Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 26, 2023

Most weeks I perform appraisals for divorce or a marriage dissolution. 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. But then they had to hire me to perform an appraisal. Have a great weekend!

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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. These assessments are updated annually, reflecting property values as of July 1 of the previous year.

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Housing Wire

JULY 2, 2024

When asked about appraisal satisfaction, 70% of respondents reported being very satisfied with their property appraisal, 23% reported being somewhat satisfied, and 6% were not at all satisfied,” the agencies stated.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

By considering the unique aspects of water frontage, local regulations, environmental factors, and property-specific amenities, you can provide credible and comprehensive valuations that reflect the worth of these highly sought-after properties. Staying informed and adaptable will be key to navigating this dynamic environment.

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D Fritz Appraisals

JANUARY 5, 2024

Analyzing Community Features That Impact Property Value When deciding what adds value to a home, today’s savvy property owner thinks beyond an impressive house amenities list. It may surprise you to discover exactly what things add value to a home in today’s competitive housing market. Fritz Appraisals Inc.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

Using the form structure, GSEs have been ingesting these eclectic abbreviations to develop a large database of residential valuation. Really, appraisers have always thought this way. The appraiser will be led through a process, defined by the scope of work. If typewriters are no more, it is time for forms to be retired as well.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 6, 2022

The 2021-2022 edition of USPAP defines a “Personal Inspection” of a property being appraised as follows: “A physical observation performed to assist in identifying relevant property characteristics in a valuation service.” It took me hours to measure the improvements on the property.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 9, 2024

Let’s get do what’s happening with housing stats in Northeast Ohio. GETTING TRENDY (Cuyahoga County Housing Trends) The housing market in Northeast Ohio has remained strong despite the relatively higher mortgage interest rates and affordability issues. I am a member of the National Association of Appraisers.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Have you heard of a property being overimproved, or super adequate? Unless you’re in the property valuation profession, you may not have. ” Clearly, when valuing a property, appraisers must consider what the typical buyer expects a home to offer in terms of amenities and characteristics.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

This includes sectors like home appraisals, which might not put a lot of focus on cybersecurity. What cybersecurity concerns should home appraisers be aware of? Even at its lowest, the housing market is a multi-billion-dollar industry, and each purchase can range anywhere from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

As the end of the year approaches, housing market predictions for 2022 abound. Fortune reviews various 2022 housing forecasts, focusing specifically on home price growth. Redfin predicts a more balanced residential market in 2022. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you.

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Clear Capital

MAY 24, 2022

Using an Automated Valuation Model (AVM) for real estate valuations isn’t new in the mortgage industry. Each year, technology plays more of a role in valuing homes for property appraisals , loan originations, secondary market investments, and even portfolio monitoring. The housing needs are changing.” .

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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. If we focus on increasing the market sale price, the value of renovations is usually measured by the possible Return on Investment (ROI).

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

The 2022 real estate appraisal term of the year will be “standardization”—of data specifications and measurement standards. Desktop appraisals, with information provided by third-party hirelings, may increase. Housing market trends for 2022. Related reading: Check out our roundup of Housing Market Predictions for 2022.

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Appraisal Hub

JANUARY 19, 2021

Most people do this before selling their property, while others may want to refinance their mortgage. Whatever the case, a home appraisal can either be beneficial or disadvantageous depending on how you go about it. How Does a Home Appraisal Service Work? Is there any way to increase the value of your home during an appraisal?

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2022

Investment Property Appraisals – What You Need to Know. Let’s take a look at investment property appraisals because it doesn’t look like our gold rush of a real estate market is slowing down anytime soon. Mortgages, property taxes, and utilities aren’t going to get much cheaper, so what’s a viable solution?

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

By Kevin Hecht Excerpts: When to Use the Cost Approach There are circumstances when its necessary to use the cost approach, for example, unique properties and new construction. Fannie Mae only accepts the sales comparison approach as its primary valuation tool. Valuation Profession Fact Sheet Effective 08/01/2023 Men 67.9%

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 23, 2024

Billionaire Getty Heir Puts Extraordinary Greek Temple (Temple of Wings) on the Market for $5 Million Redfin Reports Investor Home Purchases Post Biggest Increase in Two Years The Biggest Home in Each State Objectionable Valuations Become Hate Speech, Inflating Home Prices Mortgage applications decreased 10.1

