Eppraisal

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Whether you are a home buyer or seller, the real estate transaction can sometimes be tricky to navigate. Each step will get you closer to a successful home closing. Part 1 of our next two posts will dissect the real estate transaction from the buyer's perspective.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

For decades, disruptors and innovators in the residential real estate industry have been trying to chip away at the near monopoly that Realtors have had over home sales. This turned out not to be an overstatement – and its possible abolition is opening the doors to entirely new ways to buy and sell homes.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The real estate industry has been experiencing one of the hottest markets in history. This is due to low interest rates, historically low inventory and more than usual buyers flocking to the market, thus, homes have been selling in record time. As a result, home values have been increasing.

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Eppraisal

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

There are two ways in which home values can be estimated by real estate professionals. The average consumer may not know the difference between the two, however, home buyers and sellers need to know. Many real estate agents will prepare a CMA for you for free.

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Eppraisal

JUNE 1, 2021

It is one of the best seller's markets the real estate industry has seen in a long time, perhaps even better than the mid-2000s. List your home for sale on the market one minute, and the next you're likely fielding offers. Home values are rising because of this. Be sure the closing date works best for you.

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Eppraisal

JULY 12, 2022

Earnest money is the money a buyer offers to have deposited at contract time to show he is earnest or serious about purchasing the home. As home values have been rising, so have earnest money amounts. How Earnest Money Works When you submit an offer to purchase a home, part of the contract deals with earnest money.

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Eppraisal

APRIL 25, 2023

In this installment, we examine the implosion of a bank and how its real estate assets are consequently impacted. Real estate owned (REO) properties are those that were once collateral to an active mortgage but were seized in foreclosure actions. Still, just as often, the real estate goes unbought.

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Listing Spark

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The Texas real estate market has come crashing down. Days on the market are up, home prices are down, but it’s not all doom and gloom. We’ll dive into the state of the Texas real estate market with Real Estate Real Fast host Aaron Jistel. How to vet real estate agents as a seller.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Essentially, this means that half the time, Zillow’s home value estimates are within 7.49% of the actual value. If anything, this exemplifies the degree of variance between a Zestimate and actual value of the home – one that a trained REALTOR ® is most likely able to better evaluate!

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Eppraisal

MAY 12, 2021

If you're in the market to buy a home right now, you're probably finding out that it's not easy. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) existing home sales are -3.7% This is a direct result of the historically low inventory of homes available for sale as buyers are competing for homes.

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Eppraisal

JANUARY 10, 2023

It is highly recommended to interview several real estate agents before you hire your "buyer's agent" While interviewing agents, there are five key questions to ask. It really does matter how many years your real estate agent has been in the business. How many years have you been in the business?

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Eppraisal

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

By contrast, a homebuilder acquires raw land to build on and sell when home values are high. A realtor sells houses -- yes, the land underneath and surrounding -- first and foremost. Property values are home values just as commercial property values center on the building.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 26, 2022

What is a Buyer's Agent in Real Estate and do I need one when buying a home? A Buyer's Agent in Real Estate is someone who helps homebuyers understand the local real estate market while finding a home that matches their criteria. Is a home inspection worth the cost?

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

JULY 13, 2017

Mr. Gregory and all real estate agents that have had similar experiences have a legitimate problem that they must deal with. You see all these potential ways to deal with this problem happen after the home appraisal is completed. What are realtors doing beforehand? How often do realtors attend home appraisals?

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Hood Homes Blog

MAY 2, 2018

Call it “Zillow Derangement Syndrome” If you aren’t plugged into the real estate scene, go find your closest Realtor friend and just say “I love Zillow” Then I recommend running away very quickly. When Zillow launched onto the scene over a decade ago, it rattled Realtors.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

During the home buying process, the appraiser's sole responsibility is to ensure the bank, and thereby you, are paying the cost of what the home is worth. The home appraisal is something you can negotiate prior to going under contract as well, or even while under contract. Not a cent more.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 2, 2021

Whether you're buying a home or selling a home, today's real estate market is hot. It's imperative, now more than ever, to have an experienced real estate agent who has your best interests at heart. The real estate markets in 2020 and so far in 2021 have been like no other.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 23, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on AVMs and AI, good appraisal book, Real estate market, Fannie, non-lender appraisals, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. To find these desirable small towns, the Realtor.com data team looked at real estate in every U.S.

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Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Buying a home can be one of the most exciting times in your life. Finding a real estate agent who specializes in working with buyers is critical. A sellers agent's job is to market and sell a client's home. Contract and Negotiation Skills It's key that your buyer's agent is able to write a real estate contract well.

