What Cities Are in Marin County?
Marin County is a small county north of San Francisco in northern California. With a population of 262,231 as of the 2020 census, it is …
Top 10 Most Affordable Places to Live in Marin County
Marin County is one of the most beautiful counties in California. Located just north of San Francisco, Marin County is known for its hiking and …
Do Home Appraisers Use Zillow?
Zillow, Realtor, Trulia, and Redfin are some websites that come to mind when buying or selling real estate. They provide public access to the data …
Appraisal Comparable Guidelines – What Do Appraisers Look For in Comps?
One of the most essential parts of any appraisal is the comparable properties that the appraiser chooses for the Sales Comparison Approach. These “comps” are …
How To Read an Appraisal Report
Reading an appraisal report for the first time can be quite daunting. Whether you are a first-time homeowner or it’s your first time reading an …
Who Pays for the Appraisal?
As a real estate appraiser in California, I often hear this question, and the answer is almost always the same. It’s the client who pays …
