Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Home Renters Dish Out Their Amenity Wishlist A modernized kitchen was the feature that most house tenants mentioned when asked what they would change about their property. For example, nearly one-third of poll respondents would like a sunroom or roof deck, while over 15% would prefer a greenhouse or a workshop/craft room sort of area.

Tenants 370

Tenants Renovations Modernization Contracts 370

Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

Manage massive lead databases with precision Quality over quantity is a forgotten mindset in the modern real estate world. For homeowners , stay top-of-mind by providing ongoing valuelike market insights or renovation adviceso they return when its time to sell. For buyers, focus on delivering second-to-none service and support.

Real Estate 397

Real Estate Clients Technology Agents 397

Housing Wire

AUGUST 27, 2024

The 203(k) program allows for the inclusion of repair or renovation costs within a single mortgage to purchase or refinance a home. It covers structural repairs (such as foundations and new roofs), modernization of kitchens and bathrooms, and energy-efficiency and climate-resiliency projects. Updates have been made to both variations.

Renovations 448

Renovations Modernization Insurance Finance 448

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 15, 2024

New construction pros and cons Buyers drawn to modern living may find the benefits of new construction appealing, though they should be prepared for some drawbacks. Renovating to modernize can add to the long-term cost of a resale home.

Construction 488

Construction Buyers Agents Marketing 488

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Describing the modern-day mortgage market as challenging would be an understatement, to say the least. Equity solutions Home renovations and debt consolidation are two avenues toward financial prosperity for borrowers. Mortgage interest rates have steadily ramped up throughout 2024.

Mortgage 338

Mortgage Training Construction Investors 338

Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2021

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. And while price matters, it’s easier to renovate a home than pick up and move it to another city. After all, the older the home the more you might have to pay in renovations or general upkeep.

Renovations 508

Renovations Modernization Housing Market Real Estate 508

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.”

Inventory 435

Inventory Renovations Supply Chain Buyers 435

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Homes that are not visually appealing may not get attention from Gen Z, so agents should help these buyers see the renovating and redecorating possibilities to match their personal aesthetic. Easy renovations are key For spaces that might not be immediately appealing, Gen Z wants those that can be easily renovated.

Real Estate 514

Real Estate Buyers Renovations Open Houses 514

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The simplified and modern new brand elements are visually appealing and provide simple navigation across our customer facing platforms. More than half of the company’s reverse mortgage customers (55%) are using their loan proceeds to fund home renovations or to consolidate debt (51%). billion AUD, or roughly $1.2 billion USD.

Mortgage 448

Mortgage Finance Renovations Modernization 448

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

When making pre-listing repairs or renovations, different projects can result in vastly different returns. Remodels are structural renovations that make homes more livable and require more labor, resources, and money to complete than refresh projects.

Home Improvement 482

Home Improvement Real Estate Agent Sellers Real Estate 482

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.”

Property Taxes 396

Property Taxes Renovations Finance Lending 396

Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2025

Its proprietary AI technology can also remove furniture, declutter listing photos and create realistic renderings of landscaping and exterior renovations. Or, you can stage a home with traditional decor to look more modern or vice versa. The possibilities for creative real estate marketing are endless!

Decorating 319

Decorating Design Real Estate Real Estate Agent 319

Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

New owners used their cost savings to renovate and undercut our rent rates. For a while, we were the crown jewel of the submarket which gave us a competitive advantage when leasing. But the tide turned quickly. Neighboring properties, previously underperforming, sold at discounts.

Development 335

Development Finance Real Estate Housing Market 335

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Four renovations to consider before selling your house. These light colors have a way of uplifting a living space so that it looks modern, cozy, and comfortable. A grand millennial style is a new trend that merges the modern and dated décor, the kind that you would find in your grandparents’ house. Conclusion.

Design 482

Design Modernization Decorating Renovations 482

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. The company has created a new vertical of loans and an entirely new LOS designed just for borrowers looking to purchase a home and renovate it to put back on the market. And total active listings?

Lending 459

Lending Renovations Finance Investors 459

Housing Wire

JULY 10, 2024

In one recent instance highlighted by the Los Angeles Times , one family turned to an ADU after finding limited options and is poised to see a loved one live in a modern, age-appropriate setting. Ultimately, after gaining a senior living waiver from the state of California , the family sought to find a better arrangement.

