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Is A Cubicasa Scan an Inspection?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

In this article, I thought I would share my thoughts on this and whether scanning a property with Cubicasa is considered to be an appraisal inspection. WHAT IS AN APPRAISAL INSPECTION? I think it’s important to understand what an appraisal inspection is. The attorney questioned my use of the word inspection. ”). .”

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9 tips for homebuyers in non-disclosure states

Housing Wire

Without sales figures, it’s difficult to access comparable sales, and home buyers may find it challenging to gauge the fair market value of a property. Buyers should focus on other factors when estimating a property’s value , such as location, condition of the home, local amenities, and current market trends.

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Are Home Buyers Regretting Their Purchase?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Satellite imagery is a fantastic tool that can help see what is around a property. Additionally, smells cannot be detected with online tools. WAIVING HOME INSPECTIONS. Getting a home inspection is a personal decision. The scope of work for an appraisal inspection is completely different than that of a home inspector.

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A loan officer’s ultimate guide to appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

Property data collection consists of a complete interior and exterior inspection of the subject property. Freddie Mac announced automated collateral evaluation (ACE) as a new solution and Fannie Mae followed not long after with the introduction of Property Inspection Waivers (later renamed Value Acceptance).

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How to prepare a comparative market analysis (CMA) report

Housing Wire

A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is a detailed report that helps real estate agents evaluate and determine the market value of a property. It is an essential tool that allows agents to clearly communicate a pricing benchmark for a property. CMA reports are simple and effective tools. More on that later.

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2025 Forecast: Digital Tools Every Construction Business Needs

GoForrmz

Stay competitive in 2025 with essential digital tools for construction businesses The construction industry is projected to reach a global market value of $14.4 The right digital tools can help construction companies stay competitive, improve efficiency, and meet evolving regulatory demands.

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Savvy real estate agents look beyond ChatGPT

Housing Wire

Powerful AI tools are already transforming residential real estate and forward-thinking agents are paying attention. In this article, I will explain the history of AI, the projected financial impact on real estate and the cutting-edge tools available today for savvy agents. The good news is that the early adopters will thrive.