Integrity Appraisal, LLC.

02/13/2025

Milwaukee Real Estate Market 2025: Predictions, Trends, and What to Expect

Last January, I threw out my predictions on the Milwaukee real estate market as a whole. I think I did pretty well, but let's review. I anticipated rising home values, a competitive market, and a gradual increase in inv...

05/01/2024

Here's a summary of the real estate market in Milwaukee County based on the provided statistics:

04/06/2024

One question I get a lot when appraising is what constitutes a bedroom? When it comes to evaluating a property, the designation of a room as a "bedroom" can impact its value and appeal to potential buyers or renters. F...

03/20/2024

The recent decision by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) to mandate the disclosure of buyer agent compensation has ignited a firestorm of debate within the real estate community. While touted as a move towards t...

01/09/2024

Is an Appraisal Gap right for you as a buyer?

Appraisal Gaps have become more common as of late with the shortage of inventory and competitive seller's market. So what is an Appraisal Gap you ask? Suppose the Offer to Purchase includes an Appraisal Contingency, an...

01/03/2024

My predictions for the Milwaukee housing market in 2024!

It's always fun to post predictions so you can either look like a genius or get trolled on social media...so here's my two cents on what we can expect for 2024.

08/03/2023

My friend Jon Snodgrass from A+ Mortgage Services, Inc. had me on the 1st episode of the Snod Pod, talking mortgages and appraisals. Check it out!

Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, Racine, Ozaukee, Kenosha, and Walworth (Rock,  Sheboygan, and Jefferson Counties are serviced for an additional fee).

07/17/2023

Found out how to work around an appraisal coming in below contract price.

Appraisal Gap is the difference between the contract price and the appraised value. For instance, if a buyer writes an offer for $420,000 and the appraisal comes in at $380,000, the appraisal gap is $40,000.

02/28/2023

https://integrityappraisalmke.com/real-estate-blog/f/are-rising-interest-rates-scaring-off-buyers

We just listed this beautiful stone Colonial home last week in Wauwatosa, WI, to a parade of showings, as the recent interest rate hikes appear to have had no adverse effect.