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The Value of Words in Valuation

Appraisal Buzz

As a minimum basis, a real property appraisal report written for the government sponsored entities (GSEs) and agencies are what USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) refers to as Appraisal Reports. Below is the definition from Webster’s online dictionary of the plain meaning rule: Plain meaning rule.

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Checklist: What to Include in a Narrative Appraisal Report

McKissock

for mortgage financing purposes or tax assessment appeal purposes) Identification/brief description of the property appraised Real property interest appraised (e.g., fee simple, leased fee, etc.) population, news articles, economic data, internet searches, etc.) population, news articles, economic data, internet searches, etc.)

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Agent vs. REALTOR®: Why the Difference Matters

Lamacchia Realty

With this being said, it’s so important to understand exactly what a REALTOR® is and how they differ for real estate agents, before making this crucial decision. REALTOR® and Agent Basics: Let’s start by nipping the most common misconception in the bud: Not all real estate agents are REALTORS®!

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Are Appraisers Professionals?

Appraisal Today

At the center lies this crucial inquiry: Are only essential requirements included in the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria? The 1007 was not designed for appraising single-family properties that are used as STRs. In response, the AQB has recognized that this request is just one aspect of a broader inquiry.

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Appraiser Gets Subpoena – What to Do 3-17-23

Appraisal Today

Appraisers are often subpoenaed in legal disputes involving third parties, usually being tied to the dispute for no other reason than having appraised a property involved in the dispute. This statement definitely applies in the appraisal of real property. There is demand, and marketing can definitely help.

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What is a 1031 Exchange? A Beginner’s Guide

Property Metrics

1031 ), which defines the conditions for tax deferral on the sale of real estate. In other words, taxes can be deferred on the profitable sale of a commercial property as long as the proceeds are “exchanged” into a new property of “like kind” that is held for investment purposes. Is it possible to do a 1031 Exchange into a REIT?

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Reconsideration of Value and Appraisers

Appraisal Today

Standards Rule 1-5 in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) states that when appraising a real property, an appraiser must: (a) reconcile the quality and quantity of data available and analyzed within the approaches used; and. (b) Keep the definition of intended users as narrow as possible.