How can Agents avoid Appraisers killing sales?

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...

First Day of Spring! Preserve Your Home’s Value

Spring is here and there are a few things on the “honey do list” that can be done to preserve your home’s value. Check these items off your list before the beautiful weather lures you off to play. Clean the gutters. Gutters direct water away from your foundation. If...

FHA Appraisals and Your Roof

  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...