Home Pricing in Birmingham, AL: 5 Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands

These Appraiser Tips for Home Pricing in Birmingham, AL Could Save You Thousands Correctly pricing a home is one of the most critical factors in successfully selling real estate, particularly in a dynamic market like we currently have in many parts of the country. With over 30 years of experience as a residential real estate […]

Are New Homes in Birmingham Getting Smaller?

An Interesting Trend Among New Homes As a residential real estate appraiser in the Birmingham, AL market for over 30 years I have seen many changes in new home construction. One characteristic I thought I would write about today is the trend in the square footage of new homes. The housing market is not unlike […]

What Impact Do Renovations Have on Appraisal Value?

Home Renovations and Appraisal Value As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. The truth of the matter is that it is difficult to give a straightforward answer. Contrary to what you see on the home improvement shows it is not always […]

Why Agents Should Share Their CMA With The Appraiser

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party. You might ask yourself how they […]

7 Mistakes Real Estate Agents Should Avoid

Tips To Make An Agent’s Life Easier The job of a real estate agent is extensive. There was a popular post that many agents were sharing on Facebook recently that listed all of the hats that an agent must wear. While I cannot speak to most of those duties, or how to do them, I […]

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