May , the administration, in a bid to increase housing supply, announced several additions to its CWCOT program, including an exclusive 30-day listing period for governmental entities, owner-occupant buyers, and nonprofits to bid on foreclosed, formerly FHA-insured properties. Presented by: Mortgage Coach.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2022

How can you prepare for the inspection? You may increase the likelihood of receiving the price you need from an appraiser by making your home presentable, but you can never entirely control its worth. Assume the role of a potential buyer. Here, you get to play the role of a prospective buyer touring the home.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 21, 2021

Presented by: Radian. ” Poveda said he usually discourages his buyers from waiving an appraisal — a popular tactic that has popped up during the housing craze of the last 18 months. “We won’t renegotiate with you, and that seems to help buyers a ton.”

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Whether you are a home buyer or seller, the real estate transaction can sometimes be tricky to navigate. Part 1 of our next two posts will dissect the real estate transaction from the buyer's perspective. An agent who specializes in buyers, or an Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) may be most appropriate for your transaction.

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Clear Capital

JULY 14, 2023

The introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers offers an increasingly positive impact to both lenders and consumers. Appraisal waivers shorten the valuation process by allowing buyers to skip the appraisal. Now, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac offer inspection-based appraisal waivers. What is an appraisal waiver?

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In many markets, there is no rhyme or reason for list prices and cash sales, and in my own market, an inordinate amount of buyers are purchasing homes sight unseen. It can be presented in a way that real estate agents can use in their MLS listings and packets they are preparing for buyers. Becoming a Remote Appraiser.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 17, 2021

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or you're buying again, you will want to know how Due Diligence and Earnest Money impact you as a buyer or seller in North Carolina The following article is going to be regarding Due Diligence, Due DIligence fees, and Earnest Money in North Carolina Real Estate.

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McKissock

JULY 6, 2022

In fact, most clients now believe a buyer should be able to identify one of three home options, negotiate a favorable sales price, and close on that property in half an hour just like they do on TV! Customize your presentation to fit the concerns you most often encounter with your clients. As agents, we know better.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. Home appraisals are a vital part of the home buying process as they have a big influence on the amount a lending institution will loan the buyer. Type of foundation.

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GoForrmz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Simplify your home inspection process with GoFormz and Procore GoFormz had the pleasure to team up, once again, with the Procore crew for a live webinar. This time, we were happy to cover the arduous process of home inspections, specific to the Tarion Pre-Delivery Inspection, or PDI, form.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 1, 2023

While spring and summer are traditionally considered the peak home-buying seasons, the winter months present a unique set of opportunities. The Winter Advantage: A Hidden Gem Contrary to popular belief, the winter season offers a unique advantage for both buyers and sellers. How well does the heating system function?

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

"Under contract" is one of them, which is exactly what it sounds like: a prospective seller and a buyer have entered into a process where they've agreed to not only the terms of the contract but other important factors like the sale price, the closing date, contingencies and more.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2021

Through a close friend, Davis was introduced to HomeFree-USA, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help prospective buyers reach homeownership. Throughout the process, Davis faced common issues, such as being outbid on a property and encountering unexpected defects in homes she toured that wouldn’t have passed inspection.

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Hank Miller Team

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Buyers were/are so stressed to secure a home that some toss caution to the wind; overpaying, waiving finance contingencies, inspection contingencies and more. There are more buyers waiving due diligence and purchasing homes "as is" than ever before. The buyer is spending money and possibly losing the deal.

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Hank Miller Team

JULY 2, 2023

Accuracy in real estate listings is more concerning than ever, how a home is represented and described may not always be what a buyer sees. Advertising, especially in real estate, always pushes the boundaries, but there is an expectation that the information presented is factually accurate.

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