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Saturday, July 19, 2008

Consumer Brochures

If you're like most people, your home is your biggest asset. You want to be confident that the money you've put into your home offers the best possible return for you and your family and that your investment is protected. But do you know how much your home is really worth? Without the help of a qualified appraiser, it can be hard to determine.

By engaging the services of designated members of the Appraisal Institute, you'll benefit their advanced knowledge, years of proven experience and commitment to strict ethics and standards. Appraisal Institute designated members are recognized as the most well-trained and skilled appraisers in the real estate industry. That's important when you're dealing with your biggest asset.

Consider the services of a designated Appraisal Institute member when it comes to:

  • Buying or selling your home
  • Home improvements
  • Investment property
  • Job relocation
  • Tax issues
  • Private mortgage insurance

We've developed these brochures to help you understand some of the ways a designated appraiser can help you with your real estate valuation needs. They're intended to provide you with general information about the issues you may have to consider in your real property transaction and also some of the ways a designated Appraisal Institute member can help. When you're ready, be sure to search our online database to find a designated Appraisal Institute member in your area to help you with your specific situation.

Understanding the Appraisal Understanding the Appraisal
Download (172 kb)		 Estimating Home Value Estimating Home Value
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What's It Worth To You?: Finding Value in a Real Estate Appraisal Career What's It Worth To You?: Finding Value in a Real Estate Appraisal Career
Download (208 kb)		 Professionals Providing Real Estate Solutions Professionals Providing Real Estate Solutions
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Relocation & Destination Appraisals: Making the Most of a Corporate Transfer Relocation & Destination Appraisals: Making the Most of a Corporate Transfer
Download (1.8 MB)		 Remodeling & Rehabbing: Some Valuable Hints for Homeowners Remodeling & Rehabbing: Some Valuable Hints for Homeowners
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ome Commonly Asked Questions About Real Estate Appraisers and Appraisals Some Commonly Asked Questions About Real Estate Appraisers and Appraisals
Download (1 MB)		 About the Appraisal Institute: Setting the Standard for Quality About the Appraisal Institute: Setting the Standard for Quality
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