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How to Become a Property Appraiser

McKissock

Top reasons why people choose an appraisal career include income potential, opportunity for flexible hours, and diverse career paths. Keep reading for insights on the appraisal profession, how to become a property appraiser, and, finally, how to maintain your license and grow your career. Call 800.328.2008.

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Strange Properties Appraisers Have Seen

Appraisal Today

Strange Encounters in Property Appraisal By: McKissock Excerpts: Property appraisal is not typically thought of as a “dangerous” profession per se. However, you may encounter some strange—or even spooky—properties from time to time. The Sea Ranch stretches along 10 miles of Sonoma County’s coastline.

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How Do I Earn the MAI Designation?

Real Quantum

How Do I Earn the MAI Designation? Appraisers come in all shapes and sizes. However, appraisers who want to take their day job to the level of a serious career have some fantastic options to stand out from the crowd. But what is the MAI designation exactly, and how does someone go about applying? Keep reading to find out.

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An Overview of Two Common Property Appraisal Methods

East Coast Appraisal

Appraisals help buyers to get mortgage approval and avoid overpaying for their houses. Below are two common approaches to property appraisals. The architectural design of the property. The size of the property since bigger properties cost more to construct. quote on property appraisals.

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Pros and Cons of Complex Property Appraisal: Insights from a Florida Appraiser

McKissock

In my previous blog post , I observed that specializing in complex property appraisal can be very profitable for the residential appraiser—in Florida and all across the U.S. Historic properties and/or neighborhoods. One-of-a-kind properties (no comps). Design (dome, log, etc.). Many gated communities.

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5 Landscaping Tips To Increase Home Value

D Fritz Appraisals

Essential Landscaping Tips and Tricks Details such as landscaping designs and quality craftsmanship in a home can make a dramatic first impression on prospective home buyers. Fritz Appraisals Inc. Join us as we cover 5 standout landscaping tips and backyard landscaping designs to increase your home’s appeal (and value!)

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Kamala Harris talks proposed AVM bias rule as White House announces new appraisal actions

Housing Wire

FHFA will also update the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) Aggregate Statistics with new appraisal data in an effort to make appraisal-related data more publicly accessible, according to the White House.

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