In-person appraisals can cost up to $2000. If this amount is not within your budget, you could order an electronic appraisal. Electronic appraiser software is available online. Each of these electronic appraisers charges a low-cost fee. Unlike in-person appraisals, you receive the results immediately. ...read more
Real estate appraisers provide services for mortgage companies, real estate firms and homeowners. These appraisals establish approved mortgage loan amounts and the listing prices. According to the United States Department of Labor, real estate appraisers earn $64,000 each year. ...read more
A commercial appraiser estimates the value of commercial property. Mortgage lending companies, investment and real estate companies, and business owners and individuals rely on the services of commercial appraisers to obtain reports and estimates of the market values of their properties. Commercial land appraisers must be certified to practice. ...read more
Inspectors and appraisers are responsible for determining how much your home is worth. Most appraisers or inspectors work for an appraisal firm. They make detailed reports about the quality and age of your property. Appraisers and inspectors then take all the information and enter it into a database to help them determine the final value. ...read more
Whether you are purchasing a new home, applying for a mortgage loan or selling your home, you will need an appraisal on the home. Getting an appraisal is a standard practice required in many states. What does an appraiser look for when determining your home̢۪s value? Here are the criteria for home appraisals. ...read more
When it comes to buying or selling a home, the square footage is important. Real estate appraisers measure the square footage to determine the value of a home. The square footage will always have value when the upgraded appliances do not. You can take a look at the steps a real estate appraiser uses to measure square footage. ...read more
The cliched saying in real estate is "Now is the time to buy...." Well, now really is "the Time to Buy" here in Ocean City, Maryland. Interest rates are at historic lows and inventory (condos and homes for sale) are at all time highs. This sets the climate ready for you to invest in a beach getaway, while you (the buyer) are in a position of strenghth. What better time is there for you to get the process under way? It's a great thought if you vision yourself sitting on your balcony watching the waves crash on the beach....seagulls squaking in the background..and enjoying a nice lemonade (spiked, or not?). Ahhh, the beach....come and join us. ...read more
By Jay Wise Prudential Carruthers Realtors March 19, 2008
How many of you are not ashamed to say this or whatever holiday greeting your faith observes. Be proud of your religion, ethnicity, and culture and respect others, but please don't be offended when a greeting is sent your way. GOD Bless you all. Jay www.awisemove.net ...read more
By Jay Wise Prudential Carruthers Realtors December 04, 2007
Come down for your first visit or return for your 101st visit? All the fun you could ever imagine awaits in our wonderful resort. If you have any questions about where to stay , when to come, where to go GIMME a ring...I'm your Ocean City resource! See you soon - Jay www.awisemove.net ...read more
By Jay Wise Prudential Carruthers Realtors August 13, 2007