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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

After completing countless Veterans Administration (VA) mortgage loan transactions over the years, Chris Pascoe, a Marine veteran turned RE/MAX agent, has developed something of a system. VA loans are secured by the VA, and statutorily must be appraised by the VA and not just any appraiser.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

The American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers www.asfmra.org has a specialty in Rural Appraising, but it requires a Certified General. There may be seminars available. Kiedrowski The most recent statistics show Value Acceptance accounts for up to 40% of all mortgage approvals. Another reason for upgrading!