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Understanding Zillow’s Square Footage is Important!

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

I recently appraised a home for a divorce. The mate on the opposing side accused me of appraising the property at a value that favored my client. They felt my opinion of the market value of the marital property was too high based off of Zillow sales that they found. Of course, they didn’t accept my explanation.

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Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Review: Essential Handbook to a Necessary and Influential 2nd Opinion

The Robert Weiler Company

As shocking as it may be, commercial real estate appraisal reviews are required for the following reasons: The conclusion of the original CRE appraisal is in contention. The obligation to the client isn’t met. It isn’t clear who owns the appraised property. Litigation.

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4 Ways to Motivate Your Commercial Appraisal Team

Real Quantum

It’s important that they are always challenged to learn a new skill, scope of work, property type, or technology. When you motivate your commercial appraisal team and they excel at tasks assigned to them, they add value to the company. They do this through client relationships and should be rewarded for it.

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2022 Appraisal Outlook: Appraisers Cast Optimistic Eye On Coming Year

McKissock

Traut notes that the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced in late October 2021 at the Mortgage Banker Association’s annual conference that banks and mortgage lenders will be able to use desktop appraisals in place of traditional appraisals for qualifying Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac backed mortgages.

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How to Choose a Real Estate Appraiser

McCarthy Appraisal Blog

You may need the services of a licensed appraiser if you are selling your home yourself or if you want to know the value of your home for refinancing purposes. Prepare a short list of appraisers using the search tools at the Appraisal Institute, the American Society of Appraisers and the Appraisal Subcommittee.

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What’s in a Sales Contract? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser

McKissock

Secondly, the appraiser is likely familiar with the local real estate contract forms, customary terms, and conditions of real estate transactions in the area, and might be able to identify irregularities and comment on them. What is an appraiser expected to analyze and give an opinion on?

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What Appraisal CE Courses Are Trending this Month? (February 2021)

McKissock

Additionally, it looks at the letter of engagement as a foundation for the assignment, and it gives helpful tips on how to improve your marketing skills and attract more non-lender clients. Residential Appraisal Review and USPAP Compliance. Residential Appraisal Review and USPAP Compliance. ” – Cheryl F.