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Market Value: Who Says What It Is?

McKissock

The standard residential appraisal report form’s definition of Market Value states in part: “ Implicit in this definition is the consummation of a sale as of a specified date and passing of title from seller to buyer under conditions whereby: buyer and seller are typically motivated…”. .”

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Unanswered Questions – Part 1

Appraisal Buzz

Fannie Mae defines market value in part as “the most probable price that a property should bring…” Thus, probability is the very foundation of the most common definition of market value. In other words, why are appraiser estimating market value below the contract price so often?

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Pressure to Hit the Purchase Price: 5 Resources for Appraisers

McKissock

Here are five excellent resources offered by McKissock Learning—including a Pro-Series webinar on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, “ The Market Value Doesn’t Support the Contract Price, Now What? ”. Webinar: The Market Value Doesn’t Support the Contract Price, Now What? Sign up now.

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Lenders Not Using AMCs for Appraisals

Appraisal Today

Highest and Best Use vs. Market Value By Timothy Andersen, MAI Excerpts: There are numerous definitions of market value. For purposes of this monograph, please assume the standard Fannie Mae definition (here by reference). These definitions, prima fasciae, are at odds with each other. percent from 6.73

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More Crazy Appraiser Stories!

Appraisal Today

I will be writing about this in an upcoming issue of the monthly Appraisal Today, with lots of marketing and expert witness tips. Creative Appraisal Definitions Humor e. Is the Definition of Market Value Outdated? Excerpts: Why has the current definition of market value been around without change for so long?

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4 Investment Property Strategies Any Beginner Can Master

McKissock

As a wholesaler, you need to find a property for sale, acquire a contract from the seller, identify a buyer, and assign the contract to him or her. The only costs you have to cover are those for finding a property for sale and for marketing the property to interested buyers. How the fix-and-flip investment strategy works.

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Using Equity To Buy A Second Home

D Fritz Appraisals

This article will discuss the definition of home equity and taking equity out of your home to buy another house in Canada. It represents the difference between what they owe on their home and its current market value. Home equity is like having money in the bank, but it’s tied up in your real estate. What Is Home Equity?