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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

“This is an absolute must, especially in the market right now as it gives the lender an opportunity to fill the listing agent in on the buyer’s background and how the VA loan process works,” Pascoe explained. Next, he has his buyers write a letter to the seller, a practice that has come under scrutiny lately for creating potential biases.

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VA hikes appraisal fees, turn-times in select markets

Housing Wire

In rural areas, longer travel times between appraisals, coupled with the more complicated reports demanded by the VA process, deter the few available VA-certified appraisers. With conventional financing, in contrast, the appraisal fee is entirely negotiable in different areas, Trott said.

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The Appraiser-Agent Relationship: A Win-Win Approach

Birmingham Appraisal

Understanding the Roles: Agents and Appraisers: Real estate agents bring their expertise in marketing and negotiations, while appraisers provide impartial and accurate property valuations. This can come in the form of a pre-listing appraisal to help establish a market-supported asking price for the seller.

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Everything You Should Know About a Home Appraisal

Appraisal Hub

How Can Buyers And Sellers Benefit From Appraisals? If you’re buying, a professional appraisal can show you the true value of the property you are interested in purchasing. An impartial appraisal can help you set a fair price and attract more potential buyers. Where Can I Find An Appraiser In Toronto?

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Understanding The Reverse Mortgage Appraisal Process

AmeriMac

What is a Reverse Mortgage Appraisal? A reverse mortgage appraisal is an evaluation of a property’s value to determine how much money can be borrowed through a reverse mortgage. The appraisal is important because it helps lenders assess the risk associated with the reverse mortgage loan.

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All You Need to Know About Reverse Mortgage Appraisals

AmeriMac

One important aspect of the reverse mortgage process is the appraisal, which determines the value of the property and plays a crucial role in determining the size of the loan. Meeting these eligibility criteria is the first step in applying for a reverse mortgage.

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How Residential Real Estate Appraisers Can Benefit and Help Accountants Do Their Job

Birmingham Appraisal

Appraisers Helping Accountants In the realm of real estate transactions, residential appraisers play an important role in providing accurate valuations. Their expertise goes beyond helping buyers and sellers determine accurate market value.