I was in the Shoal Creek subdivision this week for an appraisal assignment. This is always an interesting subdivision to work in because of its exclusivity. The subdivision is built around a world class golf course that was designed by Jack Nicklaus and has hosted various PGA and USA Amateur Championships. Shoal Creek could also […]
Michael Maher: The Power Of Being Personal
February 18, 2011 By 6 Comments
I had the opportunity yesterday to attend the “7 Levels of Communication” event with Michael Maher. Michael is well known for being the “most referred” real estate agent in the country. After seeing his energy and sincerity I can see why. He believes the days of the “me” real estate agent are over (you can […]
FHA Appraisal Red Flag: Water In The Basement
February 16, 2011 By 2 Comments
I recently did an inspection on a property that was being purchased with FHA financing. I’m always asked by real estate agents, buyers, sellers, and mortgage lenders, “what do you look for when you do an FHA appraisal compared to a conventional one?” One of the items we look for is moisture in either the […]
What Is A.G.D.A. And Why Is It Important?
February 14, 2011 By 6 Comments
People outside of the Birmingham, Alabama market area may not know what A.G.D.A. is but they would probably understand its importance. A.G.D.A. stands for Appraiser Group Data Association. It consists of a group of real estate appraisers in the Birmingham metro area that collects data on homes they appraise and share it with one another. […]
Have You Ever Appraised a Pyramid Before?
February 9, 2011 By 4 Comments
Well, it’s not a real pyramid, at least not the kind you find in Egypt. It did remind me of the Egyptian Pyramids, with their unique shape though. I was doing some appraisal work in the Trussville, Alabama area of Birmingham and drove past this home. It made me think of what types of homes […]
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