Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 3, 2024

This is a reality that many sellers are unwilling to accept unless they are forced to. Many current sellers have begun a renovation but have run out of money prematurely as inflation has caused cost overruns and capital is less available to fund shortfalls. These sponsors may skip steps and cover up shoddy work.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

With Wise Pelican, you can try both — it’s a fantastic resource for beautifully designed postcards and letters. We negotiated to get the sellers the highest price possible. Even if you’re months or even years away from moving, a seller’s prep session is one of the services I offer homeowners.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

Preparing Your Home for Sale Preparing your home for sale in British Columbia involves steps designed to enhance its appeal to potential buyers and ensure it is presented in the best possible light. Professional staging services can be employed for those seeking expert guidance, although many sellers undertake this process.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

There had been nearly one-third of buyers who waived an inspection or appraisal contingency, but the last month it fell to just over 20% for both. While it is not the high seen during the First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit in 2010, it is also not the historical norm of 40% seen in the annual Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers report.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

What is Dual Agency in Real Estate and Should you Avoid it Most buyers and sellers are familiar with how listing agents and buyer’s agents work which leads us to the question of what is dual agency in real estate? My first transaction as a Real Estate Agent was as a dual agent representing both the buyer and the seller.

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Movoto

APRIL 8, 2024

After submitting an offer on a home you plan to purchase, a few things might happen – once an offer is accepted (typically, after negotiations but not always), real estate sales agreements come into effect between buyers and sellers. It specifies whether the buyer or seller will be responsible for acquiring this protection.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” AI models might not account for qualitative aspects like architectural uniqueness, interior design quality or the emotional appeal of a home. If the seller is familiar with ChatGPT, they will have high expectations and will undoubtedly be impressed.

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CA Realty Training

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

All contingencies are designed to protect the buyer in the event that their conditions are not met. We will discuss the three contingencies that you’ll see, which are appraisal, inspection, and loan. So, the buyer will pay for an appraiser to inspect and write a report on the home’s value. What is an Inspection Contingency?

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

It begins with the listing agent’s communication skills and accessibility to the seller. Keep reading to learn how you can better communicate with all parties involved in a real estate transaction, including sellers, buyers, other agents, lenders, and closing officers. Types of communication problems.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2021

We’ve found that many people care more about public spaces than private spaces,” says Katie Lambert, an interior designer with Lambert Home, referring to different living areas in a home. Anything the seller can do to minimize the work buyers need to put into the home can help add to its value.

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Lamacchia Realty

JULY 15, 2021

If you care about the curb appeal of your New England home, you will definitely want to inspect and assess your yard. A clearly designated and brightly lit walkway can make it convenient for guests and visitors to make their way around your property, avoid foot traffic jams, and keep accidental injuries at bay. Seller Resources.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 6, 2021

They will come out and do an inspection prior to coverage, but the inspection is free of charge. Modern households use much higher loads of electricity than the wiring was originally designed for- the standard is now 60 amps. Only qualified, licensed electricians should inspect and replace the wiring in your home.

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Listing Spark

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Which is why many sellers try to sell their home “as-is” and avoid the hassle of repairs and improvements. The idea of an as-is sale can appeal to sellers for a lot of reasons. Unfortunately a contract’s “as-is” clause can be confusing for some sellers. There are some grey areas that need consideration.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

To me, the big issue is who is doing the inspections. A buyer gets a seller’s disclosure statement for that information. Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field. The guy I followed around on appraisal inspections didn’t really take the time to explain what he was doing.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2023

The solutions, ACE+ PDR (automated collateral evaluation plus property data report) by Freddie Mac and Value Acceptance + Property Data by Fannie Mae, were designed to increase efficiencies for all stakeholders and lower costs in comparison to traditional appraisals, while maintaining the high risk mitigation standards employed by the GSEs.

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Realtor

MARCH 7, 2023

Though the design, system, and fuel source don’t matter, the unit must provide appropriate temperature control. ” In some cases, experts advise it might be wise for a potential homebuyer to pay to have a home inspection done prior to the official appraisal. no frayed or exposed wires). .”

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Assurance Financial

APRIL 29, 2021

Earnest money is a portion of the sale price of the home that a buyer pays upfront, after the seller accepts their offer. The deposit shows that a buyer is serious and allows the seller to take the home off the market. If the buyer backs out of the sale, the seller gets to keep the earnest money. Home Inspection.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Generally, the process includes a preliminary phase — which involves signing contracts for the architectural design and site plans — and pre-construction, where the project gets approval. You also have to factor in the design and furnishings you choose, and unexpected costs. Only then will the construction start.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 23, 2024

Then you have another commonly seen certification – green-friendly Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, better known as LEED. Among others, WELL is a health-focused certification designed to improve residents’ sleep patterns and other areas of well-being around the home. The lower the score, the lower the energy costs.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Like making counter-offers and going through the home inspection process, the home appraisal can be a sticking point between buyer and seller. The first thing you should do: call your agent, tell them the appraisal price is the highest you're willing to pay, and have them tell the seller so. What is a Home Appraisal?

