Collateral Evaluation Services

05/30/2023

Here's a quick explanation of what is the difference between evaluation and appraisal; watch this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gw2qhGzAR_Y&ab_channel=CESValuations

If you're looking for an appraisal management company that can provide you with top-notch and due diligent service without the need for an in-house real estate evaluation management program, go to https://cesvaluations.com/contact-us/ to get started.

Susan Humphreys, CES Director of Commercial Evaluations tell us the difference between an Evaluation and an Appraisal. CES can help with your Commercial and ...

05/25/2023

Let CES help you with your appraisal and collateral evaluation services needs. We seamlessly integrate into the fabric of your daily banking operations, eliminating the need for an in-house real estate evaluation management program. Our credentials and deep experience change how you do business and drive significant cost savings.

Visit our website to learn more and get in touch with our team: https://cesvaluations.com/

05/23/2023

Following two years of pandemic-related volatility, the Texas real estate market showed signs of stabilization in 2022, according to the 2022 Texas Real Estate Year in Review report released today by Texas Realtors. Consistent growth in sales prices throughout all major MSAs, a smaller range between original list prices and sales prices, and a decline in sales reveal a steadying market trend.

Lower unemployment rates increased per capita income, and continued population growth contributed to a strong seller's market in most areas of Texas. These robust economic conditions favored sellers as the housing supply and prices increased. The number of Texas home sales cooled slightly from 2021 while the median price hit another record-breaking high.

Marcus Phipps, the chairman of Texas Realtors, said that 2022 was a year of encouraging trends and stabilization for Texas real estate, and the economic conditions throughout the state resulted in another year of high demand, while the report data indicates that market dynamics have largely leveled out after the 2020 pandemic.

James P. Gaines, Ph.D., a research economist with the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University, commented that
the federal funds rate is expected to plateau in 2023, influencing mortgage and construction financing rates. Although the Texas economy is robust, we anticipate sales to return to typical levels due to increasing construction and mortgage lending rates. The low months of inventories indicate that supply will still be constrained. Work-from-home arrangements also appear to be set in stone, which lessens one of the factors that influence people's decision to move. This aspect can start to slow down the rate of home sales in Texas.

Read the full article here:
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/texas-housing-market-stabilized-in-2022-after-recovering-from-pandemic-shock-301768385.html

/PRNewswire/ -- Following two years of pandemic-related volatility, the Texas real estate market showed signs of stabilization in 2022, according to the 2022...

05/17/2023

Environmental Site Assessments are designed to identify potential environmental risks and liabilities associated with a property.

These risks can include the presence of hazardous materials, contaminated soil or groundwater, or other environmental concerns. By identifying these risks early on in the due diligence process, property investors can make informed decisions about their investments and avoid costly environmental liabilities down the road.

The goal of an ESA is to evaluate the risks associated with these environmental liabilities and provide recommendations for mitigation.

Click on the link to read our full blog with everything you need to know about protecting your investment property through ESAs.

https://cesvaluations.com/protecting-your-property-investment-why-environmental-assessments-matter/

CES helps financial institutions throughout the United States with due diligence on all types of loan collateral by serving as their “Virtual Appraisal Department™”. We seamlessly integrate into the fabric of your daily banking operations, eliminating the need for an in-house real estate evalu...

05/11/2023

If you're investing in a property, you’ll want to consider environmental site assessments (ESAs). They are a crucial part of the due diligence process and can help identify potential hazards, comply with regulations, and protect your investment and reputation.

In this article, we'll explore the different types of environmental site assessments and why mitigating those risks is important before they become a problem.

https://cesvaluations.com/protecting-your-property-investment-why-environmental-assessments-matter/

CES helps financial institutions throughout the United States with due diligence on all types of loan collateral by serving as their “Virtual Appraisal Department™”. We seamlessly integrate into the fabric of your daily banking operations, eliminating the need for an in-house real estate evalu...

05/09/2023

Do you know that CES is known for its Due Diligence Consulting?

Collateral Evaluation Services understands that its clients need more than just appraisal, evaluation, and environmental-type due diligence for its collateral.

CES provides its clients with additional expertise, including market analysis, educational services, and appraisal department audits.

We also offer access to loan underwriting, property inspections, property flood determination analyses, zoning compliance, property insurance review, title reports, attorneys for loan closing documentation, construction loan management, vendor management, asset management, and property management.

This is the crux of our due diligence consulting, which provides our clients with a robust suite of services.

Learn more at https://cesvaluations.com/services/due-diligence-consulting/

CES helps financial institutions throughout the United States with due diligence on all types of loan collateral by serving as their “Virtual Appraisal Department™”. We seamlessly integrate into the fabric of your daily banking operations, eliminating the need for an in-house real estate evalu...

04/27/2023

CES is the number 1 Virtual Appraisal Department out there.

For over a decade, CES has served over 160 community, regional and national banks and credit unions by performing their real estate appraisals, evaluations, environmental site assessments, property inspections, and more.

Learn more at https://cesvaluations.com/about-us/.

CES helps financial institutions throughout the United States with due diligence on all types of loan collateral by serving as their “Virtual Appraisal Department™”. We seamlessly integrate into the fabric of your daily banking operations, eliminating the need for an in-house real estate evalu...

04/25/2023

Thank you, Tim! It is a pleasure working with you as well!

If you are ready for world-class appraisal management services with a team of experienced, licensed professionals and state-of-the-art technology, then check out our website!

https://cesvaluations.com

04/19/2023

Commercial real estate in North Texas is flourishing!

Here’s a look at the latest new projects registered in North Texas with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, a list of new construction, renovations, and alterations in Dallas, Fort Worth, and beyond.

All projects listed are public records.
https://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2023/03/08/new-projects-north-texas-march-3-7.html

Here’s a look at the latest new projects registered in North Texas.

04/19/2023

"Appraisers don't come up with the value; the market comes up with the value. It's the appraiser's job to understand and report what is happening in the market." - Jeff Lagrew, CES' Chief Review Appraiser

Learn more in this video about how appraisers determine the value.

Watch the YouTube video here, or on our website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poVJjS8dZFs&ab_channel=CESValuations

Jeff Lagrew, CES' Chief Review Appraiser tells us how appraisers come up with value. CES can help with your Commercial and Residential Appraisals, Evaluation...

04/14/2023

Are you still hesitant on getting an online property appraisal?

This article will show you the advantages of getting an online property appraisal even when interest rates are rising. This is an excellent option for those who currently own commercial real estate.

Click here to read the full article: https://cesvaluations.com/the-advantages-of-getting-an-online-property-appraisal-even-when-interest-rates-are-rising/

CES helps financial institutions throughout the United States with due diligence on all types of loan collateral by serving as their “Virtual Appraisal Department™”. We seamlessly integrate into the fabric of your daily banking operations, eliminating the need for an in-house real estate evalu...

04/12/2023

North Texas’ housing affordability is shrinking, with more people being priced out of homeownership and more residents hit with record-high rents.

Find out in this article the five reasons why fewer North Texans can afford homes:
https://www.dallasnews.com/news/2023/03/03/5-ways-north-texas-housing-affordability-is-shrinking/

More households can’t afford the stress and strain of home prices, mortgages, rents and inflation