Housing Wire

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The passage of Proposition 19 in California — which will generate wildfire relief funds while providing tax breaks for senior citizens — was a victory for the California Association of Realtors , which lobbied for its passage and put real dollars behind the effort. But CAR, which supported the measure with $35.7

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2021

For as long as Jim Pullin has been a realtor in Seattle, the Pacific Northwest city has always been a popular moving destination. Here’s what to expect in the mortgage application process. Buying your dream home starts with being a well-prepared buyer and beginning the mortgage application process before you even look at homes.

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Housing Wire

JULY 21, 2022

This data shows early signs of a slowdown in the retail housing market in June that was anticipated by real estate investors buying properties at foreclosure auction in March. The as-is market value is typically based on a drive-by broker price opinion or external-only appraisal given the properties are usually still occupied.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

Modernization will either take root and flourish throughout every branch of the mortgage industry, or our industry could miss a critical window to introduce meaningful reforms. Navigating appraisal challenges in today’s housing market. Poor data visibility. And appraisal waivers would be informed, not blind.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2022

enters the third year of the pandemic, the 2022 housing market remains on stable ground. for the 30-year-fixed rate mortgage by year end, the rate increases may temper demand in 2022. In the latest Realtors Confidence Survey , 88% of buyers purchased in a suburban, small town or rural area. As the U.S.

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Empire Appraisal Group

JULY 14, 2022

About 45% of mortgaged residential properties in the U.S. Equity rich means that the combined estimated amount of the loan balance on the home was no more than 50% of the home’s estimated market value. of mortgaged homes equity-rich), Vermont (68%), Utah (63.6%), Washington (60.9%), and Arizona (60.9%).

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 5, 2023

Even before the pandemic’s incredible surge in housing demand, the market in Northeast Ohio was skating along nicely. However, the markets have hit an abrupt slow down, or might I say, cool down, kind of like this ice skater experienced. The cover picture was taken by HER Realtors. Let’s talk about it.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

“The Zestimate® home valuation model is Zillow’s estimate of a home’s market value. A Zestimate incorporates public, MLS and user-submitted data into Zillow’s proprietary formula, also taking into account home facts, location and market trends. Zillow doesn’t have the ability to reason like a REALTOR® does.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 3, 2021

For a number of reasons: As a realtor, you will have access to many more properties for sale than a regular investor. This means that you will be able to find houses being sold below market value, which will make marketing the property easier and your profit larger. Pick the strategy that best fits your goals.

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Lamacchia Realty

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Prior to splitting the profit, at which point capital gains taxes may apply, the mortgage must be paid off as well as any equity lines, broker fees, and other closing costs must be paid off. Furthermore, it is much less emotionally taxing to hire a REALTOR® who will serve as a neutral party to the couple throughout the transaction.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 31, 2023

   Property Valuation Your home value is the primary determiner of your asking price. Unless you’re desperate to sell and willing to accept less than what you still owe on your mortgage, price your house based on what these sources say it should be worth.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Closed comparable sales, also known as ‘comps,’ are used to approximate market value for residential properties. Market value is determined by sales, not the high hopes of a seller. The market has continually changed in most cases from when the property closed to when the comps are pulled. Time and Comps.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 20, 2023

Transfer taxes are based on the selling price or market value of the property being purchased. Talk with your local expert REALTOR® for more guidance on navigating this, and other additional expenses during your home buying or selling journey. of the property’s purchase price or its market value.

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Empire Appraisal Group

JULY 1, 2021

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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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

Any loan for a property is based on the appraisal value. As a land buyer, owner, or seller, understanding the true market value of the real estate in question is important. Also referred to as a land valuation, property valuation, or real estate appraisal, the ultimate goal of a land apprasal is to determine the market value.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 22, 2023

Take the time to consider your options for REALTORS®, as working with someone who specializes in real estate and divorce can help alleviate some of the stress and make the selling process much smoother. The first step in this process involves determining the market value of the home with your REALTOR®.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Secure a Mortgage Present your home purchase agreement with your chosen lender and submit the other requirements for review. The mortgage lender has three business days to give you a good-faith estimate or reject your application. Earnest money can be refundable if you structure your bid correctly.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

The benchmark for your home’s worth, an appraisal is a legal document that determines the fair market value of a property. If you want to refinance, sell, or buy, the appraisal provides mortgage lenders with straight facts so they can underwrite loans based on the purchase price or the appraisal (whichever is lower.)

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Genworth MI Blog

JULY 13, 2023

On the other hand, they’re important for buyers because they may identify physical concerns that either require more qualified inspections or repair and confirm that they are paying the fair market value. Many publications seem to offer contradicting details for market strength.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

A home or house appraisal is a third-party report written by a professional appraiser who visits the property and does market research to analyze how much the house is worth in today’s market. An appraisal report informs homeowners, home buyers, and mortgage lenders on the market value of the home.

