Square Footage: Why Accuracy Matters Square footage is one of the most critical factors in determining a home’s value, yet it is often misunderstood. Many homeowners and real estate agents assume that the square footage listed in public records is accurate, but that’s not always the case. When an appraiser measures a home, their calculation […]
Why Is the Square Footage in Public Records Different from the Appraisal?
February 11, 2025 By 2 Comments
Appraisal 101: Key Facts You Might Not Know
January 29, 2025 By 4 Comments
Brush Up On Your Appraisal Knowledge Most people have a basic understanding of the appraisal process. If you’ve ever purchased a home or refinanced your mortgage you’ve most likely had to get your home appraised. On the surface it looks like the appraiser visits your home, does some measuring, and looks around. Beyond what you […]
Must-Have Information Required for a Successful Appraisal
December 17, 2024 By 2 Comments
Tips To Ensure a Successful Appraisal When it comes to the home appraisal process, providing complete and accurate information is critical for a successful appraisal. Real estate agents and loan officers play an important role in ensuring appraisers have the necessary data to deliver reliable valuations. Whether you’re representing a seller or assisting a buyer, […]
Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Appraisal Myths
November 20, 2024 By 5 Comments
It’s been several weeks now since I’ve blogged and to be honest I’ve missed it. Blogging provides me a creative outlet to help educate the public on the appraisal process. If you had told me in 2010 that I would still be writing my appraisal blog 14 years later I would have said you were […]
Lower Interest Rates, But Still No Offers? Here’s Why
October 9, 2024 By 3 Comments
Low Interest Rates May Not Be The Reason Your Listing Isn’t Selling With recent dips in interest rates, many sellers and their agents might expect it to be easier to sell a home, but that’s not always the case. If you’re an agent managing a listing and struggling to generate offers despite favorable financing conditions, […]
Let’s Connect