Home Measurement Some of the most common questions I get from real estate agents center around home measurement. Do we measure on the interior? What about individual rooms? How are basements or guest houses counted? There is a lot of misunderstanding of the process, and having bad information can cause problems in a real estate […]
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Appraisal Myths
Over at Realtor.com there is an interesting article about Appraisal Myths. Helping sellers (and buyers) understand what the appraisal is (and isn’t) can make your transactions go more smoothly. Read on: http://www.realtor.com/advice/sell/home-appraisal-myths
Is Dodd-Frank Soon to Go???
Big changes could be coming for the appraisal industry. Check out the latest from appraisersblog: Check out the post: click here.
The Influence of Appraisal Management Companies
AMCs and the Appraisal Process There is an interesting article on www.appraiserblogs.com today regarding the influence Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) have on the appraisal process. AMCs control the setting of fees and payment schedules. They determine which appraisers are chosen for which assignments. Some even go as far as to determine what is included the reports. […]
Realtors ARE allowed to talk to Appraisers! And should…
I hear this regularly from Realtors: “We aren’t allowed to talk to the appraiser anymore.” This is something that comes up quite a lot in my day-to-day interactions with Realtors, and it simply IS NOT TRUE! As an appraiser, I welcome any assistance I can get when completing an appraisal. Realtors tend to know a […]
Home Appraisal Terms to Know
A learning curve comes with any new challenge or endeavor. Over the years we’ve noticed that there are terms that new homeowners may need to spend a moment studying. If you’re a homeowner or a seasoned real estate agent, appraisers are your go-to helpers and guides for some of the first steps in the appraisal […]
5 Appraisal Red Flags all Agents Should Know
Real Estate agents want a smooth appraisal process. Tom Horn at Birmingham Appraisal Blog discusses 5 Appraisal Red Flags that all real estate agents should consider. It is interesting information that should help real estate agents navigate the appraisal process and avoid bumpy closings. Check out his blog post here. If you have questions about how your sale […]