When you’re considering buying a house, there are two sides to the story: the sellers asking price and the actual value of the property. This is where an appraiser steps in. What is the Job of an Appraiser? An appraiser’s job is to determine the current value of a property. Most of the… read more →
A small number of for-sale listings in many U.S. housing markets is contributing to appraisal problems for some home buyers. Bidding wars between eager buyers have become the norm over the past couple of years in markets with limited inventory, real-estate agents say. That’s one reason that 13% of existing… read more →
Thinking about refinancing? Before you do, put some time and effort — and some money too — into sprucing up. For anyone selling a home, sprucing up is a no-brainer. Repairs, upgrades, painting and landscaping can raise the sales price. But homeowners who are staying put and refinancing often don’t… read more →