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7 Problems to Watch Out for During a Home Renovation

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Are you planning a home renovation to increase your property's value or preparing to sell your home in the future? Home renovations can be exciting and rewarding but can also come with their fair share of challenges. Plumbing Issues Plumbing issues can be a major headache during a renovation.

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. Going for an as-is home sale eliminates the need for a lengthy renovation process. Moreover, buyers sometimes prefer to renovate the home according to their taste.

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

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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

USPAP and the Contract – Tim Andersen, The Appraiser’s Advocate Podcast. Superior Arts District’s new tenant brings jobs, art to in renovated warehouse – Marc Lefkowitz of Cleveland Fresh Water. Recession-Proof Your Money Part 2 – It’s a Good Life Podcast with Brian Buffini. Too many appraisers?

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Non-Arms Length Sales for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

What should appraisers look for in a sales contract? While often overlooking the CBG adjustment, the underwriter conceded that it might occasionally offer useful insights, yet also acknowledged the problematic nature of such a methodology and anticipated possible legal repercussions for Fannie Mae. built in 2000. percent from 7.13

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How to Avoid Scams as a New Homeowner

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    Exploitive Lending and Mortgage Relief There have been 35 mortgage relief scams filed by the Federal Trade Commission in recent years, in which scammers promise to negotiate your rate with mortgage lenders, audit loan paperwork or provide legal services for a fee. Some pretend to be with the government.  Other

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Pros and Cons to Selling a House As Is

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This is especially true if home sellers are trying to move quickly or are hoping to avoid costly renovations. Selling a House As Is Selling a house as-is means the homeowner will not make repairs or renovations before selling it to a buyer, even if the home has structural concerns or is in poor condition. Rent your home out.