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On March 25, 2020, McKissock Learning hosted a webinar in which appraisers were able to hear directly from a Fannie Mae representative and ask questions regarding the temporary revisions to GSE appraisal requirements as a result of the coronavirus crisis. Watch the live recording…
As the National Association of REALTORS® released their first guidelines in response to the spread of COVID-19, one of their early recommendations was to leverage technology to continue conducting business, including promoting current listings. In an age of social distancing, one of the best…
Homeowners often want to know what will give them the biggest bang for their buck in terms of home renovations and improvement projects. We recently asked our appraisal community, “Which renovations generate the highest ROI in your market?” Most real estate appraisers agree that…
Do you ever face the task of appraising marijuana properties in your market? All of a sudden, land that is ripe for marijuana growing is looking pretty attractive, and buyers all over the U.S. are already scooping up big plots of land—some even making…
As the COVID-19 situation continues to unfold, users of appraisal services are continuing to issue updated guidance and information to appraisers. Fannie Mae issued an update to Lender Letter 2020-05 on March 31, 2020. For appraisers, probably the most significant revision to their guidance…
Lawsuits are a constant professional hazard for many real estate agents. These lawsuits are often instituted by buyers who find defects or other issues in the property they have purchased. However, defects are not the only reason buyers decide to sue. There are many other reasons. They…
Tired of competing with hybrid valuation products and dealing with low fees and unrealistic turn times? One solution may be to specialize in luxury real estate appraisal. We asked Jo Traut, appraisal curriculum and content specialist at McKissock Learning, to tell us all about…
Within the last several days, HUD/FHA and VA have both issued updated guidance for appraisers regarding appraisal scope of work and COVID-19. HUD issued Mortgagee Letter 2020-05 on March 27, 2020. On a temporary basis, appraisers are permitted to perform desktop or exterior-only inspection…
Do you feel like you do the work of five people? You spend way more time in the car than the typical commuter. You’re on the go so often that you find yourself eating out most of the time. When you’re at the office,…
As a real estate agent, it can be a big challenge to win over For-Sale-By-Owners and convince them to hire you as a listing agent. We consulted national real estate coach Sherri Johnson for expert advice on how to convert For-Sale-By-Owners (FSBOs). She shared some excellent…
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