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Georgia looks to protect residents from title theft with new law

Housing Wire

Brian Kemp signed a new law, which went into effect at the start of the year, that creates a spate of new requirements for those filing property-related documents and notaries involved in electronic document filing. The new law is beginning as police continue to warn residents about scammers filing fraudulent deeds.

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Highest and Best Use: A Superpower You Already Possess

Appraisal Buzz

Lets revisit the basics: In an H&BU analysis, real estate appraisers determine the most probable use of a property by applying four tests: whether the use is legally permissible , physically possible , financially feasible , and maximally productive. Under the old zoning, the H&BU analysis was finished at the legally permissible test.

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How the title industry is addressing the negative effects of heirs’ property

Housing Wire

However, wills and estate planning can be costly, and many Americans do not have the resources to legally account for their property before they pass away. Finally, in the case of multiple undocumented heirs, there is a risk of tax sale if the parties disagree on who is responsible for taxes and the obligation is not set out legally.

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What do the D.C. attorney general’s actions mean for the future of title joint ventures?

Housing Wire

So, I don’t think what the AG did is in the spirit of the law and is certainly not in line with what the Department of Insurance has done over the years.” You have to be very mindful of state law, state regulations and the mood of the regulators in those states. the Department of Insurance cannot repeal a law enacted by the D.C.

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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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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

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.

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John Davis files racketeering suit against Gary Keller

Housing Wire

We will continue to act professionally, follow the law, and aggressively defend these baseless claims.” Two federal courts previously directed him to bring his claims [to] arbitration,” Darryl Frost, a Keller Williams spokesperson, wrote in an email discussing Davis’ August 2023 lawsuit. “Mr. Davis has ignored those courts.

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