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Opinion: Who decides what American neighborhoods look like?

Housing Wire

The answer is a combination of real estate developers, brokers, investors, agents and property owners — the overwhelming majority of whom are white. Currently, 75% of real estate agents and 97% of property appraisers in the U.S. Who decides what our neighborhoods look like? And who profits from these projects?

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Zillow Zinged

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

.” I wonder what would have happened if they had hired appraisers to appraise the homes they were buying, and relied upon a professional real property appraisers’ opinion of value when making their decisions? I regularly work for investors who hire me to appraise a home they are interested in buying.

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How to prepare a comparative market analysis (CMA) report

Housing Wire

A CMA report includes information on similar, comparable properties in the area, including recent sales, active listings and current market trends. Like you, as a real estate agent, I have prepared many reports analyzing pricing trends to help provide guidance to buyers, sellers and investors alike.

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The “Science” Behind Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Appraisal

The Robert Weiler Company

And how does the real estate appraisal process work? The following article delves into the “science” of residential and commercial real estate appraisal and discusses the steps to succeed. Residential vs. Commercial Property Appraisal and Their Differing Review Process. The primary concern is a place to live.

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Must-Read Tips to Appraise, Buy, and Sell Special Purpose Property [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

Just be sure to use all of these phrases when searching for special purpose property for sale, to increase your likelihood of finding all available properties in your area. How to Find Specialty Properties. When it comes to how to find specialty properties, the beauty is in the eye of the investor.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

We believe that you’ll feel better informed, more confident, and maybe even a little enthusiastic when it is time to schedule a free consultation with a commercial property appraiser. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? Question 5: Why are commercial property appraisals important?

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Commercial Appraisal: Understanding the Basics

AmeriMac

In this blog, we will take you through everything you need about commercial real estate appraisal, from defining the term and understanding its importance to exploring the different types of commercial properties that are appraised. A certified appraiser can provide an opinion of value for office buildings.