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Portland Appraisal Blog
Jamie Owen Blog
What’s Your View?When a rainbow appears, it can put a smile on our face. They are so beautiful! When one appears, you can be sure that images of one will appear on social media, as people share their beauty with others. Rainbows are artwork in the sky. For many, including me, they invoke happy feelings. Perhaps they… Continue reading What’s Your View?Cleveland Appraisal BlogMay 13 2021
Tips for Increasing Your Home’s Value Without…Hello! I hope that you are enjoying the warmer weather! With the spring selling season upon us, my volume of work has been very high. So, I am grateful for guest bloggers who provide me with some great articles to share with you. I hope you’ve been enjoying them. I have one more this week.… Continue reading Tips for Increasing Your Home’s Value Without Spending a FortuneCleveland Appraisal BlogApr 29 2021
blankTough Decisions: How Caregivers Can Help Elderly…Hello everyone! I hope that you are doing good and hanging in there!  Every now and then, I have a guest blogger that covers a topic that is not related to real estate. This is the case today. This week, my guest blogger is June Duncan. June reached out to me to see if I… Continue reading Tough Decisions: How Caregivers Can Help Elderly or Disabled Loved Ones in DeclineCleveland Appraisal BlogApr 23 2021
Ryan Lundquist Blog
blankHome prices are insane (so is the…Prices growth has been insane lately and that’s pretty much how the rental market feels too. Let’s talk about this and a few other things. Enjoy. NOTE: Scroll down for the big market update Three Things: 1) THE ASTERISK IN THE ROOM: Home price stats are truly crazy right now across the country. It’s mind-blowing […]Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate AppraiserMay 12 2021
blankHow much are buyers paying above the…“Buyers are crazy!!! How can they be paying these prices?” That’s what we tend to hear from people who are NOT trying to buy a house right now. It seems like onlookers really don’t understand what it takes to get an offer accepted these days. But for anyone actually in the game, the truth is […]Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate AppraiserMay 05 2021
blankMortgage rates are too low (and they…There are certain things that are just true. Spandex bodysuits shouldn’t be worn by most people. Mullets probably shouldn’t come back in style. And mortgage rates right now are just too low. The truth: Mortgage rates this low have helped create a chaotic housing market and they need to go up. I tweeted this yesterday […]Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate AppraiserApr 27 2021
Tom Horn Blog
blankIt’s The Market It’s Not YouAre You In a Bad Relationship With The Real Estate Market? Have you ever gotten rejected by someone you liked and wanted to get to know better and maybe even have a relationship with? I think everyone has gone through this or can at least relate to what the rejection feels like. In some ways, […] The post It’s The Market It’s Not You appeared first on Birmingham Appraisal Blog. No related posts.Birmingham Appraisal BlogMay 12 2021
blankWhat is Market Value?Market Value Dissected There are different definitions of market value but today I’m going to discuss the one that appraisers use in their appraisal reports. Here is the definition of market value that is included in every appraisal report: The most probable price which a property should bring in a competitive and open market under […] The post What is Market Value? appeared first on Birmingham Appraisal Blog. Related posts: Things To Consider When Making Home Renovations Unintended Consequences of the Coronavirus Pandemic 5 questions you must ask yourself before getting an appraisalBirmingham Appraisal BlogMay 05 2021
blankHow Much Have Birmingham Home Prices Risen…Birmingham Home Prices Then and Now The real estate market is red hot but have you ever considered how much Birmingham home prices have risen since we hit rock bottom after the housing crash back around 2008? Appraiser friend Ryan Lundquist, who runs the Sacramento appraisal blog (I highly recommend you check it out) asked […] The post How Much Have Birmingham Home Prices Risen Since the Bottom of the Market? appeared first on Birmingham Appraisal Blog. Related posts: Shelby County Home Sales by Zip Code How to Find an Appraiser in Birmingham, Alabama What’s Happening To The Townhouse Market…Birmingham Appraisal BlogApr 20 2021
Rachel Massey Blog
