Have we reached a tipping point in social media for real estate appraisers? Almost every other “cause” has embraced and used social media to strengthen it’s position and rally its members to action, so why not real estate appraisers? In his book “The Tipping Point” Malcolm Gladwell describes a tipping point as “the moment of […]
A growing concern in the Birmingham, AL Multiple Listing Service
June 8, 2015 By 4 Comments
A growing concern in the Birmingham, AL Multiple Listing Service With a little over a year into the implementation of the requirement to add square footage figures to multiple listing sheets I see a common trend that bothers me. I frequently see inaccurate square foot figures being added to listings that will in the long […]
Are vapor barriers still required in FHA appraisals?
June 2, 2015 By 14 Comments
Are vapor barriers still required in FHA appraisals? I received a message this week from a reader who is selling their home with possible FHA financing. The real estate agent mentioned to the seller that they would probably need a vapor barrier installed underneath the house, but they weren’t sure. Let’s take a look at […]
5 Things the agent can share with the appraiser to help with the appraisal
May 26, 2015 By 12 Comments
5 Things the agent can share with the appraiser to help with the appraisal Often times during the appraisal process the real estate agent feels helpless with regard to how the appraisal will turn out. There are things however that they can do to help the appraiser provide the most complete and accurate appraisal and […]
Silver Creek subdivision- Alabaster, AL real estate market report 2015
May 22, 2015 By 4 Comments
Silver Creek subdivision- Alabaster, AL real estate market report 2015 The Silver Creek subdivision is located in Alabaster, Alabama in north Shelby County. This development offers a community pool, clubhouse, and homeowner association. From data supplied by the Birmingham MLS the following statistics reflect sales activity from April 1, 2014 to April 30, 2015: Median […]
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