Imagine you're sitting in your living room. You're looking out of your window, sipping your coffee as you contemplate the tasks you have scheduled for the day. You then notice a vehicle pull up slowly and stop in front of your house. You see the window roll down and the driver points some sort of … Continue reading Hi There! I’m Just Your Friendly Neighborhood Creeper
Tag: What Appraisers Do
Appraisers Don’t Care About Your “Stuff”
Image by user15285612 on Freepik When an appraiser is evaluating your home, you may feel like the value is a reflection of you as a person. It really isn't. From an appraiser's perspective, I'm looking at the overall condition and interior finishes throughout your home. Things like windows, walls, ceilings, floors, countertops, cabinetry, etc. I'm … Continue reading Appraisers Don’t Care About Your “Stuff”
Measuring Houses – What is the ANSI standard?
Image by cookie_studio on Freepik This is a helpful article explaining the change in measuring standards and why it can be confusing for homeowners and other real estate professionals, and challenging for appraisers. ANSI Square Footage Standards: What Agents and Appraisers Should Know
The Appraiser’s Role Isn’t To Kill Your Deal
Excellent article in the National Association of Realtor's Magazine. https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/sales-marketing/the-appraisers-role-isnt-to-kill-your-deal
Racial Bias In Real Estate Appraisal: Does It Matter if You’re Black or White?
Disclaimer: I know this is a very controversial subject. And the last place to wrestle with complex controversial things is online. Nevertheless, I wanted to share my thoughts about this subject with you, in hopes that you'll read it honestly. Even if in the end you disagree, I hope you'll read with an open mind … Continue reading Racial Bias In Real Estate Appraisal: Does It Matter if You’re Black or White?