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Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

Housing Wire

HousingWire recently spoke with Erin Reed, vice president of originations, valuations and operations at ServiceLink about approaching appraisal modernization in an innovative way while addressing logistical challenges along the way. . HousingWire: Why should lenders consider appraisal modernization and how can it benefit borrowers?

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Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal?

Appraiserblogs

It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. Despite its roots in a methodology designed to support appraisers, Value. It’s time to grab your popcorn and… The post Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal?

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Appraisal modernization: What is going on with the forms?

Housing Wire

Here it is: another article about appraisal modernization. The FHFA RFI responses to appraisal modernization are a treasure trove of insight into ideas and options for modernization from a wide variety of respondents. The changes will impact just about everything and everyone in the collateral valuation space.

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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. These forms became fixed in the mortgage industry and have remained the standard for decades.

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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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The Role of Appraisal Review in the Risk System – Appraisal Revisions

Appraisal Buzz

After many years of reading appraisal reports, my response is “One that leaves the reader with few unanswered questions, allows the data to tell the story, keeps appraiser interventions to a minimum and is able to present a case for what a property is worth, as well as what it is not worth.”. Appraisal Modernization.

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1004 Desktop appraisals: A monumental step forward for appraisal modernization

Clear Capital

Over the past few years, leading companies from across the industry have modernized and transformed how appraisals are manufactured to streamline the lending process and improve the borrower’s experience. Today’s Selling Guide change presents a great opportunity for mortgage lenders and the borrowers they serve. or its subsidiaries.