Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

With these tools, lenders are poised to see “shorter loan cycle times, lower consumer costs, and an improved borrower experience,” the company said in a statement. Fannie Mae’s program, which began earlier this year, is part of its ongoing efforts to modernize the valuation component of the mortgage industry.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Inspex is a new, DIY home inspection and valuations app that empowers lenders to provide their customers with a simple, contactless option. Not just a photo-collection tool, Inspex significantly reduces inspection wait times by as much as 50 percent – improving the experience for everyone. Inspex TM by Xome.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 6, 2024

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. Areas more exposed to such risk are likely to see increased volatility in valuations.”

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2021

RemoteVal is a powerful new remote appraisal inspection tool takes all the time and labor-saving promise of remote valuations and makes it real. Product Fast Facts. #1.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 23, 2021

With the onset of the pandemic, the GSEs introduced temporary flexibilities to the appraisal process which enabled the path for major advancements in 3D scanning, guided inspection applications and data-driven solutions. Smart innovation and prudent risk management tools are needed to assess the risk profile of the loan and the property.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Scot Rose , CIO at Class Valuation , to talk about innovation in the appraisal space and how the technology being deployed for appraisal modernization can actually protect appraisers. SW: How is Class Valuation leveraging AI? How is Class Valuation rising to that challenge?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2023

Real estate valuation technology provider Clear Capital on Thursday launched Universal Data Collection (UDC), a product designed to support appraisal modernization. The UDC product provides lenders with tools for scalability, interchangeability and loan management, according to a statement.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

Over the last several years, significant technology trends continue to change the way people interact and work, and collateral valuation is no exception. This unique valuation offering is bolstered by the industry’s largest, most comprehensive database of property and homeowner information and recorded document images.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The most important thing a lender can do right now is make sure they are defining criteria and tools to make sure they are only using the vendors that are delivering quality collateral reports to them. HW: What tools does Jaro offer to help AMCs, appraisal desks and lenders manage risk?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2023

They can do this by applying advanced technology — digital title solutions, automated inspection and appraisal tools, consumer-facing scheduling apps and eClosing solutions — and working with you to optimize your internal workflows and processes. Leading-edge technology products/solutions. Technology has made title a whole new game.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2022

“They give you the ability to scale the amount of appraisals you can do with the current appraiser population that you have, and that’s an important part of all the modernization initiatives that have been going on,” said Scot Rose, chief innovation officer at Class Valuation. Be prepared to leverage it and to leverage these tools.”.

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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 Buzz

JANUARY 24, 2022

Learn about all of the new features in RemoteVal – a free inspection app for appraisers! RemoteVal has added a Dynamic Floor Plan Creator, in addition to allowing the appraiser to visually inspect the property in real-time on the date of inspection. We sat down with our hosts to get the inside scoop on this upcoming webinar.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

A Fannie Mae survey published in mid-May found that mortgage lenders see value in appraisal modernization, specifically in the implementation of non-traditional appraisals and inspection-based appraisal waivers. Lenders also mentioned concerns and roadblocks with adopting new appraisal modernization tools.

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Housing Wire

MAY 31, 2021

One of the most challenging aspects in a real estate transaction is the valuation process. Black Knight’s REvolution suite provides appraisers and other valuation professionals with a seamless appraisal process from property inspection to report delivery. And, the impact of the pandemic has complicated this process even further.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

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. The post Are remote appraisals here to stay?

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 27, 2022

Class Valuation, McKissock, and DataMaster are hosting a Free webinar on “ Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry ” June 28th at 2 pm with Mel Black, Matt Simmons, Jared Preisler, and Lamar Ellis. Lamar: I have over 30 years of real estate valuation experience and hold the Appraisal Institute designations of MAI and SRA.

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Housing Wire

MAY 11, 2021

Unfortunately, the ability to obtain information on individual property data about these two factors is hard to come by, short of an interior physical inspection. This is why most automated valuation models (AVM) default to assessing “average” quality and condition. Difficult, But Not Impossible.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 31, 2021

Clear Capital’s suite of field valuations, real estate analytics, and platform technology solutions help servicers prevent fraud, check the accuracy of completed appraisals and broker price opinions (BPOs), conduct portfolio valuation analysis and updates, and help with disposition analysis on distressed loans.

