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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

A qualified appraiser will compare recent sales of similar local properties, market trends and conduct a visual inspection of the home’s interior and exterior to determine the property’s fair market value. If the appraised value ends up matching or is higher than the contract price, the transaction can continue as planned.

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Just Put in an Offer on a Home? Here's What to Expect

Eppraisal

Your bid may need to be higher, your contract contingencies may be undesirable or other buyers may have more attractive financing requirements. You can say no to the counteroffer, accept it or propose new changes to the contract. Arriving at a verbal agreement differs from being in a contract.

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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Becoming an expert appraisal witness in an eminent domain case starts with developing a comprehensive understanding of how value is determined in this special proceeding. While most states allow fair market value to be established using traditional appraisal approaches (e.g. Too many appraisers? – APPRAISAL TODAY.

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Using Equity To Buy A Second Home

D Fritz Appraisals

It represents the difference between what they owe on their home and its current market value. However, refinancing will also incur additional closing costs, such as appraisal fees and legal expenses, which the borrower should consider before making a decision. What Is Home Equity?

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5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

Look up the legal description of the property and include a copy of the most recent tax bill, which can show whether the home is in a special tax district, said Maureen Sweeney, a residential real estate appraiser and member of the Illinois Real Estate Appraisal Administration and Disciplinary Board. Let them know how many offers came in.

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Say What? Home-Buying Lingo You Should Know

Zillow

Cash-value policy : A homeowners insurance policy that pays the replacement cost of a home, minus depreciation, should damage occur. This document spells out all the terms of the loan: the amount, the interest rate, the monthly payment, mortgage insurance, the monthly escrow amount and all closing costs.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

If you’re reading this article, you will likely need a commercial real estate appraisal for property being sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed. The commercial real estate appraiser’s role is to produce an accurate, reliable, and unbiased estimate of the market value of a property.