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How Seasonal Changes Can Affect Your Home’s Appraisal Value
When you're preparing to sell or refinance your home, one of the most critical aspects of the process is understanding how the home's...
Laura Cade
Jan 165 min read
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How Appraisers Use the Cost Approach to Value a Property
When it comes to determining the value of a property, real estate appraisers use several methods, with the cost approach  being one of...
Laura Cade
Jan 154 min read
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The Role of Real Estate Appraisals in Power of Sale in Canada
In the Canadian real estate market, a "Power of Sale" is a legal process that allows a lender or mortgage holder to sell a property in...
Laura Cade
Dec 27, 20246 min read
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Why an Appraisal Isn’t the Same as a Market Analysis
When it comes to buying, selling, or refinancing a home, understanding the value of the property is one of the most critical aspects of...
Laura Cade
Dec 24, 20246 min read
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How Real Estate Appraisers Handle Unique or Custom Homes
When it comes to real estate appraisals, the process can be relatively straightforward for standard, cookie-cutter homes that are similar...
Laura Cade
Dec 21, 20246 min read
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What Is a Drive-By Appraisal and When Is It Used?
In the world of real estate, appraisals play a critical role in determining the market value of a property. When purchasing, refinancing,...
Laura Cade
Dec 20, 20246 min read
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Why Your Home’s Appraisal Might Come In Lower Than Expected: Common Reasons and What to Do
When you're buying, selling, or refinancing a home, one of the key steps in the process is the real estate appraisal . A home appraisal...
Laura Cade
Dec 2, 20245 min read
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Top Mistakes to Avoid During a Home Appraisal: A Guide for Homeowners and Sellers
When it comes to buying, selling, or refinancing a home, the home appraisal  is a critical step in the process. The appraisal determines...
Laura Cade
Nov 27, 20245 min read
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How Long Does a Real Estate Appraisal Take? Everything You Need to Know
When buying, selling, or refinancing a home, one of the key steps in the process is the real estate appraisal . Appraisals are crucial...
Laura Cade
Nov 26, 20244 min read
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How to Accurately Determine Your Home’s Market Value Before Selling
Before putting your home on the market, understanding its true value is crucial to setting the right asking price. Pricing your home...
Laura Cade
Nov 20, 20244 min read
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What to Expect During a Real Estate Appraisal: A Homeowner’s Guide
If you're selling your home or refinancing, a real estate appraisal is likely in your future. Understanding what happens during an...
Laura Cade
Nov 19, 20244 min read
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Real Estate Appraisal Myths Debunked: What Homeowners Should Know
When it comes to real estate appraisals, homeowners often encounter many misconceptions. Understanding what appraisals are truly about...
Laura Cade
Nov 18, 20244 min read
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Understanding the Appraisal Process for New Construction Homes
When buying a new construction home, one of the most important steps in the purchasing process is the appraisal. An appraisal determines...
Laura Cade
Nov 16, 20244 min read
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Top Questions to Ask Your Real Estate Appraiser Before Hiring
When it comes to determining the value of your home, hiring a qualified real estate appraiser is an essential step in the process....
Laura Cade
Nov 13, 20244 min read
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Top 5 Factors That Affect Property Appraisals and How to Maximize Your Home’s Value
When selling your home or refinancing, an accurate appraisal is essential for securing a favorable sale price or loan terms. An appraiser...
Laura Cade
Nov 11, 20243 min read
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Strategies for Profitable Assemblage and Plottage
In the world of real estate investment, there are two key concepts that can lead to lucrative opportunities and substantial returns:...
Laura Cade
Feb 26, 20243 min read
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Real Estate Appraisal Costs: The Variables That Drive Pricing Disparities
In the intricate world of real estate, property appraisals play a pivotal role in determining the value of a home. While many homeowners...
Laura Cade
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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The Critical Role of Purchase and Sales Agreements in Appraisal Reports and Fraud Prevention
In the world of real estate appraisals, scrutinizing purchase and sales agreements along with prior sales is more than just a...
Laura Cade
Feb 12, 20242 min read
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The Transformation of Raw Agricultural Land to Developed Land with Single Family Dwellings
In today's ever-expanding urban landscape, the transformation of raw agricultural land into developed land with single family dwellings...
Laura Cade
Feb 1, 20243 min read
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Understanding CUSPAP: Navigating Stand-Alone Home Inspections Amidst Extraordinary Limiting Conditions
The Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice, commonly referred to as CUSPAP, serves as the guiding framework for...
Laura Cade
Jan 29, 20242 min read
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