Homogeneous banned from the appraisal lexicon

[shrubberyvaluation]

Nobody is telling you to stop using the word age to describe how old a house is. So you invented it as a thing ?

Some AMCs are saying not to use the term age. I didn't invent it.

 

[Mejappz]

If you believe that literally, then please stop appraising and find a way to indulge your anti woke message into speech writing for your fave candidate. Just give us a break from it.

You're insane. Why do I even waste time with you? Start another thread about the definition of market value.

 

[Elliott]

Chat GPT:

-"Why would the Fair Housing Act prohibit the use of the term homogeneous?"

-ChatGPT: "The Fair Housing Act is a federal law in the United States that prohibits discrimination in housing based on certain protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. The use of the term "homogeneous" in a housing context could potentially be seen as a way of promoting or enforcing discrimination against certain protected classes of people.
For example, if a housing provider advertised that a particular neighborhood was "homogeneous," this could be interpreted as meaning that the area was intended for or restricted to a particular racial or ethnic group. This could discourage people from other racial or ethnic groups from seeking housing in the area, leading to segregation and discrimination.

In general, the Fair Housing Act seeks to ensure that people are able to access housing without facing discrimination based on their race, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics. The use of terms like "homogeneous" can potentially be seen as promoting discriminatory practices, which is why the law prohibits such language in housing advertising and other contexts."

 

[Fernando]

I specifically use the word homogeneous when valuing high-end properties because the market is less homogenous. Homes are custom built. Homes vary in size. Lot sizes vary. Adjustments will be large. Nobody at that level wants to buy a home in a homogenous neighborhood.

Just say homes are custom built which is more specific and self-explanatory than homogenous. Agents don't use that word so appraisers shouldn't either unless they think they know better.

Microaggressions are dumb. I can ask someone, "Where are you from?" without any negative implication. I'm not racist. I just want to know where the person grew up or if they lived somewhere else besides here.

When a racist person asks, "where are you from?" and Cleveland isn't accepted as an answer, "Where are you really from?" then it's just plain old racism. It's not a microaggression.

 

[Fernando]

Chat GPT:

-"Why would the Fair Housing Act prohibit the use of the term homogeneous?"

-ChatGPT: "The Fair Housing Act is a federal law in the United States that prohibits discrimination in housing based on certain protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. The use of the term "homogeneous" in a housing context could potentially be seen as a way of promoting or enforcing discrimination against certain protected classes of people.
For example, if a housing provider advertised that a particular neighborhood was "homogeneous," this could be interpreted as meaning that the area was intended for or restricted to a particular racial or ethnic group. This could discourage people from other racial or ethnic groups from seeking housing in the area, leading to segregation and discrimination.

In general, the Fair Housing Act seeks to ensure that people are able to access housing without facing discrimination based on their race, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics. The use of terms like "homogeneous" can potentially be seen as promoting discriminatory practices, which is why the law prohibits such language in housing advertising and other contexts."

People who not woke should definitely use Chat GPT.

 

[Elliott]

-"What is a better way of explaining characteristics than homogeneous?"

-ChatGPT "When describing characteristics, "homogeneous" typically means that the group being described is similar or uniform in some way. However, there are many other ways to describe characteristics that can convey more specific information. Here are some examples:

Heterogeneous: This term refers to a group that is diverse or varied in some way. For example, a classroom with students from different backgrounds and with different learning styles is a heterogeneous group.

Unique: This term describes characteristics that are distinct or individual. For example, each person has unique physical features and personality traits.

Common: This term refers to characteristics that are shared by many or most members of a group. For example, most people have a common understanding of basic social norms.

Desirable/Undesirable: These terms describe characteristics that are valued or not valued by a particular group or society. For example, honesty and integrity are desirable traits, while dishonesty and greed are generally considered undesirable.

Variable: This term refers to characteristics that vary or fluctuate within a group. For example, the level of proficiency in a particular skill may vary among members of a group.

Consistent/Inconsistent: These terms describe the degree to which characteristics remain the same or change over time. For example, a person who consistently demonstrates strong leadership skills is seen as reliable and dependable, while a person who inconsistently shows leadership abilities may be viewed as unreliable.

Positive/Negative: These terms describe the perceived benefits or drawbacks of a particular characteristic. For example, a positive characteristic might be kindness, while a negative characteristic might be rudeness.

Overall, the choice of words used to describe characteristics will depend on the specific context and what aspects of the group are being emphasized."

.................

We've already been told we can't use the term 'desirable.'

 

[Mejappz]

We've already been told we can't use the term 'desirable.'

And both words are included in the Appraisal of Real estate 14th edition and the AI s Dictionary of Real estate Appraisal.

 

[Fernando]

And both terms are included in the Appraisal of Real estate 14th edition and the AI s Dictionary of Real estate Appraisal.

Bias books. That could explain the bias in appraisal reports.

 

[Mejappz]

Bias books.

Get in a new line, Nando. This one has run its course.

 

[Fernando]

Get in a new line, Nando. This one has run its course.

As long as we are aware of it, it's a good step.