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Investor Insights: How to Thrive in CRE Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Appraisal Buzz

Thorough due diligence, including property inspections and assessments, and adequate cash reserves are crucial to identify and address potential concerns. Interest Rate Changes: Interest rates play a crucial role in real estate financing and rates are higher today than in many years.

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Modular vs Manufactured-There IS a Distinction

Town & Country Residential Appraisals

First we must understand that the term “mobile home” is obsolete and refers to transportable homes constructed prior to June 30, 1976. The major distinction between a modular and manufactured home- the standard to which they are constructed. Manufactured homes are built 100% off site and constructed on the chassis.

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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

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 not just for when someone is buying or selling a home for themselves however, they are also important for: New construction loans. Renovation loan assessments.

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New Year, New You: Transforming Your Appraisal Career in 2023

McKissock

The top five non-QM lending companies (according to Scotsman Guide) are Fairway Independent, Angle Oak lending, Guaranteed Rate, CoreVest Finance, and Acra Lending. In this position, you will need to have a sound understanding of finances, marketing, and facilities operations, as well as lease terms and leasing practices.

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New Homes vs. Old Homes: Which Is Right For You?

PennyMac

And when it comes to choosing whether to purchase an existing home or opt for new construction, there's a lot more to factor in than the curb appeal or how it would look dressed up in Christmas lights. The Pros of Buying a Newly Constructed Home. The Cons of Newly Constructed Homes. Lasting construction. Let's explore.

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Eleven Types of Risk in Commercial Real Estate

Property Metrics

Changes to bank regulations could influence the cost of borrowing and ease of obtaining financing for a property owner. Even if changes to laws and regulations do not directly impact real estate, they may indirectly impact property investment through financing or business cash flows. Construction Risk. Location Risk.

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7 Top Tips for a Great Home Appraisal: A Checklist to Prepare Your Property

PennyMac

Appraisals are an essential part of the home financing process, ensuring the homebuyer, seller and mortgage lender each have an impartial, consistent and accurate assessment of the value of the property under consideration. Thoroughly inspect safety equipment like smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and home security systems.