Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 27, 2021

Who needs an appraiser when one has cash? I must admit, in the past year, there have been times when I have felt like many buyers don’t really care about value anymore. While it may seem like many buyers don’t care about what the market value of a home is, I think that we must be careful to not make that assumption.

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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 A well-appointed kitchen can significantly enhance a property’s appeal and marketability. Of course, appraisers see all types of kitchens.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 20, 2021

If you’re not an appraiser, if you are trying to figure out the value of a home, chances are good that you use a price per square foot metric. That way of measuring the market can lead to an opinion of value that is in the ballpark of a home’s market value. However, oftentimes, it does not. .

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 18, 2022

This week I have a bonus article for my appraisal colleagues who are interested in becoming expert appraisal witnesses in eminent domain cases. Appraising property in an eminent domain case requires unique expertise and skills. Appraising property in an eminent domain case requires unique expertise and skills.

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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.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

What is an home appraisal? Why Didn’t My Home Appraise Higher? Appraisals can be confusing. A friend (I’ll call him Art) recently had his home appraised. When the appraisal came back, he was shocked to see that his home appraised for less than two homes nearby that had recently sold.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 6, 2021

I’ve appraised many thousands of homes over the years. They are trained to catch things that most people might miss. By the way, appraisers are looking for things readily observable. For this reason, a buyer should not rely on an appraiser’s inspection to catch things that might not be obvious. PROPERTY TAXES.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 20, 2021

If you’re not an appraiser, if you are trying to figure out the value of a home, chances are good that you use a price per square foot metric. That way of measuring the market can lead to an opinion of value that is in the ballpark of a home’s market value. However, oftentimes, it does not. .

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2022

Also, an independent appraisal during the loan process locks in the property’s market value at the time the reverse mortgage loan is funded. CM : Firstly, reverse mortgages, whether government-insured or proprietary, are non-recourse loans.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

In recent years, it has become common for lenders to obtain hybrid appraisals. While appraisers provide an essential service through their reports, this work comes at high costs to the buyer or borrower. This cost can be measured in terms of dollars spent on an appraisal or the time required to produce a full appraisal report.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 15, 2025

Understanding Appraisal Management In real estate, determining a property’s fair market value is crucial for transactions. Appraisal management involves coordinating and overseeing the valuation process to ensure compliance with industry standards like USPAP in the US.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

percent from one week earlier ———————————————- Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news! I am always learning something new.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

An automated valuation model (AVM) provides an estimate of market value for a subject property at a specific point in time. To determine a value for the subject property, the most common AVM method is the use the prices of comparable properties that were recently sold. Single Model Methodology Is the Single Best Approach.

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Realtor

MAY 15, 2023

Getty Images If you need a mortgage to buy a home you have your eye on, it’s standard for your lender to order an appraisal of the property. But when your lender says it’s ordering a hybrid appraisal instead of a traditional appraisal , what does that mean exactly ? The appraisal also protects you as a buyer.

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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 appraisals are a vital part of the home buying process as they have a big influence on the amount a lending institution will loan the buyer.

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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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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

MAY 10, 2023

If you’re a licensed trainee entering the appraisal business, finding a supervisor can be a challenge. Many real estate appraisers don’t have the time to mentor a beginner. Sometimes they fear that the newcomer, once fully trained, will become a competitor. Here are expert tips on how to find an appraisal mentor.

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Appraisal Hub

JULY 22, 2020

Are you interested in getting appraisal services for your property in Toronto? It’s important to make sure that its value is being determined by the most qualified appraiser. Here are some questions to ask prospective appraisal firms before you hire one: Has your company appraised many properties in my area?

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

What is an home appraisal? Why Didn’t My Home Appraise Higher? Appraisals can be confusing. A friend (I’ll call him Art) recently had his home appraised. When the appraisal came back, he was shocked to see that his home appraised for less than two homes nearby that had recently sold.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

What is an home appraisal? Why Didn’t My Home Appraise Higher? Appraisals can be confusing. A friend (I’ll call him Art) recently had his home appraised. When the appraisal came back, he was shocked to see that his home appraised for less than two homes nearby that had recently sold.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches Excerpts: Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. However, these restrictions may also limit modifications, potentially affecting the property’s market appeal. Worth reading.

