Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

126 Transactly 3,852% 2017 Real estate transaction platform providing automation, integrations and tech-enabled services that significantly reduce process time. 193 CertifID 2,807% 2017 A company dedicated to fighting wire fraud for the real estate industry. 5000 – 2023 Additionally, two appraisal firms were named to the Inc.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 26, 2017

The Chicago Association of Realtors has released the 2017 Chicago Residential Lease for apartments, condominiums, single-family homes, and townhomes. In their post from January 4, 2017, the updated 2017 Chicago residential lease with the new security deposit interest rates can found. Let me know in the comments below.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 18, 2022

This week I have a bonus article for my appraisal colleagues who are interested in becoming expert appraisal witnesses in eminent domain cases. Appraising property in an eminent domain case requires unique expertise and skills. Appraising property in an eminent domain case requires unique expertise and skills.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

A welcome sign—which points to a continuously improving economy—is that homes in low-income Opportunity Zones are keeping pace with the real-estate market as properties in 62% of these areas saw an increase in values during the third quarter. Low-income Opportunity Zones were established by Congress in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

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Miller Samuel

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The next board meeting is coming up tomorrow and Friday, and it is a seminal moment for the Appraisal Institute. Your role as a member of the board of directors is critical to the Appraisal Institute's future. Current CEO Jim Amorin was made president (for the second time) in 2017. Here is my favorite chart of the presentation.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 7, 2022

Local markets spotlights 5 different areas across the country, showcasing what is uniquely happening in those housing markets. Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. San Diego, California. 2% to $129,000, according to NAR numbers.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 9, 2024

Rick Allen has been promoted to chief operating officer (COO) at Optimal Blue , a provider a secondary marketing software. Prior to joining Optimal Blue in 2017 as vice president of business strategy, Allen built his decades of experience across both the lending and vendor sides of the housing industry.

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Housing Wire

MAY 16, 2024

The subsequent housing market crash sharply reduced that number to an average of about 50,000 originations per year from the late 2010s through 2020. An analysis of the fourth reduction in October 2017 found that it had its intended effect. per square foot, or 3.5 per square foot, or 3.5

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Redfin’s Homebuyer Demand Index hit a new all-time high since at least 2017, according to a new report from Redfin , a real estate brokerage. This is a sign of strong ongoing housing demand during a time of year when the market typically slows.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 19, 2024

The Sopranos – Lupertazzi’s Rough Up Appraiser To watch, click the video above. Members of the Lupertazzi Crime Family rough up an appraiser who is involved with Tony’s HUD scam. I will never forget “I’m only the appraiser!” Therefore, the appraisal industry must begin to push back.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 13, 2023

How to Level Up as an Appraiser By Conrad Meertins Jr. For example, are you competent to prepare an entire appraisal from start to finish? But what if the appraisal form was completely blank with no boilerplate text? If you say the market is stable, perhaps you add a sentence or two to expound on that.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

A welcome sign—which points to a continuously improving economy—is that homes in low-income Opportunity Zones are keeping pace with the real-estate market as properties in 62% of these areas saw an increase in values during the third quarter. Low-income Opportunity Zones were established by Congress in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

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McKissock

JUNE 15, 2021

In the last few years, green and high-performance properties have captured a large share of the new home market in the U.S.—and As an appraiser, you know it takes a certain level of specialized knowledge and skill to value these types of complex properties. Here’s an overview of the top real estate markets for green homes.

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McKissock

AUGUST 17, 2021

Over the last decade, energy efficiency and sustainability have been advancing in the public consciousness, and green residences have become mainstream in many markets. Here are just a few of the top benefits of appraising green homes. increased 19% from 2017 to 2019. Green home appraisers offer a unique skill set.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 4, 2023

Appraisers Share Their Top Professional Goals for 2023. I would like to turn over my appraisal business to my daughter, who is certified.”. After 23 years in appraising, which was very beneficial for me and my customers, I’m preparing for retirement.”. To read more, including personal comments from appraisers, click here.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The share of new construction homes on the market rises to a record high. The value of the housing market as a whole has doubled since the early 2010s. Incenter Appraisal Management and McKissock Learning partner to host several desktop valuation training webinars. Read on for more appraisal news. Read the full report.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2024

When Hometap launched in 2017, the Boston-based fintech offered an unorthodox answer to this question for homeowners looking for an alternative to a loan. In return, Hometap gets an agreed-upon percentage of the sale price or appraised value within a 10-year period. The annual investment volume in the U.S.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 11, 2021

Syndicated columnist Lew Sichelman reported Sunday that Dmitry Shkipin of HomeOpenly.com alleged that Rocket Homes was receiving what amounted to illegal kickbacks while violating consumer protection laws, market allocation practices, and antitrust laws.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 27, 2023

Appraisal Changes By Dan Bradley Excerpts: On January 18, 2023, HUD issued an announcement regarding revisions made to Handbook 4000.1. The most significant of these revisions was the elimination of the requirement to include the 1004MC form as an attachment to the appraisal report. FHA Handbook 4000.1 Are you ready for the changes?

