McKissock

JANUARY 31, 2023

As part of our Question of the Month survey series, we asked members of our appraisal community, “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process?” Thank you to the large number of appraisers who shared their input! ” “That we research value, we do not assign it.”

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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS).

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Genworth MI Blog

JULY 16, 2020

Recently, Desktop and Drive-by appraisals (no interior inspection by the appraiser) temporarily replaced some interior inspection appraisals as a necessary response to health risks and quarantine orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Download interior pictures from the internet depicting a better house.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Are you just starting your real estate appraisal career? Last month we asked our appraisal community, “If you could give ONE piece of advice to a new appraiser, what would it be?” ” Thank you to the large number of appraisers who shared their top tips for new appraisers! Top 12 most common tips.

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McKissock

JANUARY 14, 2022

The negative impacts on the marketability of residential properties caused by odors from pet dander, feces, and urine can be significant factors in the price a buyer is willing to pay. For example: I had an assignment to appraise a 3,500 sq. Free Download: Ready to launch your appraisal career?

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McKissock

AUGUST 13, 2021

Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? First and foremost, Standards Rule 1-5 in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) states that we are to: “analyze all agreements of sale.” Free Download: Are you investing in yourself and your career? Questions we should ask ourselves.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

In the past two blog posts in this series, I discussed the pros and cons of complex appraisal assignments and why today’s residential appraiser may want to consider specializing in “odd” or “atypical” assignments. The examples given in the last post were about “the property to be appraised” being atypical. Form of ownership.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

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’re adding 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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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS).

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Valuation Appraisal Marketing Housing Market 52

McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS).

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Birmingham Appraisal

JANUARY 25, 2023

It goes without saying that if agents utilize the methods that appraisers use, their list prices, and the eventual contract price, will be more in line with what the appraiser’s opinion of value will be. You can check out a prior post I wrote to see how appraisers reconcile a final value within their appraisal report.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 2, 2023

What Do Appraisers Look For in a Sales Contract? Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? First and foremost, Standards Rule 1-5 in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) states that we are to: “analyze all agreements of sale.” Answers a lot of appraiser questions.

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McKissock

JULY 11, 2022

In residential appraising, the cost approach and the income approach have in many cases become less utilized in favor of sole reliance on the sales comparison approach. What would a reasonably well-informed buyer actually pay for that house—without the special market condition of a feeding frenzy?” What should it be insured for?

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Assurance Financial

APRIL 29, 2021

Before you buy a home or refinance a mortgage, your property will most likely need to go through the appraisal process. During an appraisal, a professional will evaluate your home’s condition, how much similar homes have sold for recently and the overall market to determine the value of your home. Assessed Value.

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Assurance Financial

MAY 18, 2022

An appraisal is part of the loan application process. During the appraisal, the appraiser will determine more than the market value of the home. Downloadable Guides. Click here to download the file. Click here to download the file. The house also has to act as your primary residence.

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Assurance Financial

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The home’s gains in market value. Downloadable Guides. Click here to download the file. Click here to download the file. After processing, your lender will likely order a home appraisal to determine the value of the property you intend to buy. Mortgage principal payments. contact-form-7].

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Quicken Loans

JUNE 3, 2021

For home buyers, the process begins by visiting the iBuyer’s website or downloading the company’s app to browse the homes for sale. Opendoor even includes market analysis graphs that depict how the properties’ prices and days on the market compare to other properties in the area. How Do You Purchase A Home From An iBuyer?

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Property Metrics

MARCH 13, 2025

Market Value vs. Investment Value Sometimes, the price youre willing to pay doesnt align with the broader market because of your specific goals or unique resources. Distinguishing between market value and investment value is key to smart deal-making. Often used for special-purpose properties (e.g.,

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