APPRAISERS, HOME INSPECTORS AND REALTORS MESSAGE BOARD AND ON LINE TEACHING TOOL - 06/29/08 11:43 PM

www.newyorkappraiserforum.com   Free Appraiser Forum for Professionals
www.newyorkinspectorforum.com  Free Home Inspection Forum for Professionals
www.newyorkstateappraisalnetwork.com  A Network for Appraisers for the past 2 decades
http://ny.nachi.org/newyorkeducation/  An InterNACHI Education Chapter
http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/appraiserandinspectornetworking/join  Join the Network
http://www.addmetothemerrellnewsletter.info   Join our newsletter group...FREE
IF YOU WANT TO JOIN ANY OF THE ABOVE SITES, THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY FREE...OUR WAY OF SAYING THANKS FOR EVERYTHING ACTIVE RAIN IS DOING FOR THE PROFESSION.
STRENGTH THROUGH NETWORKING
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BILL C. MERRELL, PH.D.
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NEW, FREE, MARKETING SUCCESS CLASS - 06/29/08 10:49 PM
www.merrellinstitute.com
We are creating a Marketing Success class. It will be on line, and it will be FREE!
Active Rain members are eligible to enrll and receive the new class. The course should be completed on or about August 15th, 2008. It is being sponsored by Merrell Institute, Hauppauge Real Estate School, Appraisal Education Network School, New York State Appraisal Network and the North American Association Network.
If you want to be included in the FRE MARKETING SEMINAR- Simply email us at:
nysanamc@gmail.com
Name, phone and e-mail address
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What is going to happen over the next 2 years with this market? - 06/28/08 06:40 PM
Some have said it has hit rock bottom.
Others have said it is about to turn around.
Others believe we are in for more troubles, and a deeper recession.
I am not sure and figured I would ask here.
All I know is that NEW YORK STATE has and is hurting on Long Island
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Learn More About Merrell Inspection - 06/27/08 11:26 PM
~ A MERRELL INSTITUTE AFFILIATE ~
      
  Phone: 631-567-6776      Fax: 631-563-7719  
Home Inspections for Potential Purchasers
Home Inspectors for Sellers
Home Inspections for Final Walk-Through Inspections
Insurance Inspections
New Construction Inspections
Project Inspections and Construction Inspecting
Environmental Inspecting
Foreclosure Inspections
Annual Inspection to remediate and correct deficiencies
WE UTILIZE LICENSED HOME INSPECTORS, LICENSED, CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL, CERTIFIED GENERAL APPRAISERS, PHASE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTORS, DRAW INSPECTORS AND COMMERCIAL CONSULTANTS.
WE REFER YOU TO PROFESSIONALS WHO HAVE THE EXPERTISE TO BENEFIT YOUR REQUEST.
E-MAIL US AT:  DRMERRELL@OPTONLINE.NET
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New August Home Inspection Program - Sign Up today - 06/27/08 10:02 PM
  
OUR NEW DAY PROGRAM STARTS AUGUST 4TH, 2008
Our Entire Program (all 5 modules-140 hour NYS Approved Program) has been Approved by NEW YORK STATE. Our School Founder/Director is Bill C. Merrell, Ph.D. All Approvals have been issued by the New York State, Department of State, Division of Licensing Services for HOME INSPECTION LICENSING. The Programs below will include a Home Inspection Program for Residential Transactions (Best Inspector Program-  $ 200 Value), a Yellow pages Listing ($ 150 Value) , Affiliate Membership to North American Association Network and 1st Year's Membership to NACHI (National Association of Certified Home Inspectors- $ 289 … (0 comments)

Home Staging and Selling a Home "Making It Work" - 06/27/08 05:05 PM

Home Staging and Selling a Home "Making It Work"
8 hours Real Estate CE Approval Pending
Certificate Class  $ 295.00 Program (Now $ 150)
 
Course Objectives/Summary:
 
