Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As a founder / CEO, I’ve seen my fair share of market cycles. Today, I want to dive deep into the current rental market environment, share some personal insights, and most importantly, discuss how we can address these challenges head-on. New owners used their cost savings to renovate and undercut our rent rates.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Describing the modern-day mortgage market as challenging would be an understatement, to say the least. The average rate throughout 2024 for 30-year fixed mortgages was 6.72% higher than it was during the 2008 market crash. It reflects another pressing issue of imbalanced supply and demand in the housing market.

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Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2021

5 tips for buying a home in a seller’s housing market. A homebuyer’s guide to a competitive housing market. If you want more of a modern look, old appliances probably won’t work for you and you’ll have to replace old appliances with new ones. Right now, we’re in a seller’s market. More for Real Estate Enthusiasts.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

We’ve all witnessed the housing market slowdown that has occurred over the last year. Across the country, homes are spending more days on the market as interest rates rise. The “same old listing presentation” and tired marketing tactics aren’t cutting it for agents looking to win listings in today’s competitive and tight market.

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Housing Wire

MAY 8, 2023

Once the transfer of ownership occurs at foreclosure auction, a distressed property can be renovated and returned to the retail market as affordable housing for homeowners or renters. “[I My renovated homes are] reducing the number of rental properties , which in our town has become a source of demise.”

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Gen Z — born between 1997 and 2012 — is making waves in the market with their approach to homebuying. This applies to marketing available homes on the market. Easy renovations are key For spaces that might not be immediately appealing, Gen Z wants those that can be easily renovated.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2022

commercial spaces/building and residential homes/townhomes) and inconsistent transactional processes, fragmentation in the market has prevented real-estate from adopting technology as quickly as other sectors – until now. While each of these digital companies successfully addressed a problem in the market, other pain points still existed.

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Inman

JANUARY 11, 2024

The 1958-built property designed by architect Hugh Kaptur and later renovated by architect Albert Frey is hitting the market for the first time since its completion at $8.75 million.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2025

Our team of agents, brokers and marketing pros thoroughly tested each app to vet their image quality, features, ease of use and pricing. Its proprietary AI technology can also remove furniture, declutter listing photos and create realistic renderings of landscaping and exterior renovations. The short answer?

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Housing Wire

MAY 1, 2023

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced on Monday a proposed rule that seeks to bolster consumer protections for borrowers seeking Property Assessed Clean Energy ( PACE ) financing for home renovations. We are proposing new rules that would require sensible safeguards on these clean energy loans.”

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The typical house is now 39 years old — a far cry from the modern, move-in ready property that most homebuyers are looking for. As investors recognize the potential these older properties hold and the inventory and profits they could open up in such a red-hot housing market, demand for older, more distressed properties should increase.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Are you planning on renovating your home? What to Expect When Undertaking These 4 Common Home Renovation Projects. When home improvement gives way to major renovations, the implications can be more impactful than you might realize. However, you must be aware of your budget and timeline before committing to a kitchen renovation.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

It called these the most extensive updates of their kind in three decades as the department seeks to modernize the features of manufactured homes to drive demand. In June, HUD announced the launch of a new program designed to allow for the purchase, refinance or renovation of manufactured home communities under an FHA-sponsored loan program.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Major Home Renovations & Home Appraisals: What You Should Know Are you planning house renovations and want to know the best home improvement investments? Or maybe you are planning to sell your house and are wondering about renovations that increase home value the most. Fritz Appraisals Inc. How is Home Value Measured?

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 14, 2024

However, manual reviews of appraisals, property condition, renovation estimates, and more do not scale efficiently. Revolutionizing ‘Fix and Flip’ lending In the ‘fix and flip’ sector, accurate valuation of properties before and after renovation is crucial. Here, computer vision introduces a paradigm shift.

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McKissock

JULY 18, 2021

When the seller’s market is this hot, is it still necessary to renovate a seller’s home before it hits the market? But just because the ball is already in the seller’s court, so to speak, is it enough to justify skipping renovation altogether? Consider Your Market. Go Big Or Go Home.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 3, 2024

The market backdrop It’s a hard time out there for real estate. That has resulted in credit standards tightening and fewer transactions happening in the market (according to CBRE, commercial real estate volumes were down 54% through Q3 2023 ). When this happens at a large scale across the market, it is called deleveraging.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Opportunities for uniformity are infrequent, and market preferences change over time. The lack of uniformity presents challenges to many market participants and requires a level of expertise for the service provider to bring forward services that add value to the equation. Appraisal Modernization. Progress in Revision Rates.

