Smart Inspections
The Appraiser Coach
JULY 19, 2022
This woman said that she has been using an iPad for years to do her mobile inspections, but had heard. I was recently contacted by an individual with a question. Read More.
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5 best Arizona real estate schools for 2024
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 8, 2023
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. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5
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How to get a real estate license in Ohio (OH) in 5 steps
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Wondering how to get a real estate license in Ohio in 2024? Your path to real estate licensure begins with 120 hours of classes in an approved Ohio real estate license education program. How long does it take to get a real estate license in Ohio?
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How Much Should a New Real Estate Appraiser Charge?
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 30, 2021
I was recently asked by a newbie in real estate appraisal how much I think a new real estate appraiser should charge. Many new appraisers and trainees want to get. Read More.
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How Today’s Market Impacts the Appraisals and Inspections Landscape
Genworth MI Blog
AUGUST 31, 2022
The housing market has seen many changes over the past couple of years, some as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and some from the rapid changes in the economy. With an increasingly competitive market for buyers, many homebuyers have taken new steps to secure a successful offer.
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UWM rolls out construction-to-permanent loans
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
“The streamlined process and certainty One-Time Close New Construction loans offer is unmatched and will set brokers up to be the hero with builders, real estate agents and contractors, and get their borrowers in their dream home,” Mat Ishbia , president and CEO of UWM, said in a statement.
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10 Costs of Buying a Home You Need To Know About
Realtor
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
This amount can change depending on market factors. If the market is cold, a seller could be happy with less than 1%. Other governing factors like state limitations and rules can cap how much earnest money a seller can ask for. Home inspection : This is critical for home buyers. Pest inspections : Roaches are one thing.
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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home As a Government Employee
Raleigh Realty
MARCH 29, 2021
Buying a Home As a Government Employee Are you a government employee preparing to buy a home? With the right resources, you can ensure a successful investment and one in which you may save tens of thousands of dollars thanks to being a government employee. Who Is a Government Employee?
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Appealing Property Taxes with a Real Estate Appraisals
The Appraiser Coach
AUGUST 9, 2021
Sometimes your home is assessed at more than it is actually worth on the current market which could result in you paying higher property taxes than you should. Read More.
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The hybrid appraisal is here. Who benefits?
Housing Wire
JULY 12, 2022
Luke Tomaszewski, an appraiser doing home inspections in the aftermath of the housing bust, was traveling as much as an hour across Chicago just to snap exterior photos of bank-owned properties. At $50 to $100 per inspection, according to ProxyPics, it’s certainly less expensive than sending an appraiser.
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How data and technology can combat appraisal bias
Housing Wire
MAY 23, 2023
The need to physically inspect each property will be replaced with data or other inspection options in many cases. In the past, real estate data was hidden behind paywalls and subscriptions, and any consumer who wanted to know what was available or what a home sold for had to reach out to a Realtor. Johnson said.
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Class Valuation acquires AMC AppraisalTek
Housing Wire
AUGUST 3, 2022
billion real estate appraisal services market has cumulatively grown by 32% since 2008.”. AMCs, potentially even more so than firms who do business with the government-sponsored enterprises, are heavily influenced by changes to conventional appraisal standards.
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Why Are People So Complicated?
The Appraiser Coach
DECEMBER 5, 2023
I had gone over to do an inspection for him, and we got to talking about how he had had another guy come through earlier to do an appraisal of his home. He mentioned how his brother’s home of a similar size had sold in a different market for a much higher price. Real-estate agents, homeowners, appraisers – we’re all human.
Remember liar loans of a decade ago? Those same people want to do away with appraisers.
Miller Samuel
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
As we say in the petition , this change can impact several groups in particular: consumers, the taxpayers, the housing market and appraisers. One group not explicitly mentioned in the petition but impacted down the road are real estate agents and brokers. Those are "PiW" loans or have a "Property Inspection Waiver."
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Clear Capital’s loan servicing solution helps servicers evaluate and mitigate risk
Housing Wire
JANUARY 31, 2021
Clear Capital’s suite of field valuations, real estate analytics, and platform technology solutions help servicers prevent fraud, check the accuracy of completed appraisals and broker price opinions (BPOs), conduct portfolio valuation analysis and updates, and help with disposition analysis on distressed loans.
