Appraisers are trained and regulated to be independent unbiased third parties. Most appraisers are terrified to do anything that might suggest that they are biased. The appraisal board is no joke and implied negligence can cost an appraiser their career. This fear...
Look at your home from the street and make sure your curb appeal is maximized by a tidy yard, grass mowed, hedges trimmed clutter and toys put away. These are all small issues you can take care of quickly to make a good first impression. The same for the...
The physical inspection of the residential property being appraised can take approximately fifteen minutes to a couple hours, depending upon the size and complexity of the property. The onsite inspection is typically the easiest part of the process. After the initial...
It’s the appraiser’s job to be sure your roof meets minimum FHA standards. The appraiser is looking to see if there are signs that the roof leaks or allows moisture to enter the home. FHA also requires the roof to have a remaining physical life of at least two...
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