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Servicing Tech ROI Circa 2024 (Including AI)

Appraisal Buzz

How Real-Time Data & AI Transforms Servicing Operations A unified platform with cloud-native architecture is the foundation for leveraging AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) in mortgage servicing. Is it possible for servicers to operate at $180 to $200 servicing cost per loan, compared to the MBA industry average of $250?

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The ultimate open house checklist for new & experienced agents

Housing Wire

For example, if the home is listed below market value or has rare or unique amenities or architectural style, highlight that in your marketing. The goal of your open house might not be to sell the listing, but its crucial to know as much as possible about the home.

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The Appraiser’s Guide to Evaluating Home Value Before You Buy

Birmingham Appraisal

Architectural Style and Aesthetic Appeal Architectural trends and the external appeal of a home also influence its market value. Properties that are more similar to current popular home styles or have a timeless appeal are likely to attract more buyers and sell for a higher price.

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50 Most Expensive Towns in Massachusetts

Lamacchia Realty

The population of Weston is 11,851 and the property tax rate is $12.81 Brookline consists of different neighborhoods such as Longwood, with its Greek revival architecture, and Washington Square with Victorian brownstones. The city is known for its beautiful architecture, diverse population, and thriving arts and dining scenes.

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How to Sell Your House Fast in Chicago with Targeted Updates and Spot-on Pricing

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

Chicago’s housing options include a wide diversity of architecture, styles, and sizes, including vintage condos, brand-new construction, and 7,000-square-foot homes. in 2019 over the previous year, perhaps an effect of high property taxes, falling population, and an excess of homes after the mid-2010s construction boom.

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Appraisals: Using Comps Across a Freeway?

Appraisal Today

I don’t normally pull comps across a highway In so many cases it’s an awful idea to cross a major road or highway to pull comps because a highway sometimes separates markets that are far different in age, square footage, lot size, architecture, price point, school district, etc…. I do this every year.

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Real Estate Appraisers Share How They Stand Out from the Competition

McKissock

” “Background in landscape architecture and real estate sales.” ” “The fact that I have worked as a fee appraiser for mortgage related transactions for many years and I now work for a government entity as an appraiser for property tax related purposes. Market approach vs. cost approach (Nevada).”