Premier Home Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2024

All things appraisal property inspection. Following a hosted group lunch, our Certified Real Estate Appraisers will walk the class through the sales grid portion of an appraisal report based on the earlier inspection highlighting insightful topics, including; Adjustment discussions. What counts as a bedroom?

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Riverfront Appraisals

JANUARY 18, 2021

Welcome to the very first post in our all-new series The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. In this blog post, we’re starting with the end. Well – not really the end, but one of the last parts of some appraisals – namely the final inspection. We’ll briefly look at what a final inspection […].

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process Wondering what to expect from your home appraisal? Now it's time for the home appraisal. But before you do there's one last factor to consider: the home appraisal. Here's what you need to know about home appraisals so that you come prepared.

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Appraiserblogs

AUGUST 4, 2023

The entire concept of bifurcated appraisals represents a fundamental misunderstanding of the appraisal process. million armed robbery of a… Hybrid Assignments, the Consequences The concept of a third party providing one or more functions in an appraisal assignment is nothing new.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 30, 2024

The significance of Reverse Mortgage Appraisal In the context of reverse mortgages, a crucial aspect is ensuring that the property’s value aligns with the loan terms, making the reverse mortgage appraisal process significant. This professional and attentive approach guarantees the accuracy and reliability of the appraisal.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2019

We make the process easy for you and there’s no need for stress or confusion. If you’re wondering how it’ll work, we’ve summed it up for you in the form of a 7 Step Online Appraisal Process. The first thing you need to do to begin the process of getting a property appraisal is fill out our online order form.

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

It’s been several weeks now since I’ve blogged and to be honest I’ve missed it. Blogging provides me a creative outlet to help educate the public on the appraisal process. During the appraisal process, the appraiser is collecting and analyzing market data to arrive at an educated opinion of value.

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

In this blog, I aim to provide valuable insights and tips from an appraiser’s perspective, empowering real estate agents to navigate the appraisal process with confidence. Understanding the Role of Appraisers: First and foremost, it’s crucial for real estate agents to understand the role of appraisers.

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Riverfront Appraisals

AUGUST 31, 2021

Welcome to the September edition of our blog series, The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. This entire year, I’ve been blogging once a month with the purpose of assisting loan officers to better understand the appraisal process. This month’s blog post will be all about new construction appraisals.

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Appraiserblogs

MARCH 7, 2024

It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. Despite its roots in a methodology designed to support appraisers, Value. It’s time to grab your popcorn and… The post Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal?

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Riverfront Appraisals

APRIL 20, 2023

This blog is dedicated to the countless homeowners who, as we’re finishing up with the appraisal inspection, ask “well, is there anything I can do to increase the value of my home?” Realtors, you’ll also benefit from this post because I’m sure you get asked that all the time as well!

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 13, 2022

I know of some appraisers who do not measure the properties they appraise, even though they are expected to when making a physical observation (inspection). That’s the same reason many of our clients require that we make a physical inspection and measure the improvements of the property we are appraising.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

One such attempt is the increased use of hybrid appraisals. Hybrid appraisals and full appraisals differ in one key aspect, property inspection. In the course of a full appraisal, the appraiser will schedule and inspect the property themselves.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 7, 2021

CONSIDERING LAND IN THE APPRAISAL PROCESS. When appraising a property, we must analyze what the highest and best use of the land is. Upon inspecting this home, I found that the home sits on a huge rock formation, which takes up a good portion of the left side of the property. – George Dell’s Analogue Blog.

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Birmingham Appraisal

APRIL 4, 2023

For example, a data collector may not be aware of the hundreds of items that an appraiser observes during an appraisal inspection. They may not notice the multitude of items that a trained appraiser checks during one of their appraisal observations. If you liked this post subscribe by email (or RSS feed ).

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

You can read more about property inspection waivers in a past article I wrote. Appraisal vs Home Inspection. As a new homeowner, you might be confused about the differences between an appraisal and a home inspection. Home inspections are normally regulated by the state. Steps in the Appraisal Process.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 13, 2023

Appraisal Tips For Real Estate Agents As a real estate appraiser with over 30 years of experience, I have seen many changes and challenges in the appraisal profession and the real estate market. I believe that appraisers and agents have a common goal: to help their clients buy or sell a home.

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Riverfront Appraisals

JUNE 13, 2021

Right now on our Appraisal Blog, we’re all about helping Loan Officers. This post is part six of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. We’re halfway there!

