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CoreLogic integrates CAL FIRE inspection data

Housing Wire

The firm announced Friday that it is incorporating Public Resource Code (PRC) 4291 inspection data into its WFMS. Typically, insurers obtain proof that a property has passed inspection from the policyholder. Started in 2016, the inspection database is maintained by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).

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Veev raises $400M to scale tech-enabled homebuilding

Housing Wire

The company says it will use the funding to scale its operations, accelerate its research and development and expand construction into new markets. The company accomplishes this through a turnkey panelized approach, providing pre-inspected, fully cladded walls directly to building sites for installation. Census Bureau.

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Top 5 home improvement projects real estate agents should recommend to sellers

Housing Wire

We’ve all witnessed the housing market slowdown that has occurred over the last year. Across the country, homes are spending more days on the market as interest rates rise. These days, buyers want move-in ready homes – they don’t want to face huge construction projects before they can get settled.

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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. Network and Expert Team: Build a team of real estate professionals, including real estate agents, property managers, and construction experts.

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Copacabana? No Silly, It’s Cubicasa!

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

And I remember the first time I started using a digital camera instead of a 35mm camera to take pictures during my inspections. They ended up converting the assignment to a traditional type of appraisal so that I could just make the inspection myself. Ironically, when making the inspection myself, no interior walls need to be provided.

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Local housing markets: Othello, Osage Beach and Vienna

Housing Wire

Local housing markets is a HousingWire magazine feature spotlighting housing trends and data across the country. I absolutely love the Columbia Basin and the reason is that we are a unique market. The combination of these factors has resulted in a hot housing market. A score of 30 denotes a balanced market.

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A look at Knoxville’s hot housing market

Housing Wire

Many are eyeing scenic East Tennessee, where Knoxville and its surrounding suburbs have formed one the country’s hottest housing markets. Currently on Realtor.com , more than 2,000 homes are currently on the market in Knoxville with an average listing price of $270,000. How 2020 is still shaping the way lenders use data.