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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Because in both instances, they first had their homes valued by real estate agents, not appraisers. In the other case, my client’s attorney recommended having their marital property appraised. But the owner felt that a real estate agent could do the same type of valuation as an appraiser.

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7 best real estate classes in Ohio (OH) for 2024

Housing Wire

Brimming with coursework that is up to date with current trends, expect to receive insight on issues facing Ohio real estate agents today. From agency relationships to local government regulations and more, every topic is inspired by the property types and types of transactions you’ll encounter as an Ohio real estate agent.

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Compass acquisition could worry some California agents

Housing Wire

Compass announced Monday that it has reached an agreement to buy San Francisco-based real estate transaction platform Glide , a deal that some California real estate agents may feel uneasy about. The buy is Compass’s first since the residential brokerage started publicly trading shares earlier this month.

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Maintain that Workfile

Appraisal Buzz

Real property appraisers have had quite a bit dumped on them in the past couple of years. The uncertainty, turmoil, and government interest in oversight and intervention caused by allegations of racial and ethnic bias in real property appraisal is cause for concern. The world is a dangerous place for appraisers.

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5 best Arizona real estate schools for 2024

Housing Wire

Are you looking to get licensed as a real estate agent in Arizona? We’ve reviewed all the key information to determine the best Arizona real estate schools to help you get licensed quickly and efficiently with a state-approved, online program at an Arizona real estate school.

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Tips for Making a Successful Transition to a New City After a Personal Low Point

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

To ensure suitability, research neighborhoods, read reviews, and consult locals or real estate agents. Always visit the property before signing any agreement, and create a comprehensive list of priorities such as safety, proximity to work or public transport, access to amenities, and budget to aid decision-making.

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The title industry’s latest cat-and-mouse game: seller impersonation fraud

Housing Wire

The threat posed by wire fraud has commanded quite a bit of attention from the real estate ecosystem. But as the housing industry has gotten better at tackling it, fraudsters have been hard at work developing more creative scams. Then, posing as the property owner, the scammer contacts a real estate agent to list the property.

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