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Jeffrey Beal
Jeffrey L. Beal of Real Estate Solutions has 40 years' experience in multiple phases of the real estate industry, and has been a Certified General Appraiser since 1992. As such, he has consulted and testified as an expert in local, state and federal cases in a variety of matters related to real property or interests in real property where there is an issue of valuation, loss in value, damages or taxation. He is also an expert in issues involving zoning and variances. In addition, he is an expert on appraisal ethics and practice. He is comfortable in front of both a judge and a jury having taught appraisal and real estate courses since 2000 (4,000+ classroom hours). His teaching includes certificate, pre-licensing and continuing education courses at two-year and four-year colleges and private real estate schools.
Jeffrey's latest articles
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What are property taxes, and how are they calculated?
How property taxes are calculated, how they’re paid and whether they’re tax-deductible.
6 min read Apr 29, 2024 -
What credit score is needed to refinance your mortgage?
If you have bad credit, you need to find ways to compensate for the additional risk.
4 min read Apr 26, 2024 -
How does mortgage interest work?
Everything you always wanted to know, from how it’s calculated to how to get a good rate.
7 min read Apr 26, 2024 -
Down payment assistance: How it works and how to get it
Here’s how to find down payment assistance and what you’ll need to qualify.
8 min read Apr 19, 2024 -
How many VA loans can you have?
The VA mortgage program isn’t a one-time thing. Here’s how to get another helping.
6 min read Apr 17, 2024 -
Mortgage loan modification: What it is and how to get one
If you can’t pay your mortgage, you may be able to have it modified. Here’s what to look for.
8 min read Apr 16, 2024 -
What happens to your mortgage when you die?
When you pass away, your mortgage doesn’t suddenly disappear.
7 min read Apr 12, 2024