Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2023

The government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) approved six vendors following the roll-out of its new valuation initiative. The list includes some of the biggest names in the mortgage tech space — Solidifi, Class Valuation , Clear Capital , Mueller Services, Inc. Accurate Group and Black Knight ‘s Collateral Analytics LLC.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2023

and Bradford Technologies announced their partnership at the Valuation Expo in Las Vegas on Monday. As part of the partnership, Restb.ai’s AI technology will be integrated into Bradford Technologies’ report quality control processes. This is a service every appraiser needs to improve their inspection efficiency.”

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DataMaster

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

29, 2023 – Class Valuation is pleased to announce that Jennifer Tossavainen has joined the company as managing director of DataMaster, the gold standard for property data management software. The company’s mission to empower appraisers and real estate professionals is heightened with its appointment of Tossavainen as managing director.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

One of its most intriguing applications lies in the domain of appraisals. As industries grapple with the challenges of transparency, accuracy, and trustworthiness in valuation processes, blockchain emerges as a beacon of hope. This ensures that every valuation stands the test of time, free from potential manipulation.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 9, 2023

“The proposed guidance advises on policies that financial institutions may implement to allow consumers to provide financial institutions with information that may not have been considered during an appraisal or if deficiencies are identified in the original appraisal ,” the announcement states.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

Real estate technology has changed rapidly over the last few years, and property valuation is no exception. And to make that happen, lenders need a solution that streamlines the appraisal process and eliminates potential mistakes. Appraisals are often time-consuming.

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Boston Appraisal

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If you are buying or selling a property, or refinancing your home, you may encounter a real estate appraiser who will appraise your property based on its condition, features, location, and market trends and provide an appraisal valuation. The appraisal process is important for homeowners, buyers and sellers.

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Simonson Real Estate

JULY 10, 2020

While commercial appraisals are a central part of evaluating real estate, the appraisal process itself can be frustrating and confusing – primarily since each assessment depends on the scope and nature of the specific property. Key Appraisal Items to Communicate. Helpful Items to Provide for the Appraisal.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

With an increased demand for appraisals across the country, the need for efficiency during the appraisal process is greater than ever. Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN) is an industry-leading appraisal management company providing residential and commercial valuation services in all 50 states.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

Fannie Mae updated its Selling Guide on Wednesday to include more options for property valuations, saying that they are “moving away from implying that an appraisal is a default requirement.” Those options include value acceptance (formerly appraisal waivers), value acceptance plus property data and hybrid appraisals. “We

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Simonson Real Estate

DECEMBER 6, 2022

In 2022, Simonson Appraisals completed a steady stream of financing assignments with planned new construction or significant proposed renovations. On several occasions, we were presented information about construction or renovation plans well after the initial assignment was started. Defining the Appraisal Scope of Work.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 30, 2024

The significance of Reverse Mortgage Appraisal In the context of reverse mortgages, a crucial aspect is ensuring that the property’s value aligns with the loan terms, making the reverse mortgage appraisal process significant. This professional and attentive approach guarantees the accuracy and reliability of the appraisal.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2023

The housing regulator, led by Sandra Thompson, said it will look at the current regulatory framework for the industry , with a particular eye toward standards , qualification criteria, barriers to entry into the profession and appraisal practices. housing market in the future.

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DataMaster

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Replacing the old process with the new! Is it time to overhaul the appraisal process? By now, most appraisers have read the Request for Information (RFI) published by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on December 28, 2020. Appraisal Modernization. Many appraisers share Horn’s concerns.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Scot Rose , CIO at Class Valuation , to talk about innovation in the appraisal space and how the technology being deployed for appraisal modernization can actually protect appraisers. SW: How is Class Valuation leveraging AI? We have a ton of appraisers inside of class.

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Appraisal Hub

MARCH 5, 2021

If speed is an important factor for your next commercial property transaction, then you need a property appraiser that works fast. But even the most efficient appraisal firms can’t do their jobs if clients don’t provide the information they need. What happens during an appraisal? What can you do to speed up the process?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Appraisal management company Clear Capital , in the latest effort to revamp the appraisal process, hopes to automate property photo reviews to ensure data and photo consistency with its photo review product , ClearPhoto. United Wholesale Mortgage also hopes to make its stamp on the appraisal space.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 14, 2021

Appraisers are starting to get one-off requests from Fannie and Freddie for more information and an interior inspection, even though the property already had a COVID-alternative accepted. COVID has given the entire housing industry a chance to re-evaluate and use technology to make the process of buying a home faster.

