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My Top 8 Search Criteria For Finding The Best Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

I often get asked by agents about the best way to find comparable sales when pricing a listing. Agents and appraisers are not that different in their desire to determine an accurate market value for a property. Agents should look for properties within the same school district if at all possible.

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My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

11 Helpful Tips For Choosing Comps Whenever I speak to agents about the real estate market and the appraisal process the one topic that the discussion always leads to is about choosing comps. If you choose the wrong comps the home can stay on the market for an extended period of time.

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Apps for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

It can even scan handwriting and convert it into text. When business is slow is an excellent time to look for new apps, learn how to use your MLS and forms software, etc. As you may have heard, a cyberattack has shut down Rapattoni, a property data provider, leaving realtors and appraisers in 12 states without access to MLS data.

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Practical Tips for Working With AMCs

Appraisal Today

Appraisers Share Their Best Tips for Working with AMCs. Keep them up to date in every step of the report so that they can keep the Lender (and the Buyer/Seller/Realtor/Closing Attorneys when applicable) all in the loop on the progress of the report. My comments: Read this blog post with practical tips from practicing appraisers.

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Rebuttal Appraisal: Maximizing Your Effectiveness

AmeriMac

The appraisal value can make or break the deal, whether buying or selling a property. We will also give you tips on effectively presenting your rebuttal and what should be included in your appraisal challenge for it to be effective. The appraisal process is an essential part of real estate transactions.

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What Appraisers Wish Real Estate Agents Understood

Appraisal Today

What Appraisers Wish Real Estate Agents Understood McKissock Survey Question: “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process? I will always remember when, many years ago, a top local real estate agent asked me why I was driving around taking photos of homes. We need a good Appraiser PR Campaign!

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home After College

Raleigh Realty

You can build equity and set yourself up for a bright financial future. This can impact your credit score — and your ability to secure a loan. Credit Karma is one tool that can really help you keep an accurate understanding of your credit score. Having an active credit card in your name can help, too.