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Challenges and Opportunities in Appraising Mixed-Use Developments

Boston Appraisal

Mixed-use developments, which integrate residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial components within a single project, represent a modern approach to urban planning. However, appraising such complex properties presents unique challenges and opportunities for real estate professionals.

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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

The original forms were designed before the digital age, to be completed on typewriters. Appraisal software companies have innovated the process of “filling out “these forms, but they are still constrained with the original typewriter design. Really, appraisers have always thought this way.

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Lenders mandated to use FHA Catalyst for appraisals

Housing Wire

The FHA Catalyst: Electronic Appraisal Delivery module will allow for the administration to expand their data collection and analysis capabilities. Meanwhile, lenders can electronically submit, track and manage single-family property appraisals, the FHA said. How increased regulation presents a huge opportunity for lenders.

Appraisal 411
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How Do I Earn the MAI Designation?

Real Quantum

How Do I Earn the MAI Designation? Appraisers come in all shapes and sizes. However, appraisers who want to take their day job to the level of a serious career have some fantastic options to stand out from the crowd. But what is the MAI designation exactly, and how does someone go about applying? Keep reading to find out.

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Pros and Cons of Complex Property Appraisal: Insights from a Florida Appraiser

McKissock

In my previous blog post , I observed that specializing in complex property appraisal can be very profitable for the residential appraiser—in Florida and all across the U.S. Historic properties and/or neighborhoods. One-of-a-kind properties (no comps). Design (dome, log, etc.). Many gated communities.

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Appraisers Share Their Top Professional Goals for 2022

McKissock

Appraisal industry insiders tend to agree that 2022 will generally be a good year for appraisers. As real property appraisers look ahead to the new year, we wanted to know where they plan to focus their efforts and what they will strive to achieve. Maintain my current business (18%). Grow my business (7%).

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FREE Webinar: Update on Current VA Appraisal Topics

McKissock

Don’t miss this FREE update on VA appraisal topics on Wednesday, February 22nd from 11am-12pm ET. He was an independent fee appraiser on the VA panel for over 9 years prior to his current position. He was appointed to by the Governor of Arizona to serve on the State Board of Appraisals. Sign up now.