2022

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The Digital Transformation of Appraisal Data

Appraisal Buzz

“We tend to overestimate the effect of a technology in the short term and underestimate the effect in the long term.” This is the little-known Law of Amara that describes how we perceive the impact of new technology on our lives.

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Attracting More Appraisal Business

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Most appraisers are experiencing a significant slowdown in mortgage lending work due to rapidly increasing mortgage rates which are slowing down the housing market. I have seen a slowdown in my lending work also. So what can we do? Half my work is non-lending work, and that’s been a blessing.

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Advice for Buyers & Sellers in Today’s Market

Ryan Lundquist

The housing market has shifted, and today I have some practical advice for buyers and sellers. This is coming from hundreds of conversations every month as well as stats I'm pulling. Some new memes too. Enjoy if you wish. UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 8/11/22 Realtist Lunch & Learn (sign up here (open to anyone)) 8/15/22 YouTube

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Comparing this housing market recession to 2008

Housing Wire

As we close out 2022, it’s time to reflect on a historic year for the housing market, which was even crazier than the COVID-19 year of 2020.

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New Home Construction Expectations for 2022

Appraisal Buzz

The housing market boomed in 2021 like few could have expected. What is on the horizon in 2022? Home prices are rising to record highs , and many policymakers and industry professionals have begun turning to building to ease shortages.

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The Language Barrier

The Appraiser Coach

Language is important. We often get so caught up in the moment, so laser-focused on how we feel about something, that we become casual in the verbiage that we use. Read More.

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Part 0: How Do We Fix the Excess of Appraisers?

George Dell

How can we fix the excess of appraisers? Easy — we do what we have always done, each time. 1) We will raise the standards (“cost of entry”). 2) We will make it harder to become an appraiser; 3) Let the lower fees discourage newcomer appraisers. In past issues of the Analogue […].

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Mortgage buy downs on the rise as builders try to entice more buyers

Housing Wire

Homebuilder confidence continued to drop in November, hitting its lowest level since June 2012, with the exception of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) report, released Wednesday.

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Square footage, recessions, and gas prices

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

I have a few things on my mind today. Let’s talk about square footage rules changing, crazy gas prices, and recession buzz. 1) NEW SQUARE FOOTAGE STANDARDS FOR APPRAISERS: If you didn’t know, Fannie Mae is adopting some changes with the way appraisers measure square footage (pdf).

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Elliman Magazine Column - A Symptom of Chronic Inventory Lows: Bidding Wars Are Everywhere

Miller Samuel

For each issue of Elliman Magazine produced by Douglas Elliman , the same company that publishes most of our U.S. market research , I write a brief column and create a graphic to illustrate an important issue facing the luxury housing market.

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The housing market has shifted

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

The housing market has shifted over the past month. That’s what the stats are showing, and it’s what we’re hearing from the trenches.

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An open letter to sellers about today’s housing market

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

Dear Sellers, How are things? I hope all is well. It’s been such a crazy market, but things are starting to change. So, let’s chat. This is coming from a good place, and it’s based on observations and what I’m hearing from real estate professionals.

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Saying goodbye to the hottest housing market ever

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

The housing market sizzle has faded and we’ve entered a different season. We’ve basically said goodbye to the most aggressive housing market ever, and we’re in a new market now.

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Buyers take power from sellers. It’s their turn.

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

Finally. Buyers are gaining power. And sellers are losing it. I have some new visuals to show what the market is doing right now. These are for Sacramento, but I suspect many areas look similar.

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Market Correction or Seller Panic?

Appraisal Buzz

Unless you’re living under a rock, you have heard that interest rates have been rapidly increasing since Q1 of 2022. The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate was its lowest ever at 2.65% on December 31, 2021.

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Where There’s a Brick, There’s a Way

The Appraiser Coach

I remember when I first started using a laser to do my measurements. I was up in front of a group of people, and I asked them to show by. Read More.

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7 Ways to Prepare for a Home Appraisal

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Are you anticipating having your home appraised? How can you prepare for the inspection? This week I welcome back guest blogger, Betty White, who shares her thoughts on ways to prepare. While she is not an appraiser, I am, and I agree that these things can help!

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Is this a Time of Ripeness?