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Padove Appraisal Service

JANUARY 11, 2019

Your lender may have told you that they don’t need an appraisal. This doesn’t mean that you don’t need an appraisal. The mortgage industry has repeatedly attempted to eliminate the requirement for a home appraisal in the lending process. They can’t replicate the knowledge and market insight of a home appraiser.

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 15, 2021

But for commercial real estate developers, brokerage firms, and appraisers, there’s another story hiding in plain sight. Legally speaking, a special purpose property definition can be illustrated as any property that has limited use or marketability in addition to features intended for singular use. What Is It Anyway?

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Appraisal Risk, Reviews, and Revisions. Excerpts: This is part three of a three part series on appraisal review – Read parts one and two. I am often posed with the following question “How do you know when you are looking at a “good” appraisal?” Appraisers and AMCs spend less time and have fewer hassles. By Ken Dicks.

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Boston Appraisal

APRIL 5, 2021

However, in this article we’ll summarize the most salient points that most economists are talking about, and discuss what we think might happen with the Boston real estate market. When it comes to certain investment classes, this idea has been thoroughly debunked — but it largely holds true for certain areas in the real estate market.

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Boston Appraisal

APRIL 5, 2021

However, in this article we’ll summarize the most salient points that most economists are talking about, and discuss what we think might happen with the Boston real estate market. Boston, MA Real Estate Market Values over the Past Ten Years. 2017: $550k (6.7%). Conclusion: Boston, Massachusetts Real Estate Market Analysis.

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Birmingham Appraisal

MAY 11, 2022

So How’s The Birmingham Housing Market? We’ll take a look at some key metrics including sales volume, median sales price trends, days on market, the sale price to list price ratio, active listings, and months of supply. The number of homes sold is a key indicator of market activity. Days on Market.

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MN Real Estate Services

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

National and Regional Industrial Real Estate Appraisal Trends. The new president has been talking about a rebirth in manufacturing in the US, whether or not he can pull it off is another question, but you wold expect some increases in appraisal values if only in anticipation of renewed demand. Does that include the Twin Cities?

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 14, 2017

On February 9, 2017, Sen. Althoff in the Illinois Senate introduced legislation that would remove a provision requiring written disclosure to a mortgage loan applicant of the total compensation paid to the real estate appraiser when the home appraisal has been ordered through an appraisal management company.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 9, 2022

How to Reduce Appraisal Revision Requests. Excerpts: To cut down on appraisal revision requests, it is important to keep these best practices in mind: Communicate in a timely manner. If you disagree with the request for appraisal submissions or have concerns or need clarification, please reach out for clarification.

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DW Slater Company

MAY 23, 2022

As we have been reporting the last year, the North Texas markets have experienced extraordinary appreciation in housing with very little signs of slowing. These are about the only current signs of a cooling or shift in the markets we see. Days on Market. Appraiser Corner. Great Appraisal Reads. Showings to Pending.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Appraisers: What should you have in your car? Mace or pepper spray: To defend yourself, especially if you’re appraising REO and foreclosure properties. This was originally posted on McKissock’s Appraisal Blog, but that link was not working. Appraisers – The Past and The Future. Appraisal Business Tips .

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Boston Appraisal

JUNE 24, 2019

Property owners are often surprised when the time comes to estimate the fair market value of their green building. Many appraisers believe that these green features, although expensive, add little value to the property, while potential buyers find these features appealing and valuable.

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Dart Appraisal

DECEMBER 15, 2020

15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dart Appraisal, a nationwide appraisal management company (AMC), announced that it has acquired USAMC, a nationwide appraisal management company based near Atlanta, GA. Dart’s reach and enhanced product offerings will provide USAMC clients with additional services and markets. TROY, Mich.,

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Miller Samuel

APRIL 27, 2019

The bill summary was: Relates to the registration of real estate appraisal management companies or an individual or business entity that provides appraisal management services to creditors or to secondary mortgage market participants including affiliates by the department of state. No, it isn't.

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Dart Appraisal

JULY 26, 2022

DART APPRAISAL SUPPORTING. In 2017, Freddie Mac introduced Loan Product Advisor® (LPA SM ) automated collateral evaluation (ACE), an appraisal alternative, to save eligible borrowers time and money in the home-buying or refinance process. That’s where Dart Appraisal is here to help.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 10, 2024

Appraisersblogs with Dave Towne’s opinions plus many appraiser comments. Within this framework, the lender must include steps for the borrower to appeal an appraisal when they believe the value opinion: is unsupported; is deficient due to unacceptable appraisal practices; or reflects discriminatory practices.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

And the market has gotten much darker over the last few years. After six years of no enforcement actions and a rapidly declining housing market, RESPA attorneys believe some in the industry may be more willing to test the boundaries. “I The same happens with concert or sports tickets as a marketing opportunity.

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Valuation Nation

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

housing market and mortgage rates , you may have seen home prices in your area sliding downward like a slow-motion roller coaster. The housing market is always changing, but here’s something you can count on: High-performing features in your home help create lasting value. The highest premium in all four markets was an impressive 16%.

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