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Consider These Factors When Choosing a Real Estate Appraiser

East Coast Appraisal

Geographic Knowledge An appraiser with local knowledge will give you accurate work because geography and location affect property values. Qualification and Licensing Ensure the real estate appraiser is qualified and licensed.

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How to Conduct the Most Effective Columbus, Ohio Property Search

The Robert Weiler Company

Once this is settled, you can hone in on areas in Columbus offering commercial property in your price range. Now that you’ve found an area that interests you and offers local properties in your price range, it’s time to learn as much as you can about that area. Tip 2: Inquire About Infrastructure.

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FHFA’s RFI on appraisals is a critical inflection point

Housing Wire

A 2017 study conducted by the National Association of Realtors found that “lack of training, downward trends in compensation, and increasing regulation,” were driving both existing and would-be appraisers away from the industry. Real estate agents in particular understand local properties extremely well.

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