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What’s in a Sales Contract? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser

McKissock

Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? First and foremost, Standards Rule 1-5 in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) states that we are to: “analyze all agreements of sale.” When should we analyze the contract? That’s the real reason why—because USPAP says so.

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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

The opposing side in one of the cases required that a new valuation be completed by a state-certified appraiser. In the other case, my client’s attorney recommended having their marital property appraised. But the owner felt that a real estate agent could do the same type of valuation as an appraiser.

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

The Robert Weiler Company

We believe that you’ll feel better informed, more confident, and maybe even a little enthusiastic when it is time to schedule a free consultation with a commercial property appraiser. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? Question 5: Why are commercial property appraisals important?

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What Is Appraisal Review in Real Estate?

AmeriMac

An appraisal review is an evaluation of an appraisal that is carried out to determine the report’s accuracy and the appraiser’s thoroughness in valuing the property. Appraisal reviews are usually requested by financial institutions and attorneys who want to get a second opinion on an appraisal report.

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Appraising Fixer Uppers

Appraisal Today

For many different reasons, properties can come on the market in less-than-par condition. The degree and cost to cure becomes an issue to buyers and sellers, and a challenge for appraisers. At some point it’s no longer “normal market value minus cost to cure equals as-is value.” percent from 6.40

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The “Science” Behind Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Appraisal

The Robert Weiler Company

And how does the real estate appraisal process work? The following article delves into the “science” of residential and commercial real estate appraisal and discusses the steps to succeed. Residential vs. Commercial Property Appraisal and Their Differing Review Process. Description of the commercial property.

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What’s Included in Closing Costs?

PennyMac

This fee will cover the attorney preparing and reviewing agreements and contracts. State laws will usually dictate who is legally responsible for overseeing the closing. Often, the seller will pay this fee, but it can depend on how competitive the housing market is or what the specific HOA contract dictates. Closing Fee.