by Lane Duplechin | Uncategorized
The Louisiana Bankers Association (LBA) is hosting an Appraisal Compliance Seminar in Baton Rouge today. Lane had the honor to serve as a panelist for the residential appraisal discussion. . Appraisers from around the state discussed topics including: State of the...
by Lane Duplechin | Uncategorized
We’re going above and beyond the continuing education requirements ! In 2019, Lane received his SRA membership designation from the Appraisal Institute. The designation required months of studying and passing rigorous exams. Within the Acadiana region, he is 1...
by Lane Duplechin | Uncategorized
It may be difficult to know if you have a “good” appraiser. A quick Google search or Facebook post may not tell you much about the appraiser’s knowledge, experience, or quality of work. Whether or not we are your appraiser, we want you to...
by Lane Duplechin | Uncategorized
Key takeaways: 🔑 Less sales than in August, to be expected due to seasonality 🔑 Average and median sale prices a little lower than last month 🔑 Days on market similar to August & very close to the average last year (Sep 2021) 🔑 Sales-to-list ratio continues to...
by Lane Duplechin | Uncategorized
Your home’s current market value could qualify for PMI (private mortgage insurance) removal. Don’t count on your lender reaching out to you! Monthly savings could be real $$$ in your pocket. Hire your own appraiser!!! The lender may opt for the cheapest...
by Lane Duplechin | Home Values, Property Values, Real Estate Expert, Uncategorized
Appraisers make adjustments to comparables to account for differences between properties. Adjustments reflect the incremental value buyers are willing to pay for specific features. 📣📣📣Adjustments are MARKET SPECIFIC!!! There is NOT a one-size fits all dollar value...
