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FHFA’s RFI on appraisals is a critical inflection point

Housing Wire

One significant factor behind the lack of evolution in the appraisal industry is that the American housing market has grown at a much higher rate than the pool of licensed professionals that are legally certified to appraise residential real estate. Navigating appraisal challenges in today’s housing market.

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Consider These Factors When Choosing a Real Estate Appraiser

East Coast Appraisal

An accurate appraisal can help: A buyer to avoid overpaying for a property A seller to ensure they get a good price for their property A lender to avoid lending more than the property's fair market value Property buyers, sellers, and lenders enjoy these benefits if they work with the right appraiser.