Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

On May 30, 2024, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued its opinion on a matter of far-reaching consequence—whether the National Bank Act preempts a New York State consumer financial law requiring payment of interest on mortgage escrow accounts in the case of Cantero v. Nelson, Florida Insurance Commissioner, et al.,

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

from Penn State Dickinson Law, her LL.M. in Taxation from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from La Salle University. Dutill earned her J.D. The minute I met Incenter’s leadership, I was ready to join,” said Dutill.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 18, 2024

Under federal law, mortgage servicers are required to respond to consumers in a timely manner, a requirement that has added importance for reverse mortgage borrowers, the bureau stated.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

A reverse mortgage loan has first-priority status in a Pennsylvania foreclosure dispute, after initially being rejected by the trial court according to court documents reviewed by HousingWire s Reverse Mortgage Daily (RMD), and an analysis by attorneys at law firm Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. with a traditional mortgage.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Besides not having the ability to monetize the property, heirs’ property holders can also lose economic value in other ways. In some states, heirs’ property holders are ineligible for homestead tax credits, even if they occupy the property and pay property taxes , leading to the overpayment of taxes.

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Miller Samuel

MARCH 19, 2019

This proposed NYC "pied-a-terre" tax law has a name that infers it concerns " pied-a-terres " when in fact that property type is but one part of the property types that are impacted. The market value of these properties will be based on a "comparable sale-based valuation method." click to expand].

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Housing Wire

MARCH 26, 2024

While the person sits back and watches the value of their house climb to levels that have never been seen before, they are still struggling to get back to their pre-pandemic income level while also having to pay more for homeowner’s insurance and property taxes, not to mention the fact that all of their other bills have increased as well.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Federal laws aren’t the only ones servicers have to contend with. The National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) identified executive declarations and court orders in 34 states as of April 2021. To compare, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association ( MBA ) data, new foreclosure cases were at 0.8%

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2023

Inviting an SFR lawsuit Invitation Homes earlier this year failed to convince a judge to dismiss a pending whistleblower lawsuit filed against the company in federal court in San Diego that alleges it made improvements at scores of properties in California without first securing required building permits.

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Empire Appraisal Group

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? Source: Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? NEW YORK – Accessory dwelling units are known by many names: in-law suites, guest houses, backyard cottages, or basement or garage conversions, among others. The post Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? Florida Realtors. By Liz Weston.

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 15, 2022

Taxes and Assessments. Compliance with Laws. Indemnity and Insurance. And the landlord pays for all operating expenses, such as maintenance, property taxes, and insurance. property taxes, insurance, building maintenance, utilities, janitorial services, and property management fees).

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Empire Appraisal Group

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Property taxes, insurance, maintenance fees going up and then all these special assessments for repairs. The tragic collapse of Surfsides Champlain Towers South condo building in 2021 left 98 people dead and led to sweeping reform of the states condo inspection law. Its pricing a lot of people out of the market.

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The Robert Weiler Company

MAY 17, 2022

Unlike residential real estate, commercial property listings aren’t found in a single database like the MLS. So, how do you find commercial rental properties for sale? The best way to find commercial properties is by hiring a licensed commercial real estate broker and commercial law attorney. Quality of the schools.

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Eppraisal

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

As homeowners, we're familiar with the annual ritual of receiving our property tax bill. We'll try to help by shedding some light on the various components that make up your property tax bill, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of what you're paying for. or more of your property's value.

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Realvals

JUNE 18, 2023

By providing an unbiased estimate of a property’s value, an appraisal ensures that you know the real value of your property. Estate planning, property tax appeals, divorces, and gifting, are some of the many others. Estate Taxes In some cases, local laws may require appraisals for estate tax purposes.

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The Robert Weiler Company

DECEMBER 15, 2022

An attorney specializing in commercial real estate law can help you understand the terms, make sure your interests and rights are protected. A commercial real estate lease agreement is a legally binding document between a lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant) for the use of a commercial rental property. Automatic rent increases.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2025

The home insurance crisis has entered a new phase Climate change has forced home insurance companies to retreat from areas that are increasingly prone to natural disasters, and California is chief among them because of the risk of wildfires. This will force homeowners to either pay more monthly or go without insurance.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JULY 4, 2022

They want to understand what’s involved in the day-to-day operations and learn the best practices, tips, and tools from experienced property managers. And seasoned pros often seek out changes made within the property management industry. They want to learn about the latest technology, laws, and regulations.

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Empire Appraisal Group

JUNE 16, 2022

As far as expenses, California, New York and Illinois are all in the top 10 for state income tax, while Florida boasts no state income tax at all, as well as lower property taxes. Ron DeSantis signed into law a policy that waives out-of-state tuition at some universities for grandchildren of Floridians.