blankPrices are rising, but NOT as much… NewA bit of color in some charts for your reading pleasure. This information is from the Ann Arbor Area Board of Realtors MLS run on a monthly basis, and includes all the Ann Arbor school district, single family detached housing only, no new construction or to be built, no condominium units. Data tracks from 1/1/19 … Continue reading "Prices are rising, but NOT as much as we may think" The post Prices are rising, but NOT as much as we may think appeared first on annarborappraisal.annarborappraisalFeb 26 2021
HousingWire Valuation
blankForeclosures down in April as moratorium continuesRealtyTrac and ATTOM Data Solutions found the number of properties with foreclosure filings in April are down 1% month over month and 17% year over year. The post Foreclosures down in April as moratorium continues appeared first on HousingWire.HousingWireMay 14 2021
blankGeneration X is looking to move to…Millennials aren't the only generation in the market for their dream home. Right now, Generation X makes up over a quarter of potential homebuyers. The post Generation X is looking to move to these metros appeared first on HousingWire.HousingWireMay 14 2021
blankWhy does credit matter so much in…If you’re finding that your credit score is more of a hindrance than an asset to your home-buying endeavors, never fear. There are methods to improve and maintain your credit as you move toward buying a home. The post Why does credit matter so much in the home-buying process? Here’s the scoop appeared first on HousingWire.HousingWireMay 14 2021
Mary Thompson Blog
Shannon Slater Blog
blankWhat to Wear?No this hasn’t suddenly become a fashion blog. This is really for my fellow female appraisers. My apologies guys, some of this might apply to you, but I am really speaking to the gals. The question as to how to dress as an appraiser comes up often so I thought I would share a few things that work for me. The post What to Wear? appeared first on DW Slater Company.DW Slater CompanyMay 11 2021
blank15 Years of AppraisingThis month marks my 15th year of real estate appraising. I clearly remember how nervous I was to quit my teaching job and a steady paycheck to join my husband in his business. The post 15 Years of Appraising appeared first on DW Slater Company.DW Slater CompanyMay 04 2021
blankApril Newsletter-All Time Low Supply Creating Bidding… NewNeither the winter storm nor the pandemic has slowed down the housing market as the demand is greater than the supply of homes. The current supply of homes is as low as we have seen as far back as our data goes. Buyers that can't find existing homes. Many are looking to purchase new construction and it is having a boom. Prices continue to climb and the cost of construction is rising and projected to keep rising The post April Newsletter-All Time Low Supply Creating Bidding Wars appeared first on DW Slater Company.DW Slater CompanyApr 23 2021
Bryan Lynch Blog
Working RE Magazine
blankAppraisal Waivers: The Future is Here New“One of the best courses that I have had in 17 years!” -Amy H >> OREP E&O ★★★★★ “They are knowledgeable, professional, and understand urgency.” – Joe Thweatt   Editor’s Note: Take the NEW 2021 Appraiser Fee Survey online now at WorkingRE.com/2021survey. Appraisal Waivers: The Future is Here by Isaac Peck, Editor Back in 2017, when […] The post Appraisal Waivers: The Future is Here first appeared at Working RE Magazine.Appraiser News Editions – Working RE MagazineApr 21 2021
blankThe Effect of COVID-19 on Appraisal Volume New“One of the best courses that I have had in 17 years!” -Amy H >> OREP E&O ★★★★★ “They are knowledgeable, professional, and understand urgency.” – Joe Thweatt   Editor’s Note: This article is reprinted from Freddie Mac’s Single-Family division. The Effect of COVID-19 on Appraisal by Danny Wiley, Senior Director of Valuation for Single-Family […] The post The Effect of COVID-19 on Appraisal Volume first appeared at Working RE Magazine.Appraiser News Editions – Working RE MagazineApr 13 2021
blankInstitutional Memory and Appraiser Firms New“One of the best courses that I have had in 17 years!” -Amy H >> OREP E&O ★★★★★ “They are knowledgeable, professional, and understand urgency.” – Joe Thweatt   Editor’s Note: Take the NEW 2021 Appraiser Fee Survey online now at WorkingRE.com/2021survey. Institutional Memory and Appraiser Firms by Richard Hagar, SRA Institutional memory, having “old farts” […] The post Institutional Memory and Appraiser Firms first appeared at Working RE Magazine.Appraiser News Editions – Working RE MagazineMar 31 2021
McKissock
blankWhat Is an Appraisal? The Appraiser’s DefinitionThere’s often confusion around what is an appraisal and what isn’t. Let’s all agree right from the start: a standardized form like the Fannie Mae 1004/Freddie Mac Form 70 used by the mortgage industry is not an appraisal. The appraisal is the process that you, the appraiser, undertake and complete and then report its results […] The post What Is an Appraisal? The Appraiser’s Definition appeared first on McKissock Learning.Appraisal – McKissock LearningMay 14 2021
