Appraisal Partners Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

If you’re considering buying a home with an FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loan, you’ll need to understand the specific requirements for FHA appraisals. Why are FHA Appraisals Different? This is the key difference from a conventional appraisal. Report Review: The lender reviews the appraisal report.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 14, 2024

However, manual reviews of appraisals, property condition, renovation estimates, and more do not scale efficiently. Today, new technology can assist appraisers, AMCs and lenders with visual inspection, analysis, and intelligence to validate information, detect issues, and derive data-backed insights on every loan.

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D Fritz Appraisals

JANUARY 29, 2025

House Appraisal vs BC Assessment: How They Impact Your Homes Value Understanding the difference between residential home appraisals vs BC assessments. While assessments and appraisals both provide property valuations, their purpose, methods and impact on homeowners differ vastly.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2021

Home improvements and renovations are also important to buyers. A seller concession could include putting money towards the inspection costs, appraisal fees, taxes or another expense. After all, curb appeal is just as attractive to potential buyers as the indoor layout. Sellers also have to pay closing costs.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Tips To Ensure a Successful Appraisal When it comes to the home appraisal process, providing complete and accurate information is critical for a successful appraisal. Real estate agents and loan officers play an important role in ensuring appraisers have the necessary data to deliver reliable valuations.

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Housing Wire

MAY 11, 2021

For example, a newly renovated home that has a gourmet kitchen and an updated bathroom may be valued more highly than a similar home that possesses only above-average amenities and is in average condition. . The GSEs require appraisers to evaluate them on a scale from C1/Q1(best) to C6/Q6(worst).

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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 20, 2025

Introduction The residential appraisal is a cornerstone of the real estate world, yet it’s often shrouded in mystery for many homeowners. Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, an appraisal plays a vital role in determining the true market value of a property. This valuation is crucial for a multitude of reasons.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Are you planning on renovating your home? What to Expect When Undertaking These 4 Common Home Renovation Projects. When home improvement gives way to major renovations, the implications can be more impactful than you might realize. Read on for some pointers from Cleveland Appraisal Blog. I hope you enjoy it!

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

FHFA’s Appraisal Waivers Expansion The Great Debate on Appraisal Fees Updated UAD redesign timeline with specific implementation dates Mortgage applications decreased 0.1 As an appraiser, understanding the nuances of kitchens is essential to providing credible and insightful valuations.

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Raleigh Realty

JULY 31, 2022

Major Home Inspection Issues and How to Handle Repairs If your home inspection turns up any of these 7 major issues it could be time to negotiate some mandatory fixes with the seller before you proceed with purchasing the home. After a home inspection, issues are going to arise. Structural Issues 1. Plumbing 3.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The MBA study also found the following of note: Home renovations slowed to 56% of volume in 2023 compared to 65% in 2022. The post Lending Study Reveals Increase in Outstanding Debt Despite Flat Volume appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. billion per company in 2023, from $2.10 billion in 2022. in 2024 and 4.8% in 2024 and 7.2%

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 25, 2024

Angi research found that first-time home buyers—who make up a staggering 68% of the market as opposed to the 54% of seasoned homeowners—are much more likely to attend home inspections prior to purchasing their property. The post The Unexpected Costs of Homeownership appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 29, 2024

In terms of usage, 56% of borrowers used their home equity loan for home renovations, down from 65% in 2022, while 33% used the loan for debt consolidation, up from 25% the previous year. Conversely, 22% of originations required a full appraisal with the majority entailing both an interior and exterior inspection.

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McKissock

AUGUST 10, 2021

Appraising a luxury home can be stressful, so preparation is important before commencing with a luxury home inspection. In this post, we provide valuable tips for preparing to inspect a luxury home, including some key questions to ask of the homeowner, agent, or builder about upgrades and amenities. Prepare the homeowner.

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Raleigh Realty

APRIL 24, 2022

Sustainable Renovations for Every Room Whether you buy an older home or a new construction home, there are most likely modifications and renovations you can do to make your new house more eco-friendly. Let’s take a room-by-room look at potential eco-friendly modifications and renovations you can make to your home.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

For some homeowners, extensive renovations can present a challenge in terms of time and finances, particularly if you plan to move out of your home soon. Talking to your real estate agent or appraiser is also helpful to get a professional’s point of view. I hope you find her article to be helpful! No repairs, no costs.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Property appraisal information Detailed outline or description of each property. These details are more relevant and appropriate in an appraisal. They are more appropriate for an appraisal. The ideal comparison is an “apples-to-apples” analysis without the unnecessary distractions of irrelevant data. More on that later.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