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Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The real estate market is still hot and there are currently more buyers than homes available for sale. So far in this year's fall real estate market, home values continue to rise. It hasn't been uncommon where homes haven't appraised for the prices on the real estate contracts this year.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 13, 2021

The real estate market is hot right now with pent-up buyer demand from 2020. According to the National Association of Realtors, the inventory of available homes on the market set a record at the end of 2020 as being the lowest since 1999. Explain documents such as contracts and disclosures. *

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Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Selling your home can be profitable in today's seller's market as home values have risen significantly this year. What's taken many sellers by surprise this year, however, is that some homes haven't been appraising due to these higher sales prices. The appraiser will research before visiting your home.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 15, 2022

When interviewing for a real estate agent to help you purchase a home, be sure to ask them what type of buyer representation they are going to provide to you. The contract states that they will use their best efforts to find a home that meets your criteria. Explain real estate terms.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

It’s important to note that any undisclosed additions can cause a breach of conditions in your sale contract. Any easements or encroachments – any part of the property should be accounted for to get the most accurate estimate of the land value. Fritz for your real estate appraisal.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 3, 2023

Do you as a homeowners know the difference between a homeowner's insurance policy and a home warranty? With the increase in home values over the last couple years, you have a bigger investment to protect against hazards and defects. " The average cost of a home warranty is approximately $450-$700.

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Houston Properties

JANUARY 13, 2021

SUMMARY: Coming off a record year, the Houston real estate market started 2021 in a seller’s market. Remember: real estate is hyper-local! The data below covers the “average Houston home.” Get a free home valuation for your house and trends in your neighborhood. Do You Want To Buy A Home Now?

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Listing Spark

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Selling a home in Texas is expensive. of the home’s value on closing costs—putting the cost of doing business at $26,850 based on the median home value. But whenever homeowners put their homes on the market, they prefer high-quality support. Sellers can expect to spend up to 8.7%

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Listing Spark

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

It’s been a wild ride for Texas real estate this year! Interest rates have gone up, making many people unsure about buying or selling homes. Navigating Texas Real Estate with Rising Interest Rates We’re heading into Q4 of a tough year for the real estate market.

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Hood Homes Blog

APRIL 29, 2018

Your Realtor will have many of the resources you need to sell your home. Your first step when considering selling your home should be to identify the real estate agent you are going to work with. They will have many tools they can take advantage of to inform your home selling needs. Home Value.

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Listing Spark

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

As we enter into 2024, we are stepping out of one of the most turbulent years for real estate in Texas in some time. On the heels of the largest run up in home values in recorded history, we saw an abrupt and heavy shift that’s been challenging to grapple with for sellers and buyers.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 10, 2024

Recent news that the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) wishes to settle a series of lawsuits from home sellers has sent ripples through the real estate industry. While the NAR denies any wrongdoing, the proposed settlement promises significant changes in how business is conducted in the real estate market.

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PennyMac

DECEMBER 22, 2020

What is a Real Estate Owned (REO) Property? REO, which stands for “Real Estate Owned,” is a term applied to foreclosed properties whose ownership has transferred to the bank or lender. REO properties are attractive to homebuyers or real estate investors for several reasons.

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Houston Properties

JANUARY 12, 2022

Houston Real Estate Market Forecast: Current Data & 2022 Predictions. Review current Houston real estate data & lessons from past hurricanes and trends. This is more concerning now that 71% of Houston Realtors have sold less than 5 homes in their entire career. Concerned about a housing market crash?

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Keep them up to date in every step of the report so that they can keep the Lender (and the Buyer/Seller/Realtor/Closing Attorneys when applicable) all in the loop on the progress of the report. Practical real estate appraisal writing tips for AMC questions. Reconsideration of value and Appraisers. value to property.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2022

It created a massive demand for home purchases as consumers competed to win a sales contract and get a home with a low single digit interest rate. It means a massive contraction in demand for mortgages, tighter margins, corporate layoffs and “right-sizing,” and concerns about what the future may hold.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 13, 2021

But how do rainbows relate to real estate transactions? In a real estate transaction, everyone has a different view. There is the owner of the home, who has a view of what they feel their home is worth. Buyers have their view of how much they are willing to pay for a home. So, they sold their home.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

And undeveloped land is increasingly attractive for investors after favorable reports from the Ohio REALTORS®. As a whole, commercial real estate has seen great success in 2022, despite rising interest rates. Surges in Residential and Commercial Real Estate, and Land Sales. Residential Real Estate Sales.

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