Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The market has since cooled off, but taxes are going up. That, combined with higher home valuations from sales last year, has meant that the average homeowner will pay an extra $130 annually in tax through fiscal year 2024, according to the county. The assessed value is often significantly lower than the appraised market value.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

One significant factor behind the lack of evolution in the appraisal industry is that the American housing market has grown at a much higher rate than the pool of licensed professionals that are legally certified to appraise residential real estate. Navigating appraisal challenges in today’s housing market.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 20, 2024

As an appraiser, you’re already familiar with buzzwords like seller’s and buyer’s markets. A seller’s market indicates demand is high and inventory is low, while a buyer’s market means inventory is high and demand is low. In a perfect world, the house will compare to the offer the people made or slightly under.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 12, 2023

When we go through the brokerage valuation process, the product is Fair Market Value (FMV). Neutral terms a couple years ago, when the M&A market was hot, saw cash at close in the neighborhood of 40% to 60%, with the rest over a two- to three-year earn-out.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Be it for good or evil, the only way to quantify how much the improvements contribute to the market value of the underlying site, as if it were vacant, is via the analytics of the Cost Approach. And this requires the appraiser to collect, verify and analyze data to conclude a credible vacant site value.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Steve Price, senior vice president of trustee operations at Auction.com, said this is likely because of the shift to vacant or abandoned properties that often come with more deferred maintenance – but the average price relative to estimated full market value increased to a 6.5-year year high in September.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 26, 2023

In recent years, on several occasions, I have been hired to appraise a property after a valuation service was provided for my client by another real estate professional. They had hired the former real estate professional to value their property for the purpose of a divorce. All three are market-based approaches.

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D Fritz Appraisals

JANUARY 29, 2025

While assessments and appraisals both provide property valuations, their purpose, methods and impact on homeowners differ vastly. Additionally, British Columbias ongoing housing crisis adds another layer of complexity. Mortgage lenders require professional home appraisals for financing decisions, not BC Assessment values.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

According to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the rules that all professional appraisers are required to abide by, appraisers must take into consideration all market trends and other influences on property value in their valuation opinions. USPAP Rule 1-3 (d) (v) makes this clear.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

An appraisal is a valuation of a property by a third party. 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. The buyer typically covers the cost of the appraisal.

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Birmingham Appraisal

MARCH 4, 2025

In fact, one of the biggest dangers is that widespread reliance on appraisal waivers is contributing to what some call “data cancer”a systemic problem that degrades the accuracy of real estate valuations over time. This could lead to price reductions, longer time on the market, or even losing a sale altogether.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 6, 2022

Interestingly, some appraisers don’t like using the term inspection when describing our walking thru a home to observe things like its condition, layout, and other aspects of the home that impact market value. Recession-Proof Your Business Part 2 – The Real Value Podcast with Blain Feyen. What is a Valuation Model?

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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. ” Options introduced with this update include value acceptance (a.k.a. ” Get HouseCanary’s February Market Pulse report here.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 18, 2022

Becoming an expert appraisal witness in an eminent domain case starts with developing a comprehensive understanding of how value is determined in this special proceeding. While most states allow fair market value to be established using traditional appraisal approaches (e.g. Click here to visit their website.

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Clear Capital

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Today, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of Interactive ClearAVM (automated valuation model). ClearAVM is an AI-based, investment-grade AVM that produces reliable, highly-accurate market value predictions and uses machine learning to deliver property valuations on more than 139 million addresses across the United States.

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Miller Samuel

MARCH 19, 2019

That article came out in 2014 right as the housing market was peaking. The market value of these properties will be based on a "comparable sale-based valuation method." which seems in direct conflict with state law since co-ops and condos are valued as rentals by state law in NYC.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 25, 2024

The hypothetical interaction of the typical buyer (who embodies the collective thought and action of the whole market of buyers) with the typical seller (who similarly embodies the collective thought and action of the whole market of sellers). The post Loosening The Knot appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Whether you are planning to sell in the near future or not, most people want to be reassured that any major renovations they invest in will be reflected in an increased home valuation. While any renovations that improve the function or look of your home are a good idea, some have a better return on investment value than others.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Unless you’re in the property valuation profession, you may not have. The Appraisal of Real Estate, fifteenth edition on page 352, states that “…the relationship between land and improvements and the relationship between a property and its environment must be in balance for a property to achieve its optimum market value.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

So what’s happening in the housing markets here? The past six months have been full of very drastic changes as the rapid mortgage rate increases causing many markets to begin to decline. Closely studying our markets is very crucial in understanding current market value for appraisers.

