Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

I took some time off from blogging to catch up on work and re-group mentally from the past few years of real estate craziness, culminating in a hectic last six months of an appraiser. Thank you for being here to read my article on bedroom requirements and the housing statistics for Cuyahoga County. I just needed a little breather.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 6, 2022

In one Facebook group the other day, (yes, I’m back on Facebook ) one member mentioned they feel that a person who scans a property to provide an appraiser with a floor plan should be licensed. WHAT IS AN APPRAISAL INSPECTION? I think it’s important to understand what an appraisal inspection is. What do you think?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Have you heard of a property being overimproved, or super adequate? Unless you’re in the property valuation profession, you may not have. ” Clearly, when valuing a property, appraisers must consider what the typical buyer expects a home to offer in terms of amenities and characteristics. How about underimproved?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 12, 2023

If you need to get a home appraised, Aspen Appraisal Services offers expert independent appraisals! And thank you dear reader for being here at the Cleveland Appraisal Blog! Next week, I have a new article of my own ready to share. You can also listen right here at Cleveland Appraisal Blog! .

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Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2021

Consider an appraisal gap: Adding an appraisal gap to your offer tells the seller that even if the property appraises for less than the purchase price in the contract, you are committing a preset dollar amount to making up the shortfall. There is a chance they could offer an appraisal gap and never have to use it.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

What does it mean for appraisers? By considering the unique aspects of water frontage, local regulations, environmental factors, and property-specific amenities, you can provide credible and comprehensive valuations that reflect the worth of these highly sought-after properties. Worth reading. The best I have read on this topic.

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Boston Appraisal

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. Leveraging Market Data The appraisal process begins with a thorough analysis of market data, focusing on sales of properties that share historical or antique characteristics.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In this article, I’ll share the steps, what to include, what not to includes, and how to assemble a CMA report that’ll impress your clients. For buyers , it can help them determine if the property they’re interested in is priced correctly and if it is a sound purchase. They are more appropriate for an appraisal.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The question is, how exactly is property value determined? And how does the real estate appraisal process work? The following article delves into the “science” of residential and commercial real estate appraisal and discusses the steps to succeed. Understanding the Process for Appraising Residential Property.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

Newz: DEI and Appraisers, New GSE Market Analysis Deadline Feb. 4 January 31, 2025 Whats in This Newsletter (In Order, Scroll Down) LIA AD: Weather Impact What is the Cost Approach to Real Estate Appraisal? However, that does not preclude an appraiser from also using the cost approach to substantiate their findings.

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 15, 2021

Committed to 20 percent affordable housing options, the River & Rich project is a story of renewal and community rebirth via unique properties for sale. But for commercial real estate developers, brokerage firms, and appraisers, there’s another story hiding in plain sight.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Whether you’re a new appraiser or a seasoned appraiser looking to grow your income, you probably want to know, “What appraisal competencies do I need to master in order to maximize my success?” Key appraisal competencies. Learn more in our free guide, The ROI of Professional Development for Appraisers.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 23, 2023

So, here is another article from guest blogger Ashley Rodriguez. In this article, she discusses some things to consider before buying land. I hope you enjoy her article! As a real property appraiser, I think these tips can really help if you’re looking to purchase land. Hello, friends! I appreciate you!

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McKissock

AUGUST 18, 2020

In my previous blog post , I observed that specializing in complex property appraisal can be very profitable for the residential appraiser—in Florida and all across the U.S. The complex assignment is one in which the property to be appraised, the form of ownership, or market conditions are atypical.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2021

That being said, I am happy to welcome back guest blogger Penny Martin with a new article she wrote on this topic. I hope you enjoy her article! If you’re a homeowner who plans to put your property up for sale, it’s important to make sure everything is in the best condition possible. I hope you enjoyed Penny’s article!

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Boston Appraisal

MARCH 18, 2024

In legal disputes, the accurate valuation of real estate can be pivotal, making real estate appraisers key expert witnesses. Scenarios Necessitating Appraisers as Expert Witnesses: Property Disputes : Appraisers are crucial in resolving boundary disagreements, easement issues, or broader disputes over property rights.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Appraisers recently contacted by McKissock tend to agree that the profession will go generally well in 2022, with no major changes to the real estate market and no events on the horizon that could seriously upset appraisers’ business. Desktop appraisals, with information provided by third-party hirelings, may increase.

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McKissock

JULY 20, 2021

Appraisers often balk at assignments that require a more detailed inspection of the subject property (e.g., FHA appraisal assignments ) because they don’t want to be considered a “home inspector.” A home inspector might estimate the cost of certain repairs, but value opinions are left to the appraiser.

