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Must-Have Information Required for a Successful Appraisal

Birmingham Appraisal

Tips To Ensure a Successful Appraisal When it comes to the home appraisal process, providing complete and accurate information is critical for a successful appraisal. Whether youre representing a seller or assisting a buyer, the more accurate and complete the information you provide, the smoother the process will be.

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Conservation Easements Pros and Cons: Keep Ohio Cool and Green

The Robert Weiler Company

And, surprisingly, one way to beat the heat may involve a unique land protection vehicle known as a conservation easement. While these 8 sustainability trends drive the commercial real estate industry , the importance of a conservation easement cannot be underscored. Here, we explore conservation easements pros and cons.

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Conservation Easement in Ohio: A Guide to Protecting Our Treasured Land

The Robert Weiler Company

The importance of a fully modern open space preservation vehicle – a conservation easement in Ohio – cannot be better summarized than by our 26th President. Theodore Roosevelt, one of the nation’s original land protectionists, embodied the power and beauty of a conservation easement in the following quote: “Here is your country.

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Highest and Best Use: A Superpower You Already Possess

Appraisal Buzz

In this test, youll examine zoning and building codes, variances, deed restrictions, building covenants, and easements to assess a range of legal uses for the subject property. Some of this information isnt available online, so you may have to pay a visit to your local planning department. This requires a little detective work.

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Buyer agency: a crucial historical shift in real estate

Housing Wire

However, this new evolution in buyer agency, championed by an ill-informed or perhaps ill-intended Department of Justice and greedy lawyers, may add some serious challenges for future homebuyers. These are areas where professional expertise is not just beneficial but essential.

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How to Post the Most Effective MLS Listing: Tips to Help Buyers and Speed Up the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

A well-crafted listing not only highlights the property’s best features but also provides essential information that can streamline the entire transaction. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to post the most effective MLS listing, including what information to include, what pictures to take, necessary disclosures, and more.

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Expert Witness Testimony: The Indispensable Role of Real Estate Appraisers in Legal Disputes

Boston Appraisal

Scenarios Necessitating Appraisers as Expert Witnesses: Property Disputes : Appraisers are crucial in resolving boundary disagreements, easement issues, or broader disputes over property rights. Their assessments can delineate how such disputes affect property valuation, informing legal arguments and potential resolutions.

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