2019 is in the books and we have already begun 2020. From an appraisal perspective, 2019 was a year of change for me. I am in a completely different place then where I was at the beginning of the year. I left a large valuation firm to start my own enterprise while also partnering withContinue reading “My 2019, A year in Review”
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Why should a seller get a home appraisal prior to settling on a listing price?
Written by Woody Fincham, SRA, AI-RRS, RAA, RAC This blog originally was written for and posted over at https://www.consumerhomevalue.com/ . Gynell Vestal authors and posts lots of great items over on her site. Many real estate appraisers provide pre-listing appraisal reports for sellers. Having an appraisal done is an investment that can help save you from overpricingContinue reading “Why should a seller get a home appraisal prior to settling on a listing price?”
Knowing Green Can Save You Green
Liability Headaches Real estate practice, both valuation and brokerage, are professions that are open season for law suits. Let’s face it, consumers can be very litigious in many situations. Reducing liability is something we should all try to do in our professional work. But outside of decreasing liability, what agents do, as well as appraisers,Continue reading “Knowing Green Can Save You Green”
Moving to a New Market
I have seen several folks on social media asking what it takes to pick up stakes and move to a new market. I am surprised at the advice and lack of GSE and FHA/USDA understanding out there regarding such a thing. While Fannie Mae, Freddie MAC, FHA and USDA do not prohibit an appraiserContinue reading “Moving to a New Market”
The Queen of Green
July 6, 2018 Sandra K. Adomatis, SRA, LEED Green Associate, NAR GREEN Designee has been a meaningful member of the valuation profession for many years. I first met Sandy when I was taking the last class and demonstration alternative for my SRA designation. Sandy was the facilitator for that week. I was immediately impressedContinue reading “The Queen of Green”
Real estate Agents and Appraisers
Real Estate Agents and Appraisers July 5, 2018 Woody Fincham, SRA, AI-RRS, Member of RAC I live in a wonderful community. I love Charlottesville, VA. We got some bad press last year because of a bunch of outsiders using our community as a match to set off a flame. This area has a veryContinue reading “Real estate Agents and Appraisers”
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