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Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry

Appraisal Buzz

Lamar: I have over 30 years of real estate valuation experience and hold the Appraisal Institute designations of MAI and SRA. The same data acquired from an aerial inspection has value to a number of real estate industries players. I remember using a 35 mm camera and having to get my pictures developed.

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

Housing Wire

Exam Prep: The Basic Prelicensing package features three e-books and a course manual designed to help you retain essential real estate concepts and prepare for the state exam. And Exam Prep Plus includes 40 hours a month of Live Q&A with local instructors for a personal, guided approach.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

There may be seminars available. NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on USPAP and Personal Inspection, GSE Appraisal Modernization, Transaction costs and values including real estate commissions, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = You may have some similar rural experience now!

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Fannie Mae Takes A Closer Look at Appraisals

Appraisal Today

Unfortunately, because many appraisals were rarely rejected or required corrections, appraisers developed the false notion that poorly crafted appraisals were okay to turn in. Failures to personally inspect and photograph comparables. I also think that now is the time to increase your appraisal skills by taking classes and seminars.

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A CALL FOR MORE ACCESSORY DWELLINGS AMID HOUSING CRUNCH

Will Springer Realtor

The cities of Seattle and Renton offer pre-approved ADU designs to help streamline the government-approval process which can often be onerous. Don’t get me started about Seattle’s design review exercise!) . The Ralph Anderson -designed estate sits on a plateau near Squak Mountain and provides outstanding Cascade views.

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TRACKING THE SINGLE HOUSEHOLD AND OTHER LIFESTYLE CHOICES

Will Springer Realtor

To address the issue, Dr. Vivek Murthy developed six pillars that spotlight a need for social connectedness. SPOTTING TRENDS Builders are hearing from prospective buyers: Developers are being asked to create stylish and functional homes with little compromise on size and at lower prices. In fact, the U.S. THE YEAR OF HOUSING 2.0