The Appraisal Institute Chapters are here, like always. Dependable, working on what will benefit our members. Connecticut is here to provide education and support to residential and commercial appraisers. Supporting National AI and moving the Institute and Chapters forward.
Back in August, it seemed like the whole real estate industry was waiting /hoping that the Fed would lower the short-term borrowing rate. Daily financial news kept us on edge. What would the Fed do? When would it do it? Would it be too little, too late, and maybe create a recession? Whew!!
GDP looks like a full three for Q3. Actual Q3, 2.8 q/q, good enough. And inflation at two for the 12 months of the most recent period based on Personal Expenditures Consumer Price Index. With expected unemployment of 4.1% for October, employment has so many points of light, it’s bright. Actual unemployment from DOL?
Long awaited, the Federal Reserve dropped the “benchmark” federal funds rate to the 4.75 to 5% range, a 50 basis point drop. The statement from the Fed’s rate-setting committee noted the decrease was made “in light of the progress on inflation and the balance of risks.
Dennis Chanski is principal of Speno Chanski Appraisal Associates, LLC, Hebron, Conn.
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The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) did not disappoint in NYC. Out of the box at the annual meeting of the CRE, NYC is active, if not vibrant. A grand variety of sub market volcanic eruptions. The five Burroughs are caring and sharing. And transactions are occurring and activity ramping.
It’s been only about six months since I wrote an article on why remote work was here to stay, a way of life. The data showed that, at a minimum, working from home would be most of the time, with perhaps only a few visits to the office to catch up, meet up, and see what’s new.
It’s not a generalization to say that appraisers and the appraisal profession are deliberative, and can be hesitant to change without proven reasons to do so. But change is here. Appraisers are now faced with evaluating AI technology and how the technology can-and-will-impact appraisal theory and practice. This technology has evolved in the past couple of years to have capabilities that appraisers can use to their advantage.
Connecticut, often recognized for its picturesque landscapes, quaint towns, and proximity to major metropolitan areas, has been a desirable place for property owners, especially for those investing in apartment buildings. However, recent years have seen a significant rise in apartment tax assessments,
Fall is a time for change. The last summer romp and first frost, at least in the northeast. A good time to take a leap forward. Pardon the shorthand and flagrant redundancy, deliberated to reflect the rhythm that is apparent.
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