Episode 084 - How to Prepare for The Appraisal Inspection
Episode 084 - How to Prepare for an Appraisal Inspection
In episode 074, Brian talked about what to give an appraiser. Many listeners loved it and asked what else they can do fully prepare for an appraisal inspection. Let’s get you set to have the home ready for the appraiser to ensure a smooth appraisal inspection. That will bode well for you, the homeowner, and the appraiser...and maybe even the value.
SHOW NOTES
- 01:00 – Episode 074 blew up! Thank you!!
- 02:20 – What things can an agent or seller do to prepare for the appraisal inspection.
- 03:50 – Make the property accessible.
- 05:00 – Brian has met with many great police officers due to an alarm going off.
- 06:21 – Locked gates to the community.
- 06:36 – All utilities must be on and all mechanical systems are operable.
- 07:45 – Make the home “showing” ready.
- 08:30 – Homeowners should not be present for the appraisal.
- 09:50 – “Loose lips sink ships.” Homeowners have said something they should not have.
- 10:55 – Crate pets. Don’t want to get bit or have an animal run out.
- 11:45 – FHA and VA loans will require a viewing of the crawl space and attic. Make sure they are open and available.
- 13:30 – Make sure appliances are operable.
- 13:40 – Some conventional lenders are asking about FHA and VA related issues. Make sure appraiser can see all areas of a home.
- 14:40 – Share this information with the seller. Buyer’s agents can help too.
- 15:35 – Leave the packet of information as detailed in episode 074.
SHOW LINKS
- Margot Robbie – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3053338/
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