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 19, 2024

Understanding Confidentiality in Real Estate Appraisal The confidentiality of an appraisal report is a cornerstone of professional appraisal practice. According to the USPAP, appraisers are required to uphold confidentiality to protect the interests of their clients and maintain the integrity of the appraisal process.

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Premier Home Appraisal Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Price like a Real Estate Appraiser! Are you a real estate professional or mortgage lender looking to learn more about the home appraisal process? Let our experienced certified Virginia appraisal experts be the premier source of home appraisal knowledge for your market. All things appraisal property inspection.

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Riverfront Appraisals

APRIL 30, 2021

Right now on our Appraisal Blog, we’re all about helping Loan Officers. This post is part five of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. So far in our series, we’ve looked at final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, and reconsiderations of value.

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McKissock

MAY 24, 2022

But it’s worth spelling out, because a courteous and professional demeanor is essential to making a good first impression and providing a positive customer service experience throughout the entire appraisal process, from acceptance to delivery. Deliver reports on time. Communicate with the client. Go above and beyond.

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Riverfront Appraisals

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

This post is part two of a 12-part series we recently launched called The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. In case you missed part one, go back and read all about the Final Inspection process here. In this blog post, we’re going to give you an appraiser’s perspective on unique homes, and […].

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Real estate agents, as trusted guides for their clients, must possess a good understanding of the factors that influence property appraisals. In this blog post, I’ll discuss key appraisal factors, and common challenges, and offer valuable insights for real estate agents to navigate the appraisal process effectively.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

Urban, Suburban, Rural in Appraisals Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal? I hate this time change.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 1, 2020

There are many articles, blogs, and opinion papers that either support or reject bifurcated and hybrid appraisals, which contributes to a great deal of confusion. Here at McKissock Learning, we do not support any position regarding bifurcated and hybrid appraisals. Why call it an enhanced desktop appraisal?

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This is the third post in our blog series about appraisal waiver programs. As mortgage underwriters, you understand that a timely appraisal is paramount to a smooth loan approval process. But what if you could skip a traditional appraisal entirely? What is an appraisal waiver?

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

As technology has evolved we have much greater access to data and appraisers are learning to adapt and use this technology. Many believe that the use of different data gathering tools and sources will help modernize the appraisal process. Appraisers have been trained in knowing what to look for. What about foul odors?

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Premier Home Appraisal Blog

MAY 30, 2023

By getting a PMI removal appraisal and showing that your home has increased in value, you can show that you have the required equity to SAVE MONEY! This process can save you hundreds of dollars each month and thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. This is where the appraisal process comes in.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

Navigating Complex Properties: In cases of unique or complex properties, agents and appraisers collaborate to ensure accurate valuations. The Power of Pre-Appraisal Preparation: Agents preparing properties for appraisals can have a significant impact on the outcome. Pros and Cons Of A Pre-Listing Appraisal

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Appraisal is a crucial process that helps determine the value of commercial properties. Appraisers can work independently or as part of appraisal firms, real estate appraisal departments, financial institutions, corporations, or government agencies.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Homeowners, Don’t Make These Appraisal Mistakes When Selling Your Home As a real estate appraiser, I have seen many mistakes that sellers make during the appraisal process. These mistakes can significantly impact the value of a property and even lead to an appraisal being lower than the contract price.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 30, 2023

A Look at Why Your Home May Not Appraise for The Expected Value When it comes to selling or refinancing your home, one of the crucial steps is the appraisal process. Appraisals determine the market value of your property, which affects your ability to secure a loan or make a profitable sale.

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AmeriMac

JUNE 30, 2024

Introduction Understanding how home appraisals work is crucial when buying or selling a home. Conducted by a licensed appraiser , the appraisal plays a critical role in the mortgage process by determining the loan amount your lender will offer. Appraiser analyzes recent sales of comparable properties nearby.

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 15, 2019

In addition to the automated appraisal, we’re starting to see moves toward a hybrid appraisal process called bifurcation , meaning that a computer and a person complete the valuation. Lower cost than traditional appraisal. Get more content like this delivered to your inbox by subscribing to our blog! Subscribe now!

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 15, 2019

In addition to the automated appraisal, we’re starting to see moves toward a hybrid appraisal process called bifurcation , meaning that a computer and a person complete the valuation. Lower cost than traditional appraisal. Get more content like this delivered to your inbox by subscribing to our blog! Subscribe now!

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

What Is A Hybrid Appraisal? A hybrid appraisal is one that is done by involving more participants than just the appraiser. Rather than involve the appraiser in the data collection part of the appraisal process this part is done by someone else. Are you saving money?

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