Premier Home Appraisal Blog

MAY 30, 2023

According to the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA), you can request PMI cancellation once you reach 20% equity in your home and have paid off 20% of your original loan amount, either through mortgage payments or an increase in your home's value. This is where the appraisal process comes in.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

How Home Appraisers Decide on the Value of Your Property. There are many reasons you may need to know the value of your property and for this, you need a home appraisal. What is Checked During a Home Appraisal? There are two main parts to a Home Appraisal: Inspection of the property.

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

While drive-by appraisals provide a quick and cost-effective way to estimate a homes value, they are not designed to replace traditional appraisals entirely. Instead, they are best suited for low-risk situations like refinancing or home equity loans. Fairness : By focusing primarily on objective data (e.g.,

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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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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

MAY 13, 2021

Naturally, even if you choose not to sell your house, you certainly want to maintain your investment and ensure that your home value doesn’t drop. Here, we’ll explore everything you need to know about home appraisals and how to maximize the value of your house. . What’s in a Home’s Value?

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Home inspection reports (current and previous). 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.

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Realtor

MARCH 7, 2023

These loans have no home value limits at all, although they do have income limits. The USDA home loan appraisal process To prove that a home meets the USDA’s criteria, all homes financed by USDA loans must undergo an appraisal. .”

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

For Insurance Purposes: The value needs to be accurate. The Appraisal Process: Step-by-Step Order the Appraisal: Typically, the lender orders the appraisal through an appraisal management company (AMC) or directly with an appraiser. Note the size, number of rooms, and features (e.g.,

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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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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

Because of that, he didn’t understand why his home didn’t appraise for higher than his neighbors’ homes. The market was hot and homes were selling for $10 to $20 thousand more than the asking price. Home values were skyrocketing and rising weekly. Let’s explore how appraisals work!

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

Because of that, he didn’t understand why his home didn’t appraise for higher than his neighbors’ homes. The market was hot and homes were selling for $10 to $20 thousand more than the asking price. Home values were skyrocketing and rising weekly. Let’s explore how appraisals work!

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Whether you’re selling your home to begin a new adventure or refinancing your existing home, getting an appraisal with the value you want is an important hurdle to clear. You may feel that the appraisal process is out of your control, but there are many easy and inexpensive ways to get both yourself and your home ready.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 7, 2019

Enhancing your home’s curb appeal includes things like: Cleaning the roof : Get rid of that overgrown moss. A roof in poor condition will be flagged during a home inspection, allowing people to low ball or withdraw their offers. For most houses, it’s not a charming look. Repairing the roof: Attend to roof repairs.

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Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The real estate market is still hot and there are currently more buyers than homes available for sale. So far in this year's fall real estate market, home values continue to rise. Despite the super seller's market, appraisers are protecting the mortgage companies' interests.

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Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Selling your home can be profitable in today's seller's market as home values have risen significantly this year. What's taken many sellers by surprise this year, however, is that some homes haven't been appraising due to these higher sales prices. Here are a couple of tips on what to expect during an appraisal.

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AmeriMac

JUNE 6, 2022

The appraiser will look at things like the size of your home, the condition of your home, recent sales of similar homes in the area, and any upgrades or renovations you may have made. After the inspection, the appraiser will give you a report that details their findings. Why Do I Need a Home Appraisal?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 14, 2022

The Federal Housing Finance Agency released voluminous plans last week developed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to make the housing market more equitable, in part through changes to the appraisal process. This indicates that we cannot reject the role historic discrimination has played in the evaluation of home values.”.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Under contract: Let your clients know what to expect after they go under contract on a home. Clarify key steps like inspections, appraisals, and the importance of meeting deadlines and any impacts of missing them. When buyers know what to expect, they are less likely to feel overwhelmed by the process.

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