blankWhat ONE Appraisal Technology Tool Makes Your… NewTechnology is constantly changing the appraisal industry. Learning how to adopt—and adapt to—the new technologies can help you become more efficient and generate more income. But which tools are worth investing in? To find out, we asked real estate appraisers, “What ONE technology tool makes your life easier as an appraiser?” Keep reading to learn […] The post What ONE Appraisal Technology Tool Makes Your Life Easier? appeared first on McKissock Learning.Appraisal – McKissock LearningMay 11 2021
blankWhat’s Happening in New Home Construction and… NewResidential construction and new home sales have been making quite a few headlines lately. Keep reading to catch up on the latest stories and market data related to new home construction and sales. Plus, join us for a high-energy Pro-Series webinar on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, “Power to Prevail in 2021 and Beyond—New Residential Construction […] The post What’s Happening in New Home Construction and Sales? appeared first on McKissock Learning.Appraisal – McKissock LearningMay 07 2021
DSNews
blankMost Valuable Company: Claims Recovery Financial Services NewIn our latest Most Valuable Companies profile, executives from Claims Recovery Financial Services explain how the company has adapted to the new default and servicing landscape, utilizing its nationwide remote workforce. The post Most Valuable Company: Claims Recovery Financial Services appeared first on DSNews.Daily Dose – DSNewsMay 14 2021
blankForbearance Levels Improve, But Plan-Expirations Loom Large NewForbearance levels are looking better across the board as volume decreases for all types of mortgage loans, according to the weekly report from Black Knight. Keeping with the strong trend of early-month improvements, overall volumes dropped by 61,000 or 2.7%. Forbearance volumes for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fell by 13,000, or -1.9%. Federal Housing ... The post Forbearance Levels Improve, But Plan-Expirations Loom Large appeared first on DSNews.Daily Dose – DSNewsMay 14 2021
blankBorrowers Taking Advantage of More Lender Tech NewA new study finds that tech is becoming more accepted by borrowers, and that lenders are keeping pace in terms of adoption of new advances to streamline the homebuying process. The post Borrowers Taking Advantage of More Lender Tech appeared first on DSNews.Daily Dose – DSNewsMay 14 2021
HousingWire Real Estate
blankNew home sales battled scorching prices in… NewMortgage applications for new homes dropped 9% in April from March, however, overall applications are still up a whopping 30.8% year over year. The post New home sales battled scorching prices in April appeared first on HousingWire.Real Estate – HousingWireMay 13 2021
blankHow appraisers value homes in a hot…How do appraisers value a home in a market where prices are escalating rapidly – and where nearly two-thirds of listed homes faced bidding wars in March? HW+ Premium Content The post How appraisers value homes in a hot housing market appeared first on HousingWire.Real Estate – HousingWireMay 13 2021
blankCompass loses money, explores mortgageCompass is exploring either building a mortgage arm, buying a mortgage company or following the lead of other resi brokerages and entering into a JV. The post Compass loses money, explores mortgage appeared first on HousingWire.Real Estate – HousingWireMay 12 2021
Mortgage News Daily
blankUnderwriting, MLO Jobs; DPA, Non-QM, Customer Service… NewLet me start Friday with an apology… to Alaska. (I thought I saw an eye doctor on an Alaskan island, but it turned out to be an optical Aleutian.) Julie Moore (with Alaska USA Federal Credit Union) pointed out that, given my note yesterday about Jacksonville, FL being the largest city in the U.S., “While Jacksonville might be the largest city by geographic area in the contiguous United States, it is actually the fifth largest city in the entire United States. The first four largest cities, by geographic area in square miles are: Sitka, 4,811, Juneau, 3,254, Wrangell, 3,462, and…Pipeline PressMay 14 2021
blankMLO, Ops Jobs; Cross-Border Lending, Processing, Recruiting… NewPeople around the nation are “voting with their feet.” Illinois: Seven straight years of population declines. California: Losing population during a year for the first time in history. Do you ever think about the fact that one city, Shanghai, China, has more people living in it than every state besides California and Texas? (Area-wise, what is the largest city in the United States? That title goes to Jacksonville at 875 square miles, elevation 16 feet.) Did you know that over 80 percent of people who move stay in the same state? One wonders, if higher income people are leaving a…Pipeline PressMay 13 2021