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McKissock

MAY 15, 2023

Consider establishing side businesses such as home inspection, staging, and perhaps even brokerage. (It Don’t assume that because you know real estate from an appraiser’s perspective, that you can represent buyers or sellers successfully.) Real estate markets tend to be cyclical, but the cycles are only vaguely predictable.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

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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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

We’ll also discuss how it differs from mortgage appraisal, specifically designed to facilitate mortgage lending. The Importance of Relocation Appraisal in Today’s Real Estate Market Relocation appraisal is crucial for assessing a property’s market value, aiding informed decisions by buyers and sellers.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 20, 2023

Arouse the suspicion of an entire neighborhood when inspecting comparable sales. Record Share Of Sellers Give Concessions To Buyers Excerpts: ‘Buyers are asking sellers for things that were unheard of during the past few years.’ ’ Home sellers gave concessions to buyers in 41.9% a year earlier (-4.8

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Genworth MI Blog

JUNE 27, 2019

Appraisal Inspection: A typical on-site inspection of the subject involves the appraiser walking through the dwelling, examining the site improvements, and walking a representative portion of the land. An appraiser’s inspection is comparable to the level of observation conducted by a typical buyer.

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Genworth MI Blog

JUNE 27, 2019

Appraisal Inspection: A typical on-site inspection of the subject involves the appraiser walking through the dwelling, examining the site improvements, and walking a representative portion of the land. An appraiser’s inspection is comparable to the level of observation conducted by a typical buyer.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 30, 2024

A commercial appraisal serves as a basis for negotiations between buyers and sellers, as it provides an objective assessment of a property’s worth. For buyers, it helps in determining a fair price to offer, while sellers can use it to showcase the value of their property.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 13, 2021

Help you arrange inspections. This will only come into play if the amount being received from the seller's brokerage is less than the agreed-upon commission amount in the contract. Having an exclusive buyer broker is truly in your best interest, especially in this seller's market. Monitor contingency dates.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Like you, as a real estate agent, I have prepared many reports analyzing pricing trends to help provide guidance to buyers, sellers and investors alike. Sellers would be able to carefully review comparable properties on the market as well as those that have successfully closed. Professionally designed templates.

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Zillow

JUNE 10, 2019

You’ve endured a series of offers, property disclosures, inspections and reports. While many utility companies have grace periods (the days between when the seller cancels service and the new owner calls), you can’t always assume this will be the case. Even if the seller did clean, they may have done a poor job.

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Listing Spark

MARCH 18, 2024

6 Tools That Make Modern FSBOs Easier to Manage The internet is full of useful tools and services that are designed to support FSBO sales. You might decide to make repairs on your home before you list it, or your buyer may request repairs after they conduct an inspection during their option period.

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Zillow

JULY 16, 2018

While sellers in most states have a duty to disclose issues to potential buyers , not all areas require this. Do your new neighbor-to-be a favor and alert the seller’s agent to anything the buyer needs to know about your neighbor’s property. You can also learn about the latest trends in home design.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 29, 2021

With everything from securing a loan to dealing with the home inspection, a home buyer has a lot to handle. Getting pre-approved tells the seller that you're serious. And the seller's agent will be happier to do business with a colleague in the field. The National Housing Act will make the designations for these areas.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 31, 2023

First, “third party” inspections. And, with this inspection a traditional appraisal is no longer a requirement for the mortgage loan. Secondly, the 3rd party inspection is sent to a licensed appraiser. At the end of it all, it’s about control and profits. Price: $6,500,000 6 bed, 7.5+ bath, 9,771 sqft, 0.55

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Movoto

JANUARY 27, 2022

With a realistic budget, preparation, and a lot of patience, a gut renovation will be worth it when you get your custom home designed specifically for you. Inspections. Home Inspection Average Cost: $325. Here are nine things you should be ready for so you don’t end up with too many surprises along the way. Outdated wiring.

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PennyMac

JULY 20, 2021

How many are sellers? Understanding unique issues like the schools, historic district designations, development plans, and even traffic patterns is essential. But just because an agent knows your desired zip code does not mean they have been successfully helping buyers and sellers there. How much notice do they need?

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Keep them up to date in every step of the report so that they can keep the Lender (and the Buyer/Seller/Realtor/Closing Attorneys when applicable) all in the loop on the progress of the report. Appraisers tend to get annoyed with constant emails from the AMC about inspection date, completion, report submission, etc. How got your name.

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