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“Human infrastructure” is about jobs and housing

Housing Wire

That’s the case, even though construction work was designated essential from the pandemic’s outset. It’s revitalization that’s changing the neighborhood, the lives of its residents and the workers performing the construction. This multiyear project goes beyond renovation. Lesson two: Housing.

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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

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. Local amenities – how close is the home to hospitals, schools, shops and public transport corridors? Mortgage financing and refinancing.

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

PennyMac

Home improvements and renovations. This can include anything from the central air system you installed 10 years ago to the kitchen flooring and countertops you just renovated (along with the new oven and fridge to match, of course). Invest your time, money and effort only on issues that clearly need attention.

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Eleven Types of Risk in Commercial Real Estate

Property Metrics

Every investment involves a certain amount of risk. In this article, we’ll look at eleven types of risk in commercial real estate investment. . Rising interest rates also impact the net present value of investment cash flows. Real estate investment ultimately depends on having the right type of property in the right location.

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Decoding a Commercial Appraisal: Insider Insights

AmeriMac

Lenders and investors also rely on commercial appraisals to make informed decisions about financing and investments. Lenders and investors also rely on commercial appraisals to assess the value of a property before providing financing or making investment decisions. One of the primary factors is the location of the property.

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8 Sustainability Trends Driving Commercial Real Estate for Earth Day

The Robert Weiler Company

Upgrades to existing buildings brought an even bigger reduction in operating costs globally, with green renovations at 11.5% Construction of new green buildings and green renovation or retrofit projects increase the asset value of buildings by upwards of 9%. reduction in operating costs in the first year and a 16.9%

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The “Science” Behind Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Appraisal

The Robert Weiler Company

The client could be an individual or company looking to invest in real estate. Cost of construction and materials. Most professional commercial real estate appraisers employ a mix of the following strategies: By cost : How much would it cost to build or significantly renovate the property? Floor plans. Neighborhood and location.