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Do I Need a Real Estate Appraisal to Sell a Nonprofit or Religious Building in New York?

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Do I Need a Real Estate Appraisal to Sell a Nonprofit or Religious Building in New York? TL;DR: If a New York not-for-profit or religious corporation is seeking Attorney General or court approval to sell or otherwise transfer real property, an independent appraisal is generally required as part of the approval process. The New York […]

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Who Receives a Copy of an Appraisal Report? Understanding the Client, Intended Users, and Your Rights to the Report

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Who Receives a Copy of an Appraisal Report? Understanding the Client, Intended Users, and Your Rights to the Report TL;DR: Paying for an appraisal, attending the inspection, owning the property, or serving as executor of an estate does not automatically mean you are entitled to receive a copy of the appraisal report. The person or

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Do I Need a Real Estate Appraisal When Moving a Parent Into Assisted Living or Long-Term Care?

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Do I Need a Real Estate Appraisal When Moving a Parent Into Assisted Living or Long-Term Care? TL;DR: When a loved one transitions into assisted living, memory care, or long-term care, families are often faced with difficult decisions about one of their largest assets—their home. A professional appraisal from Regional Real Estate Appraisal Service provides

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Commercial Real Estate Appraisals in Rockland, Orange, Westchester & Bergen County: How They Work and Are They Worth It?

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Commercial Real Estate Appraisals in Rockland, Orange, Westchester & Bergen County: How They Work and Are They Worth It? A commercial property appraisal is more than an opinion of value—it’s a tool for evaluating risk and making informed decisions. Whether you’re buying, selling, planning an estate, navigating a partnership dispute, or involved in litigation, a

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Do I Need a Real Estate Appraisal for Estate Planning, Date of Death, or Step-Up Basis?

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Do I Need a Real Estate Appraisal for Estate Planning, Date of Death, or Step-Up Basis? TLDR: Yes—a date of death appraisal is needed to establish stepped-up basis for future capital gains tax reporting. It determines the fair market value of real estate as of the date of death for estate and tax purposes. Ordering

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FEMA 50% Rule Explained: What Property Owners Need to Know

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FEMA 50% Rule Explained: What Property Owners Need to Know TL;DR: There is no official FEMA “5-year rule” The 50% Rule is enforced by local municipalities, not FEMA directly Some areas track improvements over time (1 year, 5 years, 10 years, or longer) Multiple smaller projects can add up and trigger the rule Always check

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What is the FEMA 50% Rule and Why Does Palm Beach Care?

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What is the FEMA 50% Rule and Why Does Palm Beach Care? If you are remodeling or repairing a home in Palm Beach’s flood zones, the FEMA 50% Rule limits your construction costs to half the structure’s value. Relying on county tax assessments usually undervalues your property, putting your project at risk. A private, state-certified

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Divorce Appraisals – Everything You Need to Know Before You Sign Anything

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Who Actually Owns an Appraisal Report? Understanding Clients, Intended Users, and Why Payment Doesn’t Equal Access TL;DR: The client is the party who engages the appraiser—not necessarily who pays Intended users are identified at the beginning of the assignment Paying for an appraisal does not grant ownership or access Reports are delivered only to the

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Who Actually Owns an Appraisal Report?

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Substantial Improvement/Substantial Damage – FEMA 50% Appraisals

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Navigating the FEMA 50% Rule: Why Your Appraisal Matters for Lee County Homeowners If you own property in a flood zone in Southwest Florida, you have likely heard of the FEMA 50% Rule. Whether you are planning to renovate after a storm or have already renovated, understanding this regulation is critical to protecting your investment

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