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Verification solutions provider Xactus acquires MassiveCert

Housing Wire

With the acquisition, Xactus will offer flood zone determinations to its clients by using its proprietary flood data and technology products, the firm said Wednesday. MassiveCert will be rebranded as Xactus Flood Solutions. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Presented by: ServiceLink.

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Loosening The Knot

Appraisal Buzz

It is the work of a therapist and their client to carefully untie those knots. Of course, this applies to the work of real estate appraisal as well. Striving to look through the microscope of empirical thought, we must not forget that our subject is more than real property, it is real people.

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4 ways to effectively train your title agency employees

Housing Wire

In this article, we’ll examine four effective strategies to help you navigate these challenges and prepare your team for the changing housing market. By investing in education now, you’ll be ready to capitalize on a potential market rebound and set your agency apart from the competition.

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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

In recent years, on several occasions, I have been hired to appraise a property after a valuation service was provided for my client by another real estate professional. They had hired the former real estate professional to value their property for the purpose of a divorce. Have a great weekend!

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Ethics is Our Solution

Appraisal Buzz

Appraisers are tasked with protecting the public trust, and yet, I have seen appraisers who knowingly and on an ongoing basis disregard facts and truth to provide reports with values or directions in values that advocate the cause of their client. Strong ethics is an irresistible treasure seen and felt by our colleagues and clients.

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Was This Home Overimproved or Underimproved?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AN EXAMPLE Earlier in the year, I appraised a property that was originally built for buyers that do not require electricity. This property is located in an area where it is common for some buyers to require a home not to be electrified. Since the current owners purchased the home several years ago, they added electricity.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

The tools and technology to succeed Brokerage tools, cutting-edge technology, market assistance, and industry insights are key to succeeding as an Illinois real estate agent, so look for a brokerage that provides the resources and agent services you need to maximize reach for your clients. to 3%) and buyer’s broker (2.5