Birmingham Appraisal

MAY 1, 2024

Home Renovations and Appraisal Value As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. The best way to look at home renovations is by considering the overall impact they will have on your home. Updates or Renovations?

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between appraisers and real estate agents. In this blog, I aim to provide valuable insights and tips from an appraiser’s perspective, empowering real estate agents to navigate the appraisal process with confidence.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Real estate agents, as trusted guides for their clients, must possess a good understanding of the factors that influence property appraisals. In this blog post, I’ll discuss key appraisal factors, and common challenges, and offer valuable insights for real estate agents to navigate the appraisal process effectively.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JULY 12, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the concept of the Law of Diminishing Returns and explore how real estate agents can utilize this knowledge to effectively price their listings. For example, upgrading a kitchen with modern appliances and high-end finishes may significantly increase its value.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

Last week, a real estate agent asked me about how appraisers adjust for age. For instance, a thirty-year old home may have an effective age that is the same as a fifty-year old home, if the fifty-year old home has been renovated to a degree that is comparable to the younger home. – Real Estate Decoded.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Tips To Make An Agent’s Life Easier The job of a real estate agent is extensive. There was a popular post that many agents were sharing on Facebook recently that listed all of the hats that an agent must wear. This can cost the borrower more and possibly delay the closing.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 25, 2024

That means you can use it to create email campaigns, write blog posts, or research your market with the most up-to-date information. The Houzz app is an excellent tool to add to your suite of buyer services, helping you stand apart as a professional home consultant–not just an agent.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Even if you have no plans to do serious home renovations, there should be a few essential projects on your to-do list. The Cleveland Appraisal Blog provides a few ideas below. While most people choose to sell their home through a real estate agent, others feel more comfortable managing this type of situation themselves.

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Mashvisor

MAY 16, 2022

Find real estate agents near me when you need help identifying and evaluating renovation expenditures for a potential investment property. Table of Contents What Is a Real Estate Agent? Pros…

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A homeowner may have invested heavily in a kitchen renovation, but it is the appraiser’s responsibility to carefully consider factors such as conformity, local market preferences, and house style and price range when valuing the subject property. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. Worth reading.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

What Appraisers Wish Real Estate Agents Understood McKissock Survey Question: “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process? I will always remember when, many years ago, a top local real estate agent asked me why I was driving around taking photos of homes.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 29, 2022

57 Weird Real Estate Agent Photos. Excerpt: Yes, many great real estate photos really capture the house. More Terrible Real Estate Agent Photos for Appraisers. To read more of this long blog post with many topics, click Read More Below!! My comments: Why do I include Ryan’s blog posts?

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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. In addition, you may find advertisements of apartment buildings for sale in Ohio newspapers and on social media, either by the commercial real estate agent or the property owner.

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Cornerstone

MAY 4, 2021

Many more homebuyers are competing for available houses, and renovations might not be as necessary as they were to sell competitively just a few years ago. Taking the time (and spending the money) to renovate before selling might cause you to miss out on this chance. appeared first on Cornerstone Blog. per household.

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PennyMac

JULY 21, 2021

Kitchen and bathroom updates are some of the first ideas that usually come to mind, but you can get great returns from making outdoor renovations and improvements. We talked to real estate and renovation experts to gather their tips and insights on renovation projects for your home’s exterior living space.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals. The CMA (Comparative Market Analysis) from your Realtor – review this document to see if you know of any homes that were renovated after purchase. Plot/blueprint or property survey.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Geographic Data and Comps, effect of renovation on value, very low foreclosures now, current real estate market, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = = $99.5M Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 26, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on agent concessions, History of appraisal bias back to 1930s, “one mile” rule and bias, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Oceanfront Estate on Kauai’s South Shore $13,995,000 Excerpts: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3,706 sq.ft.,

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Listing Spark

JANUARY 5, 2025

In this blog post, well go over the pros and cons of selling as-is in Texas. Well discuss these throughout this blog post. Some common types of homes that are often sold as-is include: Fixer-uppers : These homes require significant repairs and renovations to make them habitable. There are some grey areas that need consideration.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

In the often chaotic world of real estate, the appraiser-agent relationship can contribute to a smoother process. When real estate agents and appraisers work together seamlessly, clients benefit from well-informed decisions, transactions become smoother, and professional relationships are strengthened.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 8, 2021

Hire a real estate agent to handle negotiations on your behalf. If you need a real estate agent in MA, NH, RI, CT, ME, or FL, contact Lamacchia Realty today. A real estate agent can disclose foundation issues in a way that won’t scare buyers away and help you make more money at the end of the sale!

