What Search Criteria Should You Use When Searching For Comps? I often get asked by agents about the best way to find comparable sales when pricing a listing. Today I thought I would share the search criteria I use and the reasons for each of them. Agents and appraisers are not that different in their […]
Appraisal Frights: 13 Terrifying Property Pitfalls That’ll Haunt Your Home’s Value
October 29, 2023 By 2 Comments
Avoid These Property Pitfalls To Ensure Your Home Appraises For Top Dollar It’s that time of year when we don our spookiest costumes and tell spine-tingling tales of haunted houses and things that go bump in the night. But what about those not-so-supernatural property pitfalls that can send shivers down your spine during a real […]
The Pitfalls of Outlier Sales in Pricing a Listing
September 27, 2023 By 2 Comments
Should Outlier Sales Be Used When Pricing a Listing? Pricing a listing is both an art and a science. Real estate professionals use a mix of data analysis, market knowledge, and professional judgment to determine a property’s value or list price. However, in the quest for accuracy and reliability, one common mistake that real estate […]
The Appraiser-Agent Relationship: A Win-Win Approach
August 23, 2023 By 4 Comments
How Can Appraisers and Agents Work Together? In the often chaotic world of real estate, the appraiser-agent relationship can contribute to a smoother process. While each professional has a distinct role, their collaboration can greatly influence the outcome of transactions. When real estate agents and appraisers work together seamlessly, clients benefit from well-informed decisions, transactions […]
Understanding the Law of Diminishing Returns in Pricing: A Guide for Real Estate Agents
July 13, 2023 By 4 Comments
How Agents Can Use The Law of Diminishing Return When Pricing a Listing As a real estate appraiser with over 30 years of experience, I have witnessed firsthand the critical role that accurate pricing plays in the success of real estate transactions. Pricing a property correctly from the outset is crucial for attracting potential buyers […]
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