Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

Appraisers will be presented with the data elements needed to report the characteristics of the subject property, and analyze the market, comparables, and other necessary parts of the appraisal process. Only those data and report elements that are important for the scope of work will be presented to the appraiser.

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Housing Wire

JULY 29, 2021

How to reduce appraisal turn times and improve the borrower experience. To streamline the appraisal process, Voxtur has launched a new workflow with better data and mobility to improve customer satisfaction. Presented by: Voxtur. Melody Taylor will serve as the task force’s executive director.

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Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2023

At Tavant , they’re taking a look at the past and present of appraisals to prepare for a better future. Problems with the current state of appraisals One of the current problems with appraisal is the barrier to entry, said Dawn Svedberg, vice president of sales for Tavant.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 11, 2022

Rodman Schley, president of appraisal trade association the Appraisal Institute , called the Federal Housing Finance Agency ’s findings, which it presented in a December blog post , “unacceptable,” and said more work is required to recognize and interrupt unconscious bias. Were they exemplary, or at the bottom of the heap?”.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 9, 2022

So, the real question is: How are appraisers following USPAP and meeting competency requirements if there is absolutely no education on the subject of “Log Home Valuation?” Presently, there are several new rules and regulations that could result in major USPAP violations, but those rules vary upon the state, county and/or township.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

A 2017 study conducted by the National Association of Realtors found that “lack of training, downward trends in compensation, and increasing regulation,” were driving both existing and would-be appraisers away from the industry. Navigating appraisal challenges in today’s housing market. Presented by: PCV Murcor.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Homeowners, Don’t Make These Appraisal Mistakes When Selling Your Home As a real estate appraiser, I have seen many mistakes that sellers make during the appraisal process. These mistakes can significantly impact the value of a property and even lead to an appraisal being lower than the contract price.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Students appreciate the well-organized, easy to comprehend content presented by experts in simplifying complex concepts likely to be included in the state exam, as well as the visual aids for assistance with retention and understanding. 6 months course access Ridgeline: All features of Base + Livestream option and Forms Training 101.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

When all required data input fields are completed, the data file is delivered to the lenders, same as it is today, and the data fields are formatted and presented in a manner that a “form” is printable or can be turned into a PDF so that the appraisal can be viewed.

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Clear Capital

JULY 14, 2023

Inspection-based appraisal waivers — filling the gaps in traditional waivers For many years, there have only been two options for lenders — a traditional appraisal or an appraisal waiver. Now, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac offer inspection-based appraisal waivers.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Secondly, this will allow technology companies, lenders, and appraisers to develop new processes and technologies around desktops. Appraisal Technology was front and center at this show. Kenon Chen from Clear Capital discussed the digitization of the appraisal process. This is an unprecedented situation.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Today’s announcement from Fannie Mae — the incorporation of 1004 Desktop appraisals into their Selling Guide for many new purchase loans — is a big step forward in the journey to a fully modern appraisal process. We applaud this move and are dedicated to supporting lenders in the adoption of 1004 Desktop appraisals.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

How Home Appraisers Decide on the Value of Your Property. There are many reasons you may need to know the value of your property and for this, you need a home appraisal. Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

They then carefully assess each comparable property’s similarities and differences to the subject property, making adjustments as needed to ensure accuracy in the pricing process. The final CMA report presents findings and recommendations to clients, allowing them to make well-informed decisions in their real estate transactions.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 30, 2024

These appraisals provide an unbiased estimation of a property’s value, taking into account various factors such as location, condition, size, and recent sales of similar properties in the area. Understanding the commercial real estate appraisal process is crucial for anyone involved in the buying or selling of commercial properties.

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McKissock

APRIL 6, 2021

In this one-hour, non-credit Pro-series webinar , presenter Rob McClelland will teach you how to create, maintain, and retain your workfiles in digital form. Now is the time to move beyond spreadsheets, modernize your company practices, and see the possibilities that come with using tools built by appraisers, for appraisers.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Efforts to increase consistency and accuracy in the property data collection and inspection process should be celebrated, and are key to improving public trust in the appraisal process. It’ll also help build confidence in the accuracy of hybrid appraisals. You might be thinking, “Wait, what’s ClearInsight again?”

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McKissock

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Appraisal Review: What a Bank Reviewer Wishes You Knew. What do bank reviewers and underwriters focus on when reviewing residential appraisals and why? Are you about to take your Appraisal Licensing and Certification exam and have knots in your stomach? Fannie Mae Q3 2020 Appraisal Update. Understanding Mutual Funds.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 4, 2022

The mortgage industry is on its way to modernizing the appraisal process. In early February, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored entities (GSEs), incorporated desktop appraisals into their Selling Guides beginning in March 2022. What are some of the benefits of desktop appraisals?

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Boston Appraisal

JUNE 24, 2019

The Other Side of the Coin: The Appraisal Process Doesn’t Always Reflect the Contributed Value of Green Features. Sometimes, appraisals do not reflect the perceived value of these improvements, to the dismay of building owners. Keeping Up with Green Trends: Appraisers Are Catching Up Quickly.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Whether you’re selling your home to begin a new adventure or refinancing your existing home, getting an appraisal with the value you want is an important hurdle to clear. You may feel that the appraisal process is out of your control, but there are many easy and inexpensive ways to get both yourself and your home ready.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Because a home equity loan very specifically involves the difference between the current value of your home and what is still left on the mortgage, it stands to reason that those lenders will want to know exactly what the property is worth – which is why in the vast majority of all situations, an appraisal will be required.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Because a home equity loan very specifically involves the difference between the current value of your home and what is still left on the mortgage, it stands to reason that those lenders will want to know exactly what the property is worth – which is why in the vast majority of all situations, an appraisal will be required.

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Walitt Solutions

JULY 28, 2019

Is this so-called “new” process new at all? During my presentation, I reviewed with the audience a number of appraisal scenarios that have been common practice for decades – often in spaces outside of first mortgage lending. The appraiser relies on a non-appraiser to measure and collect subject property data.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

But ROVs, Tidewater initiatives, upset owners, and those who will play the racist card will be omni-present. How does the appraiser get through such anti-appraiser gyrations? However, this author is optimistic that process changes from each of the root causes for revisions have had some level of contribution to the decline.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Clear cCapital just announced that we have acquired a Finnish proptech startup called CubiCasa and CubiCasa is incredibly exciting technology that enables anyone with a smartphone and no training to do a 10-minute walkthrough a property and get a fully detailed, accurate floorplan with gross living area. Jeff Allen. Shaival Shah.

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