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 28, 2023

Rising inflation and other economic factors are having a severe impact on consumer sentiment and spending, especially since mortgage rates rose to over 6%, and even exceeded 7% in early March. Despite the wider economic struggles, this is good news for the housing market and mortgage rates. CONNECTICUT Home Sales Down 25.3%

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 19, 2021

A low appraisal can cause the cancellation of sales contracts because a lender won’t approve mortgages higher than a home’s value. The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) states that the mortgage lender must deliver a copy of the report upon request. But the good news is you can challenge a bad appraisal.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 11, 2017

And indeed, this is one of the very few home sale circumstances when it could be an acceptable plan, says Aaron Hendon , a Realtor® with Christine & Company in Seattle. Even if you’ve agreed upon a selling price, you’ll need to have the home appraised if your family member is seeking a mortgage.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 11, 2017

And indeed, this is one of the very few home sale circumstances when it could be an acceptable plan, says Aaron Hendon , a Realtor® with Christine & Company in Seattle. Even if you’ve agreed upon a selling price, you’ll need to have the home appraised if your family member is seeking a mortgage.

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East Coast Appraisal

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

A bankruptcy appraisal is a process a certified appraiser carries out to establish your home's fair market value. After comparing multiple recent house sales in your area, the appraiser gets an opinion of your home's value. The appraisal report also contains factual data to support the value.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 19, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non-lender appraisals, and types of bias, Scams on black homes, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. In and of itself, it is not market value. Remember the old days with personal relationships with mortgage brokers? baths, 5,550 sq.ft.,

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The lender, whether it be a bank, mortgage company, credit union, or other financial institution will provide the buyer with the funds through a mortgage to pay for the house. The appraiser must make sure that they are providing an impartial valuation so that the market value shown in the appraisal is as accurate as possible.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 15, 2024

A home appraisal is a professional estimate of a home’s value and plays a crucial role in determining the market value of the property. Understanding Home Appraisals A home appraisal is an official estimate of the fair market value of a home conducted by a licensed and impartial professional appraiser.

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 21, 2022

If you’re reading this article, you will likely need a commercial real estate appraisal for property being sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed. The commercial real estate appraiser’s role is to produce an accurate, reliable, and unbiased estimate of the market value of a property.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2024

Homes in tourist areas often see higher property values due to constant demand, which can mean a good return on investment if you ever decide to sell your home. Many homeowners take advantage of peak tourist seasons by renting out their properties, which can cover mortgage payments or fund upgrades.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

A home appraisal determines the fair market value of a home. The seller at one point was going to pay your closing fees or realtor fees. If you're putting the majority of your savings into a downpayment, it's likely you can't afford the non-mortgaged cost. You now owe less than 80 of the home's worth on your mortgage.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 25, 2023

PRICE ADJUSTMENTS AND THE 2023 MARKET In March 2022, it was clear that the market was changing from a frenzied post-pandemic scene to one where it was assumed that rising mortgage rates would slow it down and help inventory finally rise back up. How do you know your house is overpriced?

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D Fritz Appraisals

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

A local appraisal company working with a mortgage broker local to Victoria BC , can help you find out if you have enough capital or home equity in your existing property to qualify for a mortgage refinance so you can purchase another property. Owning more than one property is made easy with a simple refinance of your existing mortgage.

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Realtor

JANUARY 23, 2018

Congress outlawed the use of such assessments, called broker price opinions, or BPOs, to value properties for traditional mortgages. Meanwhile, appraisers and Realtors say the quality of BPOs has deteriorated as the price for performing them has dropped to as little as $25 a house from $50 or more. It never did, said Ms.

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Realtor

JANUARY 23, 2018

Congress outlawed the use of such assessments, called broker price opinions, or BPOs, to value properties for traditional mortgages. Meanwhile, appraisers and Realtors say the quality of BPOs has deteriorated as the price for performing them has dropped to as little as $25 a house from $50 or more. It never did, said Ms.

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Eppraisal

JANUARY 17, 2023

A licensed real estate agent can perform the analysis to determine how much your property is worth and if your monthly rent is in line with market value rents. Home values have increased by double digit percentages year-over-year over the past couple years. Considering selling? National median prices rose 15.7%

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 21, 2022

In early March it was becoming clear that the market was changing from a frenzied post-pandemic scene to one where rising mortgage rates would slow it down and help inventory finally rise back up. Rising prices weren’t favorable but with historically low mortgage rates , they were still affordable for buyers. See chart below.

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