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Savvy real estate agents look beyond ChatGPT

Housing Wire

Too many real estate agents are watching artificial intelligence (AI) from the sidelines, assuming technology will never replace them. They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job?

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Desktop Appraisals: Who, When, and Why

Appraisal Today

Desktop Appraisals: Who, When, and Why Excerpts: The ability to identify property characteristics without a personal inspection is not a new concept. 40 acre lot, Built in 2005 “The village of Highlands is some of the most expensive real estate in the Carolinas,” Jackson (listing agent) says. baths, 14,450 sq.ft.,

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

To me, the big issue is who is doing the inspections. They included appraisers, real estate agents, and someone with a week, a month, or online video training. Using MLS photos is a joke, as real estate agents don’t take photos of defects. Inspection training was very good.

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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”.

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Guide To Midtown Houston Townhomes

Houston Properties

Its central location within the Inner Loop and its great entertainment and retail options are two of Midtown’s best strengths. Several retail stores are also conveniently located within Midtown. Midtown’s redevelopment spurred the new construction of townhomes. Retail options are equally eclectic.

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Selling Commercial Real Estate? 24 Practical Techniques to BOOST YOUR ROI on 5 Different Property Types

The Robert Weiler Company

All expenses associated with the commercial property should be included, such as repairs and renovations, commercial real estate loans and interest rates, and costs associated with selling commercial real estate (e.g., commercial appraisal, commercial real estate agents, advertisements, and upkeep for curb appeal).

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Appraisers: Watch for Concessions and Kickbacks

Appraisal Today

To read more click here My comments: Some good tips on how real estate agents try to deal with this. The most popular answer was, “Offer your appraisal services to a variety of clients (attorneys, real estate agents, homeowners, property investors, etc.).” I have known Richard for many years.