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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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Opinion: Don’t let red tape strangle city development

Housing Wire

Each new regulation raises the cost to build, reducing yield and deterring investment — and as developers build fewer homes, the cost of housing increases. Zoning rules, which limit the kinds of properties that can be built in certain areas.

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Bitcoin Real Estate Transactions Gain Popularity

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales. Lowered barriers for investment. Real Estate Smart Contracts. Programmable security. Immutability.

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How to Conduct the Most Effective Columbus, Ohio Property Search

The Robert Weiler Company

This is a crucial first step and will give you the clearest picture of where you can afford to invest. Once this is settled, you can hone in on areas in Columbus offering commercial property in your price range. Look into this vital issue before finishing up your Columbus, Ohio property search. Smart people invest here!

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Digital Real Estate In the Metaverse

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales. Lowered barriers for investment. Real Estate Smart Contracts. But don’t take our word for it! Immutability.

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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 information that arises helps enlighten those who own, manage, sell, lend money, or invest in commercial real estate property.