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Agent strategies for getting first-time homebuyers across the finish line
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 16, 2023
However, this rise in first-time buyers helps explain what’s driving demand and keeping upward pressure on prices in a market with mortgage rates currently surpassing 7%. One of the primary reasons for this surge is the strong presence of millennials in the housing market, particularly those at the peak, around ages 33 and 34.
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Saving Photos as an Appraiser
The Appraiser Coach
MAY 18, 2021
I probably take about 20-25 per house that I inspect. It is no secret that we as appraisers take a lot of photos. Then there are all the comp photos. Read More.
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A View on Risk: Desktop Appraisals
Appraisal Buzz
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
Lenders and stakeholders allowed for some level of inspection relief with these two new appraisal products. During 2020 and 2021 as the Covid-19 pandemic global pandemic disrupted our lives and the way we all do business, regulators, agencies, and the government sponsored enterprises allowed inspection relief in certain circumstances.
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Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal?
Appraiserblogs
MARCH 7, 2024
Mass Appraisal tend to exhibit a regressive nature… In the intricate landscape of real estate mortgage financing, the notion of appraisal waivers recently dubbed “Value Acceptance”, by the Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs), has stirred considerable debate. million armed robbery of a… Certified Appraisers vs.
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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide
The Robert Weiler Company
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the thought of a commercial real estate appraisal? The process can be daunting, especially if you’ve never engaged in an appraisal for commercial real estate before. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? So, why do you need a commercial real estate appraisal?
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Your Best Friend as an Appraiser
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 12, 2021
Even when we’re out, we’re still doing work-related tasks like shooting pictures and doing inspections. Many appraisers work out of our homes, not interacting with office staff or other appraisers. Read More.
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Fannie Mae pays $53M to settle recession-era discrimination suit
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2022
It alleged the government-sponsored enterprise didn’t maintain foreclosed properties in communities of color as well as it did in white neighborhoods. “I After the housing crisis, the GSE’s portfolio of foreclosed, or “Real Estate Owned” properties ballooned. Instead, investors bought the run-down properties in bulk sales.
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Race and the Property Valuation Industry
Appraisal Buzz
MAY 31, 2021
Only the wife was at home to greet the appraiser when they arrived to inspect her home. The term “redlining” comes from the development by the New Deal by the federal government of maps of every major metropolitan area in the country. I’m an African American male with an MBA degree, concentrating in Real Estate and Urban Affairs.
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Realtors Are Professionals Too
The Appraiser Coach
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
As an appraiser, you’re a real estate professional and you are in the business of valuing property. Inevitably, at some point in your career, you’re going to make another real. Read More.
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Agents, Don’t Skip the Appraisal
The Appraiser Coach
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
We frustrate buyers, sellers, loan officers and, sometimes, real estate agents. Appraisers have been accused of being “speed bumps” in the lending process. In some ways, I can understand their. Read More.
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A Home Owner’s View on Value
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 2, 2021
As a real estate appraisal provider, it can be hard to get into the home owner’s perspective. It seems that what is important to them may not directly translate into. Read More.
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The Hard to Find (Important) Details
The Appraiser Coach
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
I’ve recently been looking into real estate as an investor, and I found a rental property relatively close to my home that looked pretty promising. It was advertised as a. Read More
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Guide To Piney Point Village Luxury Real Estate
Houston Properties
JULY 19, 2022
Guide To Piney Point Village Luxury Real Estate. The article includes pictures, prices, and floorplans of Piney Point luxury real estate. Piney Point luxury real estate features glamour and affluence, with scenic grounds, long tree-lined driveways, and picturesque homes. Piney Point Homes For Sale.
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Commercial Appraisal: Understanding the Basics
AmeriMac
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Appraisal is a crucial process that helps determine the value of commercial properties. Additionally, we will provide some valuable tips on how to increase the value of your property before a commercial appraisal and what to consider when choosing a commercial real estate appraiser.
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7 best real estate classes in Ohio (OH) for 2024
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
If you’re exploring a real estate career in Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Toledo, or any other city in the Buckeye State, then your first step is to choose from the many real estate classes in Ohio to complete the 120 hours of approved pre-licensing education that the state requires.
