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The share of owner-occupants buying foreclosures has doubled — here’s why

Housing Wire

The increasing share of owner-occupant buyers is also evidence that extremely tight housing inventory is prompting more retail buyers to take on the additional challenges that come with buying a distressed property at auction. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in August 2022.

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Affordable housing inventory is limited due to foreclosure prevention efforts

Housing Wire

That key source of affordable housing inventory: distressed properties sold to third-party buyers or repossessed by lenders at foreclosure auction. Once the transfer of ownership occurs at foreclosure auction, a distressed property can be renovated and returned to the retail market as affordable housing for homeowners or renters. “[I

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Expert Witness Testimony: The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisers in Legal Disputes

Boston Appraisal

Tax Disputes : Property owners challenging their tax assessments, whether for year property taxes or estate and probate taxes, rely on appraisers. Land Appraisers : Expertise in valuing undeveloped land, considering zoning, potential development, and environmental constraints.

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Columbus Real Estate Investing: Generate ROI with 5 Commercial Property Types

The Robert Weiler Company

The Arch City has not only a diverse population but also many different types of commercial properties for sale , which are ripe for your investment. Commercial real estate in Columbus, Ohio primarily includes apartment buildings, retail centers, industrial warehouses, land for sale, and office buildings.

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VA Appraisals and Fee Appraisers

Appraisal Today

So, when the time came, developers tore down the surrounding (and connected) properties, which meant they literally sliced and diced, disconnecting the 54 ½ property from the rest, giving it a look like one whole house had been cut in two. . =. Paying high property taxes. Patrick—never did. Excerpts: 3.

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Appraiser Professional Goals

Appraisal Today

He bought the plane for $100,000 in 1999 and spends $370/month on property taxes and electricity. The BPS places new homes built in one of four development categories. In addition to “teardown” and “infill,” the categories include “new residential development” and ”not in a residential development.” Another 18.5

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Why Buy Land for Sale in Ohio in 2022? (7 Reasons)

The Robert Weiler Company

Dubbed as “the Silicon Valley of The Midwest,” startups are flocking to Columbus to develop their businesses. The most notable startup companies that raised funds to develop their burgeoning businesses in Columbus are: Olive, Path Robotics, CoverMyMeds, Root Insurance, and Forge Biologics.