1. To educate students on the benefits of home staging
2. To give students an understanding of what home staging is and why it's important for selling a home
3. To help students learn techniques on how to stage their home through lecture, examples and case study.
4. To learn that staging is a powerful marketing tool for realtors and sellers alike
5. To have staging be seen as an industry … (0 comments)

Mold Training- Are You on top of the action? - 06/27/08 05:02 PM
We have developed, created and implemented a NYS Approved class for Appraisers and Home Inspectors for Mold, Mildew and the Residential Home in New York State.
If you are intereted in learning more or want to attend the class, you can go to our web site to learn more.
The course can be found at www.merrellinstitute.com
You can also call us and we will send you a free brochure by calling 631-563-7720
All the best- We look forward to seeing and hearing from you. This is NY State Specific, since it is NYS Approved, by the DOS for Continuing Ed credit.
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Is It Time To Create More Wealth? - 06/27/08 04:58 PM
I am working with multiple individuals to offer courses in an online capacity, in which these classes will be free for those who subscribe to our newest system.
This will be cost effective for realtors, appraisers, home inspectors, etc.
If you want to be part of the action and get your name out there and be a presence on our new Internet Television system, give us a call at 631-563-7720 x 4.
www.merrellinstitute.com
 
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Home Inspector Yellowpages for USA - 06/27/08 01:10 AM
www.HomeInspectorYellowpages.com and www.homeisnpectionyellowpages.com is being made avaialble for free to Active Rain members for a limited time. We want to thank Active Rain, and all those who participate in Active Rain, and we found the best way to do this was to make Active Rain members part of our system as well.
More networking for Active Rain members. Networking in this economy is the key to success.
Check out the links and contact us, and we will include you in our web links.
Much luck and success to Active Rain Members- Thank you for your support.
Bill Merrell  www.merrellinstitute.com
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New York Appraisers- Are You a Victim of Identity Theft - 06/26/08 11:10 PM
If you are a Licensed or Certified Real Estate Appraiser in New York State and you are a victim of Identity theft. This includes your name, your firm name, your identity, your signature on an appraisal, your e/o insurance or a broker who may have used your information without your authorization, you have rights.
You must act in a prudent fashion. You must protect your rights immediately,
For the past 2 years, my school has set up a foundation to help appraisers who are in a bad situation.
We do not charge for this servuce, and we can guarantee you that … (0 comments)

IDENTITY THEFT MUST BE STOPPED- READ ON - 06/26/08 11:18 AM

 
FOR IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE- call us at 631-563-7720  Bill Merrell of the Merrell Institute Can Help You...NOW!  What's more, Bill Merrell does not plan on charging you for his time and expertise. If you are charged for additional services, you always have the option to perform these services yourself, since we are doing this to benefit the appraisal industry not create an added income stream for Bill Merrell and his affiliate companies.  Bill Merrell has 3 decades of experience, starting as a Real Estate Broker, is a General Certified Appraiser, is approved by NYS to teach appraising, real estate, home … (0 comments)

Thanks to over 100 Professionals who have joined Active Rain - 06/25/08 02:48 PM
With some energy and effort, I am pleased to announce that I have recruited 100 members to Active Rain, to be able to network with fellow Active Rain members in which the benefits are numerous.
Attorneys and Accountants and Lenders, etc. use active rain networking members in selecting appraisers, home inspcetors and brokers to use with their deals and transactions.
Experts are found on Active Rain sties which benefit those who need expert testimony and expert Advise.
Professionals who see a person o Active Rain, and those who post know that Active Rain members are available, and accessible.
I support the … (4 comments)

The Benefit Of Affiliation with a National Organization - 06/25/08 02:44 PM
Many have asked if and when they should join a recognized National Organization.
I have replied, when they want to to. I do believe the time to join an organization is NOW.
The market is at a low. The economy is in a stage which can't be thought of as promising.
Interest rates, although not high, are still effected by efaults
Homes are becomeing more and more suseptible to short sales, either do to a high in the market of past or generous appraial values. Either way. We are seeing reality.
Should you join a National Organziation?
Yes, you should , … (0 comments)

