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On Staying Current

Appraisal Buzz

Real estate appraising is a complex practice that requires a diverse range of skills and knowledge, from understanding current market conditions to understanding and interpreting complex legal and financial documents. If you want to be your own boss, it also requires business acumen. not take the same old classes cycle after cycle).

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Your roadmap to the ever-evolving landscape of mortgage regulations

Housing Wire

Attending workshops and seminars: These gatherings are gold mines for insights on regulatory trends and are great for networking. Being flexible also involves quickly updating your internal policies to meet new legal demands. Through continuous training, you can gain a deep understanding of the latest laws and guidelines.

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The title insurance professional’s ultimate resource guide

Housing Wire

This helps you close transactions efficiently and keep your clients satisfied. State Land Title Associations These associations often offer training sessions, seminars and other certifications tailored to the legal and market conditions of the states they serve.

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16 real estate prospecting ideas, tips & tools for 2023

Housing Wire

The objective is to build relationships, understand the needs of potential clients, and position yourself as a go-to resource when they are ready to buy or sell real estate. This includes using social media, email marketing, online advertising, and maintaining a professional website to attract and engage potential clients.

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5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

Look up the legal description of the property and include a copy of the most recent tax bill, which can show whether the home is in a special tax district, said Maureen Sweeney, a residential real estate appraiser and member of the Illinois Real Estate Appraisal Administration and Disciplinary Board. Different Appraisal Requirements.

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Appraisers: How to Spend Less Time on Email

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: At a recent residential appraiser seminar, one of the topics was non-lender appraisals. For the last year, 40% of my legal work has been occupied by issues concerning alleged discrimination – balanced between representing parties in fair housing investigations and helping clients improve compliance and decrease risk.

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TRACKING THE SINGLE HOUSEHOLD AND OTHER LIFESTYLE CHOICES

Will Springer Realtor

for housing; under the proposal, local governments would ensure the lot meets size requirements and have legal access by landowners while also ensuring availability of utilities and adhering to environmental laws. Come for the RVs, seminars, as well as adult beverages at Lumen Field Event Center (800 Occidental Ave. 11am-6pm; Sat.,