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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. ” Options introduced with this update include value acceptance (a.k.a. ” Get HouseCanary’s February Market Pulse report here.

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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. ” Options introduced with this update include value acceptance (a.k.a. ” Get HouseCanary’s February Market Pulse report here.

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Appraiserblogs

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

I mean no disrespect to the modelers of the Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) or to Zillow for relying on their AVMs. Related Posts: Non-Appraisers Valuation Never Appropriate Here is a NAR deck on AVMs (automated valuation models). Tax Values Just as Accurate as AVMs? Does the buyer want more acres, or less grass to cut?

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D Fritz Appraisals

DECEMBER 16, 2022

These assessments provide a valuation of each property as of July 1 st in the previous year (So 2023 tax assessments are based on the value of homes on July 1 st, 2022). While the actual dollar valuation of the property is not the basis for your tax bill (i.e. Size of home in square feet. Number of rooms. Age of home.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 15, 2016

If all goes well, the home’s appraised value will end up at the price you’d agreed to pay. But the home appraiser could also report that the home valuation is higher—or lower—and this has ramifications for the whole deal. But never fear. Appraisers aren’t perfect,” says Parsons. They make mistakes.”

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Realtor

DECEMBER 15, 2016

If all goes well, the home’s appraised value will end up at the price you’d agreed to pay. But the home appraiser could also report that the home valuation is higher—or lower—and this has ramifications for the whole deal. But never fear. Appraisers aren’t perfect,” says Parsons. They make mistakes.”

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 18, 2021

My market analysis was reflective of what was taking place in that neighborhood as of the date of the appraisal. My research and analysis showed that the buyer was about to spend a much higher price than the true market value of this home. Bowling For Answers In The Housing Market – Housing Notes by Jonathan Miller.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

There are many reasons you may need to know the value of your property and for this, you need a home appraisal. Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. Valuation for insurance claims.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A well-appointed kitchen can significantly enhance a property’s appeal and marketability. As an appraiser, understanding the nuances of kitchens is essential to providing credible and insightful valuations. Let’s dive into appraising kitchens and how the room impacts market value.

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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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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 9, 2024

Market Value and Appraised Value: Exploring Various Appraisal Values By Jo Traut Excerpts: You’ve probably been asked about the difference between “market value and appraised value” by clients seeking a mortgage. We don’t provide an appraised value of a property.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

These appraisers give fair and unbiased property values. AMCs help ensure these assessments are accurate, supporting a stable and open housing market. As the real estate market changes all the time, AMCs help manage these changes in todays market. It will show the homes fair market value.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 12, 2024

Retrospective appraisals, drive-by (exterior inspection) appraisals, and valuations from plans and specifications, are all valuation assignments where an appraiser develops an appraisal opinion without personally inspecting the property. Recommendations include: Add representation from the U.S. HOW TO USE THE NUMBERS BELOW.

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AmeriMac

DECEMBER 15, 2024

It helps to get an objective and fair assessment of a property’s market value, and a low appraisal can also serve as a negotiating tool for buyers. Simply put, an appraised value is determined by a qualified professional called an appraiser. They manage the appraisal process to find out the market value of homes.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2025

The sight of beautiful houses in Los Angeles transports you to an idyllic version of the city found in classic Hollywood movies. But the harsh realities of its pricy housing market more resemble the citys dark underbelly reflected in a David Lynch LA noir film. But homeowners do have a few options for relief.

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Genworth MI Blog

JULY 13, 2023

The current housing market has been met with low housing inventory, yet demand is still relatively high. But with obstacles in the way for many, lenders need to stay updated on market trends and understand how every part of the homebuying journey might be impacted. That’s where you, the lenders, can step in and help.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

There are HP-12C keystrokes for life estates, but in this case, the assignment ended up being a request for market value for his CPA’s needs. In a large development of approximately 300 houses, four of them were on a 99-year land lease with 55 years remaining. housing markets suffered severe declining property values.

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