Help me understand- What are Bonus Points - 06/23/08 12:51 AM
I have been an Active Rain memebr and have enrolled over 70 fellow members over the last several months. I never understood what bonus points are. How do you get bonus points>
What, exactly are bonus points?
Does anyone in the system understand what bonus points are and how you can obtain bonus points for energies and efforts you have performed as an Active Rain member.
Just wanted a clarrification and thought fellow Activ Rain members would be able to help me to understand the process.
Thanks in advance. I appreciate the input to better undertsand it.
Bill
www.merrellinstitute.com
 
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Energy Inspections versus and Full Blown Energy Audit - 06/23/08 12:48 AM
There are differences between an energy inspection, and an energy audit.
I personally believe an energy audit with a IR Thermography Camera is a more viable way to go.
It will show the heat loss in the winter. I will show summer air conditioning loss in the summer.
I did an energy audit on my buidling and spent a great deal of money on insulated doors. They worked fine, yet the lock system was allowig a great deal of energy loss and transferrance. Didn't realize that this would be a spot for an energy loss. I re-set the locks with simple … (0 comments)

Does Child Care Issues determine where people buy? - 06/23/08 12:37 AM
Wanted to ask...
Does child care effect where people buy homes. I have seen it on several different homes, and wanted to know what everone here thinks.
Does child care issues and availability of child care center and the price and availability of homes have a correlation.
I would think the neighborhood, the school system, taxes would be more important. Bust this is a new ripple in the waves of the market.
What do you think?
 
Bill
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Mt. Snow Vermont is a hidden Paradise - 06/23/08 12:12 AM
I normally do not post about vacations, or getting out of town to recharge my batteries.
I have found the place my family and I have found to be a little bit of paradise. Mt. Snow, Vermont (west Dover, Vermont)
We own a 3 story home on the mount. It has the bedrooms on the first floow, the kitchen, living room, dining room and 250 sq. foot deck on the second floor, to view the sunsets against the mountain backdrop with a 3rd floor loft large enough to act as a bedroom and den.
Utilities changes are modest, it is convenient … (0 comments)

Merrell Message Board endorses Active Rain - 06/22/08 11:56 PM
http://www.websitetoolbox.com/mb/newyorkpros
For Home Inspectors and Real Estate Appraisers
We also have a private chat system for our member use, which allows communication in real time
We have a number of links to write questions, update members and keep us all in the loop
We also recomend you join Active Rain. Simply because it gets your name out there and will help you get business. It is just like a networking club, but it is on-line and it is free.
To sign up, use this link:
http://activerain.com/action/referrals/merrell
Again, it is FREE!
Want high quality education, Don't forget Merrell Institute at … (1 comments)

New NYS Class August 1st, 2008- Call for Information - 06/22/08 03:40 PM
A Camera is not needed to join the class. This Introduces you to the concept and use of thermal Imaging systems. The course fee is $ 175.00 pre-payment/pre-registered attendees.
The knowledge you will learn in this class will aid you in performing ENERGY INSPECTIONS for Long Island Homeowners. Call us for information!
You can also call us at 631-563-7720 to sign up- Long Island, NY Classroom:
Instructors: Mickey Rivera, Joseph Farsetta and Bill Merrell @ the Merrell Institute 631-563-7720
http://www.merrellinstitute.com/infraredcertifiedclass.html  
There is s 30 minute FREE Video presentation to explain the use a purpose a an IR Camera.
USE OF INFRARED (IR) CAMERA IN … (2 comments)

