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Is your dad or grandfather a real estate appraiser? When you’re out shopping for Father’s Day gifts this year, keep in mind that property appraisers tend to work long hours, spend lots of time in the car, and many of them own their own…
Lead generation makes up a huge part of each day for most real estate agents. Many swear by cold calling or door knocking or spend money on paid advertising to ensure a steady flow of new clients. However, these cold leads take more time to convince…
I recently received an email from a student asking about the FHA requirements of HUD Handbook 4000.1. Specifically, the student wanted to know if FHA still automatically requires a cost approach on houses that are less than one year old, and also if FHA…
In order to become a licensed appraiser, most states require you to become an appraisal trainee and obtain a number of hours of experience before you can appraise on your own. Many states have different titles for trainees, such as apprentice appraiser or registered…
You might not have a lot of time to stay current with real estate news, but don’t worry—we do! Each month we curate the most valuable real estate links so you can stay up-to-date while you grow your real estate career. Read: This article…
LinkedIn offers myriad ways to grow your professional network and connect with potential clients online. It’s a great place to connect with industry colleagues, showcase your resume and accomplishments, and, of course, promote your business. Whether you’re a real estate appraiser or another type…
With social media becoming more prevalent in digital marketing, people are turning to video to find new ways to drive clients to their sites. A clear cover video for your social networks or website is an easy (and highly effective) way to introduce yourself…
It was predicted last year that the new tax laws in the US, limiting deductions on mortgage interest and property tax, would cause a slowdown in the overall real estate market. However, it would seem that they have had very little effect. According to…
via GIPHY Congratulations! You’ve passed your real estate exam. As a new addition to the large network of real estate professionals currently working to aid buyers and sellers through the process, there are a few logical next steps to take after completing your…
In an appraisal assignment, a hypothetical condition is used when a property is appraised under a condition that is contrary to what is known by the appraiser to exist on the effective date of the assignment results. If a hypothetical condition is not properly…
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