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Why title insurance is essential to the U.S. system of property rights

Housing Wire

Once the parties have closed, it is only then that we place the transfer document (deed) in the government land records. These records are kept at the county (or similar local government) level. Importantly, the local government officials who keep these land records do not vet documents for truthfulness or accuracy.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

A qualified appraiser will compare recent sales of similar local properties, market trends and conduct a visual inspection of the home’s interior and exterior to determine the property’s fair market value. For example, an appraiser will check the condition of the walls, roof, floors and the structure’s overall integrity.

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12 Types of Expert Witness Assignments for Appraisers

McKissock

Typically, this would be for local property tax appeals. Appraisals are then required to assist the owners, and eventually the courts, to determine the value of the property. Insurance claims. McKissock’s Unlimited Learning Membership is your one-stop, money-saving solution for all CE plus professional development.

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Bitcoin Real Estate Transactions Gain Popularity

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales. Immutability. Cutting Out Middlemen. How Buyers Can Use Bitcoin to Buy Real Estate.

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Digital Real Estate In the Metaverse

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales. But don’t take our word for it! Immutability. Cutting Out Middlemen. How Buyers Can Use Bitcoin to Buy Real Estate.

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Preserving the American Dream

Appraisal Buzz

By streamlining field operations and actively collaborating with investors and insurers to refine completion timelines and inspection requirements, Safeguard continues to drive operational efficiency while aligning closely with stakeholder expectations. How is AI impacting this sector? Unfortunately, this drives preservation costs higher.

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Commercial Real Estate Investing: A Comprehensive Guide

Property Metrics

Expense Projections : Operating costs like property taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance, and management fees are then subtracted to derive Net Operating Income (NOI). For example, property taxes might rise after a sale, or insurance premiums could spike in areas prone to natural disasters.