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Inman

MAY 26, 2023

The home in Studio City was renovated by HGTV in 2019 and has since been used in a number of the network's specials and series. Now one lucky buyer will be able to keep a piece of television history.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

With its potential to reach new clients and gain tremendous ROI, social media has become one of the most effective marketing tools for businesses big and small. Market updates Future clients, whether buying or selling, want to feel assured that their real estate agent has a firm grasp on the happenings of the market.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Desktop appraisals arrived in March of 2020, allowing the housing market to keep humming while many stayed indoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Loans for second homes, investment properties, cash-out refinances, construction loans, multi-unit properties, renovation loans, condos, co-ops or manufactured homes are not eligible.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2021

HOME RENOVATIONS IN 2021. As we begin to see the other side of the pandemic and throughout the past year, the home improvement and renovation industry is seeing an extremely high demand for tools, materials, and home improvement service providers. These give an out-of-the-box and modern look to your room. Cost of Materials.

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Housing Wire

JULY 8, 2022

Institutional players in the single-family rental (SFR) market have been expanding their reach into select American neighborhoods since the global financial crisis of 2008, but they now find themselves in an uncomfortable limelight. . MIM believes [however] that institutional SFR ownership is likely to grow significantly over the next decade.

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Eppraisal

JUNE 11, 2024

Selling a home that's 20 to 25 years old requires a focused strategy to make the property appealing to modern buyers while ensuring that every dollar spent yields a high return on investment (ROI). Prioritizing the right renovations can transform your home into a market-ready gem that attracts buyers and maximizes your home's value.

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Listing Spark

APRIL 8, 2025

Overlooking key stepslike final inspections, market research, or ensuring compliance with local real estate regulationscan delay your sale or eat into your healthy profit margin. Use this complete guide to stay organized and avoid costly mistakes before your flipped property hits the local real estate market.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 23, 2023

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT HOME RENOVATIONS IN 2023 In recent years, the world has undergone a multitude of changes, and the home renovation industry is no different. Factors such as supply chain disruptions, project delays, and increasing costs have greatly impacted both new construction and ongoing renovation projects.

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Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The real estate market is constantly evolving, and savvy homeowners are always looking for ways to maximize their home's value. As we head into 2025, several key trends are emerging that will impact home value and attract buyers seeking modern and desirable features.

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Eppraisal

JANUARY 9, 2024

As a seasoned homeowner with a rich history of property acquisitions, the art of maintaining a timeless and modern aesthetic in your home may be a familiar journey. Ensuring your property is always market-ready requires a strategic approach to updates, keeping your space fresh, contemporary and increasing your home's value.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

For instance, if a property’s appraisal history, including renovations, damages, and previous sales, is stored on a blockchain, future appraisers can access this immutable record to make more informed decisions. Art & Collectibles: The art world is notorious for its opacity.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Whether you’re dreaming of beautiful outdoor living space, a bright and modern kitchen, or a luxurious bathroom, you can make it happen on any budget! Repaint your cabinets to brighten up your kitchen without a major renovation. Is the Housing Market Back to Normal? This is your chance to get creative! Simple DIY Repairs.

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Raleigh Realty

JULY 12, 2022

If you’re considering a home renovation, you might be looking for some insight on what other homeowners are doing. That’s why we’re rounding out some top home renovation statistics so you know what to expect from your next home improvement project. billion in the United States alone by the end of 2022. billion between 2021 and 2022.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JULY 6, 2021

With the emergence of factories, production efficiency, and mass manufacturing, industrial space for rent became the backbone that supports today’s modern cities. Amazon is the iconic frontrunner when it comes to the future of modern distribution and smart warehouses. They include showrooms, laboratories, and office space.

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Raleigh Realty

APRIL 19, 2022

Just like a garage or a carport, environmental home renovations help to improve home value. VOCs can be a surprisingly common find in modern homes: Cleaning supplies, cosmetic products, varnishes, and paints can all contain volatile organic compounds. Environmental Protection Agency.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

. “ So, I take this to mean they are performing “market research” on the possibility of finding a suitable mate. AVM’S ARE GREAT MARKETING TOOLS. Just as groundhogs do a bit of advertising and market research, on-line AVM’s are used to do the same. AVM’s are marketing tools.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A well-appointed kitchen can significantly enhance a property’s appeal and marketability. Let’s dive into appraising kitchens and how the room impacts market value. Remember, ultimately a kitchen’s value lies in its ability to enhance the overall appeal and functionality of the home, not its initial cost or the cost of renovation.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 5, 2024

Home renovations can completely transform your living spaces, turning outdated rooms into modern, functional areas that reflect your style and meet your needs. In addition to the joy and comfort these changes bring into your daily life, renovations can also significantly increase your home’s market value.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Choosing an unconventional method to market your luxury home can help a property spend fewer days on the market. Even in a tough market, selling a luxury home at a fair price point is possible when you think outside the box. After all, unusual homes should be marketed in unusual ways. Send out stunning property brochures.

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