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Supreme Court orders review of recession-era class action against Rocket

Housing Wire

million stemming from allegedly tainted appraisals for 2,769 mortgage loans Quicken Loans originated from 2004 to 2009. The facts of this case are clear, and demonstrate that our practices were compliant and that the refinance loans we provided benefited our West Virginia clients,” a Rocket spokesperson said.

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ANSI Square Footage Standards: What Agents and Appraisers Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

It is in our interest, as competent real estate professionals, to be aware of the ever-changing valuation landscape so that we can help our clients better understand the appraisal and financing process. Craig Morley, GAA, MNAA, is owner and managing partner of Accurity Valuation–Morley & McConkie LC in St. Craig Morley.

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Appraisal Institute Counters Flawed Appraiser Bias Narrative

Appraisal Today

For too long, appraisers have faced sweeping claims that their valuations are biased against certain groups, despite appraisers’ ethical standards, rigorous training, and lack of financial stake in transactions. Acres, Built in 2004 Cape Cod style, it is not. bath, 5,258 sq.ft. Manchester-By-The-Sea. He has been around for a long time.

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Appraiser Scam – Be Careful!

Appraisal Today

Custom-built in 2004, the 50,275-square-foot mountain spread sits on 75 acres just west of Denver. Surprisingly, few appraisers use speaking opportunities to attract new appraisal clients. In a 2020 Voice of the Appraiser study by Valuation Review, 46% of appraisers listed low fees as the greatest concern for their profession.