Housing Wire

JUNE 22, 2021

These are the words real estate agents use when asked to describe the current state of the market and what it’s like to buy a home today. Real estate agents cited a lack of inventory as the main hurdle preventing their clients from completing a transaction, according to the National Association of Realtors.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. Buyers “are waiving inspections, an appraisal contingency, and the latest trend is to pay closing costs usually done by the seller.” Kansas City, Missouri. One kid will give $4 instead of $1.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 17, 2021

Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. These clients have either made money in cryptocurrency and are spending it on a home, the agent explained, or see the rapidly escalating real estate market as another hot investment. “In

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Our way of honoring first responders is by educating our podcast listeners, readers and coaching clients in the real estate industry about how to help those who helped all of us and are still being of service every day. One of the best ways to help first responders is to be of service yourself, as a professional real estate advisor.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2021

Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their market. Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis. Local markets spotlights 5 different areas across the country, showcasing what is uniquely happening in those housing markets.

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Housing Wire

MAY 28, 2021

The mortgage industry continues to evolve with new technology coming in to better serve mortgage lenders, real estate agents, service providers, appraisal management companies and others, so taking compliance into consideration is key. Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

At Mayer Brown, Kully advises clients in the consumer financial services and real estate settlement services industries in connection with federal and state consumer protection, licensing, and practice requirements. Below, Kully answers questions about the industry: HousingWire: To start off, what is your current favorite HW+ article?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 28, 2021

This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. By the fall, real estate agents in Boise, Idaho were passing around a video they didn’t like but couldn’t resist watching. But home sales or real estate prices dropping may not be in the cards. “We Boise is in a full-fledged housing crash!”

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The real estate market has shifted, and we are in a new housing paradigm. It is always good to know where we are with the real estate market, but it is essential to keep all data in historical perspective. . Mortgage interest rates have risen quickly in the past few months further eroding affordability.

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Realty Biz

OCTOBER 20, 2023

However, amidst the excitement of finding the perfect property, there's a crucial step that many homebuyers might overlook or not fully understand - the home appraisal. In this article, we will take a closer look at why homebuyers might need a home appraisal and how this process can play a pivotal role in the real estate transaction.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 29, 2021

This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. To that end, Berneman’s Nashville-headquartered company recently launched a portal that allows real estate professionals and their clients to keep track of the title process. This article was first featured in the Dec/Jan HousingWire Magazine issue.

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Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

We all know how the world spins, and there’s big money in real estate. Buyers, investors, sellers, and the go-between, real estate agents, brokers, appraisers, etc., The value homeowners and property buyers possess is crystal clear: real estate and money. Now comes the real challenge!

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HomeLight

AUGUST 21, 2023

It’s natural to feel uneasy when the home appraiser shows up at your house. After all, there’s a lot riding on your home’s appraised value. If your appraisal comes out lower than you planned, it could end up delaying or disrupting your home’s sale. What’s the purpose of a home appraisal? Who is the appraiser?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2022

News just broke that private equity investor LLR Partners announced strategic investments in two mortgage technology companies — Mortgage Coach and Sales Boomerang ( click here for article ). This isn’t a new story in mortgage lending or real estate brokerage. Real estate is local. In 2016 LLR led a $26.5

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Are you just getting started as a new appraiser? According to our most recent Appraisal Income Guide, appraisers who excel at obtaining new clients and soliciting business earn over $47,000 more per year than appraisers who fail in this area. Attend real estate meetings. National Appraisers Forum ).

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McKissock

MAY 10, 2023

If you’re a licensed trainee entering the appraisal business, finding a supervisor can be a challenge. Many real estate appraisers don’t have the time to mentor a beginner. Older appraisers will often want to keep the business alive, and thus will be glad to train a successor. However, this is a “greying” business.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Ready to begin a flexible, fulfilling career in real estate in the Sunshine state? We’ll help you find the best real estate schools in Florida to complete the required 63 hours of study. We’ve thoroughly researched countless online real estate schools in Florida. out of 5. out of 5. out of 5.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 8, 2021

In this article, we break down exactly what closing costs are so you’re prepared when you start shopping for a home: What are closing costs? This includes courier fees, underwriting fees, appraisal costs, administrative fees, etc. More for Real Estate Enthusiasts. Loan Origination Fee. Application Fee.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 7, 2022

Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. There’s been a real surge in life sciences and biotech,” said Ross Clark, a Compass agent based in San Diego’s tony La Jolla neighborhood. San Diego, California. As the overall U.S.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Interested in appraising green homes? If you want to become a specialist in this growing appraisal niche, an important step is to make sure you understand the prevalence of green homes in the global and local real estate markets. Download this free ebook to learn the ins and outs of green home appraising.

