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Compass acquisition could worry some California agents

Housing Wire

Under the agreement, the California Association of Realtors gained “access to a comprehensive suite of tools allowing them to create, manage, negotiate, and close offers on real property, all at no additional cost and integrated with their MLS platforms,” read the March release.

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How should appraisers approach short-term rentals?

DataMaster

The purchase of real property for the purpose of investment is not new. Or, a home may be purchased for its income potential, with the purpose of renting the property to a tenant. Lenders and clients will be looking for an appraisal to secure a loan on the STR. What do short-term rentals mean for appraisers?

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How should appraisers approach short-term rentals?

DataMaster

The purchase of real property for the purpose of investment is not new. Or, a home may be purchased for its income potential, with the purpose of renting the property to a tenant. Lenders and clients will be looking for an appraisal to secure a loan on the STR. What do short-term rentals mean for appraisers?

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Navigating the Appraisal Process – What You Need to Know

Simonson Real Estate

An appraisal is an objective, impartial, and unbiased opinion about the value of real property prepared by a State Licensed or Certified professional appraiser. The estimate of the market value of real property in its current physical condition, use, and zoning as of the appraisal date. Value Scenarios. Bottom Line.

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Appraisals and Valuation Concerns in the Current Market

Simonson Real Estate

percentage point decrease from the share who paid rent through August 27, 2019 and compares to 93.3 As owner and founder of Simonson Appraisals, he leads the firm in delivering credible valuation services for financial institutions and attorneys specializing in the areas of condemnation, property tax appeal and estate planning.

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Why Buy Land for Sale in Ohio in 2022? (7 Reasons)

The Robert Weiler Company

Below, we explore why it’s a good idea to buy land in Ohio; the benefits of buying land to build a house or business; and we even detail some alternatives to buying real property… from your couch, if you’re not ready to buy land for sale! There’s an Alternative to Real Property Investing!

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Everything You Need to Know About the Texas Seller’s Disclosure

Hood Homes Blog

Updated 9/23/2019; Originally published 4/9/2018. The Seller’s Disclosure is required by law, but ultimately not very useful Do your own due diligence on a property, including a third party inspection ! SELLER’S DISCLOSURE OF PROPERTY CONDITION. (a) Texas Seller’s Disclosure Law.