Discover the driving forces behind the thriving North Texas real estate market! In this blog post, we unravel the key nuances that influence property values, demand, and trends. Whether you're a homeowner, buyer, or investor, understanding these factors is essential for making informed decisions in this dynamic and competitive housing landscape.

(Adopted from the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) for the Marine Industry and Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), (2016-2017 Edition). Reference Material & Definitions incorporated, as applicable, in Marine Appraisals & Marine Survey Reports, prepared by Karatzas Marine Advisors & Co.

The appraisal is one of the more stressful points of a home sale. Home sellers feel they are unable to control the outcome of the appraisal. Here, I will help you better understand the appraisal process and share tips to increase your home appraisal value. Let’s start by getting you more familiar with how are homes appraised. I’ll conclude with some tips on how to prepare your home for an appraisal to increase home appraisal value.

In our experience, there is never a straight or easy road to success. Learning to adjust based on these ups and downs is an incredibly valuable lesson. Sometimes production slows and at other times we’re swimming in deals. Feast or famine, we must press on!

The appraisal report is owned by the party that orders it – which is not necessarily the party who pays it. Appraisers are required to treat the party that ordered the appraisal as “the client”, even if someone else pays the fee.