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The Impact of Zoning Laws and Land Use Regulations on Property Values for Real Estate Investors

Boston Appraisal

These frameworks not only shape how properties can be used but also have a profound impact on their market value. For investors, a nuanced grasp of these legal aspects is essential to navigate the complexities of the real estate market and to capitalize on investment opportunities.

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The Hidden Value in Transitional Properties

Boston Appraisal

The use of a property must be… Legally Permissible. The goal of the real estate appraiser is to identify the use of the property that will be the absolutely most profitable use within legal, physical and financial boundaries. Legally Permissible. In some cases, an existing zoning designation may allow for a change in use.

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Once Upon a Time… A Housing Fairy Tale

Appraisal Buzz

We have rules, we have standards, and we all know the exact definition of value. The “official unofficial” government-related loan definition of market value is clear. Also part of the definition: Reasonable market exposure time. As an appraiser, I had to look at what I had spent a lifetime doing: “Find market value.”

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The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisals in Estate Planning

Boston Appraisal

An accurate appraisal offers that indispensable foundational data, upon which assets can be split in a manner that is both fair and legally defensible. Facilitating Trust Transfers When assets are being transferred into a trust, precise appraisals are not just helpful; they are legally mandated.

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The Hidden Value in Transitional Properties

Boston Appraisal

The use of a property must be… Legally Permissible Physically Possible Financially Feasible Most Productive The goal of the real estate appraiser is to identify the use of the property that will be the absolutely most profitable use within legal, physical and financial boundaries.

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8 Home Appraisal Cost Factors in BC: What You Need to Know

D Fritz Appraisals

A home appraisal is a legal document that determines fair market value for a property. Appraisals are not only important for the house-buying process, but they are also used for financial loans, property tax appeals and some legal processes. What is an Appraisal, and Who Pays for it?

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26 Reasons to Get an Appraisal

Realvals

” ( source ) The only way to obtain legal ownership of the property is to go through the probate process. An appraisal will provide you with the current market value of your real estate. An appraisal report provides you with the insights you need to better understand your property and the current market conditions.

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