Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2023

It may be that many of the loan originators and real estate agents calling for major changes to the VA appraisal process are be those with the least amount of first-hand experience with the VA product. When it comes to establishing market value, I think the VA appraisal at present determines this as well as any other.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

According to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the rules that all professional appraisers are required to abide by, appraisers must take into consideration all market trends and other influences on property value in their valuation opinions. USPAP Rule 1-3 (d) (v) makes this clear.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

BNI (Business Networking International): These chapters can be tricky to get into as a real estate agent, but if you’re able to find one with an open seat, jump on it. Market data about the area, an invitation to an upcoming open house, or info about a coming soon listing nearby are all great items of value.

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

As a seasoned appraiser in the vibrant real estate market of Toronto, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the ever-evolving landscape of property valuation. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between appraisers and real estate agents.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Helping Agents Understand Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales In the world of real estate, accurate property valuation plays an important role in the home buying and selling process. Factors Considered by Appraisers When determining the value of a property, appraisers consider several crucial factors.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 30, 2021

Within the past couple of weeks, I have appraised several properties for purchases, where my opinion of the market value of these homes was significantly below the contract price. I also developed the replacement value, and I had comparable land sales from the neighborhood. Does this seem healthy to you?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Geographic targeting The core idea of circle prospecting is geographic targeting, where real estate agents focus their marketing and outreach efforts on a specific neighborhood or area. This could be in the form of market updates, home maintenance tips, community news, or other helpful information.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 15, 2025

Understanding Appraisal Management In real estate, determining a property’s fair market value is crucial for transactions. Appraisal management involves coordinating and overseeing the valuation process to ensure compliance with industry standards like USPAP in the US.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pending sales can help us see the direction a market is taking during times of rapid increases or decreases in prices. Using this information helps appraisers provide the most accurate and up-to-date valuation possible. Active listings help us to understand what other competing properties are listed for.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 10, 2025

Introduction In the real estate industry, where significant financial decisions hinge on property valuations, the importance of ethics in the appraisal profession cannot be overstated. Appraisers serve as impartial experts, tasked with providing objective opinions of value based on thorough analysis and market data.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

We also use the MLS to analyze the market trends and to make market-based adjustments for things such as changes in sales prices, as well as features of a home that have a major impact on market value, like finished square footage, bedroom, and bathroom count, lot size and so on.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 31, 2025

A qualified professional appraiser gives an unbiased estimate of the property’s market value. This value considers different factors to ensure buyers and sellers are treated fairly. Understanding real estate appraisals is crucial in a changing market like New Albany, OH.

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A drive-by appraisal is a streamlined method of estimating a homes market value. From an appraiser point of view, the drive-by appraisal takes less time, explains Mary Helen Marks , a licensed real estate agent and appraiser in the Phoenix Metro Area. What is a drive-by appraisal?

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Be Prepared for an Appraisal for a Positive Impact on Your Home’s Valuation. Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. This will help ensure a fair market value.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Closely studying our markets is very crucial in understanding current market value for appraisers. Not every market is the same. Each specific market is different. As we enter the spring market, which is typically when things begin to heat up, we will see what happens.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 15, 2016

If all goes well, the home’s appraised value will end up at the price you’d agreed to pay. But the home appraiser could also report that the home valuation is higher—or lower—and this has ramifications for the whole deal. But never fear. Appraisers aren’t perfect,” says Parsons. They make mistakes.”

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Realtor

DECEMBER 15, 2016

If all goes well, the home’s appraised value will end up at the price you’d agreed to pay. But the home appraiser could also report that the home valuation is higher—or lower—and this has ramifications for the whole deal. But never fear. Appraisers aren’t perfect,” says Parsons. They make mistakes.”

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Padove Appraisal Service

OCTOBER 21, 2017

The real estate agent you are working with tells you the house is 2,200 square feet. A real estate agent’s job is to market homes. Real estate agents are required by TREND to indicate the source of Interior Square Footage reported in their MLS listings. Who’s right?

