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Property Appraisal Insights: 4 Community Features that Matter

D Fritz Appraisals

It comes as no surprise that an unobstructed ocean view will increase property value. How’s Your View? But did you know that even a low-quality ocean view can add significant returns to your investment?

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What’s Included in Closing Costs?

PennyMac

If you’re buying a condominium or a property in a planned development, you will be required to join the homeowner association (HOA). Often, the seller will pay this fee, but it can depend on how competitive the housing market is or what the specific HOA contract dictates. Property Appraisal Fee.

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Understanding Mortgage Payments

Assurance Financial

Property search: You search for a property to purchase within the pre-approved loan amount. Property appraisal: The lender hires an appraiser to determine the value of the property to ensure it is worth the amount being borrowed.

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NAR: Appraisal License Equivalency Credit for RE Agents?

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: The AQB previously considered the option of allowing parallel professional non-appraisal experience. Investigate by asking specific questions pertaining to the property such as improvements, what and how long ago, permitted work, HOA, municipalities, etc. to be able to provide credible results for the final report.”.