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Inventory needs to increase to balance housing market: Fed Beige Book

Housing Wire

High inflation has reduced consumers’ purchasing power, which has led to weakened sales and construction across all 12 Federal Reserve districts. Housing markets continued to weaken, with sales and construction declining across [all 12 Federal Reserve] districts,” according to the Federal Reserve Beige Book released on Wednesday.

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Increasing Diversity in Appraisal Profession.

Appraisal Buzz

For example, it is hard to believe that there is not one requirement in “Qualifying Education” for a course or otherwise which teaches an appraiser how to inspect a property. Perhaps one neighborhood may have easy access to public transportation versus one that does not.

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Customer Story: Ohio Department of Transportation

GoForrmz

“ We are no longer worried about printing paper inspections and distributing them out to all of our inspectors. Challenge Completing over 700 projects a year, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) needed a more efficient and reliable means of completing and storing the extensive paperwork accompanying each project.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

How about that pest control service you used for your clients termite inspection? Is a new restaurant coming to town? Be the first to let everyone in your network know about it. Maybe you can turn your experience into a small business spotlight. Your database and your professional network will appreciate it.

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Investor Insights: How to Thrive in CRE Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Appraisal Buzz

Thorough due diligence, including property inspections and assessments, and adequate cash reserves are crucial to identify and address potential concerns. Consider the property’s proximity to amenities, transportation, schools, and employment hubs. These sponsors may skip steps and cover up shoddy work.

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[National Safety Month] Improve Workplace Safety with Technology

GoForrmz

nearly 20% of all work-related fatalities happen on construction sites. Given the extreme conditions, heavy machinery, noise, and obstacles on any construction site, it’s a perfect industry to implement wearable monitoring systems. “ Though the construction industry only accounts for 6% of hires in the U.S., In the U.S.,

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Simplify Compliance Reporting with GoFormz

GoForrmz

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) desperately needed a better method for documenting and tracking the thousands of compliance forms that were being reported daily. Routine food inspections are critical, and maintaining accurate, reliable data is imperative. In fact, going digital enhances organization and efficiency.