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Property Appraisal Insights: 4 Community Features that Matter

D Fritz Appraisals

Read on to learn about which community features have the most significant impact on property values. Homes in major cities where land is scarce tend to hold more value than homes in smaller towns with room to grow and develop. It comes as no surprise that an unobstructed ocean view will increase property value. How’s Your View?

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What’s Included in Closing Costs?

PennyMac

If you’re buying a condominium or a property in a planned development, you will be required to join the homeowner association (HOA). Often, the seller will pay this fee, but it can depend on how competitive the housing market is or what the specific HOA contract dictates. Property Appraisal Fee.

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NAR: Appraisal License Equivalency Credit for RE Agents?

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: The AQB previously considered the option of allowing parallel professional non-appraisal experience. After graduation he worked for USAA in Real Estate Development. George founded Columbia Institute and was its president, from 1992 to 2018 , a school for continuing education of Real Estate Appraisers.