Birmingham Appraisal

JULY 12, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the concept of the Law of Diminishing Returns and explore how real estate agents can utilize this knowledge to effectively price their listings. Buyers are often reluctant to pay a premium for features that significantly exceed the norm in their area.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

2 months ago I wrote an article comparing Zillow’s Zestimate program to a regular appraisal process. It’s a common question that comes up and with the real estate market skyrocketing, thought I’d answer the question once and for all. Zillow Zestimate Appraisal Accuracy.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Tips To Make An Agent’s Life Easier The job of a real estate agent is extensive. There was a popular post that many agents were sharing on Facebook recently that listed all of the hats that an agent must wear. This can cost the borrower more and possibly delay the closing.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

Last week, a real estate agent asked me about how appraisers adjust for age. We also develop the effective ages of comparable sales to derive a range of effective ages, which can help to further support our estimate of the effective age of the property we are appraising. – Real Estate Decoded.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 13, 2022

But, it happens enough that it can create a little skepticism in the minds of an appraiser. By the way, if you’re a real estate agent, you no doubt have experienced these same issues with some that you work with or work for. You can also listen right here at Cleveland Appraisal Blog!

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Birmingham Appraisal

JANUARY 29, 2025

Brush Up On Your Appraisal Knowledge Most people have a basic understanding of the appraisal process. If you’ve ever purchased a home or refinanced your mortgage you’ve most likely had to get your home appraised. This commitment to objectivity is important to the appraisal process.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

What Appraisers Wish Real Estate Agents Understood McKissock Survey Question: “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process? Of course, most people confuse real estate agents with appraisers. Newsletters start with “Newz.”

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Padove Appraisal Service

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The task of selecting an appraiser for purposes such as estate planning and settlement, divorce, tax appeal, etc., This blog post offers a guide to help you through the process. There are several ways to find a real estate appraiser in the Philadelphia, PA area.

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Rowe Appraisal Group

MAY 5, 2020

A couple of days ago I was sitting down to start writing a blog post on how to streamline the initial appraisal process, specifically gathering information on the subject property prior to doing the inspection. Tom’s blog post, as always, is top notch and has lots of good tips and suggestions for agents and homeowners alike.

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Rowe Appraisal Group

MAY 5, 2020

A couple of days ago I was sitting down to start writing a blog post on how to streamline the initial appraisal process, specifically gathering information on the subject property prior to doing the inspection. Tom’s blog post, as always, is top notch and has lots of good tips and suggestions for agents and homeowners alike.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

In the often chaotic world of real estate, the appraiser-agent relationship can contribute to a smoother process. When real estate agents and appraisers work together seamlessly, clients benefit from well-informed decisions, transactions become smoother, and professional relationships are strengthened.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

As you can see, there are major differences between home appraisals and home inspections and both are very important. There are numerous steps in the appraisal process and it’s important to know each step involved. Steps in the Appraisal Process. Related posts: Things agents do that appraisers hate.

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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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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 19, 2024

Understanding Confidentiality in Real Estate Appraisal The confidentiality of an appraisal report is a cornerstone of professional appraisal practice. This process is separate from the private appraisal conducted for mortgage, sale, or other purposes.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In this blog post, I’ll dive deep into what outlier sales are, why they should not be used in pricing other properties, and the potential consequences of relying on them. The Agent’s Role in Pricing Pricing a home accurately is a pivotal step in ensuring a successful sale.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals. Copies of any previous appraisals – this can help the appraiser see how the value has changed over the years. List of improvements made in the last 15 years, with costs and completion dates.

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Birmingham Appraisal

APRIL 4, 2023

Real estate agents can also be data collectors and if they have a financial interest in the property their data may not be 100% accurate. The Role of Data Collectors in the Real Estate Industry Despite these concerns, data collectors are starting to be used more and more in the appraisal process.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

As a buyer, seller, or real estate agent involved in a sales transaction it’s important to be aware of changes in how things are done that may affect you. One of these changes is the use of the hybrid appraisal by lenders. What Is A Hybrid Appraisal? Are you saving money?

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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.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 2, 2024

The report cited from CSS, analyzed appraisal data across 10 states in the East Coast and Midwest, finding that only around 40% of home sales included an appraisal that was within $2,500 of the final sale price. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. Twitter: [link] Posted by noon Friday 2.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 25, 2023

Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! On Friday, NAR put out a notice asking appraisal members in the affected areas to alert their non-member colleagues. Or hit the reply button.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Excerpts from the letter: … including, but not limited to, experience in real estate market analysis and real estate brokerage, including: • Evaluating and pricing residential real estate. Completing Evaluations in compliance with the Interagency Appraisal and Evaluation Guidelines.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 12, 2024

Desktop appraisals okay for some Fannie Loans March 2022 Fannie Wants Desktop Appraisals Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Thanks to Tom for writing this blog post.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 19, 2024

Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Appraisers must, therefore, frame their response within the matrix of avoiding any of any and all types of biases, not merely racial biases. baths, 5,550 sq.ft.,

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 28, 2024

. == == Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Geographic “Data” Competency refers to an appraiser’s ability to effectively understand, interpret, and utilize geographic data in the appraisal process.

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Birmingham Appraisal

APRIL 11, 2023

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. The post My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps appeared first on Birmingham Appraisal Blog.

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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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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Both the employee and the employer need accurate valuations as soon as possible so that the process may continue without delay. Quick turnaround is a vital part of the relocation appraisal process. Emphasis on Saleability: In addition to valuing the property, relocation appraisals must also focus on its saleability.

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Listing Spark

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Are you considering selling your home without the assistance of a real estate agent? Many homeowners opt for the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) approach to cut costs and have more control over the sales process. For Sale By Owner refers to the process of selling a home without the involvement of a real estate agent or broker.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 5, 2024

. ———————————————————————————- Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!!

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Quicken Loans

JUNE 10, 2021

Maybe you’ve tried contacting a real estate agent, who probably told you to call back after you’ve been “preapproved.” Immediately, the question arises: How do you start the process of getting a mortgage loan? If you’re buying for the first time , the mortgage loan process can be confusing and unfamiliar.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

NAR Member Survey on Data Collectors Excerpts: In May 2023, NAR surveyed its members pertaining to data collectors in the appraisal process. Survey respondents Sales agents accounted for the largest proportion, with 45% of participants holding this license. For example, I’m appraising a Victorian built before 1910.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The appraisal process is an essential part of real estate transactions. The appraisal value can make or break the deal, whether buying or selling a property. But what happens when the appraised value comes in lower than expected? This is where rebuttal appraisal comes in. Contact us at AmeriMac today!

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Quicken Loans

JUNE 9, 2021

VA Home Appraisal Process. Now that you know what a VA appraisal looks for, let’s look at what you can expect from the process itself. Once you begin the VA loan process, your Home Loan Expert will be able to schedule a VA-approved appraiser for you. The Appraisal Is Lower Than Expected.

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McCarthy Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Homeowners may have questions about the appraisal process itself and may ask the appraiser for tips on how to improve the valuation. Ascertain the appraiser’s knowledge of the area. Appraisers normally use in-house databases of recent sales and price trends to compile valuations. Call today!

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