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Understanding the Appraisal Gap A low appraisal means the independent appraiser has determined the fair market value of the property is less than the price the buyer and seller agreed upon. Property Condition Issues: The appraiser might identify significant repair needs or maintenance issues that negatively impact the value.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Alternate valuation products are new tools for determining the market value of residential properties. They use technology and smart algorithms to provide a better and more accurate value for a property. While traditional methods are still very important, alternate valuation options add new insights to this process.

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Realtor

JANUARY 23, 2018

Luke Sharrett for The Wall Street Journal When Blackstone Group LP wanted to borrow hundreds of millions of dollars to buy foreclosed homes after the housing crash, it needed a quick, inexpensive way to value thousands of houses the investment firm already owned and was offering as collateral. It never did, said Ms.

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Realtor

JANUARY 23, 2018

Luke Sharrett for The Wall Street Journal When Blackstone Group LP wanted to borrow hundreds of millions of dollars to buy foreclosed homes after the housing crash, it needed a quick, inexpensive way to value thousands of houses the investment firm already owned and was offering as collateral. It never did, said Ms.

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Robinson Appraisal Group

JULY 18, 2019

A hybrid appraisal is a valuation completed by a Licensed/Certified appraiser that is very similar to a desktop appraisal. The hybrid appraisal is designed so the appraiser can complete the valuation in 30–60 minutes. Fast and cheap… doesn’t sound too reliable when you break it into simple terms.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

Either way, the goal remains the same: to make the home appear as attractive and welcoming as possible, thereby making it stand out in the competitive real estate market of British Columbia. Your appraiser can accurately assess your property’s worth, considering your area’s latest market trends and comparable sales.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

Last week, a real estate agent asked me about how appraisers adjust for age. There’s value in that. Subsequently, a new home typically has a higher market value than one that has already been lived in. That is, until one takes a closer look. Age is a good example. Now starts the wear and tear.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

A home or house appraisal is a third-party report written by a professional appraiser who visits the property and does market research to analyze how much the house is worth in today’s market. An appraisal report informs homeowners, home buyers, and mortgage lenders on the market value of the home.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

“The Zestimate® home valuation model is Zillow’s estimate of a home’s market value. A Zestimate incorporates public, MLS and user-submitted data into Zillow’s proprietary formula, also taking into account home facts, location and market trends. Hire a real estate agent to help you price competitively!

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 31, 2023

   Property Valuation Your home value is the primary determiner of your asking price. Search real estate listing sites to find suitable candidates. Then counterbalance the estimated price on those sites with the valuation seen on Eppraisal.com.

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Myth #2: Appraisals are the same as the Zillow Zestimate The Zillow Zestimate is a type of AVM (Automated Valuation Model) that takes information that is fed into it and uses it to spit out a value. The information that Zillow uses to base its value estimate on is not always accurate. Guess what? The short answer is maybe.

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Eppraisal

MAY 19, 2023

AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a computer-generated estimate of a property's value based on data such as recent sales in the area, public records, and local market trends. This knowledge can help them provide a more accurate estimate of your home's value based on current market conditions.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 14, 2022

A lot of people don’t realize just how tech-driven the modern day real estate market truly is. Yes, it’s true that certain things like valuations and appraisals still require a lot of time and energy from a certified professional. Case in point: valuation software. Why Valuation Software Matters.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2019

Basing a property’s value on price per square foot is not an accurate valuation method as it does not tell the complete story. Lets look at why valuing property based on price per square foot is not a recommended practice. Why value is not based on price per square foot.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The market area that the property is located in can definatley support the price but does the price truely reflect the market value of that specific property or does it reflect what a super motivated buyer with available funds is willing to pay? There is a difference.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

For the record, I will state that the goal of every appraisal is to estimate the market value of a home, usually for lending purposes. Whenever an appraisal waiver is used a traditional appraisal is not utilized to determine the market value of the assets the bank will be lending on.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Unlike a typical residential appraisal, a relocation appraisal focuses on marketability, saleability, and speed of sale, as well as property value. Its designed to help employers manage their relocation programs efficiently while providing fair and accurate valuations for their relocating employees.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Appraisers are less likely this year to cite expanding regulations/interpretations of regulations, lender requirements, pressure from real estate agents/brokers, and liability concerns. From Dave Towne: Over the years, many appraisers have reported being blacklisted by real estate agents and even mortgage brokers.

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