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A loan officer’s ultimate guide to appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

However, a year after the GSEs announced new appraisal modernization solutions, as they’re more widely adopted, questions arise. A look into GSE appraisal modernization efforts The GSEs have each offered appraisal waivers on eligible loans for several years. How do the solutions work? Why do we need them?

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3 Things An Appraisal Should Tell You That You May Not Know

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

With the massive amount of technology available to anyone who can access the internet, you might wonder why bother getting a real property appraisal? Isn’t that all that appraisers do? Slap a few sales in a report, and make a few guesstimate adjustments to come up with their opinion of a property’s value?

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Understanding Zillow’s Square Footage is Important!

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE On more than one occasion some who have read my appraisal reports felt that my opinion of value was too high. They felt that way because of sales they saw on Zillow that appeared to be comparable and sold for less than my opinion of the market value of the property I appraised.

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Renovations That Increase Home Value in BC: Our Top 8 Picks

D Fritz Appraisals

If you are looking to sell quickly or have a limited budget, it is worth researching the renovations that increase home value the most. Fritz Appraisals Inc. knows which renovations can add market value – and which will make your home more valuable to you but won’t necessarily increase the selling price.

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Investment Property Appraisals Made Simple

AmeriMac

Key Highlights Real estate investment properties require accurate appraisals to determine their market value and potential return on investment. The appraisal process involves various valuation methods such as the sales comparison approach, income approach, and cost approach.

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The Importance of Accurate Appraisals in Real Estate Transactions in New Albany, OH

AmeriMac

Understanding Real Estate Appraisals in New Albany In real estate transactions, a real estate appraisal is very important. A qualified professional appraiser gives an unbiased estimate of the property’s market value. The house’s value depends greatly on how close it is to amenities.

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Property Appraisals: What You Need to Know

Aedis Appraisals

So, if you happen to be interested in getting a real estate appraisal in Toronto , for instance, feel free to use this article as an introductory guide to understanding the ins and outs of the modern appraisal process. What Is an Appraisal and When Do I Need One?