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The Fall 2022 Appraisal Buzz Magazine is Here!

Appraisal Buzz

The latest edition of Appraisal Buzz Magazine is here! This year, our magazine is loaded with insightful articles ranging on topics such as market value to ANSI standards, and so much more! Make sure you look at our schedule for Valuation Expo – there are plenty of new sessions, speakers, and sponsors this year!

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If You’re Using Zillow Sales to Price Per Square Foot…You’ll Probably Be Low!

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

In most cases, my clients looked at sales on Zillow and were of the opinion that my opinion of their property’s market value was too high. So, I wanted to discuss some things to keep in mind when looking at sales on Zillow to try and figure out a property’s market value.

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Was This Home Overimproved or Underimproved?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Unless you’re in the property valuation profession, you may not have. The Appraisal of Real Estate, fifteenth edition on page 352, states that “…the relationship between land and improvements and the relationship between a property and its environment must be in balance for a property to achieve its optimum market value.

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How to Price Your Home for the Current Market

Eppraisal

   Property Valuation Your home value is the primary determiner of your asking price. Then counterbalance the estimated price on those sites with the valuation seen on Eppraisal.com.  This licensed professional is generally more competent to do such a valuation than most real estate agents.

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The Cost Approach: An Underutilized Approach to Value

McKissock

Harrison, in the Fall 2006 issue of his Real Estate Valuation Magazine Online, included an article titled “Let’s Resuscitate the Cost Approach.” Performing the cost approach and citing its importance in our reports helps keep appraisers in the valuation game. Have I sold you yet, or do you want to hear more?

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5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

Source: 5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know | Realtor Magazine. It’s imperative that agents not only understand the fundamentals of the appraisal system but also follow the best practices for communicating with appraisers, especially while navigating today’s market. 5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know.

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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

This article first appeared in the June issue of National Mortgage Professional Magazine. . Market Value: In a mortgage appraisal, the appraiser is most likely estimating the market value of the property. Market value has some key elements that we must understand. Will repairs be needed?