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Evernest acquires Poplar Homes and $15M in tech-focused funding

Housing Wire

Evernest already offers services including brokerage , maintenance, renovation, insurance and lending. It combines its platform with local teams to carry out these services. But Evernest has a vision that goes beyond localized employee-focused service.

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Fannie Mae: Policymakers should look elsewhere to improve affordability

Housing Wire

An affordable housing advocate, who requested anonymity, called the report “stunning,” because it indicates Fannie Mae is only lending to low-income borrowers with the most pristine of credit histories. “A Palim said that a fair lending analysis was outside of the scope of the research paper.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

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. For example, an appraiser will check the condition of the walls, roof, floors and the structure’s overall integrity.

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12 Types of Expert Witness Assignments for Appraisers

McKissock

How are divorce appraisals different from standard mortgage lending appraisals? Typically, this would be for local property tax appeals. Appraisals are then required to assist the owners, and eventually the courts, to determine the value of the property. Insurance claims. Bankruptcy. Learn more. Tax appeal.

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Consider These Factors When Choosing a Real Estate Appraiser

East Coast Appraisal

An accurate appraisal can help: A buyer to avoid overpaying for a property A seller to ensure they get a good price for their property A lender to avoid lending more than the property's fair market value Property buyers, sellers, and lenders enjoy these benefits if they work with the right appraiser.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

If you’re reading this article, you will likely need a commercial real estate appraisal for property being sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed. The information that arises helps enlighten those who own, manage, sell, lend money, or invest in commercial real estate property.

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Commercial Real Estate Investing: A Comprehensive Guide

Property Metrics

Multifamily (5+ Units): Larger apartment complexes that, for lending and investment, are categorized as commercial. Special-Purpose Properties: Self-storage, medical facilities, data centers, and other niche uses. For example, property taxes might rise after a sale, or insurance premiums could spike in areas prone to natural disasters.