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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on USPAP and Personal Inspection, GSE Appraisal Modernization, Transaction costs and values including real estate commissions, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = USPAP does not require use of the specific term “personal inspection”. Answer: No.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

To me, the big issue is who is doing the inspections. Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field. The guy I followed around on appraisal inspections didn’t really take the time to explain what he was doing. Inspection training was very good. Read the full report. Very interesting.

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Apps for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

Designed and built by world-renowned contractor, Matt Construction, interior designers Meyer Davis and architects Shubin + Donaldson, no expense was spared in constructing this exceptional estate over a six-year period. This was the same process many of us underwent with the exterior-only (drive-by) inspections. percent from 7.09

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Fannie Files Complaint Against Appraiser

Appraisal Today

The inspection was uneventful. I was given a lockbox combination and inspected the vacant home. The lender may also contact the In-Plant Primary Inspection Agency or the manufacturer for the HUD Data Plate information. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages backed by the FHA decreased to 7.36

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USPAP Myths for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

Arouse the suspicion of an entire neighborhood when inspecting comparable sales. Added Kan, “The housing market has been hampered by a limited supply of homes for sale, but the recent strength in new residential construction will continue to help ease inventory shortages in the months (to) come.” percent of total applications from 39.4

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Practical Tips for Working With AMCs

Appraisal Today

Our office updates AMCs on every scheduling attempt with details, every inspection appointment set and completion, and any materials needed ASAP in the assignment. Appraisers tend to get annoyed with constant emails from the AMC about inspection date, completion, report submission, etc. Property inspection date. Effective date.

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How to Conduct the Most Effective Columbus, Ohio Property Search

The Robert Weiler Company

Once you have finalized your Columbus, Ohio property search with a property you’re interested in, there are key areas to inspect; look for damp spots and mold, and check out the woodwork, roofing, ceilings, doors, windows, cupboards, electric, plumbing, and heating. billion of new commercial real estate construction contracts in 2021.