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3 Reasons Why the Fannie Mae Controversial “Value Acceptance” Can Be Good News

By Carole Henrysen March 13, 2023Appraisers, Buying, Realtors, Selling

Want to know how the new Fannie Mae controversial "value acceptance" can be good news for homeowners, home buyers and realtors? This post is all about thinking outside of the…

Solar Energy – How does this Extra Amenity Impact Value?

By Carole Henrysen February 14, 2023Buying, Homeowners, Realtors, Selling

Solar Energy...want to learn more about the most popular type of alternative energy in the Philadelphia Metro housing market? This post is all about the property value impact of solar…

Unique Property Appraisal: How to Find Comparable Sales

By Carole Henrysen February 7, 2023Buying, Homeowners, Realtors

Want to know how we figure out what an unusual home is worth? This post is all about tips on how to find comparable sales for unique property appraisal that…

One Surprisingly Ignored Detail that is Affecting Home Value.

By Carole Henrysen January 23, 2023Homeowners, Realtors, Selling

Want to know how and when condition ratings affect home value? This post is all about what happens to market value when the property condition is ignored, a priority or…

How To Think Like the FHA Appraiser

By Carole Henrysen January 9, 2023Appraisers, Buying, Condo, Homeowners, Realtors

With the interest rates no longer at 2-3%, many home buyers, home owners and realtors are beginning to expand their options and are dealing with the FHA appraiser again for…

Garage Conversion: Ideas and 5 Big Mistakes to Avoid

By Carole Henrysen December 14, 2022Homeowners, Realtors

Want some inspiration for converting your garage? Here are 13 garage conversion ideas + learn about 5 big mistakes to avoid that every homeowner should know. It's really cool to…

Low Appraisal: Do You Know How to Successfully Respond?

By Carole Henrysen November 3, 2022Buying, Homeowners, Realtors

Want to know how to respond to a low appraisal? This post will show you exactly what to do when you receive an appraisal lower than purchase price or below…

New Construction Homes in Philadelphia Area: What You Need to Know

By Carole Henrysen October 21, 2022Appraisers, Buying, Realtors

Want to know how appraisers value new construction homes in the Philadelphia area? This post is all about the appraisal process of new construction homes. Appraising new construction homes is…

High Value Home Trends are Tricky

By Carole Henrysen August 8, 2022Buying, Homeowners, Realtors, Selling

All markets are not the same and high value home trends often look a bit different. The house sale terms and conditions, how long it takes to sell and the…

In the Report: What You Should Expect To See

By Carole Henrysen July 18, 2022Buying, Homeowners, Realtors

You were prepared for the inspection but, what will be in the report? You have just received an email with your appraisal... and it's so long! Where do you begin…