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What Impact Do Renovations Have on Appraisal Value?

Birmingham Appraisal

Home Renovations and Appraisal Value As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. The best way to look at home renovations is by considering the overall impact they will have on your home. Updates or Renovations?

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Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches

Boston Appraisal

Targeting the Most Likely Buyer The niche market for historical properties typically comprises buyers who value historical preservation and authenticity. Understanding the unique appeal of these properties to such buyers is crucial in accurately determining their market value.

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Is Your “Crazy” Neighbor Lowering Your Home’s Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Could being located next to a property that is an eye-sore cause a loss in market value to your home? Part of our work as appraisers is to consider whether situations like this are influencing the market value of the home we are appraising. Of course, that’s not the same as market value.

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The Appraiser’s Guide to Evaluating Home Value Before You Buy

Birmingham Appraisal

Condition and Age of the Property The age and condition of a home directly impact its market value. Renovations and updates can reduce these effects by increasing a home’s market appeal and extending its lifespan. It’s important to weigh the cost of these renovations against their potential return on investment.

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How a transparent marketplace provides a proven path to benefit homeowners

Housing Wire

“Our team tries to make every effort to purchase the properties on the front side,” said Mary Tritt, managing broker at Tritt Realty , a Carrollton, Georgia-based company that buys and renovates distressed properties. These institutional buyers purchased pre-foreclosure properties for 30% below estimated after-repair market value on average.

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Helping Lenders Navigate the Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Process

Simonson Real Estate

In 2022, Simonson Appraisals completed a steady stream of financing assignments with planned new construction or significant proposed renovations. On several occasions, we were presented information about construction or renovation plans well after the initial assignment was started. Clarify What Value or Values are Needed.

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Fixer Uppers 101

Lamacchia Realty

Fixer-uppers tend to be popular among real estate investors as well as first-time homebuyers as they present an opportunity to buy below market value. By making updates, the buyer is able to meet or exceed current market standards and build equity in their property faster. How Much Time Do They Take to Renovate?