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How Does the Appraisal Process Work?

Hey, homeowners, ever feel like all this appraisal stuff is over-complicated and kind of secretive? Download this guide for a general timeline of the mortgage appraisal process. PLUS, keep reading for a deep-dive into the ins and outs of the appraisal process.

May 6, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

6 Unique Real Estate Marketing Ideas for New Agents

Discover creative real estate marketing strategies to grow your brand, engage clients, and stand out as a new agent.

May 5, 2025 Read more

Mortgage

5 Local Marketing Strategies for Mortgage Loan Officers (That Really Work!)

Supercharge your leads and referrals and become THE go-to lender in your market with these 5 strategies (that really work!).  

May 4, 2025 Read more

Appraisal

Top Questions First-Time Homebuyers Ask About the Appraisal Process

The home appraisal process can feel like a mystery for many first-time homebuyers, who will never work with an appraiser directly during their homebuying journey. To help clear up the process and offer some answers to the most commonly asked questions, here’s a quick guide.

April 30, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

How to Build Your Sphere of Influence in Real Estate

What’s one way to leap from newbie to producing (and paid) real estate agent faster? Develop and market to your sphere of influence. Learn how with this golden strategy. 

April 29, 2025 Read more

Appraisal

Appraising the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is more than an architectural masterpiece. It represents a universal connection to history, culture, and human ingenuity. See how we appraised it, using the USPAP and International Valuation Standards.

April 21, 2025 Read more
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Appraisal

Your Guide to Working with Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs)

When you begin your career as an appraiser, you open yourself to a world of employment opportunities — so where’s the right place to start? Learn how to choose the right Appraisal Management Company with this guide. We spoke with our National Appraisal Expert, Rebecca Jones, to get the inside scoop.

April 5, 2025 Read more
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Real Estate

Preventing Racial Steering Begins With Real Estate Agents

Learn how real estate agents can prevent the illegal practice of racial steering and remain compliant with federal Fair Housing laws.

March 31, 2025 Read more
illustration of The Simpsons house - 742 Evergreen Terrace

Appraisal

Appraising The Simpsons Home: What’s It Really Worth?

How much would 742 Evergreen Terrace be worth in today’s real estate market? And what property characteristics stick out to an appraiser during their analysis? Keep reading and let’s explore the value of The Simpsons family home.

March 25, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

Understanding and Closing the Racial Homeownership Gap

The racial homeownership gap is larger today than it was in the 1960s, when housing discrimination was legal. Here’s the background, and how you can help.

March 3, 2025 Read more

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