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Going to Extremes

Appraisal Buzz

Add to this rising replacement costs and legal fees, increased government regulation, inflation, and fraud, and companies are bleeding about a billion dollars every three weeks. And in some condominium markets in Florida, home values are taking a hit as insurance premiums skyrocket.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

How about that pest control service you used for your clients termite inspection? Graphics and statistics NAR.com Detailed market insights, research, and statistics from the real estate industry, legal news, marketing tips, and tools. Show how much youre in the know by being the one sharing local community events and information.

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Why Buyers Shouldn't Waive Inspection Contingencies

Eppraisal

Some are waiving appraisals and others are even offering to waive inspection contingencies. Inspection Contingencies Defined When buyers and sellers agree on all the terms of a real estate contract, it is signed and delivered to all parties. Some buyers like to have the roofs inspected by roofing companies.

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Why Is the Square Footage in Public Records Different from the Appraisal?

Birmingham Appraisal

Square Footage: Why Accuracy Matters Square footage is one of the most critical factors in determining a homes value, yet it is often misunderstood. When an appraiser measures a home, their calculation often differs from whats in tax records. Different Measurement Standards Not all measurement standards are the same.

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How a Seller’s Home Inspection Can Net You More Money When You Sell

Eppraisal

Home buyers almost always have a professional home inspection performed by a licensed inspection company when they purchase a home. However, it is not a bad idea for sellers to have a home inspection, or pre-listing home inspection, performed as well.

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Institutional SFR players are stuck in the doldrums

Housing Wire

“Invitation Homes is currently the largest owner of single-family, rental homes in the United States, with most of its homes located in California, Florida, Georgia, Texas and other Sun Belt states,” the federal lawsuit states. “In billion [due to increased home values]. “…The

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Appraisal 101: Key Facts You Might Not Know

Birmingham Appraisal

If you’ve ever purchased a home or refinanced your mortgage you’ve most likely had to get your home appraised. On the surface it looks like the appraiser visits your home, does some measuring, and looks around. Feel free to reach out with any appraisal-related questions or to schedule an appraisal today.