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4 Reasons to Hire an Appraiser

November 1, 2019 by Appraisal Institute Staff

When considering appraisers, many people initially might think only of residential properties. However, valuation professionals can offer a broad range of services to both commercial and residential real estate clients.

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Filed Under: consumer appraisal information, home appraisals, residential appraisals

4 Ways Homebuyers and Sellers Can Challenge an Appraisal

September 24, 2019 by Appraisal Institute Staff

An appraisal is one of the key components of buying or selling a home, and if potential issues are found with that opinion of value, buyers and sellers have options.

Here are four tips to consider before challenging an appraisal:

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Filed Under: challenging appraisals, consumer appraisal information

4 Timely Landscaping Tips for Homeowners

June 11, 2019 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Landscaping Improvements blogLandscaping projects are popular at this time of year among many homeowners … especially those who enjoy hosting summer activities and gatherings.

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Filed Under: consumer appraisal information, landscaping and appraisal, landscaping and property values

4 Key Differences Between Assessed Value and Market Value

December 11, 2018 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Arrow Growth BlogHomebuyers and sellers may be familiar with the concept of assessed value and market value of properties. But while these values may seem similar, they differ in important ways. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Appraisers, consumer appraisal information, valuation careers

AI Shares Home Winterization Tips for Consumers

November 20, 2018 by Appraisal Institute Staff

JM WinterWith the winter season nearly upon us, the Appraisal Institute encourages homeowners to winterize their properties now to benefit from reduced household costs and to enhance comfort. [Read more…]

Filed Under: consumer appraisal information, home appraisals, Home Winterization Tips

AI Offers Paths to Success for Valuation Professionals

November 14, 2018 by Appraisal Institute Staff

blogIn its latest video, the Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, highlights what the organization has to offer to valuation professionals. [Read more…]

Filed Under: appraisal careers, Appraisal Insstitute designatons, Appraisal Institute Annual Meeting, Appraisal Institute Designations, consumer appraisal information

4 Key Differences Between Appraisals and AVMs, BPOs

August 30, 2018 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Home_Value1To help their customers, lenders might be tempted to choose a less time consuming – and potentially lower cost – real estate valuation method than an appraisal. But while alternative valuation options – such as automated valuation models and broker price opinions – might be cheaper, are they better? [Read more…]

Filed Under: consumer appraisal information, home appraisals, home inspections, residential appraisers

How an SRA Designation Can Enhance Appraisal Careers

August 23, 2018 by Appraisal Institute Staff

UntitledAn appraisal designation can potentially help an appraiser’s career become more lucrative. [Read more…]

Filed Under: appraisal careers, Appraisal Institute designation, Appraisal Institute Designations, consumer appraisal information, designations

5 Ways Homeowners Can Prepare for an Appraisal

July 13, 2018 by Appraisal Institute Staff

Preparing for a real estate appraisal shouldn’t be stressful for a homeowner. But whether the property is being refinanced or sold, understanding how to get ready for an appraiser’s visit is essential.Home_calculator [Read more…]

Filed Under: consumer appraisal information, home appraisals

4 Tips for Appealing Property Taxes

May 11, 2016 by Appraisal Institute Staff

As tax bills arrive this time of year, many consumers may find themselves thinking that property taxes are too high – and some research supports that sentiment. According to the National Taxpayers Union, a non-profit advocacy organization, 30 to 60 percent of properties in the U.S. are over-assessed.

For owners who decide to appeal their property taxes, it’s important to be sufficiently prepared.

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Filed Under: consumer appraisal information, property tax appeals

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