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A Log Home Valuation

Appraisal Buzz

The question is raised as to what is the real problem with log home valuation and what is the problem with appraisers working in the niche log home market? It’s apparent when someone has little to no knowledge regarding log home valuation. Most appraisers would gladly take a log home valuation class if it was offered to the public.

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loanDepot settles appraisal bias lawsuit 

Housing Wire

Instead of Connolly and Mott greeting the appraiser, a white colleague was present during the process. ” The settlement agreement does not resolve or release any claims against 20/20 Valuations and Lanham. ” The settlement agreement does not resolve or release any claims against 20/20 Valuations and Lanham.

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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

Using the form structure, GSEs have been ingesting these eclectic abbreviations to develop a large database of residential valuation. Appraisers will be presented with the data elements needed to report the characteristics of the subject property, and analyze the market, comparables, and other necessary parts of the appraisal process.

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FHFA’s RFI on appraisals is a critical inflection point

Housing Wire

One significant factor behind the lack of evolution in the appraisal industry is that the American housing market has grown at a much higher rate than the pool of licensed professionals that are legally certified to appraise residential real estate. Presented by: PCV Murcor. And appraisal waivers would be informed, not blind.

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The hybrid appraisal is here. Who benefits?

Housing Wire

A certification lightens the legal liability of bias. Both desktop and hybrid appraisals, according to Fannie Mae, “have the benefit of reducing contact between borrowers and appraisers, thus lowering the likelihood of valuations being affected by personal or unconscious biases.”. Presented by: Reggora.

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6 best Michigan real estate schools for 2024

Housing Wire

Although the course options aren’t presented in the clearest manner on the website, students appreciate the options. Choose from 4 hr elective (Court Cases + Reports) & 2 hr legal update & more Virtual: Required 6 hrs of 1st-yr renewal coursework. Live class via Zoom on designated dates / times.

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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

In high-stakes eminent domain cases, where valuation opinions diverge to a significant degree, an appraiser must be prepared to zealously defend the opinion being given under what can sometimes be grueling cross-examination by the other side’s lawyer.

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