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3 Cons for Renovating Your Home Before an Appraisal
3 Cons for Renovating Your Home Before an Appraisal - Remodeling Is Expensive - Not All Projects Recoup Impressive Resale Value -...

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Aug 24, 2022


Important Parts of a Commercial Building to Appraise by Max Shafer
Being an appraiser is equal parts art and science. This can be especially true when appraising a commercial building. While there are...

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Aug 23, 2022


Should You Renovate Your Home Before an Appraisal? - - By Max Shafer
The United States has been in a home improvement boom since the onset of the pandemic, with homeowners looking for ways to improve their...

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Jul 20, 2022


6 trending remodeling ideas to improve home value:
- Gorgeous Slate Roofing - The Built-Out Closet - A Basement That Amazes - Windows To Stun Anyone - Updated Soffit Panels - Reimagining...

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Jul 20, 2022


When hiring an appraiser, what types of questions should I ask?
The lender is required to order the appraisal during the mortgage process. When an appraisal is not ordered for mortgage purposes and...

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Jun 29, 2022


How much should I expect to pay for a home appraisal?
There is no set fee for appraisal services. One must understand that appraisers and appraisal firms are independent businesses that have...

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Jun 29, 2022


Many factors can hurt a home appraisal!
Many factors can hurt a home appraisal, but deferred maintenance and repairs are the most common items. These include: • Visible mold...

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Jun 8, 2022


How does the Lender get a neutral appraiser?
Appraisers are bound by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), which was established to "promote and maintain...

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Jun 8, 2022


Innovators Mortgage Conference - MIC2022
I had an AMAZING time this year at the Innovators Mortgage Conference. So well organized and there was so much valuable information...

AAA AMC - AAA Appraisal Management Company
May 11, 2022


Congratulations to you all, you’ve made our @AAAAMC family very proud!
We are proud to share that 2 of our team members will be partaking in this year’s Future Leaders Program via the California MBA. Monica...

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Apr 27, 2022


What kinds of data do Appraisers use to determine a home’s value?
What kinds of data do Appraisers use to determine a home’s value? The typical data used in the appraisal process consists of property...

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Feb 25, 2022


What is the purpose of a home appraisal?
What is the purpose of a home appraisal? The purpose of an appraisal can be for many uses. Such as, taxation, litigation, estate...

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Feb 17, 2022


If the prices of nearby homes seem to be rising, should the value of my home appreciate too?
In general theory, yes. However, in reality there are many variables that can affect the change in market value of a property. Just...

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Feb 11, 2022


Do I have to get an appraisal when buying a house?
If the buyer is paying cash, an appraisal is not required. If there is a new mortgage being made to purchase the property, and that...

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Feb 3, 2022


Founder and CEO of AAA Appraisal Management Company LLC, Marlene Chaker sits down with Linn Cook fro
Founder and CEO of AAA Appraisal Management Company LLC, Marlene Chaker sits down with Linn Cook from the California MBA’s Diversity,...

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Dec 16, 2021


What happens if the appraisal price is higher than contract price?
Typically, the financing transaction moves forward. The appraisal is the property of the lender and is generally only shared with the...

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Dec 9, 2021


California MBA DE&I Podcast - Marlene Chaker, AAA Appraisal Management Company
It was an honor of mine to partake in the DE&I podcast series hosted by the gracious Linn Cook, OptifiNow. Linn thank you once more for...

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Nov 17, 2021


Does a Messy House affect an Appraisal?
Yes, a messy house will definitely affect an appraisal. First impressions matter! If your house is not well kept the Appraiser will not...

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Nov 4, 2021


How to prepare for a home appraisal?
Getting your home ready for an appraisal can be stressful. However, taking a few extra steps to make it look as great as you can, is a...

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Oct 26, 2021


How to Increase Your Home Appraisal Value?
In addition to presenting your home and property's appearance in a clean and tidy manner, ensuring all needed repairs are completed and...

AAA AMC - AAA Appraisal Management Company
Oct 11, 2021

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