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Combating the Financial Hurdles of Homeownership… With Roommates?

Appraisal Buzz

An increasing number of individuals in this age bracket are choosing to pool their money and purchase residences with friends rather than facing these financial obstacles alone. This is according to new CoreLogic research , with additional insight from business executive Praveen Chandramohan.

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Cost Approach in Fifteen Minutes or Less

Appraisal Buzz

I can use median or average, but I have to remember to cull the data for common sense bracketing and consider overall site sales related to the subject property use and size. I use the MLS listing service and review all land sales over past two+ years in about a three-mile radius. The assessor information offers some guidance. (4)

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Understanding the Law of Diminishing Returns in Pricing: A Guide for Real Estate Agents

Birmingham Appraisal

For example, upgrading a kitchen with modern appliances and high-end finishes may significantly increase its value. This insight highlights the importance of using the bracketing method and including both larger and smaller comparables in the pricing process. Related posts: What is bracketing and why should Realtors do it?

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Modern FSBO Listing Services: Innovative Tools You Can Use

Listing Spark

In modern practices, there are plenty of online tools homeowners can use to navigate the market, negotiate deals, and successfully sell their homes without hiring a real estate agent. 6 Tools That Make Modern FSBOs Easier to Manage The internet is full of useful tools and services that are designed to support FSBO sales.

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A Guide to Common New England Home Styles

Lamacchia Realty

The front door is centered, typically without architectural decor but modern versions can have a porch or portico added to the design. This mid-century modern style home became most popular when families wanted economical homes in suburban development. The siding is generally clapboard or wood shingles, sometimes brick.

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Are New Homes in Birmingham Getting Smaller?

Birmingham Appraisal

This demographic shift has encouraged builders to focus on creating functional, well-designed homes that cater to the needs of modern families, ultimately leading to a noticeable trend toward smaller homes in the Birmingham market. Effectively bracketing the comparable sales used will give you the most accurate indication of value.

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Is The House-Flipping Boom Over for Investors?

Listing Spark

These steeper interest rates make it harder to buy homes and place them in the right bracket for easy flips. Buyers can purchase homes with ample square footage, modern building code compliance, new appliances and materials, and all the other perks of new builds. If the home sells quickly, the investor pays only a couple hundred bucks.