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What Does a Real Estate Appraiser Actually Do? Everything You Need to Know in 2025
Demystifying the Role of an Appraiser If you’ve ever bought, sold, refinanced, or inherited property, chances are you've heard the term...
Laura Cade
May 143 min read
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When the Real Estate Market Declines, Is It the House or the Land That Loses Value?
When real estate markets soften or prices fall, homeowners, investors, and even real estate professionals often ask: Is it the house or...
Laura Cade
May 134 min read
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How AI is Transforming Real Estate Appraisals
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing nearly every corner of the real estate industry—and appraisals are no exception. Long...
Laura Cade
May 125 min read
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Understanding the Income Approach in Real Estate
In real estate appraisal, determining the value of an income-producing property requires more than just examining comparable sales or the...
Laura Cade
May 85 min read
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Appraising Real Estate in a Declining Market: Strategies, Risks & Unique Considerations
In a volatile economic landscape, real estate markets don’t always trend upward. When property values begin to decline—whether due to...
Laura Cade
May 65 min read
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Why Your Home’s Appraisal Value Might Be Lower Than Expected
When you’re in the process of buying or selling a home, one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the transaction is the home appraisal. A...
Laura Cade
May 56 min read
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How Elections in Canada Impact Real Estate Appraisals
Canadian federal, provincial, and municipal elections all have wide-reaching impacts on the housing market—and by extension, on real...
Laura Cade
Apr 147 min read
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U.S.–Canada Tariffs, Stock Market Volatility, and the Real Estate Forecast in Ontario
In 2025, one of the biggest challenges for Canadian investors and homeowners is navigating the economic uncertainty triggered by...
Laura Cade
Apr 105 min read
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U.S. Tariffs and Their Effects on the Canadian Real Estate Economy: What Property Owners and Investors Need to Know
In today’s interconnected world, few economic policies are truly isolated. One nation’s decision on tariffs can ripple across borders,...
Laura Cade
Apr 75 min read
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How Seasonal Changes Can Affect Your Home’s Appraisal Value
When you're preparing to sell or refinance your home, one of the most critical aspects of the process is understanding how the home's...
Laura Cade
Jan 165 min read
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How Appraisers Use the Cost Approach to Value a Property
When it comes to determining the value of a property, real estate appraisers use several methods, with the cost approach  being one of...
Laura Cade
Jan 154 min read
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The Role of Real Estate Appraisals in Power of Sale in Canada
In the Canadian real estate market, a "Power of Sale" is a legal process that allows a lender or mortgage holder to sell a property in...
Laura Cade
Dec 27, 20246 min read
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Why an Appraisal Isn’t the Same as a Market Analysis
When it comes to buying, selling, or refinancing a home, understanding the value of the property is one of the most critical aspects of...
Laura Cade
Dec 24, 20246 min read
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How Real Estate Appraisers Handle Unique or Custom Homes
When it comes to real estate appraisals, the process can be relatively straightforward for standard, cookie-cutter homes that are similar...
Laura Cade
Dec 21, 20246 min read
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What Is a Drive-By Appraisal and When Is It Used?
In the world of real estate, appraisals play a critical role in determining the market value of a property. When purchasing, refinancing,...
Laura Cade
Dec 20, 20246 min read
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Why Your Home’s Appraisal Might Come In Lower Than Expected: Common Reasons and What to Do
When you're buying, selling, or refinancing a home, one of the key steps in the process is the real estate appraisal . A home appraisal...
Laura Cade
Dec 2, 20245 min read
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Top Mistakes to Avoid During a Home Appraisal: A Guide for Homeowners and Sellers
When it comes to buying, selling, or refinancing a home, the home appraisal  is a critical step in the process. The appraisal determines...
Laura Cade
Nov 27, 20245 min read
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How Long Does a Real Estate Appraisal Take? Everything You Need to Know
When buying, selling, or refinancing a home, one of the key steps in the process is the real estate appraisal . Appraisals are crucial...
Laura Cade
Nov 26, 20244 min read
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How to Accurately Determine Your Home’s Market Value Before Selling
Before putting your home on the market, understanding its true value is crucial to setting the right asking price. Pricing your home...
Laura Cade
Nov 20, 20244 min read
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What to Expect During a Real Estate Appraisal: A Homeowner’s Guide
If you're selling your home or refinancing, a real estate appraisal is likely in your future. Understanding what happens during an...
Laura Cade
Nov 19, 20244 min read
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