Common Appraisal Questions Agents Should Be Able to Answer As a new real estate agent, you probably already know the importance of appraisals in your sales transactions. Whether you’re representing a buyer or a seller, appraisals can play an important part in the deal’s success—or its failure. In the previous posts, we covered the basics […]
Answering Common Appraisal Questions and Establishing Your Expertise as an Agent – Part 3: A Guide for New Agents
The Appraisal Process & What Appraisers Look For: Part 2- A Guide for New Agents
A Primer for Agents About the Appraisal Process As a new real estate agent, you’ll quickly realize that the appraisal process can be one of the most crucial—and sometimes confusing—parts of the buying and selling process. Appraisers play an important role in determining a property’s market value, and their value estimates can influence everything from […]
Understanding the Basics of Real Estate Appraisal: Part 1-A Guide for New Agents
A New Agent’s Guide to the Basics of Real Estate Appraisal Starting out as a real estate agent can be overwhelming. You’re juggling paperwork, client expectations, and the intricacies of the market. One area that often causes confusion is the appraisal process. Understanding this process is crucial, as it can significantly impact your transactions. In […]
How Probate Appraisals Really Work
Probate Appraisals: Nail the Number, Avoid the Headaches Probate appraisals aren’t just “another home valuation.” Unlike a mortgage appraisal that tells a lender what the house is worth today, a probate appraisal often pegs value on a past date and must stand up to IRS and court scrutiny. In the post below, I’ll break down […]
Pending Sales May Be Your Secret Weapon To Accurate Pricing
How Pending Sales Help You Price a Listing Right the First Time Have you had an appraisal come in below the contract price on a recent listing? You’re probably not the only one. When you set a list price using only closed sales, you’re looking in the rear‑view mirror. Those sales show what buyers paid […]
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