These 6 blog posts by appraisers can make you a better real estate agent This week I want to share with you some helpful blog posts from my fellow appraisers that will make you a better real estate agent. I think these posts will help you become a more knowledgeable and effective agent because it will […]
What is the value of a gated neighborhood?
August 9, 2016 By 4 Comments
Do homes in a gated neighborhood sell for more? If you’ve ever wondered about the value of a gated neighborhood you’ll want read to this post to the end because I’m going to share what I found during a recent appraisal assignment. While we’re focused on a gated neighborhood in this discussion, the process we […]
Top 6 items an appraiser takes pictures of
July 6, 2016 By 18 Comments
Curious about what items an appraiser takes pictures of? As a result of the recession that occurred around 2007, and the impact on the real estate market, appraisal requirements have increased significantly. One of these requirements is an increase in the documentation appraisers are required to include in their appraisal reports. Photographs are an important part of […]
How long does it take to complete an appraisal?
June 21, 2016 By 19 Comments
Time to complete an appraisal can vary The most common question I get after leaving a home on an appraisal assignment is about how long it will take to complete an appraisal and get the report back. This is understandable since the owner or buyer is nervous and might worry that their house may not […]
What’s the deal with FREE home appraisals?
June 2, 2016 By 12 Comments
Interested in FREE home appraisals? I’ve seen more and more ads lately for FREE home appraisals or “What’s your home worth” advertisements and thought I’d talk about them today to see how legit they are. If you are going to be getting a refinance loan or maybe you’ll be buying a home and think that […]
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