Infrared Thermography Class in NYS with Video - 06/22/08 03:12 PM
If you are considering use of an IR-Infrared Thermography camera, we have a class which can help you. We are a New York State based school offering classes for real estate profesionals.
The web link to our class and video presentation by InterNACHI is:
http://www.merrellinstitute.com/infraredcertifiedclass.html
We also offer classes in Energy Audits, Real Estate Appraising, Home Inspection Training, LOan Officer Training
The link below also offers 2 on-line free classes via FLIR.
Questions? Call us at 631-563-7720  www.merellinstitute.com
Much luck and success to fellow Active Rain Members.
Bill Merrell
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Web Based Free Courses for Home Inspectors - 06/22/08 02:53 PM

http://www.appraisaltraining.com/homeinspectioneducationlinks.html
Want extra education... Free. Go to our web site and start taking fee free informational classes
Our traditional Education is listed at www.merrelinstitute.com
We offer high quality education at a reduced fee- Check us out now!
Home Inspectors can take over 100 hours of education, free of change. We also offer hundreds of hours of education in NYS for appraisers, home inspectors, real estat professionals, mortgage professionals, etc.
Questions? Call us at 631-563-7720
www.merrellinstitute.com 
Thank you fellow Active Rain Members- You will enjoy the direct link!
 
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Are Energy Audits in NYS the way to go? - 06/22/08 02:48 PM
Appraisers and Home Inspectors have been working in a new direction.
Energy Inspecting is something which homeownesr in NYS are considering as very important. Energy inspecting really seems to occur in the summer and winter, when you are able to determine heat and air conditioning loss with a simple thermography camera.
Fees average about $ 500 per Inepction. It does require the use of a IR Thermography camera which cancost between 2000 to 8000. We recommend  the FLIR i5 which is udner 3,000 and does everything you need to perform these inspections.
www.bestinspectors.net will be posting a program to offer Energy … (0 comments)

Are Real Estate Appraisers on the way out...I hope not! - 06/22/08 02:41 PM
Are Appraisers on the way out? (edit/delete)
The appraisal field has become nervous about HVCC regulations. Now, we hear of a federal bill which would significantly harm the appraiser as follows:
Imagine an appraiser does appraisals in an area of 500,000 homes and same appraiser averages 6 appraisal per week. The equals 3 million weekly or 150 million annually. The bill would want you to post between 1 and 2% of your last year appraisal value aggregate, which would be a bond of 1.5 to 3 million dollars, which in NYS would cost approx. 18,000 to 22,000 annually. At $ … (2 comments)

over 75 Members signed up this month! - 06/19/08 07:48 PM
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Our Next Major Project- Educating Inspectors to Perform Energy Audits - 06/19/08 05:12 PM
Utilizing existing equipment, including Thermal Imaging Cameras and IR Thermometers, digital cameras, etc. we are developing a program to help Home Inspectors to be able to offer Energy Audits for 1-4 Family Residential Homeowners throughout the Country.
This course has become very viable, in light of significantly increased pricin. If we are able to help a homeowner to see where their enrgey loss is occuring. They can correct the problems and save upways of 15-25% in energy bills. This can equate to upwards of $ 3-900 annually for a typical 2500 square foot home, which can result in thousands in savings … (0 comments)

Is the Income Approach Necessary for Single Family Homes? - 06/19/08 12:38 AM
In our area, many appraisers have determined that the Income Approach is unnecessary, and even lenders have decided that it is not required.
What do fellow appraisers think?  We are not talking about multifamily, mixed use or commercial properties. We are dealing with Single Family, owner occupied residential homes.
Recently, several lenders are mandating this approach....what are your views on this?
I do not think the Income Approach is necessary as a viable tool to determine a value of this tyoe property.  What are your thoughts?
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The Residential Cost Approach - 06/19/08 12:28 AM
There are Appraisers who believe the Cst Approach is a vital part of the appraisal process, and others believe it is a wast of time and energy.
I believe the cost approachs erves a useful purpose. It validates the square footage of the home, the cost per sqaure foot on replacement, the effcetuve age, the amount of depreciation as of the date of the appraisal, the site value, depreciated amenities and extras which have a value to area homes.
Replacement Cost Munis Depreciation Plus Site Value Plus As-Is Site Amenities Equalsa Value as per the Cost Approach
Which system do you … (0 comments)