Tenants 476

Tenants Mortgage Construction Landlords 476

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.

Modernization 174

Modernization Renovations Marketing Design 174

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.

Land Lease 418

Land Lease Renovations Modernization Design 418

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.

Renovations 308

Renovations Appraisal Home Improvement Buyers 308

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. As Vancouver Island’s home evaluation expert, D.

Renovations 123

Renovations Home Value Valuation Market Value 123

Raleigh Realty

APRIL 24, 2022

Sustainable Renovations for Every Room Whether you buy an older home or a new construction home, there are most likely modifications and renovations you can do to make your new house more eco-friendly. Let’s take a room-by-room look at potential eco-friendly modifications and renovations you can make to your home.

Renovations 144

Renovations Modernization Inspection Construction 144

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.

Valuation 368

Valuation Renovations Technology Appraisal 368

Inman

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The estate -- built around 1990 -- has undergone extensive renovations after being purchased for $18 million in 2021, but local real estate agents say that some might consider the home a teardown and opt to raze it to make way for something more modern and imposing, "The WSJ" reported.

Real Estate Agent 158

Real Estate Agent Renovations Modernization Real Estate 158

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? Go Big Or Go Home. Consider Your Market.

Renovations 96

Renovations Marketing Real Estate Agent Sellers 96

McKissock

MARCH 20, 2022

When selling a home though, most real estate professionals will vouch that — as far as home improvements are concerned — kitchen renovations are worthy investments that will likely increase your resale value. ® , DIY expert and licensed contractor Beth Allen shares six common kitchen renovation ideas with the biggest investment return.

Renovations 84

Renovations Investing Modernization Real Estate 84

Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2022

With that said, with tight margins of around 5% , time is short, meaning human value creation (renovations big or small) are usually foregone in favor of an algorithmically determined window dictating when to buy or flip. To de-risk transactions, tailored add-ons are important. Andy Bodrog is Partnerships Director, Property at Cover Genius.

Real Estate 397

Real Estate Marketing Insurance Technology 397

Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Lenders are utilizing more technology for their appraisal processes, with increased usage of modern order management platforms improving communications between lender appraisal desks and appraisers and incorporating both automated and manual processes in their underwriting of appraisals. Appraisal Modernization.

Appraisal 281

Appraisal Modernization Appraisal Process Technology 281

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.

Renovations 68

Renovations Buyers Home Improvement Realty 68

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Who knows, this might help someone kick start styling their own home, which could result in them reaching out to you because you share a love for mid-century modern or boho minimalist style. Take the time to educate your audience about common home renovations, and it can help or hurt them if they decide to sell their house in the future.

Real Estate 435

Real Estate Agents Real Estate Agent Decorating 435

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.

Renovations 63

Renovations Modernization Buyers Investing 63

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

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. Any loan application flagged as ineligible by Fannie Mae’s automated underwriting system will have to use a traditional appraisal.

Appraisal 370

Appraisal Appraisal Process Valuation Renovations 370

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.

Renovations 69

Renovations Supply Chain Construction Home Improvement 69

Lamacchia Realty

MAY 20, 2022

HOME RENOVATIONS IN 2022. It’s well known that the world has seen a multitude of changes over the past few years, and the home renovations world is no different. From supply chain delays and stoppages to inflation, home renovation and even new construction projects are feeling the impact. Insulation is up 5.4% from last year.

Renovations 69

Renovations Supply Chain Construction Modernization 69

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.

Renovations 167

Renovations Marketing Buyers Modernization 167

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. Here's a short list of essential priorities for homeowners looking to modernize.

Modernization 68

Modernization Design Renovations Buyers 68

BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Turning an old home into a modern, rentable masterpiece takes money—especially if you’re doing a big renovation. The house hack strategy doesn’t always run smoothly. One of the easiest ways […].

Renovations 62

Renovations Finance Modernization 62

Eppraisal

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As we head into 2025, several key trends are emerging that will impact home value and attract buyers seeking modern and desirable features. Sustainable Choices: Making Green Renovations a Smart Investment Homeowners are becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, and this trend is spilling over into home renovations.

Home Value 36

Home Value Renovations Modernization Buyers 36