Don’t make these mistakes when choosing a real estate appraiser There are numerous reasons that people have for obtaining the services of a real estate appraiser. Some of the main reasons are home purchases and refinances, however there are also non traditional uses for appraisals including marketing appraisals, tax appeal appraisals, estate planning appraisals, bankruptcy […]
Beaumont Subdivision, Birmingham, AL-Home Sales: 2007-2015
Beaumont Subdivision, Birmingham, AL-Home Sales: 2007-2015 Beaumont subdivision is located in the Inverness area of Birmingham, AL west of Highway 280 and north of Valleydale Road. The subdivision is approximately 8 years old and has Charleston style homes. The area is convenient to all locations within the Birmingham metro area by way of Highway 280 […]
So what’s the big deal if the square footage in MLS is wrong?
So what’s the big deal if the square footage in MLS is wrong? Have you heard the new buzz word(s) these day? I’m sure there are many, but the one I am talking about is “Big Data”. In the appraisal world we have access to more data and computing power than ever before, and we […]
Hillsboro Subdivision, Helena, AL-Home Sales, March 2014-2015
Hillsboro Subdivision, Helena, AL-Home Sales, March 2014-2015 New home sales have showed modest improvement within the general Birmingham, AL area over the last year, however it typically depends on the area they’re located in. Helena, AL is one area that new construction appears to be doing well, so when I was working in the Hillsboro […]
My recent Google Hangout with Genny Williams of “Get A Real Estate Life”
My recent Google Hangout with Genny Williams of “Get A Real Estate Life” I recently had the opportunity to join Genny Williams of “Get a Real Estate Life” in a Google Hangout to talk about “Pricing, Evaluations, and Contesting Appraisals in Today’s Market”. This was my first time to do this so I hope I […]





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