"How much will it cost, and how long will it take?” These two questions represent the chief concerns of most consumers in any market.
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Everyone involved in the appraisal process desires the process to work smoothly. But a routine appraisal is not the effort of the appraiser alone: it is a team effort between the appraiser, the property owner, and the lending institution.
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Lenders can hardly be blamed for wanting appraisals finished as soon as possible. Aside from the fact that no one enjoys long waits, lenders often need to please or pacify several interested parties involved in any given transaction, all of whom want to finalize their business quickly.
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When people try to estimate the value of a property, they normally think about the finishes on a house, or the tillable acres of a farm, or the demand for commercial buildings in a growing city.
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Whenever we are hired to appraise real estate under contract for purchase, we always ask our client to provide a copy of the contract or the major details of the transaction, like sale price, closing date, and the parties involved.
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One of our common projects here at Spurgeon Appraisals is the “final inspection” of a recently constructed house. While lenders typically have us perform appraisals on a property before construction begins, they often need us to return to the property
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If the appraiser is on the way, it’s usually because something important is happening. Whether it’s a purchase, refinance, divorce, or just estate planning, it is always preferred that the process be as professional and fast as possible. Being ready for the appraiser can save time. And time is money, after all.
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