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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Because in both instances, they first had their homes valued by real estate agents, not appraisers. The opposing side in one of the cases required that a new valuation be completed by a state-certified appraiser. In the other case, my client’s attorney recommended having their marital property appraised.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

They included appraisers, real estate agents, and someone with a week, a month, or online video training. For example, I’m appraising a Victorian built before 1910. Using MLS photos is a joke, as real estate agents don’t take photos of defects. That was my training.

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NAR: Appraisal License Equivalency Credit for RE Agents?

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: The AQB previously considered the option of allowing parallel professional non-appraisal experience. My comments: Real estate agents and brokers are salespersons. I don’t know if Realtors can be re-trained to see value rather than price. To read the letter (PDF), click here. They provide CMAs, etc.,

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Appraising Green Buildings: Do Solar Panels Add Value to the Property?

Boston Appraisal

This dichotomy between the perceived value of the property and the one reflected in the appraisal can lead to many issues when selling or refinancing. Let’s explore how solar panels and other green features add value to real property. Solar Panels and Other Green Features Are a Good Investment.