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Bank Appraisals vs. Private Appraisals...What Makes the Most Cents?

It Has To Be Possible & Most Probable!

3 Ways To Cope With Revision Requests

So You Qualify For A PIW...Now What?

Recently Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have begun offering PIW's (Property Inspection Waivers) to certain borrowers under certain...

Are Appraisers Still Necessary?

Over the years there have always been some who lack appreciation for real estate appraisers. When an appraiser appraises a property at or...

How Values Increase The Right Way

Several weeks ago I was appraising a property that had been extensively updated. Since it was updated extensively using very good...

Neighborhood Housing Trends

In most appraisal reports there is a section that describes neighborhood trends. Many times you will see boxes like the ones above. These...

Are Finished Basements Living Area?

The answer to that question likely depends on the person answering the question. Many homes have basements that are finished to such a...

Artisan From Northern California

If you looking for artistic peices that are made with excellent craftsmanship and a careful touch that will enhance the beauty of your...

Why the name Aspen Appraisals?

This has been my company name since 2000. Since I am located in Brecksville, Ohio, some have asked why I chose Aspen Appraisal Services...

How Adjustments Are Derived

There are many different ways to derive adjustments from the market. There is not a single way that works all of the time. The...

How to Build Equity in Your Home

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Bank Appraisals vs. Private Appraisals...What Makes the Most Cents?

It Has To Be Possible & Most Probable!

3 Ways To Cope With Revision Requests

How Land Value Contributes to Your Home’s Market Value

How Many Times Would You Like to Pay for That Basement?

Don't Shoot The Messenger

Don't Be Steered! Three Areas of Caution

8 Steps To Help Minimize Appraisal Errors

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