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Buying A Foreclosed Home In 6 Steps
Quicken Loans
JUNE 8, 2021
But if you work with a real estate agent who understands your local foreclosure market, the stress shouldn’t be much higher than during a traditional home buy. The traditional way to buy a foreclosed home is at a real estate auction. The bank will likely hire a local real estate agent to put it on the market.
“Mommy’s not home, but she says you can come in.”
The Appraiser Coach
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
You drive for an hour for an inspection. We’ve all been there before. When you get there, you knock on the door, only to have it opened by the kids. You ask them if their parents are home, to which they respond, “No.” When you call the parents, they say something like, “Oh, I’m not home right now, but the kids will let you in.”
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The Undercover Appraiser
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 19, 2024
As a real estate investor, I have the opportunity to rub shoulders with all kinds of people, even other appraisers on occasion. With a recent house purchase in another state, I got a call from the appraiser of this property as he was planning a visit out there.
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4 Things I Wish I’d Known Before I Got an FHA Loan
Realtor
AUGUST 1, 2018
We found an FHA-approved lender, and in no time, we were on our way to buying our first home with a government-backed loan. To be approved for the loan, the house must pass an inspection conducted by the U.S. ” (Note: This inspection is not a substitute for a regular home inspection, which you should absolutely get, too.). .
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Turn “Time is Money” On Its Head
The Appraiser Coach
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
In a Mastermind meeting with other (non-appraiser) business owners, I was reminded of how well so many principles that I share with you apply across different areas, whether it’s real estate or office work. There was a man by the name of Jack who was talking about how much he has to do.
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Be Seen, Build Trust, Get Hired
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 1, 2022
You have been a real estate appraiser for years. Or maybe you’ve just got six months under your belt. Either way, each of us needs to determine how we will. Read More.
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Navigating the Slow-Down
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 26, 2024
In a recent reflection on my appraisal business, I want to share an inspiring story about a fellow appraiser who defied market challenges and achieved remarkable success. Amidst a general market slowdown, this appraiser not only weathered the storm but thrived. The choice is ours — stagnate or thrive.
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New Year, New You: Transforming Your Appraisal Career in 2023
McKissock
JANUARY 6, 2023
Department of the Interior also offer similar employment opportunities related to real estate collateral, appraisal policy, and appraisals. Train future appraisers, collateral underwriters, AMC staff, real estate agents, and others in real estate appraisal. Non-lending appraisal courses.
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Have Farm Land for Sale? Get In the Zone with These 5 Steps!
The Robert Weiler Company
DECEMBER 7, 2023
In Ohio, land development continues to flourish and your farm land for sale may be a hot commodity for commercial real estate investors and brokers alike. So, if you’re planning to hit the market with your farmland, you may want to check in with your local municipality (city, township, county, etc.)
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Home Appraisal 101: Maximizing the Value of Your Home
Chicagoland Appraisal Blog
MAY 13, 2021
Real estate professionals or other appraisal experts can help you determine the market value of your home. While you might be tempted to define your home’s value as what you paid for it, the real value is in what someone else may be willing to pay for it. When the housing marketplace favors sellers, home values run high.
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NFT mania and the future of the home sale
Housing Wire
MARCH 7, 2022
February 10 may go down as a momentous day in real estate history. In the past year, NFTs pole vaulted from mostly commodifying art and digital assets to an array of spheres including – very preliminarily – real estate. It also gives real estate agents ideas. How a real estate NFT works today….
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How To Appraise Rural Properties
Appraisal Today
MARCH 15, 2024
Defining rural properties – USDA and GSEs Challenges of appraising rural properties Appraising rural properties presents unique challenges due to their diverse characteristics and market dynamics. We’ve found five glorious examples of glass houses on the market right now.
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52 Tips to Negotiate an Office Space for Lease in Columbus, Ohio [2021]
The Robert Weiler Company
JANUARY 7, 2021
Commercial real estate brokers are usually paid solely on commission, and the higher the lease amount, the higher the commission; on the other hand, if no lease is executed, there’s no commission. Keep in mind that you’ll be dealing with a seasoned commercial real estate broker or landlord who will be well-versed and prepared.
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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions
Houston Properties
JANUARY 13, 2021
Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions. Concerned about a housing market crash? SUMMARY: Coming off a record year, the Houston real estate market started 2021 in a seller’s market. Remember: real estate is hyper-local! Why Markets Boomed In a Year of Human Misery.
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