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What Is a VA Appraisal?

So, you’ve been hired to appraise a property for a veteran using their VA loan, but you aren’t sure how this appraisal differs from a standard one. You’re in the right place! While VA appraisals follow the same process as a standard property appraisal, there are a few details appraisers can look out for, namely MRPs. M-R-What, you may ask? Let’s break it down!  

July 24, 2024 Read more

Appraisal

What Is Gross Living Area?

If you’re a new appraiser, it might be news to learn that there is more than one way to measure a home and its livable spaces — not just square footage! Let's walk through gross living area (GLA) and when it's used in a residential property appraisal.

July 22, 2024 Read more

Appraisal

Ebook: How to Gain Experience as a Trainee Appraiser

Gaining real-world experience is crucial for success as an appraiser. But how do you get started? This ebook is your essential guide to earning experience and becoming a licensed, successful appraiser. 

July 19, 2024 Read more

Appraisal

5 Reasons to Mentor a Trainee Appraiser

If you’re a certified real property appraiser and you’re considering mentoring a trainee appraiser, you might wonder: Is this a good idea for my business?  The short answer – yes! Here are 5 reasons why it’s great to become a mentor. 

June 27, 2024 Read more

Appraisal

Understanding Appraiser Independence Requirements  

No one wants an appraiser who can be bought off or persuaded in their valuation processes. That’s why in 2023, Fannie Mae Freddie Mac imposed new requirements to help strengthen the existing Appraiser Independence Requirements (AIR). Here’s everything you need to know to stay up-to-date and unbiased! 

June 19, 2024 Read more

Real Estate

NAR's Ethics Requirement

NAR requires agents to take an ethics course to make sure they are well educated on the ethical and legal dilemmas they may experience in their daily business. This includes being well versed in the standards of practice that coincide with an agent’s duties to Clients and Customers, The Public, and Other REALTORS®

June 13, 2024 Read more

Mortgage

What is a Mortgage Broker?

Taking a page from Goldilocks, a mortgage broker helps match a borrower, seeking the ideal home loan, with a lender offering the type of loan that’s just right. Of course, mortgage brokers handle many other tasks when working with clients. So, let’s get to know the matchmakers of mortgage.

May 29, 2024 Read more

Real Estate

How To Get Your Real Estate License in DC

Discover How to Become a DC Real Estate Agent in 5 Simple Steps

May 23, 2024 Read more

Real Estate

The 3 Outdoor Landscaping Projects With the Highest ROI

Many homeowners want a lush, beautiful yard, but some landscaping projects don’t pay off at resale. Let’s take a look at the projects with the highest ROI.

May 23, 2024 Read more

Real Estate

5 People You’ll Meet as a First-Time Homebuyer

For many first-time buyers, navigating the real estate industry can feel overwhelming, but the more you learn about the process, the better prepared you’ll be.

May 23, 2024 Read more

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