What Happens When There Are Almost No Good Comparable Sales?

What Happens When There Are Almost No Good Comparable Sales?

Jacob Geringer
Published on: 25/08/2026

What happens when a home has few good comparable sales? Learn how an experienced appraiser evaluates unique properties and finds credible market evidence.

Home Appraisal Education
What 26+ Years of Appraising Homes Has Taught Me About the Properties That Fool Online Valuation Models

What 26+ Years of Appraising Homes Has Taught Me About the Properties That Fool Online Valuation Models

Jacob Geringer
Published on: 18/08/2026

Online home values can miss renovations, condition, acreage and unique features. Learn why some properties require professional appraisal analysis.

Home Appraisal Education
What 26+ Years of Appraising Homes Taught Me About Over-Improving

What 26+ Years of Appraising Homes Taught Me About Over-Improving

Jacob Geringer
Published on: 13/08/2026

Can you over-improve your home? Learn how renovation costs, neighborhood expectations, buyer demand, and market evidence can affect your property’s value.

Home Appraisal Education
How an Appraiser Knows When a Comparable Sale Isn’t Really Comparable

How an Appraiser Knows When a Comparable Sale Isn’t Really Comparable

Jacob Geringer
Published on: 05/08/2026

Not every nearby home sale is a true comparable. Learn how professional appraisers evaluate location, condition, design, features, and market data when selecting comps.

Home Appraisal Education