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McKissock

MAY 26, 2023

How can you bolster your appraisal business during a slow real estate market? This month we asked our appraisal community, “What’s the BEST way to survive a slow market as an appraiser?” What’s the BEST way to survive a slow real estate market? Want to share your opinion?

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

This article was written for FinLedger, HW Media’s new fintech focused news brand designed specifically for financial services professionals in banking, payments, insurance and proptech. Virtual appraisals. Register for the FinLedger Daily Newsletter. Technology-induced innovation is the ethos of the proptech industry.

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McKissock

MAY 13, 2022

How do you stay up-to-date on the latest appraisal news and trends? They’re also entertaining and super convenient since you can stream them during your morning commute or while you’re driving to appraisal appointments. Whether you listen in your car or at your desk, here are seven excellent appraisal podcasts to check out.

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Point2Homes

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Home appraisals are a vital part of most real estate transactions — and it doesn’t matter if you’re planning on selling your home or purchasing one first. Either way, you’re going to encounter a home appraisal contingency at some point. Note that a home appraisal and home inspection are not the same things.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Wondering how to get a real estate license in Ohio in 2024? Your path to real estate licensure begins with 120 hours of classes in an approved Ohio real estate license education program. How long does it take to get a real estate license in Ohio?

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McKissock

MAY 15, 2023

Thinking about starting an appraisal business? If you’re already a fully licensed and accredited real estate appraiser, chances are you have already been working with a more experienced appraiser. Depending on circumstances, the costs of starting an appraisal business can range from fairly high to very low.

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Bias in real estate appraisals is an unfortunate reality that many marginalized communities and people of color continue to deal with to this day. A 2020 study based on 12 million appraisals found that the racial composition of a neighborhood shaped housing values far more in 2015, and than in the 1980s. In fact, 12.5%

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McKissock

AUGUST 3, 2021

Building a successful appraisal team means considering your business strategy and your corporate culture, and hiring accordingly. Some appraisers look for associates who specialize in certain areas of the appraisal business when adding someone to the team. Team-building tips from top appraisers.

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McKissock

JULY 11, 2022

In residential appraising, the cost approach and the income approach have in many cases become less utilized in favor of sole reliance on the sales comparison approach. Harrison, in the Fall 2006 issue of his Real Estate Valuation Magazine Online, included an article titled “Let’s Resuscitate the Cost Approach.”

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Many Massachusetts real estate schools offer online courses. After completing an approved course of study, you’ll be able to sit the state real estate exam. Vetted by HousingWire | Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2023

A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS). Read on for more appraisal news.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 22, 2022

The Appraisal Gap Coverage Guarantee Explained. In the current real estate market, many property buyers choose to finance their purchases. When you have a cash buyer there is no worry about a buyer procuring financing and going through the appraisal process. How Does the Appraisal Work. The Appraisal Gap Explained.

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McKissock Real Estate

MARCH 3, 2023

A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS). Read on for more appraisal news.

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 1, 2022

If you’re new to the world of real estate, the term “CMA” might be a little confusing. The article below explains what a CMA is, how it works, and how it differs from an official appraisal. What’s the difference between a CMA vs. an appraisal? The bottom line on CMAs in real estate.

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McKissock

APRIL 2, 2021

of homes sold above list price in March, with San Jose, Sacramento, and Salt Lake City among the top real estate markets driving the all-time high. The Appraiser Coach) writes that Fannie Mae is not coming out with any new appraisal forms. Read on for the latest in appraisal news. Read the full article here.

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Realty Biz

APRIL 8, 2021

Understanding Comps in Real Estate Sales. Do you know what are real estate comparables? Many people, including real estate agents and appraisers, use the Multiple Listing Services or MLS to determine the right price for both the seller and future buyers. How Do Real Estate Comparables Work?

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

MARCH 28, 2023

Unless you’re in the process of buying, selling, or refinancing a house, real estate appraisals aren’t something most people think about all that often. So the recent news that Fannie Mae will no longer be requiring appraisals probably isn’t something you’ve heard about.

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