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

It’s been several weeks now since I’ve blogged and to be honest I’ve missed it. 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.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

The following blog post explores why this is. While there are free online tools available to homeowners, the Realtors Property Resource is only available to real estate agents. The most basic ones are featured front row centre on real estate agent and mortgage broker websites. add-ons or upgrades.

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Birmingham Appraisal

OCTOBER 29, 2023

But what about those not-so-supernatural property pitfalls that can send shivers down your spine during a real estate appraisal? In this frightfully eerie blog post, we’re going to explore the ghastly goblins that haunt your home’s appraisal value – and trust us, it’s not just the creaky floorboards!

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Mashvisor

JUNE 11, 2021

Are you a beginner real estate agent or investor? This post will show you the top 9 real estate shows on TV… Want to learn new tricks of the trade?

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 3, 2020

To help you overcome these challenges, HomeLight spoke with one of the most successful real estate agents in the Chicago metro area, one of the city’s leading home appraisers, and a professional Chicago landscaper. We also researched Chicago neighborhood trends and local real estate statistics. Cut the clutter. “It

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Highlighting recent improvements or renovations that weren’t fully considered. Challenge the Appraisal: You can work with your real estate agent to gather evidence and challenge the appraisal, similar to the buyer’s options above. incorrect square footage, overlooked features).

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Birmingham Appraisal

MARCH 26, 2025

Pricing a listing correctly is one of the most critical skills a real estate agent can develop. To get it right, many agents rely on a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), but appraisers take this process a step further by applying specific guidelines when selecting comps (appraisal comparable). What Makes a Good Comp?

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2022

While my main audience for this post is homeowners, real estate agents can also use this method to see how a home they are listing might compare to the recent sales. This is why real estate agents will tell you to at least make some cosmetic repairs that will improve the street appeal of a home.

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Lamacchia Realty

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

This blog will help you weigh the benefits and challenges of downsizing in Florida’s competitive market. Pros of Downsizing in Florida If you live in busy Florida, downsizing and renovating your home will bring you and your family a fresh lifestyle. However, like any significant decision, it has pros and cons.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 19, 2022

I’m a real estate agent. 67 percent of millennial home buyers would put an offer on a home in need of a full or partial renovation. Your online brand as a real estate agent must be vital, as the first step a millennial will take when hiring you is Googling your name. Mobile phone use reigns supreme.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 19, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non-lender appraisals, and types of bias, Scams on black homes, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page.

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Quicken Loans

JULY 1, 2021

Our love is unconditional, and we may have even carried out home renovations to accommodate our pets. In fact, some of the cost of those renovations you made might be recouped by value added to your home’s sale price. The amount spent on pet-related renovations has increased as well. Owners report a Joy Score of 9.4 (out

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 28, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Mortgage appraisal reviews, AI and ChatGPT, freddie and fannie mortgage forecast, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc == $2.8M Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. Private Island on New York’s St.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 2, 2022

My comments: Real estate agents and brokers are salespersons. Over the years, I observed that successful real estate agents seldom switched to the much less profitable appraisal side. Over the years, I observed that successful real estate agents seldom switched to the much less profitable appraisal side.

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Raleigh Realty

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Glassdoor ranked the city of Raleigh, NC as the 1 Best City for Jobs in 2015 The Raleigh airport, also known as Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) has seen some major renovations in recent years as well as new airlines bringing new flight paths in and out of the Raleigh area. Raleigh Real Estate offers great value.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 29, 2022

This has prompted many households to build or renovate a more sustainable home – to cut both their carbon footprint and bottom line. Green homes attempt to improve energy efficiency with minimal environmental impact through the design, construction, maintenance, operation, renovation and deconstruction of the building.

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