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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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FHFA’s RFI on appraisals is a critical inflection point

Housing Wire

One significant factor behind the lack of evolution in the appraisal industry is that the American housing market has grown at a much higher rate than the pool of licensed professionals that are legally certified to appraise residential real estate. Real estate agents in particular understand local properties extremely well.

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Bitcoin Real Estate Transactions Gain Popularity

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales. Marketplace Platforms. Cutting Out Middlemen.

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The Benefits of Working with a Local Florida Real Estate Expert

Lamacchia Realty

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH A LOCAL FLORIDA REAL ESTATE EXPERT Navigating the complex world of buying or selling property can be challenging, particularly for those unfamiliar with the intricacies of the Florida real estate marke t.

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Digital Real Estate In the Metaverse

McKissock

Although using crypto to pay for real estate isn’t a new concept (we’ve already been using it for international transactions), it’s starting to become a more mainstream concept when it comes to local property sales. But don’t take our word for it! Marketplace Platforms. Cutting Out Middlemen.

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Preserving the American Dream

Appraisal Buzz

At the heart of this transformation are the leaders of Five Stars Property Preservation Executive Forum, a collective of industry veterans tasked with navigating these complex waters. Q: What primary new technologies or innovations are property preservation companies adopting to improve efficiency and service quality?

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Commercial Real Estate Investing: A Comprehensive Guide

Property Metrics

In addition to property-level cash flow, GPs typically charge fees (acquisition, asset management, disposition) and earn a promote or disproportionate share of profits once certain returns are met. Indirect Investment Indirect investment offers exposure to real estate without direct property ownership.