PROPERTY CONDITION ASSESSMENT PROCESS- 7 HOURS ASTM E-2018-01 Compliance - 06/17/08 01:15 PM
     
PROPERTY CONDITION ASSESSMENT PROCESS- 7 HOURS
APPROVAL PENDING, NYS, DEPT. OF STATE- FILED JUNE 2008 for Home Inspection CE Credit
COURSE TOPICS INCLUDE:
ASTM: E-2018-01
A REVIEW OF THE ASTM GUIDE E-2018-01
WHO MAY CONDUCT A HOME INSPECTION IN STATE AND ASTM COMPLIANCE
THE INSPECTORS RESPONSIBILITY IN THE INSPECTION
THE WALK THROUGH EXAMINED IN DETAIL
DOCUMENT REVIEW SECTION
PROPERTY CONDITION REPORT AS PER ASTM E-2018-01
SUMMARY OF THE ASTM AS IT RELATED TO THE LICENSED INSPECTOR IN NYS
NAME____________________________________________________________ PHONE______________________
ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________________________   
Price: $ 175.00  7 hour Seminar  Tentative Date: August 2nd, 2008  8am to 4pm
Application for … (0 comments)

HVCC- Appraiser Home Valuation Code of Conduct Class - 06/17/08 01:12 PM
HVCC- Appraiser Home Valuation Code of Conduct Class
Approved by New York State for Appraiser C.E.U. Credit
New York Code for Appraisers: 3261-04
Date: July 28th, 2008
Time: 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Location: 1461-16 Lakeland Ave., Bohemia, NY 11716
Phone: 631-563-7720
Fax: 631-563-7719
We are offering this approved class to benefit the appraisers who attend this HVCC course in NYS. Every appraiser must learn the regulations associated with HVCC and how it will effect your business in NYS. No Refunds are permitted for this class, once you register. This is an Approved NYS Class! Approval code: 3261-04
Name_____________________________________ Phone___________________________
Address____________________________________________________________________
Tuition: $ … (0 comments)

Newest Home Inspection Licensing Program in NYS Now Available-140 Hours - 06/17/08 01:06 PM
  
 
OUR NEW DAY PROGRAM STARTS AUGUST 4TH, 2008
Our Entire Program (all 5 modules-140 hour NYS Approved Program) has been Approved by NEW YORK STATE. Our School Founder/Director is Bill C. Merrell, Ph.D. All Approvals have been issued by the New York State, Department of State, Division of Licensing Services for HOME INSPECTION LICENSING. The Programs below will include a Home Inspection Program for Residential Transactions (Best Inspector Program-  $ 200 Value), a Yellow pages Listing ($ 150 Value) , Affiliate Membership to North American Association Network and 1st Year's Membership to NACHI (National Association of Certified Home Inspectors- $ … (0 comments)

Thermal Imaging Infrared Camera and the Home Inspection Seminar - 06/16/08 05:32 PM
     
"NOT JUST INSPECTED... INFRARED INSPECTED"TM      (C) Merrell Institute
Infrared (thermal imaging) is an advanced non-destructive technology that allows an Infrared Certified Tech to show you things about your home that no one can show you with a conventional inspection methods. Infrared inspections can identify and document the following: (each property is unique)
electrical faults before they cause a fire.                                 overloaded and undersized circuits. circuit breakers in need of immediate replacement.               missing, damaged, and/or wet insulation. heat loss in walls, ceilings, floors, windows, doors                 air infiltration in walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors. water and moisture intrusion that could lead … (1 comments)

