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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. A home appraisal is a legal document containing information that determines the current fair market value of a new or existing property. What is Checked During a Home Appraisal?

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Understanding the Math of Profitable Investment Properties

Eppraisal

These may include property taxes, insurance, maintenance and repairs, property management fees, and any homeowner association (HOA) dues. This includes inspecting the property for any potential issues, obtaining professional appraisals, and reviewing relevant legal documents.

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7 Takeaways: Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money in Real Estate

Raleigh Realty

It should be noted that not every state uses due diligence fees in real estate transactions, so it is important to consult with your real estate agent so they may educate you on the legal implications of a housing contract. Inspections are an expense that is paid by the buyer. Due Diligence: What Is it?

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Find Out What Really Happens When You Waive Contingencies to Score a Home

Realtor

Let us be clear: We do not recommend getting to this point on your path to homeownership without asking about the basics of the home you’re trying to buy—including HOA rules. Bottom line: Since we think you should do your homework, waiving the HOA contingency seems pretty low-risk. ———. Contingency: Home inspection.

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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

The benchmark for your home’s worth, an appraisal is a legal document that determines the fair market value of a property. Home inspection reports (current and previous). If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals. Plot/blueprint or property survey.

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Tempted To Waive Contingencies to Score a Home? Watch Out for These Dangerous Repercussions

Realtor

Let us be clear: We do not recommend getting to this point on your path to homeownership without asking about the basics of the home you’re trying to buy—including HOA rules. Bottom line: Since we think you should do your homework, waiving the HOA contingency seems pretty low-risk. ———. Contingency: Home inspection.

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Say What? Home-Buying Lingo You Should Know

Zillow

American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) : A not-for-profit professional association that sets and promotes standards for property inspections and provides educational opportunities to its members. Fees may include the appraisal, the home inspection, a title search, a pest inspection and more.