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State and Local Property Tax Revenues Eclipse $700 Billion

Eyes on Housing

NAHB analysis of the Census Bureau’s quarterly tax data shows that $703.5 billion in taxes were paid by property owners in the four quarters ending Q2 2021.[1] 1] Four-quarter property tax revenues have climbed 13.2% since decreasing 0.2% in Q2 2020 (the first decrease since 2012). Read More ›

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The Benefits of Working with a Local Florida Real Estate Expert

Lamacchia Realty

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A LOCAL FLORIDA REAL ESTATE EXPERT Navigating the complex world of buying or selling property can be challenging, particularly for those unfamiliar with the intricacies of the Florida real estate marke t.

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

The Robert Weiler Company

Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the thought of a commercial real estate appraisal? The process can be daunting, especially if you’ve never engaged in an appraisal for commercial real estate before. After all, it is a detailed activity that can look different depending on the scope and nature of your property.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

A qualified appraiser will compare recent sales of similar local properties, market trends and conduct a visual inspection of the home’s interior and exterior to determine the property’s fair market value. For example, an appraiser will check the condition of the walls, roof, floors and the structure’s overall integrity.

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12 Types of Expert Witness Assignments for Appraisers

McKissock

There are many types of litigation where real estate appraisers can be helpful in providing evidence to the court. Tax appeal. Typically, this would be for local property tax appeals. Many of these will require engaging the appraiser to perform an appraisal specifically for the case. Learn more.

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4 Effective Steps to Find Commercial Rental Properties for Sale

The Robert Weiler Company

Commercial real estate investing is a big decision. Fortunately, commercial rental properties for sale typically offer a great return on investment over the long haul. Below, we’ve outlined four effective steps to uncover a profitable commercial rental property available on the market. Property taxes in the area.

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Rent Vs. Buy: How To Decide In 5 Steps

Quicken Loans

In addition to a monthly payment that’s more than the principal and interest on your mortgage, you’ll also have property taxes, homeowners insurance and (in many cases) mortgage insurance as well as homeowners association fees. For one, you could lose money if there’s a downturn in your local real estate market.