Home Staging Class To Be Offered August 2008 - 06/16/08 05:28 PM
We are proud and pleased to offer a Home Staging Class for Realtors in NYS
We have applied for Real Estate Continuing Education Credit in NYS for this 1 day seminar
Active Rain members will receive a discount over the genral public, when the class is announced later this month. The course, again will be ofered August 2008 as a 1 day seminar.
Questions? Call us at 631-563-7720  or go to www.merrellinstitute.com  for more information
Check us out on Harmon Homes Magazine every week!
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62 Active Certified Residential and General Appraisers have just joined - 06/16/08 05:22 PM
We are proud to announce that 62 appraisers have recently joined Active Rain from various counties throughout New York State as a rsult of our informal invitation.
We are pleased that we contacted several of our recent ce students and affiliates and told them about active rain. We sent out follow-up e-mai to those who are part of our opt-in e-mail system from merrell Intitute.
Active Rain is free, and it lists you on the web, giving you  a free web site, and a free blog to discuss many issues, and ideas. It allows you to describes your background, your license, your … (2 comments)

NYS Dept of State Access Telephone Number - 06/15/08 08:47 PM
Access to speak with New York State, Dept. of State, Division of Licensing Services, is as follows:
Telephone 518-474-4429, when voice mail starts press the number 1, wait 5 sections and then the number 5. you will be transferred to a real state rep.
Access via the voice mail system works, but there are certain times you need to speak with a live individual. To that end, the above steps during regular business hours will assist you.
Much luck and succes to licensees in NYS.  The Dept. of State answers questions for real estate, appraisal, home inspection, notary, security guards, private … (0 comments)

A CAREER IN HOME INSPECTION (140 Hour Program) - 06/14/08 12:19 AM
A Career in Home Inspecting (edit/delete)
New York State Home Inspectors and Those Who Desire To Enter the field!
Are You Considering a Career in the field of Home Inspection?
If you answered YES to this question, you must take courses to achieve this goal.
NYS requires you to either be Licensed or work for a Licensed Inspector.
Licensing requires 100 Hours of Education
40 Hours of Supervised Inspections under the direction of a Licensed Home Inspector
Filing with the State of NY for a License in the State
If you are not licensed, you may work for a Licensed … (0 comments)

On-Line Mortgage Financing Class - 06/12/08 06:12 PM
2 CLASSES TO SELECT FROM- ONE ON-LINE AND ONE, TRADITIONAL
ON-LINE FINANCE EDUCATION-8 HOURS:
Basics of Real Estate Finance:  On-Line 8 hour Program
NYS RE CONTINUING ED APPROVED
EARN YOUR COMPLETION CERTIFICATE AT YOUR SCHEDULE
This course will provide the student with an overview of the history of finance and the major theories, trends, and cycles in real estate finance. Students will explore the government agencies that regulate the economy as well as banking and finance laws. The course also features valuable information about the real estate cycle, monetary system, and interest rates. The roles of the primary market, the secondary … (2 comments)

A Career in Appraisal- Be Professional - 06/12/08 06:05 PM
A Career in Appraising- Be Professional


It surprised me when speaking with students, to find that many do not know how to go about looking for a job in a meaningful, productive way. In one case a student simply called an appraisal firm and ask for a job over the phone........The person from the firm asked if they knew how to do an appraisal, and the response was NO. The student said, however isn't it your job to train me when I get out of school? The person at the appraisal firm set the student straight and told her … (0 comments)

Reasons to still be in the Appraisal Field in 2008 - 06/12/08 05:59 PM
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Are you a member of the New York State Appraisal Network? - 06/10/08 11:21 AM
We offer programs to benefit the Appraiser who wants to meet the HVCC Guidelines.
If you are an active appraiser in NYS, we are interested in speaking with your regardinging membership in our organization. We are over 100 appraisers strong, with over 1 throusand years combined experience.
If you are a lender, we can work with you to meet the HVCC guidelines and allow you to obtain high quality appraisals for your FNMA/FHLMC appraisal assignments.
If you are a Mortgage Broker or Loan Officer, e can work with you, and submit an affidavit to show compliance with HVCC guidelines. We are … (0 comments)

