Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The Collateral Risk Network (CRN) announced today its formal endorsement of the gross living area measuring standard developed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). As the appraisal process is undergoing major shifts towards modernization and new levels of automation, this void was ripe for a solution.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

ConsumerDirect Mortgage rebranded itself to Real Genius and announced the launch of a modern mortgage application platform to simplify a borrower’s experience. Real Genius, a division of FirstBank , one of Tennessee’s largest community banks , said that its application platform will provide borrowers with rate and cost transparency.

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Housing Wire

JULY 16, 2021

As Chief Operating Officer at First Guaranty Mortgage Corp , Sarah Gonzalez has modernized the FGMC brand, recruited top talent and implemented operational efficiencies that significantly reduce the cost per loan across all production channels. During her third year at FGMC, Gonzalez was recognized by HousingWire as a 2020 Vanguard.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Prior to 2020, the most common appraisal label in the mortgage origination ecosystem was the Full Appraisal. The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 introduced two new appraisal labels – the Exterior-only Appraisal and the Desktop Appraisal. Appraisal Labels. interior and exterior). Lenders rely on regulation and policy.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

This acquisition expands our footprint in the digital mortgage ecosystem, and we are thrilled to have them join us as we continue to develop innovative and streamlined technology solutions in the lending space.”. In January, the company also added a new director of business development. This is a developing story.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 8, 2023

When banks fail to provide equal access to lending services in neighborhoods of color, they engage in modern day redlining and exacerbate the racial wealth gap in our country,” Kristen Clarke, assistant attorney general of the Justice Department’s civil rights division, said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 25, 2021

The capital raise follows a $5 million Series A funding round in June 2020. In 2020, the company says it surpassed $6 billion in monthly loan volume on its platform. Maxwell will use the additional capital to accelerate product development, market penetration, and product and engineering recruitment.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 17, 2021

But there are definitely a few main things to looks out for — many of which are carrying over from a turbulent 2020 and early 2021 — when it comes to the upcoming landscape for the rest of 2021: Lack of inventory Fluctuating interest rates Increased adoption of technology. Eric Levin is EVP of Client Development at Model Match.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

HousingWire reached out to Chandler to discuss how COVID-19 has propelled a much-needed modernization among lenders. HW: Where would you advise clients and colleagues to focus their technology resources as we navigate the second half of 2020 and prepare for 2021? HousingWire’s nominations are now open for our 2020 Tech Trendsetters.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 14, 2022

HomeSmart, like Compass , Keller Williams , eXp and other brokerages, states it has unique technology to modernize real estate. HomeSmart’s revenue soared 74% from the first nine months of 2020, when the company reported $275 million generated. million profit in the first nine months of 2020, before the $2.3

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2021

COVID19 certainly accelerated development and focus on servicing, coming out of 2019 with record low default and foreclosure.”. How modernized servicing creates customers for life. When we launched Stavvy in late 2019, we had no idea what was in store for the world in 2020.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2022

FHCCI alleged that of the 2,250 mortgage loans made by Old National from 2019 to 2020, only 37 were to Black borrowers across the entire Indianapolis market. million loan subsidy fund, and provide substantial support for community development corporations and community organizations based and working in Indianapolis’ Black neighborhoods.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2022

million investment in eOriginal, a multi-year Tech100 winner that developed a ‘simple closing experience for lenders, borrowers and settlement agents.’ Later in 2020, eOriginal was acquired by Wolters Kluwer for $280 million in cash and continues to operate within the Wolters Kluwer Governance, Risk & Compliance business.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In 2020, HousingWire surpassed 10 million annual unique visitors and has over 100,00 subscribers to its newsletters. FinLedger launched in August of 2020, and is focused on covering banktech, insurtech, proptech and payments news for financial services and fintech professionals. About HW Media.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Beginning in January 2020, 7% of purchase transactions had a contract price above the appraisal value. Thus, the FHFA will likely have to develop a set of best practices in the coming years to prevent these snags and protect you and lenders. Shifting Toward Modernization. Total year-end sales volume ended at 5.64

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2022

Although no one can predict exactly how the markets will react to certain events, mortgage lenders that develop a strategy for the uncertainty we find ourselves in will be best equipped to handle whatever comes next. More rate hikes from the Fed. This means that the March interest rate hike will not be the last. The impact of liquidity.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 23, 2021

