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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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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. H&BU: A Quick Review Legally permissible – Does the use comply with zoning regulations and other legal requirements? This requires a little detective work.

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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. Appraisers assess the fair market value of inherited properties, taking into account factors like location, condition, and market trends.

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Pre-Appraisal Checklist for Homeowners

D Fritz Appraisals

The benchmark for your home’s worth, an appraisal is a legal document that determines the fair market value of a property. This will help ensure a fair market value. Any easements or encroachments – any part of the property should be accounted for to get the most accurate estimate of the land value.

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How to Prepare for Residential Appraisals

Appraisal Hub

Understanding the actual market value of your home is crucial whether you’re planning to sell, refinance, or apply for a loan using your property as collateral. Easements and encroachments Any non-permitted additions Known data inconsistencies Your realtor’s comparative market analysis Tidy up and address important repairs.

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Home Appraisals – What Do They Look For?

D Fritz Appraisals

Read on for more information about how a home appraiser determines the value of your property. A home appraisal is a legal document containing information that determines the current fair market value of a new or existing property. Any existing easements or zoning issues. What is a Home Appraisal and Why is it Important?

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What is a Land Appraisal and How Is Land Appraised?

The Robert Weiler Company

Any loan for a property is based on the appraisal value. As a land buyer, owner, or seller, understanding the true market value of the real estate in question is important. Also referred to as a land valuation, property valuation, or real estate appraisal, the ultimate goal of a land apprasal is to determine the market value.