Appraisal Career
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5 Rules for Appraising Barndominiums
Barndominium properties are typically found in more rural areas. They could be existing barns that were converted…
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What to Do When Your Appraisal Is Under Review
Residential appraisers will often—if not just about always—have their work reviewed by another appraiser. Usually, this is…
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Where Does Water Frontage End?
Does your subject property really front on the water? You might remember a case that made national…
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Disclosure Example: Extraordinary Assumption
In an appraisal assignment, an extraordinary assumption is employed to presume certain unknown information as fact. An extraordinary…
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What’s that Smell Worth? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser
The negative impacts on the marketability of residential properties caused by odors from pet dander, feces, and…
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What About Those Fixer-Uppers? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser
The Issue of “Cost to Cure” We’re all familiar with the term “fixer-upper.” For many different reasons,…
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What’s in a Sales Contract? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser
Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? First and foremost, Standards Rule…
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Top Ways to Defend Your Work When the Appraised Value Comes in Under Sales Price
This year we’ve seen intense homebuyer competition nationwide, with a record-breaking number of homes selling above asking price…
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FAQs About Appraising Solar Panels
Solar panels and green homes are becoming increasingly common in the marketplace. If you’ve seen a rise in…
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4 Key Disclosures and Disclaimers for Hybrid Appraisal Reports
There are numerous items to consider when deciding whether to accept or complete a hybrid or bifurcated appraisal…
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What ONE Appraisal Technology Tool Makes Your Life Easier?
Technology is constantly changing the appraisal industry. Learning how to adopt—and adapt to—the new technologies can help…
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20 Motivational Quotes for Appraisers and Small Business Owners
To achieve your goals as an appraiser or small business owner, you’re going to need to stay motivated.…