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3 Major Myths about Commercial Real Estate Appraisals

Commercial real estate appraisals are seen quite differently depending on whose eyes they are seen through. Lenders consider it their basis for the whole process just after the borrower's ability to pay, while borrowers see it as a necessary…
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The Declining Use of the Cost Approach for Commercial Real Estate Appraisals

In the past twenty years the use of the cost approach for appraising commercial real estate has taken a drastic downturn. The principle of substitution is the basis for using the cost approach. The cost approach valuation is derived by adding…
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From Analytics to Zoning – 3 Tips to Help You Understand Commercial Real Estate

Obtaining a commercial real estate appraisal requires gathering data to gauge the current value of the property. Not just anyone can make an appraisal of the property and in fact, most areas across the globe require that the person doing the…
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The Cost of Clutter In Commercial Real Estate Appraisals

Orlando commercial real estate appraisers know their role is to accurately estimate the value of the buildings they are hired to appraise. They look at the building, the market surrounding it, and similar buildings. While an appraisal weighs…
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Establishing and Reporting A Value within the Sales Comparison Approach

The principal objective of this article is to help the reader of a commercial real estate appraisal to determine whether or not the sales used and analyzed are applicable to the property being appraised, with adequate documentation to assist…
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Low Property Values Not Appraisers’ Fault

Orlando commercial real estate appraisers have a challenging job. We have to go through commercial properties and give our honest opinions of what the property is worth in today's market. Unfortunately, given the ongoing challenges in many…
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Relying on Professionals When Buying Commercial Real Estate

Would you rely on an amateur if you needed surgery? What about hiring an inexperienced dentist to perform a root canal? The same should be asked if you are purchasing commercial real estate. Don’t ignore the professionals when you are about…
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QE3’s Impact on Orlando’s Commercial Real Estate Market

In an effort to jump-start the ailing American economy, the Federal Reserve announced its third round of quantitative easing (QE3) in mid-September. Two of the main measures of QE3 consist of the Fed's purchase of mortgage-backed securities…
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The Appraisal is Scheduled – What’s Next?

Purchasing commercial real estate is an investment worth venturing if the buyer is knowledgeable about the product and the processes involved. Knowing what to expect with regards to the commercial real estate appraisal is a significant element…
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New FHFA Rules Likely to Boost Property Loans

At the start of the new year, Jan 1, 2013, lenders will have more incentive to make loans available to consumers who want to purchase property. New guidelines announced by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) will limit banks’ risk exposure…