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Benefits Of Using a Realtor to Buy Land In 2023

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

If you decide to use a realtor it can make the experience much smoother, much easier and ultimately far better for you as a buyer. Join us in this article as we discuss the many different benefits of a Ventura Realtor when buying land in 2023 and why you should consider this as an option before you take the long road all by yourself.

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Opteon expands its direct-to-consumer appraisal offerings

Housing Wire

Opteon , a Scottsdale-based appraisal, valuation, advisory, and property services provider, has expanded its direct-to-consumer business model nationwide, the company announced on Wednesday. In 2021, Opteon acquired the appraisal firm The William Fall Group , along with Valuation Partners and Summit Valuation Solutions.

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Opinion: Defendants have solid case for appeal in Sitzer

Housing Wire

A few days ago, the three main defendants— National Association of Realtors , Keller Williams and HomeServices —in the Sitzer/Burnett case filed two motions with the court. So, while I make no claim as to the specific deep legal issues, I have some familiarity of antitrust actions and more in the conduct of legal actions in a courtroom.

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The current REO market requires an expansion of services for business growth

Housing Wire

Legal and regulatory risk demands compliance with evolving laws and regulations, with VRM Mortgage Service’s legal and compliance departments ensuring current knowledge and implementing controls. months as of December 2023), and implementing measures to moderate home price appreciation, fostering increased affordability.

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How the buyer commission lawsuits could upend the relationship between agents and LOs

Housing Wire

Attorneys, Realtors and clients are a big part of our repeat business.” The buyers want the listing brokers to pay their buyer representative so they can have the most money invested in their down payment and get the best loan terms and rates possible,” Katie Johnson , NAR’s chief legal officer, said.

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Beyond Buying and Refinancing: A Look at Alternative Types of Appraisals

Birmingham Appraisal

A marketing appraisal is conducted before a home is listed for sale, either by the owner or a realtor. An appraisal can provide evidence to support a lower valuation and reduce your tax burden. Retrospective Appraisals: Accurate Historical Valuations What is it? This can attract serious buyers and prevent prolonged market time.

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Can You Talk to an Appraiser?

Empire Appraisal Group

More than a quarter of real estate professionals say they avoid having any interaction with an appraiser, falsely believing they legally can’t. Real estate pros who do interact with appraisers say they try to provide additional information to help them in their valuation, the survey shows. Source: Can You Talk to an Appraiser?