George Dell

This week’s blog, Is this a Time of Ripeness? is a guest post written by Steven Smith, MSREA, MAI, SRA, AG. See below for a more detailed bio. Appraisal sins are forgiven when the markets are strong, and prices are increasing at double digit rates as they have been.

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How smart home technology increases property value in a challenging market

Housing Wire

Over the past few years, we’ve seen an increased demand for smart home technology as consumers continue to embrace a digital lifestyle.

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A spike in listings & sitting on the market

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

The pile of listings is growing, and it’s taking longer to sell. That’s what so many housing markets across the country are experiencing right now. We’re on the cusp of seeing some real change in the stats over the next few months. Here are some things on my mind. Anything to add?

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Opendoor is struggling in Sacramento

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

Opendoor has been losing big lately in Sacramento since the market shifted. I thought it would be interesting to take a look at their activity over the past few months since I’m getting so many questions about them. This is not about throwing shade, and I’m not writing as a fanboy either.

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A sharp change in the housing market

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

A quick change in rates has led to a quick change in the housing market. We didn’t see much difference right away in the stats, but we are finally getting some good numbers now. Let me show you what I mean.

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Buyers gaining power & farewell real estate honeymoon

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

Sellers haven’t had to negotiate much with buyers over the past two years, but that’s starting to change. Let’s talk about this today by looking at seller concessions (credits for repairs, help with closing costs, etc…). I hope you enjoy, whether you’re local or not.

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A shift in demand in the housing market

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

Do you feel that? It’s change. The housing market is still elevated, but there’s no mistaking a different temperature – especially over the past week. STUFF ON MY MIND: This is designed to scroll quickly or digest slowly. The goal is to highlight stats and things I’m watching.

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The anatomy of doom & gloom real estate articles

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

The market is going to crash. This time it’s going to be even worse. Have you been seeing more doom and gloom housing headlines? I sure have. This week I’ve had quite a few articles emailed to me. What do you think of this one? What do stats actually show? What do I say to […].

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Will the Infrastructure Bill Affect the Real Estate Market?

Appraisal Buzz

The housing market has experienced a turbulent few years, so what can industry experts expect in the future? You can pay attention to many indicators, but the recent infrastructure bill will reveal the most crucial information. These are a few ways it will affect real estate in the coming months.

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Can You Photograph A Smell?

The Appraiser Coach

You may have heard that you can’t have opinions about the color of a room or shaggy carpet as you’re doing your job and walking through homes… that’s dead wrong. Read More.

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Advantages of Starting Your Business in Cleveland

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Are you considering starting a business in the Cleveland area? I moved from Denver, Colorado to the Cleveland area in 1996. It’s a great place to start a business! This week I welcome back guest blogger Seth Murphy who shares some advantages of starting a business in the Cleveland area. Enjoy!

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Bias: Blame the Messenger?

George Dell

The messenger. Psychology research easily points out our tendency to dislike the bearer of bad news. It’s also intuitive. Bad news messengers do not smile when they bring the news. Sometimes they even look guilty. We humans can be really basic.

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The case for mortgage rates to fall in 2023

Housing Wire

On Thursday, the gross domestic product data for the third quarter showed the U.S. economy grew at a rate of 2.6%, breaking the negative GDP streak we had in the past two quarters.

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Ten things to know about price reductions in today’s market

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

Price reductions are growing fast and sellers are still behind the ball. Eventually they’ll catch up, but they haven’t gotten there yet. Let’s talk about price drops today in the Sacramento region. Is the trend similar in your area? Let me know what you’re seeing.

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Starbucks cups & price per sq ft in real estate

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

It’s easy to get into valuation trouble when we focus too much on price per sq ft. Seriously, this can be a massive problem leading to major heartache during escrows. Okay, that sounds so dramatic, but it’s important to know how to explain how price per sq ft works.

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Taxing flippers 25% in California??

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

There’s a new bill in California called AB 1771 that proposes a 25% tax on the profit of home flippers. This is worth talking about because laws can affect the housing market.

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Dude, stop obsessing over home prices

Sacramento Appraisal Blog

What are prices doing? That’s always the question, and I get it. But there are bigger fish to fry to understand what the housing market is doing. A shift: Over the past few weeks there has been a shift in demand, which is why this conversation is so important.