blankMLO, AE Jobs; Lead Gen, Turn Time,… NewIs Better.com worth $7.7 billion, as indicated by the SPAC deal announced yesterday? I guess things are worth the price at which a willing buyer and seller transact. For comparison, the book value of Rocket is $34 billion, UWM $10.9 billion, Guild Mortgage $876 million. I mention Guild because of its acquisition news from yesterday, noted below. And I mention Rocket because of the UWM earnings call yesterday where CEO Mat Ishbia listed off the wholesaler’s accomplishments in the first quarter. UWM Holdings’ stock price, however, is trading near its all time low, its dividend yield is approaching 6 percent,…Pipeline PressMay 12 2021
MReport
blankChurchill Mortgage Promotes Company Veteran to VP… NewIn his new role, Grant McFarland, who has been with the company 10 years, will focus on processing, underwriting, and closing technologies. The post Churchill Mortgage Promotes Company Veteran to VP of Operations appeared first on theMReport.com.Daily Dose – theMReport.comMay 14 2021
blankDemand for All-Digital Mortgages Grows NewMore homebuyers are embracing tech tools in the home shopping and home search process, as lenders continue to take measures toward a fully electronic experience. The post Demand for All-Digital Mortgages Grows appeared first on theMReport.com.Daily Dose – theMReport.comMay 14 2021
blankHouse Hunters Face Increasing Competition NewThis homebuying season, it is not unusual for desirable properties to receive 20 or more bids, and the market shows no signs of cooling, according to agents. The post House Hunters Face Increasing Competition appeared first on theMReport.com.Daily Dose – theMReport.comMay 14 2021
Appraisal Institute
blankJudge Tosses CDC Eviction Moratorium, Puts Ruling…A federal judge on May 5 threw out the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s national moratorium on residential evictions, but agreed to hold the ruling while the government works to reverse the decision on appeal, Reuters reported. The judge said that a moratorium on evictions was not part of [...]appraisalinstitute.org NewsMay 12 2021
blankHospitality Sector Expected to Improve Over Summer… NewThe occupancy rate for hotel properties remains flat, but the sector is expected to pick up once consumers start traveling this summer, according to analytics firms STR and Trepp, MBA NewsLink reported May 4. The number of hospitality properties delinquent on their loans or in some form of forbearan [...]appraisalinstitute.org NewsMay 12 2021
blankProposed Real Estate Tax Could Hit Smaller…President Biden is seeking higher taxes on real estate transactions with gains of more than $500,000 — so-called 1031 exchanges where investors defer paying taxes on real estate by rolling profits into their next property — but experts worry about the effect on smaller investors, in particular, CNBC [...]appraisalinstitute.org NewsMay 12 2021
NAR
blankCOVID-19 Changes Assumptions in Calculating ValueProfessionals who work in commercial real estate—including investors, brokers, lenders, appraisers, and lawyers—need to understand the current value of assets.www.nar.realtor - Appraisal & ValuationApr 01 2021
blankAsk an AppraiserPeter Gallo, Chair of the NAR's Real Property Valuation Forum presents a live form featuring a panel of residential, commercial, and review appraisers.www.nar.realtor - Appraisal & ValuationMar 18 2021
blankImproving the Appraisal Process With Candy CookeThe appraisal process remains a challenge for real estate agents across the country. Learn some of the best ways to work with appraisers to make more deals.www.nar.realtor - Appraisal & ValuationMar 11 2021
Rob Chrisman
blankMay 15: Letters on the money supply… NewVendors and lenders, and for that matter every business that could, “turned on a dime” last year and converted workforces to being at home. Now, however, the process is reversing itself, to some extent, and with that comes hiccups. There’s this this short humorous video about life coming out of the pandemic. (Just page down […]Rob ChrismanMay 15 2021
blankMay 14: Underwriting, MLO jobs; DPA, non-QM,… NewLet me start Friday with an apology… to Alaska. (I thought I saw an eye doctor on an Alaskan island, but it turned out to be an optical Aleutian.) Julie Moore (with Alaska USA Federal Credit Union) pointed out that, given my note yesterday about Jacksonville, FL being the largest city in the U.S., “While […]Rob ChrismanMay 14 2021