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

They help buyers, sellers, and lenders by connecting them with qualified appraisers. These appraisers give fair and unbiased property values. AMCs help ensure these assessments are accurate, supporting a stable and open housing market. They create a clear and efficient way to handle the appraisal process.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

How To Appraise Rural Properties Excerpts: Appraising residential properties in rural areas can be both challenging and rewarding. Unlike the standardized expectations of urban and suburban properties, rural properties often present unique characteristics that require a nuanced approach to valuation.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 2, 2024

10 Must-See Mansions That Define the High-End Trend Accurate Appraisal Underreporting How Confidential is Your Appraisal? Agencies Issue Final Rule to Help Ensure Credibility and Integrity of Automated Valuation Models Mortgage applications decreased 3.9

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Appraisal Today

JULY 12, 2024

At the center lies this crucial inquiry: Are only essential requirements included in the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria? By staying informed and considering all relevant factors, you can deliver credible valuations. ADUs are not unique to urban locations and are becoming a crucial part of the housing market.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 18, 2023

Be sure to put in a comment requesting it. == The Future of Property Appraisal: Unveiling the UAD Redesign and New URAR By: McKissock August 15, 2023 At the recent Valuation Expo conference in Las Vegas, Heather Sullivan (Aloft), Ken Defeo (Fannie Mae), and Sean Murphy (Freddie Mac) provided a peek at some of the upcoming changes.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2023

The lawsuit alleges that an appraiser with 20/20 Valuations lowered the valuation of a home because the owners, Nathan Connolly and Shani Motta, were Black — and were also denied the owners’ mortgage refinancing application with loanDepot based on the lower appraisal, which violated the FHA and ECOA.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 17, 2025

It has been my deepest honor to serve the American people at HUD, helping families secure affordable housing where they can grow and thrive and live with dignity, said HUD Agency Head, the Honorable Adrianne Todman.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2021

It has a very uncertain future: will in-person appraisals be the norm, or will technology overtake the process completely or partially? Hybrid appraisals, desktop appraisers, and new online platforms are slowly being introduced, which could appeal to the newer labor force, Reese said.

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Appraiserblogs

JUNE 22, 2021

In the past year, the appraisal industry has been under attack from various academics who claim “racial bias” on the part of real property appraisers providing appraisal services to lenders who provide home mortgages.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 23, 2023

It is rumored that FHFA approached both GSEs and asked them to “find solutions” to the “appraisal bottleneck.” Both Fannie and Freddie insist that appraisers remain an integral part of the valuation landscape and demand for appraisal services will continue into the future.

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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. However, from the perspective of the valuation profession, this isn’t an accurate question.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 14, 2025

Very different than lender appraising, where you only appraise properties that are suitable for mortgage loans. The March 2025 issue of Appraisal Today has a very comprehensive article for appraisers: Can you use the assessors assessment values for site valuation, by Tim Andersen, MAI.

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AmeriMac

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Understanding Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) play a crucial role in real estate by coordinating the appraisal process among appraisers, lenders, and consumers. The government implemented stricter rules for real estate valuation to prevent another market collapse.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 28, 2024

Removed barriers to homeownership: FHA increased access to homeownership for borrowers with student loan debt, those seeking to purchase manufactured homes or properties with Accessory Dwelling Units, and households with a strong history of on-time rental payments.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Unique Properties, Rocket Mortgage Sues HUD, Trump Shifts in Housing Market? Rocket Mortgage Sues HUD Over Regulatory, Enforcement Discrepancies Donald Trumps Second Term Could Bring Significant Shifts to the Housing Market Report: Whats Driving the Recent Refi Boom? For unique properties, this simply isnt true.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 24, 2025

Especially for the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Task Force, this reversal could not have come soon enough. President Bidens housing DEI push was largely inspired by a 2018 Brookings Institution study titled The Devaluation of Assets in Black Neighborhoods.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

You could also argue that the GSEs effective capture of the mortgage-related appraisal process falls into that category, though it’s difficult to see an unwinding of the new Uniform Appraisal Dataset and Forms Redesign.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 11, 2024

As we near November and Election Day, that animal representing a political party may not be the only elephant in the room as the ongoing issues surrounding the housing market linger near the top of many Americans’ minds. across federal housing agencies and other stakeholders.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

(Image generated by AI through Midjourney) Some housing industry professionals have cheered the Trump administration’s actions to disable the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), but appraisers have mixed feelings about it. A lot of appraisers are sad to see [ Rohit Chopra ] go.

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