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Appraising New Construction: Guidance for Follow-Up Inspections
While most residential appraisals only require a single field visit to the subject property, when it comes to…
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6 Tips for Appraising New Construction Homes
Lenders, FHA, and the GSEs (Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac) treat new construction a little differently. When…
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Top 10 Things Appraisers Wish Real Estate Agents Understood
As part of our Question of the Month survey series, we asked members of our appraisal community, “What’s…
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What Is an Appraisal Review and Who Can Be a Reviewer?
Appraisal reviews in real estate serve many important purposes. Sometimes the review process is more time consuming and…
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6 Reasons to Start a Real Estate Appraiser Career
Appraisers are reportedly 25% more satisfied in their careers, on average, compared to American workers across all professions.…
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How to Become a Certified General Appraiser
Are you growing tired of appraising simple properties? Are you looking for more complex assignments with higher income…
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Key Considerations for Appraising Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Learn some key considerations and best practices to keep in mind when appraising ADUs.
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How to Identify a Complex Residential Property
If you ask appraisers to provide examples of complex appraisal assignments, many will focus on commercial or mixed-use…
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The 3 Basic Requirements for Real Property Appraisal Reports
As a real property appraiser, you rely on appraisal reports to communicate your opinion of value. It’s important…
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Hypothetical Conditions Demystified
Even though the term hypothetical condition has been used in the appraisal profession for decades, some appraisers continue…
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Appraiser Insurance: The Three Policies You Need for Your Business
As a business owner, having insurance is critical to protect you and cover the risks you face in…
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What Does Arm’s Length Mean in Real Estate?
As a real estate appraiser, understanding whether a transaction is an arm’s length sale or a non-arm’s length…