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Appraisers For Federal Government Foreclosure Prevention Program

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 01:34:00 -0500

The Federal Government recently allocated funds to fight foreclosures nationwide. How will that affect refinancing, house appraisals, and the requirements for appraisers and residential real estate appraisal requirements in light of measures to stop

Why Are Lender’s Shopping For an Appraiser?

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 15:12:56 -0500

It’s getting to the point being an appraiser in Las Vegas, Nevada where I don’t want to say anything to a potential client on the telephone. The questions about general market conditions always seem to become a 20 question probe, with the

Want to be on Antiques Roadshow?

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 02:00:40 -0500

I just read this article, “Taking my shot at Antiques Roadshow,” by Linda Odette; she talks about how she’s excited to learn the value of her items, but bummed to not get on the show. I love Antiques Roadshow, but I’m always

Real Estate Appraisals - Ten things most people just don't understand about them

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:40:50 -0500

By Mary Webber Most of us will have a real estate appraisal done at some point in our property-owning lives, and yet, as common as that experience is, there are many misconceptions about what an appraisal is, why one is needed, and how truly it refle

Choosing Your Real Estate Appraiser

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:27:20 -0500

If you have been thinking about purchasing a real estate property for personal use or as an investment, you’ll need to hire the services of a real estate investor. If you play to finance your home through a bank or other lender, you’ll more tha

New Law Enacted to End Influencing of Appraisers

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:49:00 -0500

A new law passed by the Connecticut General Assembly which took effect on July 1st seeks to end the undue influencing of real estate appraisals. House Bill 5577 (An Act Concerning Responsible Lending and Economic Security) was passed during the Febru

Price Remains King in Bonita Springs Real Estate

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 09:14:33 -0500

A Tale of Pricing Riverfront Gulf Access Homes Sometimes when homes don’t sell as fast as expected the homeowner becomes frustrated. The current state of the Bonita Springs real estate market has brought sales to some home sellers while other

10 Chracteristics Of A Great Realtor: If You Don’t Have These Skills You Are “Selling” Yourself Short

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:22:50 -0500

FoxBusiness.com published this deansguide article July 7, 2008 Please read this article then refer to this fantastic historical blast through Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 by Mike Wesch What do you do if you are ready to address a new prospect and the first thi

The School of Hard Knocks: Real Life Appraiser's Account of Mortgage Fraud and its Consequences

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:55:53 -0500

According to the USA Today story: Las Vegas called ‘mortgage fraud ground’ – “In recent years, there have been so many mortgage fraud cases, the bureau and local prosecutors have had to establish a special task force to combat the...

Another Reason to Price Your Property Properly

Wed, 21 May 2008 18:36:58 -0500

Wow, say that 3 times! Often forgotten about, the Appraiser plays an important role in the sale of a home.Before taking a listing a real estate agent will conduct a comparative market analysis on the property and present the information to the Seller

The Appraisal Over-Reaction!

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:49:59 -0500

Regulators are coming up with a proposal that will change some rules regarding appraisals as part of a settlement agreement between the Attorney General of New York, Fannie Mae, and the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (OFHEO). Altho

Six People You Should Have on Your Team Before Submitting an Offer

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:12:30 -0500

1. Local lawyer. Every buyer should talk with and retain a local lawyer before buying country property. This individual can provide invaluable knowledge and advice. An out-of-town buyer may want to have his local lawyer negotiate with the local selle

Selling Your Bonita Springs Home Three Times

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:16:56 -0500

Just Because You Don’t Like it Doesn’t Mean it’s Not True Bad news stinks. Nobody likes to hear it and nobody likes to read it. It is with great regret that I have to bring bad news to home owners that have decided to sell their

Are Lenders Redlining Entire Cities?

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:43:10 -0500

San Diego real estate buyers are struggling with a new lender penalty that amounts to the redlining of homes in San Diego County.

[itvt] Radio: PBS Celebrity, Gary Sohmers, on his Video Queue ITV Technology

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:24:29 -0500

In this recorded episode of [itvt]’s talk radio show, “The TV of Tomorrow Show with Tracy Swedlow,” Gary Sohmers, president and chairman of Interactive Meet and Greet Entertainment (IMAGE), discusses his company’s flagship Vi

Appraisals-Truth About Mortgage Property

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 21:38:00 -0500

Here is the cold, hard truth on valuations and what appraisers will NEVER tell you. Keep these points in mind on every loan you do.1. Cosmetic stuff such as paint, new carpets, window treatments, etc. do not increase appraised value, they only increa

How to sell country property in a crummy market

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:53:30 -0500

Many sellers today may feel quietly desperate. Recession is here; credit is tight; buyers are scarce; property is not moving. Real-estate gurus advise sellers to cut their prices, pay more of the closing costs and improve their properties, if only co

Bend appraiser calls for a bottom to the real estate market

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:19:27 -0600

Last week at the annual Central Oregon Forecast breakfast, local appraiser Dana Bratton, called for the market bottom out April 25th. Wow, that guy has guts! I’m not saying I disagree with him, but it takes a tremendous amount of chutzpah to mak

Discovering Foreclosure Investing Probabilities

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 16:35:16 -0600

As an real estate investor, you should always be on the lookout for property investing opportunities. Every once in awhile, these opportunities might come your way certainly, but for the most part, you must look for them. There is much more to fore

Real Estate - Many Points of View

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 05:56:10 -0600

In real estate the buyer and seller often have many differents points of view when it comes to transactions. There are some other points of view that come into play during a real estate transaction. Here are the various points of view: The