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Lamacchia Realty

JULY 24, 2023

Additionally, the state is no stranger to hurricanes, and it’s crucial to be prepared and have a plan, along with home insurance , in the event of severe weather. This is a welcomed law for many current and incoming residents, as home prices continue to rise in some regions.

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Eppraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Easier Financing Pooling your resources with your parent, adult child or in-law will expand your property options. Putting down 20% of the property’s price and avoiding private mortgage insurance — an additional expense with no benefit to you — is more doable with your combined spending power.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JANUARY 2, 2021

On the flip side, a land contract is the sale of a property, where the seller finances the deal. First and foremost, specific costs associated with the property, namely taxes and insurance, are not the responsibility of the buyer. In addition, there is no obligation to buy the property in a lease-to-own arrangement.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Some of a Loan Processor’s responsibilities include: Collecting proof of employment, assets, debt, income and homeowners insurance Your Loan Processor’s primary job is to verify the information you’ve provided on your mortgage application. Analyzing your income Loan Processors will pay particular attention to your income.

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PennyMac

JUNE 2, 2022

For example, typical annual costs include things like: Insurance. Property taxes. Taxes and Real Estate Investment. Beyond equity growth and cash flow, there is one other way that many people can make (or save) money by purchasing an investment property: tax savings. Maintenance costs. Mortgage payments.

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Quicken Loans

APRIL 5, 2021

Recent tax laws could hamper tax benefits. In addition to a monthly payment that’s more than the principal and interest on your mortgage, you’ll also have property taxes, homeowners insurance and (in many cases) mortgage insurance as well as homeowners association fees. Home value may decrease.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 17, 2021

It's important to note that real estate contracts and laws change depending on what state you are in. Some examples of this include the appraisal and inspection fees, but also any HOA fees that are associated with the home, property taxes, and insurance premiums that will be due at the time of closing.

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Empire Appraisal Group

AUGUST 24, 2023

points) Median annual property taxes: double weight (~4.44 points) General tax-friendliness: full weight (~1.05 points) Share of insured population: full weight (~1.74 points) Property-crime rate: double weight (~7.27 points) Total law-enforcement employees per capita: double weight (~7.27

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Listing Spark

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

For homes built before 1978, federal law requires sellers to provide a Lead-Based Paint Disclosure. This document informs potential buyers about the presence or potential presence of lead-based paint in the property. A title company will provide a title commitment, which is a promise to issue title insurance for the property.

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AmeriMac

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Factors like property condition, market competition, and holding costs must be considered for an accurate appraisal. Legal and Title Issues Affecting REO Appraisals Understanding the law around REO properties is important for good appraisals. Lease agreements in multi-family properties can also affect value and sale.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2024

Unfortunately, one of the proposals the President mentioned in the SOTU was to revive a previously discredited and shelved pilot program that would waive the requirement for lender’s title insurance on certain refinances by Fannie Mae. By law it is not an insurer nor is it capitalized or regulated to do this. million in claims.

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PennyMac

JUNE 28, 2022

State laws will usually dictate who is legally responsible for overseeing the closing. An escrow account is a special account that holds money for property taxes, premiums, homeowners insurance and mortgage insurance. FHA Mortgage Insurance Premium. Homeowners Insurance. Homeowner Association Fee.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Except for VA mortgages, most loans require at least a 20% down payment to avoid costly mortgage insurance. For example, a $250,000 home would require at least $50,000 down to avoid mortgage insurance. To request your reports, visit AnnualCreditReport.com. A lower APR generally indicates a lower total loan cost.

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Quicken Loans

APRIL 12, 2021

Foreclosure can also happen when the homeowner fails to pay their property taxes or homeowners association fees. Foreclosure : the legal process in which a lender or mortgage investor takes back unpaid property. In an REO, the bank is the sole owner of the property.

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PennyMac

AUGUST 30, 2024

For the borrower, all this means is a new institution will be collecting your payments, handling your escrow accounts, dealing with any insurance or tax matters and answering your questions. If it's not, contact your insurance company and ask them to update your loan servicing information.

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PennyMac

AUGUST 31, 2024

Title Search and Title Insurance A title company helps ensure that all real estate transaction components are legal and problem-free. At closing, the title company will verify that the property title is clear and all necessary paperwork is completed correctly.

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PennyMac

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

down, or approximately $8,077) with a fixed interest rate of 6.25%, will result in monthly payments of $1,371.15 (principal and interest only, excluding property taxes and insurance) totaling $493,615.06 Note: The example above does not include mortgage insurance. Mortgage Insurance (MI) may change depending on the LTV.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The most notable startup companies that raised funds to develop their burgeoning businesses in Columbus are: Olive, Path Robotics, CoverMyMeds, Root Insurance, and Forge Biologics. Root Insurance and Branch Insurance join major insurance companies headquartered in Ohio, such as Progressive, Nationwide, and Cincinnati Financial.

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