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AmeriMac

JUNE 28, 2023

In recent times, alternative valuation products have emerged as a popular solution that investors can use to gain insights into the worth of their assets. Alternative valuation products offer a unique way to determine property value. Investors are always on the lookout for ways to make informed, data-driven decisions.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 12, 2022

And I remember the first time I started using a digital camera instead of a 35mm camera to take pictures during my inspections. Enter the next new and cool tool. Before we talk about this new tool, let me share an experience I recently had. Ironically, when making the inspection myself, no interior walls need to be provided.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2021

“Essentially, we are concentrating on helping appraisers master USPAP, so they can more easily apply these tools in their day-to-day appraisal practice.” ” In concert with the required seven-hour course, the Appraisal Standards Board announced that it will extend the current edition of the USPAP through Dec. 31, 2022.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

CAPE Analytics has unveiled a new, AI-powered , automated property condition report (aPCR) tool crafted for institutional lenders, whole loan investors, and real estate investors. The common understanding of valuation, inspection and even property value is shifting, as more and more technology-enabled alternatives are emerging.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Working with some of the nation’s largest banks and mortgage servicers, offering asset management, property disposition, title, close, valuation, and field services through an integrated, technology-driven platform. The app, Inspex , provides lenders a way to offer borrowers an easy valuation that accelerates loan application approvals.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

Powerful AI tools are already transforming residential real estate and forward-thinking agents are paying attention. In this article, I will explain the history of AI, the projected financial impact on real estate and the cutting-edge tools available today for savvy agents. The good news is that the early adopters will thrive.

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Clear Capital

JULY 14, 2023

As the real estate and mortgage industries work to modernize the home valuation process, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to offer new alternatives to the traditional home appraisal. The introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers offers an increasingly positive impact to both lenders and consumers.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

For example, from a scheduling standpoint, 58% of survey respondents stated they would be very likely/likely to self-schedule their appraisal, inspection and/or closing appointment online if the option was available to them. Phil King is vice president, principal product manager, EXOS Valuations at ServiceLink.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Lenders and stakeholders allowed for some level of inspection relief with these two new appraisal products. During 2020 and 2021 as the Covid-19 pandemic global pandemic disrupted our lives and the way we all do business, regulators, agencies, and the government sponsored enterprises allowed inspection relief in certain circumstances.

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Appraiserblogs

OCTOBER 21, 2021

She told the MBA attendees that both... Related Posts: Homeowners Providing Interior Home Data Clear Capital is launching a new homeowner-enabled appraisal inspection tool the week of March 30.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 31, 2021

BB: EXOS One Marketplace is an asset decisioning tool that gives servicers and investors unprecedented visibility of assets throughout the entire lifecycle. When auction is the optimal disposition strategy, it uses current valuations and data modeling to determine the optimal auction sale price and timeline.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

The initial phase involves conducting a thorough inspection to identify any necessary repairs or improvements that could increase the property’s value and attractiveness. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all systems, including heating, plumbing, and electrical systems, are in working order to pass home inspections.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 1, 2022

Clear Capital , a national real estate valuation technology company, today announced the expansion of its Clear Capital Partner Network , which aims to collaborate with innovative companies to help lenders accelerate the adoption of modern appraisals and other technology advancements. March 1, 2022 —. Innovation for All.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

REO properties represent business opportunities for appraisers, as property valuations may be needed for pre-foreclosure, loan workouts, short sales, asset evaluation, and more. However, inspecting these types of properties can be dangerous. It is a good idea to take another person along when inspecting REO properties.

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Clear Capital

AUGUST 30, 2023

Reno, NV – August 30, 2023 – Clear Capital , the national real estate valuation technology company, today announced a partnership with LenderX , a leading real-estate valuations SaaS provider, to deliver its lenders access to AURA , Clear Capital’s automated collateral underwriting solution.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 11, 2023

“The second part of the strategy is to offer a wider variety of valuation options.” From a modernization perspective, we want to promote consistent and fair valuation outcomes, simplify the loan manufacturing process, reduce borrower costs and effectively manage risk. If we can check those boxes, we succeed.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

Always include your contact information and a call to action, such as an offer for a free home valuation. In this complimentary meeting, we’ll go through your property, and I’ll give you my expert recommendations on repairs to make, renovations that’ll provide the best return, and, of course, a current market valuation of your property.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

Understanding the Roles: Agents and Appraisers: Real estate agents bring their expertise in marketing and negotiations, while appraisers provide impartial and accurate property valuations. Navigating Complex Properties: In cases of unique or complex properties, agents and appraisers collaborate to ensure accurate valuations.

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