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Appraisal Inspection Vs. Home Inspection: Your Role as an Appraiser

McKissock

Appraisers often balk at assignments that require a more detailed inspection of the subject property (e.g., FHA appraisal assignments ) because they don’t want to be considered a “home inspector.” A home inspector might estimate the cost of certain repairs, but value opinions are left to the appraiser.

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GSEs further expand AVMs, desktop and hybrid appraisals

Housing Wire

The Federal Housing Finance Agency released voluminous plans last week developed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to make the housing market more equitable, in part through changes to the appraisal process. Non-traditional appraisals to the rescue. Appraisers have, in the past, fretted over liability and data reliability.

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Appraisal Foundation: Appraisers must take course on bias

Housing Wire

Reacting to headlines pointing to racial bias in some home appraisals, the Appraisal Foundation this week said that it would require all appraisers to take a seven-hour course focused on fair housing laws and bias. Soon after, the Appraisal Foundation took control of USPAP. 31, 2022.

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10 Appraisal Competencies Every Property Appraiser Should Master

McKissock

Whether you’re a new appraiser or a seasoned appraiser looking to grow your income, you probably want to know, “What appraisal competencies do I need to master in order to maximize my success?” Key appraisal competencies. Learn more in our free guide, The ROI of Professional Development for Appraisers.

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The “Science” Behind Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Appraisal

Appraisal Hub

For commercial properties, this also involves analyzing the business environment and potential for income generation. Physical Inspection: A thorough inspection of the property to assess its condition, quality of construction, and any features that may affect its value. At Appraisal Hub Inc.,

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4 Key Disclosures and Disclaimers for Hybrid Appraisal Reports

McKissock

The scope of work must disclose the extent the property was inspected. USPAP states that appraisal reports for real property must contain a signed certification indicating whether the appraiser has or has not personally inspected the subject property. Property inspection disclaimer.

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Revisiting Advisory Opinion 16

DataMaster

With two weeks to go until the deadline for comment submissions, we urge all appraisers to make their voice heard. This Opinion addresses Fair Housing Laws: Avoiding Bias in Real Property Appraisal and Appraisal Review Development Reporting. Advisory Opinion 16.

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