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Pickleball is keeping folks moving in Ohio… Cleveland housing prices are also on the move!

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

While inventory levels are still low, at around a month and a half of inventory, in some smaller market areas in Cuyahoga County, and surrounding counties, I am seeing inventory levels increase rapidly in the past month. Inventory levels are increasing in this market area. Inventory levels are also increasing.

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Was This Home Overimproved or Underimproved?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

” Clearly, when valuing a property, appraisers must consider what the typical buyer expects a home to offer in terms of amenities and characteristics. AN EXAMPLE Earlier in the year, I appraised a property that was originally built for buyers that do not require electricity. That is not always a simple task.

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2022 Appraisal Outlook: Appraisers Cast Optimistic Eye On Coming Year

McKissock

The unprecedented buyer demand of 2021 will likely be suppressed to some extent due to affordability concerns in some markets, and more housing inventory will most likely be available from both the existing homes and new construction segments.”. “Mortgage rates are expected to rise, but still remain attractive and reasonable.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field. When I started in this business long ago, there was no such thing as a licensed appraiser or a certified real property appraiser. Certification and licensing simply didn’t exist. The refinance share of mortgage activity increased to 31.6