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Boston Appraisal

JUNE 24, 2019

Property owners are often surprised when the time comes to estimate the fair market value of their green building. Many appraisers believe that these green features, although expensive, add little value to the property, while potential buyers find these features appealing and valuable.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

In recent years, it has become common for lenders to obtain hybrid appraisals. While appraisers provide an essential service through their reports, this work comes at high costs to the buyer or borrower. This cost can be measured in terms of dollars spent on an appraisal or the time required to produce a full appraisal report.

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CP Home Appraisals

AUGUST 27, 2018

Isn’t a home inspection similar to a home appraisal? Not at all – an appraisal differs from a house inspection. Although the home appraiser will complete a rudimentary inspection of the subject property, it will be nowhere near as thorough as what a property inspector does. Why is it vital to have a home appraisal?

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

In recent years, it has become common for lenders to obtain hybrid appraisals. While appraisers provide an essential service through their reports, this work comes at high costs to the buyer or borrower. This cost can be measured in terms of dollars spent on an appraisal or the time required to produce a full appraisal report.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

percent from one week earlier Appraised Value Vs. Sale Price Converted $500K Minnesota Bank With Historic Vaults and Bulletproof Glass How AI Tech is Reshaping Appraisal Success From Panic to Profit: One Appraiser’s Story of Survival and Growth Cindy Chance Terminated (Appraisal Institute CEO) Mortgage applications increased 14.2

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 12, 2024

Desktop Appraisals: Who, When, and Why Excerpts: The ability to identify property characteristics without a personal inspection is not a new concept. Similarly, while not identical, appraisers generally use the cited sources above to identify the physical characteristics of comparable sales in their appraisals.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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McKissock

JUNE 8, 2021

He ordered appraisals from three different appraisers, and the purchase price was to be the average of the three value opinions. He knew there’s no correct answer in appraising. Because there’s no correct answer in appraising. Because there’s no correct answer in appraising. Not likely.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

How do appraisers consider appliances? also clarifies when appliances are required to be operational by stating, “Appliances that are to remain and that contribute to the market value opinion must be operational,” and, “The Appraiser must note all appliances that remain and contribute to the Market Value.”

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Appraisal Today

MAY 31, 2024

10 Steps to a Paperless Office By Mike Fletcher Excerpts: If you’ve talked to appraisers who have gone digital, you know they love not having boxes of old reports and workfiles cluttering their offices, homes, and garages and not spending money on paper, toner, and other equipment. Get trained 10. Business is slow for many appraisers.

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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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Genworth MI Blog

JULY 13, 2023

Prospective borrowers, especially first-time homebuyers, need to be ready for what they’ll encounter during the homebuying process, including home appraisals. But with obstacles in the way for many, lenders need to stay updated on market trends and understand how every part of the homebuying journey might be impacted.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 2, 2023

A Guide to Selecting the Right Appraiser Selecting a real estate appraiser is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your financial transactions and investments. Certification and Licensing Appraisal standards and regulations are vital to maintaining the integrity of the profession.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

One of these changes is the use of the hybrid appraisal by lenders. What Is A Hybrid Appraisal? A hybrid appraisal is one that is done by involving more participants than just the appraiser. Rather than involve the appraiser in the data collection part of the appraisal process this part is done by someone else.

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Realtor

JANUARY 23, 2018

Luke Sharrett for The Wall Street Journal When Blackstone Group LP wanted to borrow hundreds of millions of dollars to buy foreclosed homes after the housing crash, it needed a quick, inexpensive way to value thousands of houses the investment firm already owned and was offering as collateral. Francois Gregoire, a St. Petersburg, Fla.,

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