INTRODUCTION TO APPRAISAL BUSINESS Introduction What This Book Will NOT Teach You About The Author Purpose Of A Real Estate Appraisal Benefits Of Knowledge Of Appraisals Description Of A Real Estate Appraisal Being A Licensed or Certified Real Estate Appraiser Starting Out And Setting Up A Business Real Estate Appraisal Education Tools That Are Helpful Booking Real Estate Appraisal Jobs Beginning The Appraisal The On-Site Appraisal Inspection (The Operating Systems, Lower Level, Interior and Exterior Inspection sections are condensed versions of those topics in our Home Inspection "A to Z Coach" school training) THE OPERATING SYSTEMS INSPECTION Heating Systems, Advantages of different heating systems, Disadvantages of different heat systems, Air-Conditioning Systems, Domestic Water Heaters, Plumbing System, Well Water Systems, Septic Systems, Electrical System THE LOWER LEVEL INSPECTION Lower Level, Crawl Spaces, Gas Service, Auxiliary Systems, Water Penetration THE INTERIOR INSPECTION Kitchen, Bathrooms, Floors and Stairs, Walls and Ceilings, Windows and Doors, Fireplaces, Attic Inspection, Attic Ventilation, Attic Insulation THE EXTERIOR INSPECTION Roof, Chimneys, Siding, Fascia, Soffits and Eaves, Gutters, Downspouts and Leaders, Windows, Screens and Storms, Entrances, Steps and Porches, Walks, Patios and Terraces, Decks, Walls and Fences, Drainage and Grading, Driveways, Garage, Other Exterior Structures, Swimming Pools, Wood Destroying Insects Home Inspection Photo Pages APPRAISING REAL ESTATE Introduction To Appraising Real Estate Real Estate Is Unique The Bundle Of Rights Public Limits On Real Estate Private Voluntary Limits On Real Estate Private Involuntary Limits On Real Estate Basic Appraisal Concepts Market Value - Subjective And Objective The Principles Of Property Valuation The Analysis Of A City The Economic Base Of A City The "As Of" Date Of Valuation The Highest And Best Use Highest And Best Use Example Property Analysis Land And Site Valuation DIRECT SALES COMPARISON APPROACH The Direct Sales Comparison Approach Narrowing Down The Search For Good Comps The Adjustment Process Guidelines For The Adjustments Electronic Appraisals - Fact or Fiction? SAMPLE APPRAISAL REPORTS Single Family Appraisal Report Condominium Appraisal Report Multi-Family Appraisal Report Appraisal Photo Pages Appraisal Stationery THE COST APPROACH The Cost Approach The Basics Of Appraisal Depreciation Cost Approach Example # 1 Cost Approach Example # 2 Cost Approach Example # 3 & 4 THE INCOME APPROACH The Income Approach Basic Algebra Leverage Example Effective Interest Rate Example ITAO Example # 1 ITAO Example # 2 Cash Equivalency Example # 1 Cash Equivalency Example # 2 Cash Equivalency Example # 3 Make Big Money With The ITAO Tables Income Capitalization Example Income Approach and Statistics Example Income Approach GRM Example Income Approach GIM Example HUD/FHA Gross Rent Multiplier Form | MISCELLANEOUS APPRAISAL INFORMATION Tax Assessments Obtaining Information At Town Hall Condominium And Co-Operative Units Over Improvements Other Types Of Housing Mortgages, Mortgages & More Mortgages Different Types Of Appraisal Accounts Miscellaneous Notes FINISHING THE APPRAISAL REPORT The Reconciliation Process Signing-Off On The Appraisal Report Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice ARTICLES BY KENNETH J. JONES The Cost Approach: It DOES NOT Indicate Fee Simple Market Value! Real Estate: The Best Investment How Many Valuation Approaches Are Enough? Who's The Expert, Anyway? What's the Value of the Land? Don't Dictate My Fee THE VIP’s - HUD, FHA, FNMA, GNMA, and FHLMC Background and History - "About Them" FHA Appraisal Roster - Appraiser FAQ's FHA Appraisal Exam - 200 Sample Questions HUD/FHA - General Appraisal FAQ's HUD/FHA - Get A Home Inspection - FAQ's Valuation Analysis For Home Mortgage Insurance - FAQ's HUD and FHA Guidelines for Valuation Analysis for Single Family and One- to Four-Unit Dwellings Sample State Real Estate Appraiser Guidelines FNMA and FHLMC Guidelines for Completing the URAR Manufactured Home Addendum HUD Comprehensive Valuation Package - Forms 92564-VC and 92564-HS Appraisal Form - URAR - FHLMC 70, FNMA 1004 Appraisal Form - FHLMC 465, FNMA 1073 Appraisal Form - FNMA 2055 Appraisal Form - FHLMC 72, FNMA 1025 Appraisal Form - FHLMC 71A Appraisal Form - FNMA 2075 Appraisal Form - FHLMC 1000, FNMA 1007 Appraisal Form - FHLMC 998, FNMA 216 Appraisal Form - HUD/FHA SA HOC GRM Appraisal Form - FHLMC 442 Appraisal Form - FHLMC 439, FNMA 1004B Appraisal Form - ERC Appraisal Form - FNMA 1104 Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 1004 Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 1004B Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 1004C Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 1004D Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 1025 Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 1073 Test Appraisal Form - FNMA 2055 HEALTH CONCERNS Asbestos Insulation Radon Gas Health Concerns Photo Pages WHAT NO ONE ELSE TELLS YOU!! Reality Talk Third Parties To The Transaction Verify Everything With The Documentation The Sad Truth Check Town Hall... Or Else You Have The Right To... Is The Listing Accurate? A Catch 22 Position People Who Have No Right To Remain Silent Talk To The Neighbors Be Totally Objective - Part 1 Be Totally Objective - Part 2 Negotiating Realities To Assist Your Client Don't Let Your Client Be Pressured Lay All The Cards On The Table Safety Concerns Don't Over Exaggerate Problems Or Repairs Is It Possible To Build A... ? Report Writing The Report Is Totally Confidential Appraisal Referral Realities Some Good Reasons For Federal Regulations You Get What You Pay For Handling Client Complaints Know-It-All People Certified, Licensed Or Just A Dreamer? Tell Your Client To Ignore The Hypocrites Straight Talk Motivational Talk Conclusion The Author Appraisal Related Web Sites State Real Estate Appraiser Boards Real Estate Terminology Glossary |