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The Yield Curve is Inverted – What Does That Mean?

A graph that is trending down in the long term

You may have seen a news report or two in the past month or so about the “yield curve” being inverted. If you’re like most Americans, this report may as well have been in another language. But even if you’re initially confused by the wording, this is not something you should ignore. In fact, this… Read more »

How to Prepare for an FHA Inspection

A person puts a new window into place in their home

As someone looking to buy or sell a home, you may have come across the phrase “FHA inspection.” If you’re not familiar with what it entails or how to prepare for it, you’re not alone. But an FHA inspection is a critical step in the process of obtaining an FHA loan, which is a critical… Read more »

The Role of Litigation Appraisals in Property Disputes

A clipboard that says "real estate appraisal" is held in front of a home

If you’ve been involved in the real estate market, you may have come across the term “litigation appraisal” in the context of property disputes. Property disputes can arise from a variety of situations, such as divorce cases, inheritance conflicts, eminent domain, or even commercial lease disagreements. In these cases, litigation appraisals are crucial in providing… Read more »

How Home Value Trends Have Affected Auburn & Opelika

A for sale sign sits in front of a house

The price of housing has been a major news story for years now. It makes sense, considering how important the issue is to so many. For most homeowners, their house is their greatest investment and most important asset. Meanwhile, those who don’t own a house yet would like to get one at a reasonable cost…. Read more »

What Factors Affect Commercial Real Estate Appraisal?

The interior of an office building with a "for sale" sign

If you’re involved in the sale or purchase of a commercial property, the amount of money you stand to spend or make will be at least partially determined by an appraisal. This appraisal involves a third-party professional inspecting the property and considering a number of factors to determine a fair value. This number will not… Read more »

Factors That Affect Your Home’s Appraisal

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An appraisal is something that every homeowner will have to deal with at some point or another. Unlike the appraisal number you got when you purchased the home, you do have some modicum of control over it as the owner. Still, a home appraisal is the unbiased opinion of an expert so there will be… Read more »