From the category archives:

Builders

Tax ReVal – What Else Can You Do?

February 2, 2011

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Tax ReVal – Disputing the Value

January 31, 2011

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Tax ReVal – Mecklenburg and Beyond

January 27, 2011

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Housing Prices vs. Sales

May 25, 2010

The news, both locally and nationally, has been upbeat on housing recently. The stimulus packages from the feds has brought some welcome relief to the market, however they have expired. Now we look to see what will happen.

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The Cost Approach

April 27, 2010

The Cost Approach is the second approach an Appraiser can use in making a determination of value. There are two ways to determine the cost: reproduction cost or replacement cost. Reproduction is the exact replication of the house using the same materials, etc. Replacement is the cost to replace the house using today’s materials, etc less accrued depreciation.

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Appraisals vs. AVM’s

March 31, 2010

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What’s on Your Mind?

March 20, 2010

I know, I know…. another Survey!! This time however it is for You. A SHORT one I promise!! We truly want to know… what do you want to talk about, what information do you want to see included, how can we assist you, etc. We want you coming back. How better to do that than [...]

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House Measurements Do’s and Don’ts!!

March 19, 2010

One of several questions asked about earlier posts is: What guidelines do Appraisers follow to measure a house? The short answer: ANSI Standard for Measuring Houses. For the sake of brevity, we’ll limit the Standard to typical residential properties. If you want to see the complete Standard, please click here to go to a download source. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) developed Standard Z765-1996 to make a uniform method of [...]

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Appraisal Management Companies (AMC)

March 2, 2010

Appraisal Management Companies (AMC) are being hotly debated across all real estate professional lines. I don’t see that there is anything I can add to the debate. The sides have their pros and cons. To me it’s a classic scenario of government vs. industry…. need I say more? I have my own opinions of the way(s) the rules were changed and the value(s) these [...]

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On a Personal Note

February 25, 2010

Today would have been my Dad’s 84th birthday, unfortunately he died two days after his 78th birthday. This week every year hits me square in the head and makes me think about life. I’m sure you’re asking yourself what this has to do with real estate or appraising or for that matter anything concerning the Charlotte [...]