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Protecting Yourself from Liability

Appraisal Buzz

We sat down with Craig and Joan Trice, Founder of Allterra Group, LLC to discuss appraisers and how they can protect themselves from liability within the appraisal process. What happens when an appraiser get a complaint from their State Board? How are the recent claims about racial bias impacting this on a legal level?

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Navigating the Appraisal Process – What You Need to Know

Simonson Real Estate

While commercial appraisals are a central part of evaluating real estate, the appraisal process itself can be frustrating and confusing – primarily since each assessment depends on the scope and nature of the specific property. Key Appraisal Items to Communicate. Do you have questions on these topics? Contact him today!

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How to Post the Most Effective MLS Listing: Tips to Help Buyers and Speed Up the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

Creating an effective MLS (Multiple Listing Service) listing is crucial for attracting potential buyers and expediting the appraisal process. A realtor should also note the details of common areas, special assessments if there are any, or any legal issues that might be affecting the project.

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Critical defects increase as refi market fades

Housing Wire

of the total), followed by borrower and mortgage eligibility (10.4%) and legal/regulatory/compliance (10.4%). ACES said appraisal issues are well documented, with most of the concern centered around rising appraisal costs, long turnaround times, and a shortage of qualified appraisers. basis points from the prior quarter.

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‘Real Estate Insiders’ role play buyer and seller objections

Housing Wire

Standardized forms can save consumers money on legal fees and other previously required elements. Next, Dwiggins asked about the value of concession data collected by an MLS, and whether a lack of data could hinder the appraisal process. But there is a risk that offers of compensation could disappear.

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Opteon expands its direct-to-consumer appraisal offerings

Housing Wire

Opteon , a Scottsdale-based appraisal, valuation, advisory, and property services provider, has expanded its direct-to-consumer business model nationwide, the company announced on Wednesday. “Our impending technology rollout will enable appraisers to deliver reports straight from the field,” Trice said. .

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2024 Appraisal Summit: Leading Together

Appraisal Buzz

Saturday afternoon also featured “Creating Credible and Supported Adjustments” , taught by Steve Kahane, which tackled a common issue for appraisers: developing reliable adjustments in the appraisal process. The morning concluded with a session titled “Valuation: Art or Science?”

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