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McKissock

MARCH 17, 2023

As an experienced appraiser, there are many reasons you may decide to take on a trainee. property inspections), or prepare for retirement. Whatever the reason, supervisors play an essential role in the training and development of future appraisers. In this post, we outline how to become a supervisory appraiser.

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McKissock

MAY 14, 2023

Report writing is an essential step in the appraisal process. Want a quick breakdown of everything that belongs in a narrative appraisal report? for mortgage financing purposes or tax assessment appeal purposes) Identification/brief description of the property appraised Real property interest appraised (e.g.,

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 27, 2023

In order to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of assets, it is essential to obtain a professional, and accurate property appraisal in a divorce case. Why Property Appraisals are Important in Divorce Cases A property appraisal is an objective and unbiased estimate of the market value of a property, on a given date.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

JULY 13, 2017

I came across a Facebook post from an appraiser friend of mine about an article written in the Chicago Tribune titled Homebuyers who pay cash win deals as appraisals derail sale in tight Chicago market. The title is definitely eye-catching especially to an appraiser in Chicago. What can you do in that situation?

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McKissock

AUGUST 4, 2020

What types of clients do property appraisers serve? To help answer these questions, we recently asked our real estate appraisal community, “What type of appraisal client makes up the majority of your client base?” What type of appraisal client makes up the majority of your client base? Want to participate?

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McKissock

JANUARY 3, 2023

Vehmeier, Appraisal Educator Emeritus, shares his insights into appraising small income properties. The topic of this blog is two-to-four unit residential income properties. How to begin when appraising small income properties. Vehmeier, Appraisal Educator Emeritus. Importance of proper training.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Consider becoming a real estate appraiser. ” and “How much money can you make as an appraiser?” What are the requirements to become an appraiser? To become a licensed real estate appraiser, you must pass the National Uniform Licensing and Certification Exam. Do you need a college degree? Washington.

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McKissock

JANUARY 4, 2022

You know there are good reasons to upgrade your appraisal license —including making more money —but you might be unsure of how to go about it. Depending on your state and the license level you wish to attain, the exact steps for how to upgrade your appraisal license will vary slightly. Real estate appraiser qualification criteria.

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Boston Appraisal

APRIL 18, 2024

However, appraising such complex properties presents unique challenges and opportunities for real estate professionals. This article explores the intricate landscape of mixed-use development appraisal, providing insights into the difficulties faced and the potential benefits realized through this multidimensional process.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Equitable appraisal of property values is considered to be one of the important components that is frequently overlooked during the process. requires a careful review of all of the assets, and fairly evaluating the property becomes important to reaching a mutually agreeable conclusion.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 14, 2017

Althoff in the Illinois Senate introduced legislation that would remove a provision requiring written disclosure to a mortgage loan applicant of the total compensation paid to the real estate appraiser when the home appraisal has been ordered through an appraisal management company. Your Email].

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McKissock

OCTOBER 4, 2022

If you are considering a career in the appraisal field , you may be curious about how long it takes to get licensed and start earning an income as a real estate appraiser. Here is some information to help answer the frequently asked question, “How long does it take to become an appraiser?”

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McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Plus, what will it take to modernize the appraisal process? Read on for this week’s appraisal news and insights. The article notes that big cities, like New York and Los Angeles, may lag smaller ones, like Boise and Salt Lake City, in 2022. Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process.

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Appraiserblogs

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

A proposed update of professional guidelines for property appraisals contains confusing language about what constitutes discrimination, and would even suggest appraisers could engage in “ethical” discrimination. Folks, the following article is in the ABA Banking Journal e-newsletter, posted on Wednesday, February 15, 2023.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

As busy real estate appraiser, both your time and your professional reputation are extremely valuable. One thing you can do to help save time and preserve your standing as an ethical and reliable property appraiser is to put a little extra time and effort toward avoiding appraisal errors and violations. Sign up here.

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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. Brokers followed with 24%, and appraisal-certified professionals comprised 14% of the respondents. I am working on an article on Hybrid Appraisals for the November issue of Appraisal Today.

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McKissock

AUGUST 21, 2020

In any real estate appraisal assignment, you must use one of the two written report options outlined in USPAP: Appraisal Report or Restricted Appraisal Report. A diligent appraiser can utilize the Restricted Appraisal Report option when it makes good sense for the assignment and client. Reporting requirements.

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McKissock

AUGUST 23, 2022

McKissock’s Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide array of online appraisal classes, webinars, videos, podcasts, checklists, job aids, and other resources. Plus, we add new content to our library each month so that you get the most current and relevant information to grow your real estate appraisal career.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 6, 2025

At the heart of every successful investment strategy lies the crucial element of accurate property valuation, which is where professional appraisals become indispensable. The appraisal process provides a clear and objective perspective on the value of a property, separating the reality from perceived potential.

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