PennyMac

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In this guide, we’ll explore what you need to know about home equity — what it is, how to calculate it and how you can leverage it responsibly and effectively. What Is Home Equity? Home equity is the difference between the current value of your home and the amount you still owe on your mortgage.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

They are also used to assess the value of the home for home improvement loans and insurance evaluations. Read on for more information about how a home appraiser determines the value of your property. What is a Home Appraisal and Why is it Important? Mortgage financing and refinancing.

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The bottom line is that if the contract price is in close alignment with the other approaches to value, especially the sales comparison approach, then this provides validation that it is a reliable indicator of market value for the property so the appraiser will reconcile the appraisal at the contract price.

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Birmingham Appraisal

MAY 1, 2024

Home Renovations and Appraisal Value As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. If they do not it may be difficult to get the property insured which may also affect whether you can get a mortgage.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 31, 2023

   Property Valuation Your home value is the primary determiner of your asking price. Unless you’re desperate to sell and willing to accept less than what you still owe on your mortgage, price your house based on what these sources say it should be worth.

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Assurance Financial

APRIL 29, 2021

There’s another benefit to homeownership, and that’s the chance to build equity in your home. If you live in the house for long enough and make enough payments on the mortgage, at some point, your property will be worth more than you paid for it. Another way that a home acts as an investment is through equity.

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Realtor

MAY 10, 2018

If one sibling wants to keep the home, he or she can buy the others out for their share of the home’s fair market value. It can make sense to sell the home as is if the siblings live far away and can’t oversee home improvements prior to the sale. What to do if one sibling refuses to sell.

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Realtor

MAY 10, 2018

If one sibling wants to keep the home, he or she can buy the others out for their share of the home’s fair market value. It can make sense to sell the home as is if the siblings live far away and can’t oversee home improvements prior to the sale. What to do if one sibling refuses to sell.

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AmeriMac

MAY 15, 2024

Appraisals play a significant role in determining the fair market value of a property and ensuring a successful relocation. We will also discuss the key differences between relocation appraisals and mortgage appraisals to provide a comprehensive understanding of the appraisal process.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 17, 2022

And for those in the mortgage industry, time is constrained and comes at a cost. In order to asses the risk of the collateral, lenders require high-quality appraisal photos of every room in the home. For example, real estate appraisal photos must be clear, correctly labeled, and show any home improvements or blemishes.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Appraisals are an essential part of the home financing process, ensuring the homebuyer, seller and mortgage lender each have an impartial, consistent and accurate assessment of the value of the property under consideration. The lender is responsible for ensuring that your home provides adequate collateral for the mortgage.

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PennyMac

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

In addition to giving you a sense of pride and a connection to your community, homeownership provides tangible benefits that can improve your financial well-being. Building Equity Over Time As you make mortgage payments, you build equity in your home. But don’t treat a cash-out refinance or home equity loan like an ATM.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In real estate transactions, a home appraisal is an essential step for buyers and sellers. The appraiser is a neutral third party who honestly assesses the home’s market value. The home appraisal process looks at different factors. These include the size of the home, its condition, and its location.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 20, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post Modular Homes Data Plates, ADU income, Pickleball courts and other interesting home improvements, , unusual homes, mortgage origination and more! Not all non-lender appraisals require a long time marketing to real estate agents.

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PennyMac

JANUARY 13, 2025

Buying a home with a mortgage may come with a monthly payment, but it also gives you the chance to build equity. Equity is a financial resource you can tap into for various needs, including home renovations, debt consolidation or education funding, to name a few. How can you convert valuable home equity into usable cash?

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Geographic Data and Comps, effect of renovation on value, very low foreclosures now, current real estate market, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = = $99.5M For buyers, I tell them to look for these homes for sale.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In other words, it’s the current difference between A) what the property in question is actually worth, and B) how much money remains on the balance of the mortgage. By far, equity is one of the most important ways to preserve someone’s wealth because in theory, a home should always appreciate in value over time.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In other words, it’s the current difference between A) what the property in question is actually worth, and B) how much money remains on the balance of the mortgage. By far, equity is one of the most important ways to preserve someone’s wealth because in theory, a home should always appreciate in value over time.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 15, 2024

When it comes to buying, selling, or refinancing a home, one important step in the process is getting a home appraisal. A home appraisal is a professional estimate of a home’s value and plays a crucial role in determining the market value of the property.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 17, 2022

At its core, a home appraisal is a process wherein a trained, licensed professional will come to a home and make a determination of its fair market value. Many people confuse the process of getting a home appraisal with a home inspection, which is a mistake.

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Movoto

APRIL 16, 2022

However, if you or someone you know stays in the home during that time, that would be considered personal use and you can’t make deductions. This also applies if someone you know is renting the home for less than the current rental market value. Here’s where it gets a little tricky.

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Realtor

AUGUST 1, 2018

We found an FHA-approved lender, and in no time, we were on our way to buying our first home with a government-backed loan. But in the middle of this process, someone asked us how much our mortgage insurance would be. “Mortgage insurance?” You’re on the hook for mortgage insurance for the life of the loan.

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Realtor

AUGUST 1, 2018

We found an FHA-approved lender, and in no time, we were on our way to buying our first home with a government-backed loan. But in the middle of this process, someone asked us how much our mortgage insurance would be. “Mortgage insurance?” You’re on the hook for mortgage insurance for the life of the loan.

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