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What’s The Leaven Causing Home Prices to Rise Today?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

THE RISE IN HOME PRICES IN THE YEARS LEADING TO 2008. On many of my appraisals at that time, my opinion of value would not support the contract price. Perhaps they were drinking the Kool-Aid that some are drinking today, that market value is whatever the purchase price is. I kid you not! Housing Bubble-Icious.

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The Difference Between Pricing a Property and Appraising It

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

They had to pay twice to have their property valued. Because in both instances, they first had their homes valued by real estate agents, not appraisers. The Sales Comparison Approach uses competing homes to develop an opinion of the market value of the property being appraised. That’s right!

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Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process

Raleigh Realty

Like making counter-offers and going through the home inspection process, the home appraisal can be a sticking point between buyer and seller. Here's what you need to know about home appraisals so that you come prepared. What is a Home Appraisal? A home appraisal determines the fair market value of a home.

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Listing Checklist for Home Sellers

Listing Spark

A realistic price can attract potential buyers, while an overpriced home can sit on the market for months. Here are some tips to help you calculate your homes worth: Research comparable homes : Look at recent sales of similar homes in your neighborhood to determine a fair market value.

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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. The benchmark for your home’s worth, an appraisal is a legal document that determines the fair market value of a property.

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Purchasing & Developing Land - Part 5 - Reselling It - Raw or Developed

Eppraisal

By contrast, a homebuilder acquires raw land to build on and sell when home values are high. How to Market Raw Land For those who see a profit in selling raw land to developers or other interested parties, getting the most money for the lot is attained through optimal marketing. A good lawyer will see them coming.

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What is the Role of Market Trends in a Real Estate Appraisal?

Birmingham Appraisal

A Look at How Market Trends are used in the Real Estate Appraisal Process The real estate market is constantly changing, and market trends play a crucial role in helping an appraiser determine property values. In this blog post, we’ll explore the role of market trends when completing a real estate appraisal.