Are Home Sale Prices Crashing?
What a difference a year makes. We have gone from skyrocketing sale prices to omgosh... are the home sale prices crashing? So we know that not all markets are the…
Take a Closer Look at Your Market
Are you getting a little freaked out by all the mixed messages about the housing market? Not all markets are the same and the newscaster is not a real estate…
What You Need to Know About Divorce Appraisals
Not all home appraisals are the same and it's important to work with an appraiser who is aware of the differences in the reporting process. This post will show you…
How to Prepare for a Home Appraisal
Homeowners always ask me if there is anything they need to do to prepare for a home appraisal. Here are a few quick tips that will make a the process…
Now is the Time to Appeal Philadelphia Real Estate Taxes
Let's talk about how to be proactive because now is the time to appeal Philadelphia Real Estate Taxes. The city of Philadelphia has announced the real estate taxes for 2023…
When Your House Sells for Over List Price
Yes, it's still happening in our neighborhoods where we appraise homes. So what do you do when your house sells for over list price? This post is all about the…
Now is the Time to Ditch the PMI & Save Money
My eyes pop daily at the inflation rates of basic living expenses.Wouldn't it be great to save hundreds or perhaps thousands of dollars this year? Now is the time to…
Millage Rates Affect Buying Power for Frantic House Buyers in a Good Way
What can a home buyer do when looking for a house and there doesn't seem to be anything for sale? This is when it's time to think outside of the…
Sell My House Myself? 4 Eye-Opening FSBO Facts for Homeowners
Most homes are still selling slightly above asking price (101%). Because this is happening, I have seen more homeowners choose: Sell my house myself.
Welcome to the new and improved Zen Appraisal Blog!
Looking forward to offering research and insights into the real estate world from the perspective of the appraiser. My hope is that you find this blog useful in making educated…