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Renovations That Increase Home Value in BC: Our Top 8 Picks

D Fritz Appraisals

If you are looking to sell quickly or have a limited budget, it is worth researching the renovations that increase home value the most. knows which renovations can add market value – and which will make your home more valuable to you but won’t necessarily increase the selling price. Fritz Appraisals Inc.

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Great news! No need for an appraisal. Or is it really??

Town & Country Residential Appraisals

Fannie Mae recently announced in their recent Selling Guide (SEL-2023-02) update that “as part of the valuation modernization” they are transitioning to a “range of options to establish a property’s market value”. Wait a minute… read that again!!! Yes- you read it correctly- “Lender-provided”. How could this go wrong?

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Reviving and Refreshing Your Cleveland Home, even with the Pandemic

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Many modern homes feature open floor plans. Adding a small outbuilding is another construction project that is worth considering, especially if you have a larger yard. Should You Turst An Algorithm For Your Home’s Value? But Are They Market Value? Reduce Stress with Strategic Separation.

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When & How do Appraiser’s Adjust for Age?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

There’s value in that. Subsequently, a new home typically has a higher market value than one that has already been lived in. So, while the cabinets may be in good shape, many homeowners will eventually replace the countertops, sink and appliances with a more modern look and improved functionality.

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Three Types of Commercial Real Estate Obsolescence

Property Metrics

In other words, a property could become functionally obsolete when its design, style, amenities, or technology no longer meet the needs and/or expectations of modern tenants. Modern tenants require high speed internet connections, strong cellular reception, advanced security features, and modern audio/video capabilities.

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Non-Arms Length Sales for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

However, there are six other types of real estate transactions that you need to know about so you can specify these sale types in your appraisal report as they can affect the market value of the property. Therefore, the final price may not reflect the market value of the property. By Dallas T.

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USPAP Myths for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

Modern Montauk NY ‘Tree House’ Offers Sweeping Oceanfront Views for $7.5M It’s known as the “Modern Montauk Tree House,” the listing notes. Spend hours writing volumes of supporting documentation to justify the market value of a property you already decided on when you pulled into the driveway. Excerpts: 4 Bedrooms, 4.5