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Opinion: tools for landlords to help low-income tenants

Housing Wire

The federal Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is a powerful tool to help low-income families find apartments they can afford, but the program isn’t reaching its potential because far too few landlords participate in it. Why don’t landlords participate? Congress has helped, as well.

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Balancing Art and Science in the Evolving Appraisal Industry

Appraisal Buzz

The emergence of more advanced data tools and analytics has been a game-changer for the industry. Modern tools can now compile and analyze vast datasets, providing appraisers with more accurate and comprehensive information than ever before. Opteon’s vanguard group tests and helps develop emerging technologies in the space.

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FAQs About Virtual Property Inspections with RemoteVal

McKissock

On April 12, 2023, McKissock Learning will host a FREE one-hour, non-credit Pro-Series webinar titled “Virtual Inspections with RemoteVal.” Plus, check out the FAQs below to learn some basic info about virtual property inspections with RemoteVal in advance of the webinar. Who developed this technology? Register now.

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Preparing Your Borrower for the Appraisal Inspection – Virtual or On-Site

Genworth MI Blog

The appraisal inspection is typically where such interactions occur, and this can be a stressful experience for the borrower. To relieve some of the stress, savvy loan officers educate their borrowers on what to expect from an appraisal inspection and how to prepare. Tips for an On-Site Appraisal Inspection. Managing the Visit.

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Are remote appraisals here to stay?

Housing Wire

Remote inspections have the power to make homeowners and appraisers more comfortable. Incenter Appraisal Management’s new remote appraisal inspection tool streamlines the appraisal process while ensuring appraisers stay in control of the inspection and data collection. Benefits the appraiser.

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Going to Extremes

Appraisal Buzz

Couple that with the new Florida regulation requiring HOAs to maintain reserve funds for future expenses related to maintenance and inspections, and it’s no surprise that HOA dues are soaring. ICON, an Austin based firm, has developed a 3D printed wall system. ICON houses have a two-hour rating for fire and reduce carbon emissions.

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Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry

Appraisal Buzz

Lamar: I have over 30 years of real estate valuation experience and hold the Appraisal Institute designations of MAI and SRA. The same data acquired from an aerial inspection has value to a number of real estate industries players. I remember using a 35 mm camera and having to get my pictures developed.

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