The Evolution of Home Appraisal: Standards, Data, and Judgment
A sourced timeline of residential appraisal practice, from USPAP and appraiser regulation to digital records, AVMs, ANSI measurements, and current reporting changes.
October 2024 Economic Insights for Real Estate: An Archive
A dated October 2024 economic snapshot with source links and context for interpreting housing data in appraisals.
Will a Home Appraisal Raise Property Taxes in Virginia Beach?
A private appraisal does not itself change your Virginia Beach tax assessment. Learn how assessments, tax bills, and independent appraisals differ and how to review an error.
Home Appraisals After Flood, Fire, or Wind Damage
After a flood, fire, or storm, identify whether you need a pre-event, as-is, or as-repaired value. Learn how appraisal, insurance, repair, and lender questions differ.
How a Home Appraisal Affects a Mortgage Decision
An appraisal can affect a lender’s collateral review and loan-to-value calculation, but the lender decides loan approval, terms, and mortgage insurance.