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Buy The Bay - Stephanie Abercrombie | Equity Solutions Appraisal Management

Buy The Bay - Stephanie Abercrombie | Equity Solutions Appraisal Management

Update: 2024-01-21
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On this episode of the Buy the Bay podcast, host Dan Ancheta welcomes guest Stephanie Abercrombie from Equity Solutions, an appraisal management company. They delve into the role of appraisal management companies, known as AMCs, in the real estate process and its importance in home buying and selling. Stephanie shares detailed insights on how AMCs work, the creation of AMCs after the 2008 real estate crash to mitigate risk, and their ongoing role in maintaining the property valuation process. Dan and Stephanie also discuss the potential misconceptions associated with AMCs, misconceptions about realtors, essential differences between home inspectors and appraisers, and advice for new realtors. Stephanie shares her journey into the world of appraisal management and endorses her company, Equity Solutions, for its customer service and experience in the appraisal world.

00:18 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest
00:46 Understanding Appraisal Management Companies
01:35 The Role of Appraisers in Real Estate
04:08 The Importance of Accurate Appraisals
08:42 The Misconceptions about Price per Square Foot
12:10 The Impact of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on Appraisals
14:55 Understanding Multi-Generational Housing and Accessory Dwellings
15:52 The Importance of Appraisers in Property Evaluation
16:09 Dealing with Atypical Properties: The Role of Appraisers
18:10 The Buyer's Perspective: Should They Be Present During Appraisal?
18:54 The Difference Between Home Inspection and Appraisal
21:41 Advice for Realtors in the Appraisal Process
22:53 A Look into the Appraisal Management Company (AMC) Industry
24:30 Personal Journey into the Appraisal World
25:52 The Value of Partnership in the Appraisal Process

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Buy The Bay - Stephanie Abercrombie | Equity Solutions Appraisal Management

Buy The Bay - Stephanie Abercrombie | Equity Solutions Appraisal Management

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