Crazy Appraisal Stories From The Front Lines!
The home appraisal profession is not often considered a dangerous job. Most appraisers can be in and out of a client's home within just a few hours. Other than a messy house, the work usually goes off without a hitch. Well, if that's been your experience, consider yourself lucky because we've decided to gather some of the most hilarious and totally off-the-wall stories we've ever heard in the business. If you've got stories to share, go ahead and email us and we'll compile another post dedicated to crazy appraisal stories. Home Appraisal In Anchorage, Alaska Goes Wild Many years ago,
Why Appraisal Reports Have Flood Maps
The devastation brought on by Hurricane Sandy is going to cost the government billions. From restoring power to rescheduling most major flights, not to mention the personal loss of people's homes and belongings -- all this is a big undertaking. Many residents of homes in flood prone zones don’t always take the necessary precautions when it comes to living in a high-risk home. Of course, no one wants to consider the worst, but as we have all seen, floods are a real threat. So going forward, especially for home owners in coastal regions, what can home buyers and sellers do
The Secret Of A 48-Hour Home Appraisal Makeover
We love success stories for home buyers and sellers. When someone gets a low figure for their home and finds ways to fix up some of the issues and sell for a better rate, we are overjoyed. The housing market is confusing enough as it is, so when we hear good news we share it. A recent ABC News report stated that the housing market median home prices have risen since last July. This is great news for the millions of U.S. citizens with their homes on the market. The better news is that the program also offered a 48-hour
Kanye West And Kim Kardashian House Hunt
Photographers caught love birds Kim and Kanye in Miami, Florida recently. This wasn't a regular lunch date for the two, in fact, it seems that they were house hunting for their next dream house. As you can imagine, the duo were not looking for fixer-uppers. Instead, they were looking at ritzy waterfront properties with lots of space to fit their extensive shoe and fashion collections. It is well known that Kanye has well-over 200 pairs of sneakers. And of course, Kim will want to invite the Kardashian clan over and Kanye will probably want a recording studio. Kim Kardashian and
The What, How And Why Of A Bankruptcy Appraisal
If you are filing for bankruptcy, getting a bankruptcy appraisal may be one of the most important things you do. Filing for bankruptcy as a means to control of your finances is a difficult, yet sometimes necessary procedure. When you file, you must provide the court with transparent records of your income, debt and any other financial affiliations. While gathering current bills, collections statements and bank statements may not be so complicated, providing the value of your home is trickier. There are several types of bankruptcy filings. Briefly, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy stipulates that the debtor prepare a repayment plan with creditors, and a Chapter 7 states that
Should A Cash Buyer Get An Appraisal?
We received a call from a prospective client who asked about whether or not an appraisal was needed if she were a cash buyer. She went on to say that the price she was quoted by the homeowner seemed reasonable since her friend had purchased a house nearby for just about the same amount. However, she stated that she had not seen her friend's home yet and the square footage and number of rooms could not be determined. This means that her friend's home cannot be used as a valid comparable. Now, whether someone paying for their home with cash
Divorce Appraisal: The Basics
It's an unfortunate time when you are going through a divorce. Whether it is amicable or challenging, there are several things that need to be divided. A division of property (or properties) is often on top of the priority list for divorcing couples. But where do you even begin? You must begin with a professional divorce appraisal. This is mandatory because a judge cannot simply determine how much any home is worth on a whim or based on the testimony of either spouse. This is a legal procedure and must be done correctly. Either your attorney knows a local appraisal
Is A DIY Appraisal A Good Idea?
There are a great many online sites that allow you to check out how much homes in your area are worth. This makes it easy for the average person to feel like they can appraise their own home. While a DIY appraisal may seem like a cost efficient way to do things, there are a great many mistakes that can be made, and this can endanger a home sale. What are some reasons for researching comp sales on your own? You want to investigate what the current market is like You're buying a home and want to feel confident that
Reasons For Getting A Home Appraisal
Most people think that the only reason to get a home appraisal is because they are refinancing or financing a purchase of a home. There are actually a host of other reasons too. An appraiser is always a valuable third party correspondent in many other circumstances. Here are some examples where an appraisal may come in handy: Selling or Buying(Without Financing): This is one of the most common requests. Get an unbiased opinion of value from a certified appraiser who values homes for a living and does not have an interest in your home appraising too high or too low. Realtors do
Do Celebs Get Premium Prices On Their Homes?
Recently, real estate agent Barbara Cocoran went on the Today Show to discuss real estate pricing for the rich and famous. The high end market of celebrity real estate is not like regular real estate, not even compared to millionaires who own mansions in exclusive neighborhoods. According to Cocoran, buyers pay a premium prices on homes that have been own by stars. There are several examples of celebs asking for premium rates on their homes. One such example is Alicia Keys and her husband, Swizz Beats. They own an apartment in New York City and recently put it on the