blankMay 13: MLO, Ops jobs; cross-border lending,… NewPeople around the nation are “voting with their feet.” Illinois: Seven straight years of population declines. California: Losing population during a year for the first time in history. Do you ever think about the fact that one city, Shanghai, China, has more people living in it than every state besides California and Texas? (Area-wise, what […]Rob ChrismanMay 13 2021
NAHB
blankStrong Single-Family Permit Gains in MarchOver the three months of 2021, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 276,110. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is a 25.3% increase over the March 2020 level of 220,416. Year-to-date ending in March, single-family permits reported increases in all four regions. The relatively more affordable Midwest reported the strongest increase of 40.0%, followed by... Read More ›Eye On HousingMay 14 2021
blankBuilding Materials Prices Continue to Set Record…Prices paid for goods used in residential construction ex-energy rose 1.7% in April (not seasonally adjusted) and have increased 12.4% over the past 12 months, according to the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Building materials (i.e., inputs to residential construction less food and energy) prices have declined just twice since December 2019. The index... Read More ›Eye On HousingMay 13 2021
blankInflation from Economic Reopening is HereBoth headline inflation and core inflation jumped in April, reflecting strong consumer demand for products and services as the economy reopens from the COVID-19 recession. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 0.8% in April on a seasonally adjusted basis, after an increase of 0.6% in March. It marks the largest increase... Read More ›Eye On HousingMay 12 2021
Dustin Harris Blog
blankHow To Determine Time AdjustmentsI recently had a question come in from a follower regarding how to best make time adjustments in this crazy world of multiple offers and offers over list.  It was ... Read MoreBlog | The Appraiser CoachMay 11 2021
blankFannie Mae is Not Developing New Appraisal… NewDespite what rumors you may have heard, Fannie Mae is not coming out with any new appraisal forms.  Of course, I am playing with you a bit; they are coming ... Read MoreBlog | The Appraiser CoachMay 04 2021
blankCan You Be an Appraiser and an…It is possible to be simultaneously licensed and practicing as a real estate appraiser while also being a licensed and practicing real estate agent. The answer is yes, but there ... Read MoreBlog | The Appraiser CoachApr 27 2021
NAR - The Voice for Real Estate
NREP
blankWait.. Maybe it is a Bubble NewIs it a darn bubble or not? Most say no, but there seems to be some stuff going on that might suggest otherwise. Today we talk about a particular company that was going to to public, but retracted for an interesting reason. Does it point to something behind the scenes that suggests there may be […] The post Wait.. Maybe it is a Bubble appeared first on National Real Estate Post.National Real Estate PostMay 14 2021
blankMarch 2021 Hottest Market Ever NewCongratulations! You’ve all made history and were part of the hottest real estate market EVER! Yes, March 2021 was the hottest market ever and now we’re heading into the summer months which means, you guessed it, it’s going to get even hotter. Let’s hope some inventory comes to the scene and let’s hope even more […] The post March 2021 Hottest Market Ever appeared first on National Real Estate Post.National Real Estate PostMay 13 2021
blankOpendoor Offers Discounted Real Estate Services NewYep. Opendoor is now selling real estate the “traditional” way for 5% commission, which is what they are considering a “discounted fee”. Of course, slam all other Realtors saying they charge 6%, which we all know is not true in most areas. But to start offering traditional real estate listing agreements is an interesting move […] The post Opendoor Offers Discounted Real Estate Services appeared first on National Real Estate Post.National Real Estate PostMay 12 2021
RAC Blog
blankGetting to know RAC members Arnold Schwartz… Newby Sherry Kaley Arnold Schwartz, SRA, SCRP Once an Appraiser – Always an Appraiser Coming…Blog – RACApr 29 2021
blankGetting to know RAC members Mike Brubaker,… Newby Betsy Hughes Mike Brubaker, SRA Mike Brubaker is one of our newest members but…Blog – RACMar 14 2021
blankRAC member Jim Gargano lends relocation expertise… NewRelocation companies are expected to ramp relocation activities back up, but when they do, they’ll…Blog – RACFeb 17 2021
Calypso Blog
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