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FHA GUIDELINES FOR WELL & SEPTIC

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FHA GUIDELINES FOR WELL & SEPTIC
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Sample Report
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Norman replied to Norman's discussion 'FHA GUIDELINES FOR WELL & SEPTIC'

Hello Cynthia, thanks so much for the link and advice. I agree - nothing beats the source!

October 24

Cynthia replied to Norman's discussion 'FHA GUIDELINES FOR WELL & SEPTIC'

Norman - please go to FHA's 4150.2 and read the portion of well and septics. Here is a link http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/ref/chap1.cfm read down the list and you will find a listing for water systems and sewage systems. nothing like going to...

October 24

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FHA GUIDELINES FOR WELL & SEPTIC

Does anyone know the FHA Guidelines for well & septic? Thanks in advance for your asistance. Norman W. Chambliss

October 24

Craig Farr replied to Norman's discussion 'Sample Report'

I would also redact the Assessor Parcel Number and legal description. And the client's/lender's address. Also, be sure to not only redact the address on the 1004 but to redact the address on the flood and location maps. The plat map should be remo...

October 17

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Sample Report

I need to send copies of completed appraisal reports in hope of getting some appraisal work. Other than client name and/or home owner's name and address, what other information needs to be omitted/blacked out? Thanks

October 15

Rick Foos replied to Norman's discussion 'Suggestions for faster turn-around time'

Norman, Where are you located where you complete your appraisals? If you are in the following areas (Southern California, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Dallas/Ft Worth, Cleveland/Akron, Washington DC, Northern Virginia or Maryland, you can ...

October 5

Norman replied to Norman's discussion 'Suggestions for faster turn-around time'

Thanks for your time and suggestion. Sincerely, Norman Chambliss

September 20

Joe The Appraiser replied to Norman's discussion 'Suggestions for faster turn-around time'

I have an assistant who sets up appointments and checks email. she can do this from home or at her other appointments. very part time. My GF types up page one, flood, fills in comps and other minor things on reports. I try to do most of my inspect...

September 20

Rick Daniel replied to Norman's discussion 'Suggestions for faster turn-around time'

Most , if not all of the information needed for the 1004MC is available from your local MLS. I run the stats for each quarter needed , the period that includes 2 quarters and the current listings....So , four computer runs....the key is that you a...

September 8

Nigel Mountbatten replied to Norman's discussion 'Suggestions for faster turn-around time'

You may have answered your own question, if you're attempting to make it an exact science it will undoubtedly consume far more time. I can recall when I started in the business witnessing two extremes, there was an absolute slob in the shop and an...

August 28

Brian Coester replied to Norman's discussion 'Suggestions for faster turn-around time'

What market area are you in? I know some appraisers have had success with Data Masters which will essentially import all of the subject and comparable data automatically

August 27

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Suggestions for faster turn-around time

Hello all, I need some help on stream lining my appraisal process without losing quality. Currently it takes me 6 to 8 hours to complete your basic 1004 form w/1004mc attached. As we all know - time is money! I think my biggest problem is that I t...

August 27

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AMC Waiver

Has anyone heard or run across any AMC companies that require the appraiser to sign a waiver prior to receiving any appraisal assignments? I've been told that there are AMCs out there doing this! And the waiver excuses the AMC from any wrong doing...

August 25

Norman replied to Norman's discussion 'cost to cure'

Gary, thanks so much for your assistance! In talking to another appraiser about my assignment, he suggested I avoid the "cost to cure" all together! He stated - this is not an FHA loan one, two - none of the unfinished projects impact or compromis...

August 21

Gary F. Kristensen replied to Norman's discussion 'cost to cure'

I would go the cost-to-cure route unless you have similar unfinished comps. Just make an across the board adjustment for your cost-to-cure to all comps and your other approaches to value. I think that the important (and difficult) factor to estima...

August 21

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cost to cure

Hi all - I'm appraising a 4200+ sqft center hall colonial that was built in 2004. Owners started some major home renovations which included a finished basement with hardwood & marble flooring, along with tin ceiling, a spiral staircase that spans ...

August 21