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Conservation Easements Pros and Cons: Keep Ohio Cool and Green

The Robert Weiler Company

And, surprisingly, one way to beat the heat may involve a unique land protection vehicle known as a conservation easement. While these 8 sustainability trends drive the commercial real estate industry , the importance of a conservation easement cannot be underscored. Here, we explore conservation easements pros and cons.

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Conservation Easement in Ohio: A Guide to Protecting Our Treasured Land

The Robert Weiler Company

The importance of a fully modern open space preservation vehicle – a conservation easement in Ohio – cannot be better summarized than by our 26th President. Theodore Roosevelt, one of the nation’s original land protectionists, embodied the power and beauty of a conservation easement in the following quote: “Here is your country.

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6 Things That Terrify Appraisers

JMV Lending

a round house), multiple dwellings on one lot, adverse influences such as a nearby freeway, easements that clearly affect value, income properties (two to four units), over-improvements, unfinished structures, significant deferred maintenance, and unclear […]. Unusual Properties.

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Must-Have Information Required for a Successful Appraisal

Birmingham Appraisal

Accurate Survey Why It Matters: A current and accurate survey highlights property boundaries, easements, and encroachmentsall of which can affect a propertys value. For example, a shared driveway easement or an encroachment by a neighboring structure can impact marketability and appraised value.

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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals. Any easements or encroachments – any part of the property should be accounted for to get the most accurate estimate of the land value. Plot/blueprint or property survey.

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Boost Profitability of Your Farm for Sale in Ohio: 2 Determining Factors

The Robert Weiler Company

What You’ll Need to Know: When it comes to land use, pay attention to zoning ordinances, covenants, easements, and agricultural use restrictions, to name a few. Understanding the basic facts of your parcel will allow you to provide prompt and informed feedback to prospective farm buyers.

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Complex Appraisals: Navigating Unique Properties and Situations

Appraisal Partners Blog

Properties with Environmental Issues or Easements: Properties with contamination, environmental restrictions, or legal easements often require specialized knowledge to assess the impact on property value. Appraisers must analyze each component separately and assess how they interact to determine the overall property value.