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Housing Wire
JUNE 14, 2022
Desktop appraisals and hybrid appraisals, where an independent third-party inspects the property, both “reduce costs to the borrower and reduce potential risk of bias by creating greater separation between the appraiser and borrower,” wrote Fannie Mae. Non-traditional appraisals to the rescue.
Genworth MI Blog
AUGUST 31, 2022
Enact’s David Foster recently spoke with MortgageOrb about how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted inspections and appraisals, the changes we see today, and other appraisal factors to consider. Q: How have inspections and appraisals been impacted since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?
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Appraisal Today
MARCH 15, 2024
Unlike the standardized expectations of urban and suburban properties, rural properties often present unique characteristics that require a nuanced approach to valuation. It is not hard to learn the valuation factors. I had niece who had several horses for many years where she lived.
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.
Padove Appraisal Service
JANUARY 11, 2019
Most attempts to remove the appraisal requirement have included use of an automated valuation model (AVM). In short, any reliable valuation of a home requires the expertise of a local appraiser. Without a home appraisal waiver, FNMA and FHMLC retain the right to require lenders to purchase back a loan when valuation issues arise.
The Robert Weiler Company
MAY 14, 2021
The following guide walks readers through all the definitional terms involved in the estate planning and real estate appraisal process (also referred to as an appraisal for estate planning purposes) and how best to prepare when, eventually, we will all boldly leave this Earth. How Are Real Estate Appraisals Related to Estate Planning?
Appraisal Today
OCTOBER 6, 2023
All Advisory Opinions, Frequently Asked Questions and the recently launched Reference Manual will now be part of a standalone publication called the 2024 USPAP Guidance and Reference Manual. You can also purchase a linked digital version of the eUSPAP and Guidance and Reference Manual and get seamless access across both documents.
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