HVCC regulations going into effect 1-1-09 - 06/09/08 05:16 PM
HVCC, The Home Valuation Code of Conduct will be required effective 1-1-09.
It will effect the working relationshsip of every appraiser in conjunction with FNMA and FHLMC transactions.
I recommend each and every appraiser read the HVCC and FNMA/FHMLC voluntary agreement, which is published at www.newyorkstateappraisalnetwork.com and comment about same
All the best.
More to follow!
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NYSAN Members are united and resolved - 06/09/08 04:15 PM
New York State Appraisal Network (NYSAN) Members are all New York State Certified. All members carry Insurance and are qualified throughout the State of New York to perform Residential and General (Commercial and Industrial) Appraisals.
We are 100+ Licensed and Certified Members strong. We have a combine experience of approx. 1,000 years.  Our members have appraisal backgrounds, real estate backgrounds and backgrounds in property management in addition to appraisal experience.  Located throughout NYS, our members are in over 1 dozen counties, and perform appraisal assignments thoughout the State of New York.
For more information on NYSAN, go to: www.newyorkstateappraisalnetwork.com
If you need … (1 comments)

11788 Census and Income Data for Neighborhood - 06/08/08 09:09 PM
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11787 Census Data, Income evels for Neighborhood - 06/08/08 09:07 PM
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11716 Census Data for Income in Neighborhood - 06/08/08 09:05 PM
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11779 Census Income Data for Neighborhood - 06/08/08 09:03 PM
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How To Sell A Home When The Market Is Soft - 06/08/08 07:48 PM
Realtors have asked themselves this question each and every day!
We have seen ways a home better sells itself.
Have an appraiser Certify a Value, This gets the potential buyer on the hook. They know what it is worth, from an appraisal perspective, and it seems to help with the sale, overall.
Have a Home Inspectors pre-inspect he property. This way the seller knows the items which may require replecement, repair or even items which need addressing for safety reasons. A home buyer may feel better about a house which is pre-certified.
These are only 2 of many ways a home … (6 comments)

Professional Real Time Forum for Our Active Rain Affiliates - 06/07/08 10:11 AM
We have created a Professional Message Forum for our Active Rain Affiliates. We have signed up dozens of professionals who are now part of the Active Rain family. The benefit of Active Rain is in networking and getting their name out to the public.
To facilitate instant messaing betwen Network members we have created the Professional Forum for Active Rain members- free
It was created by New York Pros for the entire Professional Community. We will also host Monthly on-line classes for Appraisers and Home Inspectors. The web link is:
http://www.websitetoolbox.com/tool/mb/newyorkpros
Free to jon, and free to belong. Welcome Active Rain … (0 comments)

RECONCILIATION OF VALUE - 06/05/08 11:28 PM
A Must Read for Real Estate Appraisers...  
Reconciliation of Value   Author, Leigh Pollet, NYS CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISERReal estate appraisals are (finally-once again) undergoing greater scrutiny thanks to the current mortgage-crisis-mode-market. One aspect of that scrutiny centers on the question of how appraisers arrive at and justify their final value "estimate". Ever larger numbers of appraisers appear to becoming more lax in their preparation of reports and in adhering to the appraisal process. However, with the "new" Limiting Conditions in effect, the LC has passed liability for an appraisal on to a larger end-user group. If appraisers are not yet … (0 comments)

Reconciliation of Value for Appraisers - 06/05/08 11:22 PM
A Must Read for Real Estate Appraisers...
 Reconciliation of Value   Author, Leigh Pollet, NYS CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISERReal estate appraisals are (finally-once again) undergoing greater scrutiny thanks to the current mortgage-crisis-mode-market. One aspect of that scrutiny centers on the question of how appraisers arrive at and justify their final value "estimate". Ever larger numbers of appraisers appear to becoming more lax in their preparation of reports and in adhering to the appraisal process. However, with the "new" Limiting Conditions in effect, the LC has passed liability for an appraisal on to a larger end-user group. If appraisers are not yet finding … (0 comments)