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McKissock

MARCH 24, 2022

On March 23, 2022, the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) released a report entitled “Action Plan to Advance Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity.” Pages 5 and 6 of the report set forth 21 recommendations, termed “Agency Actions to Advance Valuation Equity.” Stay tuned.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Previously, we asked our real estate appraisal community, “What’s your favorite part of the appraisal process ?” This time, we asked appraisers, “What part of the appraisal process do you find the most challenging? What part of the appraisal process do you find the most challenging?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 28, 2020

According to FHFA director Mark Calabria, modernizing the appraisal process has the potential to create a more “streamlined and accurate collateral valuation process.” The comments we receive will inform how we will modernize appraisals to improve both loan quality and the origination process.”.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 2022

The leaders behind the continually evolving appraisal tech solutions at Reggora know exactly what it’s like to deal with inefficient appraisal processes. It was during this time that the two were exposed to the shortcomings of the appraisal and valuation process and took the initiative to transform it themselves.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Thompson said that “frictions in the appraisal process” can slow down the mortgage process, a problem she said is particularly acute in rural communities. Appraisers often spend much of their day driving from property to property, Thompson said. How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers?

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Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2023

Additionally, appraisals are conducted in much the same way today as they’ve been done for the last 60 years, she added. Appraising can be a subjective process in a lot of ways — as appraisers are always working within dollar ranges and imperfect information. Johnson said.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 2022

Clear Capital’s desktop appraisal solutions offer an easy way to obtain property information by pairing seasoned brokers and appraisers with innovative mobile phone technology, ClearInsight and CubiCasa. Duane Andrews, CEO, Clear Capital. lenders and nearly every mortgage investor.

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East Coast Appraisal

JULY 27, 2023

Investors employ diverse real estate appraisal and valuation methods that offer distinct benefits. Understanding these methods is essential for effective commercial and residential real estate valuation. Learn about the most common property valuation methods. Have questions about the appraisal process?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Jeff Allen brings more than 15 years of real estate valuation, data and analytics experience to the Clear Capital executive leadership team. OwnerInsight enables safe social distancing in the appraisal process by empowering homeowners to securely provide high-quality information and images of their homes without having an appraiser on-site.

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AmeriMac

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The appraisal industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with the emergence of alternate valuation products like the property inspection waiver program. In this blog post, we will look in-depth at alternate valuation products, how they work, and their potential to replace traditional appraisal methods.

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 20, 2021

Have you watched shows such as Shark Tank or The Profit and wondered how Kevin O’Leary or Marcus Lemonis calculate business valuation? That’s why we surveyed our business valuation experts, captured the 12 most frequently asked questions, and provided answers that can offer the guidance you need. So, how are businesses valued?

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

As a seasoned appraiser in the vibrant real estate market of Toronto, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the ever-evolving landscape of property valuation. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between appraisers and real estate agents.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2021

In today’s mortgage industry, many organizations have a unique real estate appraisal process that fits their exact business model. Unfortunately, most valuation management technologies follow a one-size-fits-all approach, making it difficult for mortgage lenders, credit unions, AMCs and appraisal firms to work together.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you are a lender or a borrower, you might be familiar with the valuation options available through Freddie Mac. It is a streamlined appraisal process designed to provide lenders and borrowers with a more efficient and cost-effective way of obtaining property valuations. How does ACE + PDR Function?

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Boston Appraisal

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. Leveraging Market Data The appraisal process begins with a thorough analysis of market data, focusing on sales of properties that share historical or antique characteristics.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2022

This will range from the technology used to conduct home appraisals and valuations, as well as the technology that lenders and appraisal vendors use to manage their operational workflows. The appraisal process, which isn’t simple to begin with, is becoming even more dynamic.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

LLC, a leading provider of real estate valuation solutions with their flagship valuation platform called – Profet.ai. is to empower our clients to arrive at precise and transparent real estate valuations,” says Daniel Mancino, VP of Data Solutions for PropMix. “We By integrating with PropMix’s Profet.ai

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

When real estate agents and appraisers work together seamlessly, clients benefit from well-informed decisions, transactions become smoother, and professional relationships are strengthened. There are many areas that appraisers and agents can inform and educate one another so that each of their jobs is done more successfully.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The appraiser obtains all relevant property characteristics and data such as measurements, room counts, condition, and quality, and utilizes this information in the report. This process has been the foundation of the appraisal process. What Are Hybrid Appraisals?

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