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Real estate appraisals: What agents should know

Housing Wire

A home inspection hasn’t yielded any problems, so nothing is standing in the way of closing, right? The appraiser inspects the property An appraiser visits the property and conducts a visual inspection of the home’s condition. At this point, an estimated market value is generated. Not necessarily.

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Is Your “Crazy” Neighbor Lowering Your Home’s Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Could being located next to a property that is an eye-sore cause a loss in market value to your home? Part of our work as appraisers is to consider whether situations like this are influencing the market value of the home we are appraising. Of course, that’s not the same as market value. Probably not.

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. Therefore, you don’t have to fix or account for any issues that might be discovered in a professional home inspection issued by the buyer. No repairs, no costs.

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Common Real Estate Appraisal Myths

East Coast Appraisal

Home Appraisal Is the Same As a Home Inspection. Indeed, a home appraisal and inspection have some similarities. Additionally, both techniques help the lender understand the value of the property. However, some key differences exist between home appraisals and inspections. Home Appraisal Value Is the Same as Market Value.

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Unexpected Repairs in a Flip Home

Hank Miller Team

Rookie investors make rookie mistakes; overpaying, underestimating repairs, poor project management, overestimating finished market value and a thousand other things. The residents of this town home ignored routine maintenance for years, it needed extensive renovation. Here's an example.

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Real Estate Owned Appraisals: The Ultimate Guide

AmeriMac

We will also discuss what happens if an REO appraisal is low and how it impacts property value. Lastly, we will compare REO appraisals to home inspections and answer whether they are mandatory for all property transactions. Being prepared for the appraisal value and seeking advice from a real estate agent can be beneficial.

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Home Improvement Cost vs. Value: Is Your Project Worth the Money?

PennyMac

Do you know the return on investment (ROI) of your renovation project? Some renovations can make your home more valuable. If you’re investing in a home renovation in hopes of recouping that money when you sell, it’s important to research and plan ahead before you begin to ensure you’re spending your money wisely. It depends.