Short Sales Pre Foreclosures are being a reality in NYS - 06/05/08 11:20 PM
Pre Foreclosures and short sales and not a small amount of the real estate for sale in NY State anymore. NYS has seen, especially in the downstate Long Island area, a higher than average share.
A short sale occurs when the home cannot be sold for the amount currently owed on the property. The bank must agree to take a reduced amount, and the seller does not profit fromthis transaction. They simply are able to liquidate the home with no additional remaining owed amount.
Before short sale agreemtns, sellers would be forced to enter into foreclosure to stop collections on any … (5 comments)

New Home Inspection Classes in NYS Avaialble in June and July 2008 - 06/05/08 10:44 PM
June and July 2008 Programs are available
http://www.merrellinstitute.com/hice06072008.html
We are offering a $ 50.00 dscount to Active Rain members!
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Home Inspectors need 6 hours of ceu credit for renewsals in 2008. Effective 2009, all Home Inspectors are required to take 24 hour of continuing education before they renew their license.
 
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HVCC regulations are to be required 1-1-09 - 06/05/08 03:51 PM
HVCC deals with the Home Valuation Code of Conduct for appraisers in which appraisers must be independent from the client /lender. This sounds good, but ti causes the many appraisers who have built relationshsips with lenders over the years not to be able to hire them directly, which will ultimately hurt those who have been go-getters and help those who have a wait and see attitude.
To read the agreements and the full HVCC, go to>
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Effective JUly 1st Real Estate Regulations change - 06/05/08 03:43 PM
Efective July 1st, 2008, in order to become a real estate salesperson in NYS, you will be required to attend a 75 hour program of education versus the current 45 hour program currently required. There is no grandfathering and no exceptions to this rule, unless you are already a NYS licensed real estate salersperson in NYS.
There is a summary of the course content, proposed, as follows:                                                     Effective July 1, 2008- Proposed
REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON SYLLABUS
1. License Law and Regulations                   3 Hours
2.         Law of Agency                              11 Hours
3.         Legal Issues                               10 Hours
●          Estates & Interests                    3 Hours
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Home Inspection Contnuing Education Requirements in NYS - 06/05/08 03:30 PM
Home Inspectors are required to complete 24 hours of approved continuing education BEFORE they renew their licenses in NYS effective 2009. Those who renew in 2008 are required to show 6 hours, and then 24 hour therafter before they renew.
We have a variety of courses to meet these requirements as do many schools and educators throughout NYS. We recommedn if you have any questions, you can always visit our site at www.merrellinstitute.com  and the course listings available are listed and updated weekly.
All the best to professionals in NY State and throughout the USA
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Continuing Education for Appraisers in NYS - 06/05/08 03:28 PM
Appraisers are required to complete 28 hours of approved continuing education BEFORE they renew their licenses in NYS. Included in this course requirement now requires the completion of an approved 7 hour USPAP Update course, which is counted as part of the ceu hours for approved courses.
We have a variety of courses to meet these requirements as do many schools and educators throughout NYS. We recommedn if you have any questions, you can always visit our site at www.merrellinstitute.com  and the course listings available are listed and updated weekly.
All the best to professionals in NY State and throughout the USA
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Continuing Education Requirements for Real Estate in NYS - 06/05/08 03:26 PM
Real Estate Salespersons and Brokers are required to complete 22.5 hours of approved continuing education BEFORE they renew their licenses in NYS. Included in this course requirement now requires the completion of an approved fair housing class in NYS. These courses are listed as FH courses.
We have a variety of courses to meet these requirements as do many schools and educators throughout NYS. We recommedn if you have any questions, you can always visit our site at www.merrellinstitute.com  and the course listings available are listed and updated weekly.
All the best to professionals in NY State and throughout the USA
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