Buyer's Appraisals and How They Benefit a Realtor, a Buyer and a Transaction
We all know that the purchase of a home is the largest and most important purchase someone can make...
New Requirements for Reconsiderations of Value
It's bound to happen.
Can a Buyer attend the Appraisal Inspection?
I got a text from a loan officer yesterday asking, "Are Buyers allowed to be at the Appraisal...
How Appraisers Handle Black Mold
I recently completed an appraisal for a purchase transaction. As soon as I stepped into the garage,...
February 2024 Real Estate Market Stats for San Juan, Island, Skagit and Whatcom Counties
The charts presented here are based on MLS data from Island, San Juan, Skagit, and Whatcom...
A look at Condos and Townhomes in Oak Harbor and Coupeville
"Pockets of Positivity".
Understanding Manufactured, Modular, Mobile and Site-Built Homes and Their Differences
As a real estate appraiser, I've come across a variety of home types in my career, each with its...
The Price of "Love" in the San Juan Islands
What is the price of Love in the San Juan Islands? A perfect question for Valentine's Day.