Appraisal
Access appraisal tips, trends and other information to grow your career.
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Choosing the Right Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs): A Guide for Appraisers
Today a large percentage of residential real estate valuations are coordinated by appraisal management companies. For appraisers, working…
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What Are the Appraiser Independence Requirements?
The Appraiser Independence Requirements (AIR) were adopted by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac following complaints that Optigo lenders…
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Housing Market Shows Early Signs of Spring Thaw
Welcome to the March 2025 edition of The Full Measure, your guide to the housing economy tailored for…
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What Is a Drive-By Appraisal?
Property appraisals play a crucial role in determining the value of real estate, ensuring fairness and transparency in…
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Right-of-Way Appraisal: A Complex and In-Demand Niche
Right-of-way (ROW) appraisals are a highly complex and challenging niche within the real estate appraisal industry. If you’re…
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How to Become an Appraiser in Florida
Becoming a real estate appraiser is a great option, especially if you want to operate your own business,…
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The Full Measure: February 2025 Housing Market Snapshot for Appraisers
Welcome to the latest edition of The Full Measure, where we analyze the latest developments in the housing…
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s New Selling Guide Updates: What Appraisers Need to Know
Government-Sponsored enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac introduced significant updates to their selling and servicing guides in…
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The Full Measure: January 2025 Housing Market Insights for Appraisers
As real estate appraisers, we are tasked with accurately reflecting the complex reality of the market. The interplay…
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What is External Obsolescence in Real Estate Appraisal?
External obsolescence are factors affecting real property value due to external causes beyond the control of the property…
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What is the Cost Approach to Real Estate Appraisal?
The cost approach to real estate appraisal considers the cost to replace the subject property from the ground…
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The Sales Comparison Approach: A Cornerstone of Real Estate Appraisal
The sales comparison approach is one of the most critical tools in the real estate appraiser’s toolkit. It…
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