Part of our work as appraisers is to consider whether situations like this are influencing the market value of the home we are appraising. Market value, therefore, considers the entire pool of potential buyers of homes that are similar to, and that compete with the property being appraised. CRAZY NEIGHBORS. Probably not.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 13, 2023

Before you embark on a complete bathroom renovation, take heart. Schedule Regular Plumbing Inspections If you really want to keep your plumbing system eco-friendly, it’s time to practice some TLC. Regular inspections are important to catch plumbing issues and maintain an efficient plumbing and water transport system.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 6, 2022

This article was originally published in the Fall 2021 Appraisal Buzz Magazine here. Now is your last time to sign up to receive the Appraisal Buzz Magazine for free from the Appraisal Buzz Premium Membership ! Every appraisal starts with identifying the appraisal problem.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Be Prepared for an Appraisal for a Positive Impact on Your Home’s Valuation. Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. How Do I Get Ready for the Appraisal on My House?

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Closing costs are used to pay for items such as appraisals, inspections, and much more. Some costs—such as the down payment, closing costs, home inspection and appraisal—are just the price of admission to homeownership. How important is the freedom to renovate? Hammond , a Chase private-client home lending adviser.

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Empire Appraisal Group

MAY 16, 2024

Should You Renovate Before Selling? Before launching renovation projects to sell a home, consider the cost benefits. NEW YORK – When selling your house, one of the most common things to worry about is whether you should renovate the home before listing it. Look at your home as if you were buying it and decide if it’s turnkey.

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Empire Appraisal Group

OCTOBER 17, 2024

By Spiderstock/Getty Images Source: [link] Costly Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid By Courtney Klosterman While rewarding, home renovations can be time consuming, costly and frustrating. But renovating can be tricky even for homeowners with experience let alone someone without that technical knowledge.

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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. Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market.

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Realvals

JUNE 18, 2023

In today’s dynamic market, there are many situations where you may need a real estate appraisal. An appraisal provides you with the clearest understanding of the value of your real estate. Whether you are buying, selling, or refinancing, an appraisal helps you make well-informed decisions in the process.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

FannieMae and Freddie Mac both announced early this year the implementation of the use of Desktop Appraisals beginning in March. Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services. Differences in Appraisal Products.

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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! ” “It’s a lot more than just pulling comps!”

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Blogging provides me a creative outlet to help educate the public on the appraisal process. If you had told me in 2010 that I would still be writing my appraisal blog 14 years later I would have said you were crazy, but here I am. In this week’s post, I dispel some common appraisal myths that have been around for years.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

MAY 13, 2021

A home appraisal is an unbiased opinion of a home or property’s value. Real estate professionals or other appraisal experts can help you determine the market value of your home. Here, we’ll explore everything you need to know about home appraisals and how to maximize the value of your house. . The Value of a Home Appraisal.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 3, 2024

Many current sellers have begun a renovation but have run out of money prematurely as inflation has caused cost overruns and capital is less available to fund shortfalls. Thorough due diligence, including property inspections and assessments, and adequate cash reserves are crucial to identify and address potential concerns.

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Genworth MI Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The mortgage process involves diligence and timeliness to ensure that borrowers can meet their closing date – that diligence is also required to master the appraisal review process. Ensuring you know the ins and outs of the appraisal review is imperative to help your borrowers meet that end goal on time.

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Appraisal Hub

JANUARY 24, 2022

If you’re getting a property appraisal in Toronto, you may be wondering about the process. How is it that a costly renovation ended up adding very little value to your home? Why did a neighbouring house get a higher appraisal? They usually work in established and respected real estate appraisal firms. How is it done?

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

A divorce appraisal is a crucial step in ensuring a fair and equitable distribution of property. Why is a Divorce Appraisal Necessary? To determine the fair market value of real estate, a divorce appraisal is essential. It’s crucial to choose an appraiser who is: Experienced in divorce appraisals.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JUNE 17, 2022

The latter can be a lot cheaper but the amount of renovations required might end up costing you more in the long-run. Perform your own initial inspection on the apartment building and surrounding property. Get a professional inspection and commercial appraisal of the apartment building before making a final decision.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

A crucial part of this process, often shrouded in mystery, is the home appraisal. This comprehensive guide will break down everything you need to know about home appraisals, ensuring you’re well-informed and prepared. What is a Home Appraisal? Why are Appraisals Important? fireplaces, updated kitchens, bathrooms).

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Homeowners, Don’t Make These Appraisal Mistakes When Selling Your Home As a real estate appraiser, I have seen many mistakes that sellers make during the appraisal process. These mistakes can significantly impact the value of a property and even lead to an appraisal being lower than the contract price.

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