Aqil Ahmed: The year 2020 was an unprecedented one, with the global pandemic and economic uncertainty impacting each of us in one way or another. It is imperative to develop standards for these methodologies to ensure that the data is objective, accurate and free from inherent biases. HW: What is the No.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 7, 2023

Research from Glossy and Modern Retail coined the “Great Mall Overhaul ” and made the call for a pivot, the evolution from transactional to experiential. An opportunity for commercial real estate investors and developers? What does this sound like to you? I think so too. Let’s take a look at office space.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 2, 2021

Our application development team has extensive experience building bank-grade, highly secure software systems and the data is transmitted and stored using industry-best data security practices. Terri Davis leads Notarize’s efforts to empower the success of partners as the company digitizes processes and modernizes real estate.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

I am in the camp with many that believe the market will continue to feel price pressure, at least until inventory levels begin to return to normal (2019 or early 2020 levels, at least). This month’s supply measurement remains 0.9 months less than what it was in 2019. Why inventory levels matter to appraisers. Of course not.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 27, 2020

HousingWire recently spoke with Susan Falsetti, managing director of Origination Title and Close at ServiceLink, about the state of title in 2020 and how the EXOS technology platform allowed ServiceLink clients to take advantage of virtual closing solutions. This technology became essential amid social distancing guidelines.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

For example, when the CARES Act went into effect to provide mortgage payment relief as the COVID-19 pandemic spiked in 2020, servicers powered by Sagent were ready with push-button forbearances on day one of the CARES relief effective date. These needs must be met with, or without, modernized technology.

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DataMaster

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

By now, most appraisers have read the Request for Information (RFI) published by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on December 28, 2020. While all 4 components of the RFI are important, we’ll address appraisal modernization in this post. Appraisal Modernization. Is it time to overhaul the appraisal process?

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Houston Properties

JULY 19, 2022

Home to some of the best townhomes in the Inner Loop, EaDo is also one of Houston’s most exciting neighborhoods thanks to great access to downtown and fantastic new development projects. East Downtown (EaDo) is a rapidly developing neighborhood adjacent to Downtown Houston. Guide to EaDo Townhomes for Sale. EaDo Schools.

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GoForrmz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

For the modern workforce, an engaging work environment is expected. saw its first annual decline in a decade, dropping from 36% in 2020 to 34% in 2021. As of now, only 32% of employees are engaged and 17% are disengaged–that’s a three percent increase since 2020! This decline has only continued into 2022. Source: Gallup.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2020

The AUS is built upon FHA’s Catalyst technology platform – a modernization initiative the company says will build trust through “reliable and accurate data, facilitating modern systems for the FHA program participant community.” It is modernization of the entire process.

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Clear Capital

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The acquisition is part of Clear Capital’s ongoing efforts to bring more consistency and accuracy to home appraisals through innovative technology, improved processes, and policy modernization. Part of Clear Capital’s workforce expansion focuses on building out its information and product teams.

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Clear Capital

JULY 28, 2021

According to NAMMBA’s most recent mortgage market forecast, the three largest diverse borrower groups (Asians, African-Americans, and Hispanics) generated more than $292 billion of purchase opportunity in 2020, which amounts to 24.2 Chief Development Officer. percent of all purchase dollar opportunities. About NAMMBA.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 21, 2021

Cracks develop when stress upon a dwelling exceeds its strength. Remember, if you develop a crack, on your house that is, do not panic! A Case of COVID, 2020, and Birmingham Real Estate – Birmingham Appraisal Blog (I’m grateful that my friend Tom Horn survived COVID and is blogging again!). It may not be a big deal.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

But the reality is that Ohio and the Greater Columbus area have long been a mainstay of technological innovation and, certainly, the precursor to the modern digital age. Honda Research & Development Americas. In fact, with a 2010-2020 population growth rate of 12.5% Similar terms include “Silicon Prairie.” Take your pick.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced on Thursday the launch of a new portal for the Department of Housing and Urban Development ’s Single Family Mortgage Asset Recovery Technology (SMART) system. The FHA, Office of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) and mainframe modernization were placed as top priorities.

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Realvals

JUNE 10, 2023

With a population of around 262,231 as of the 2020 census, Marin County is an ideal destination for those seeking to explore the outdoors, indulge in the arts, relax, and enjoy the Californian lifestyle. Additionally, Marin County’s largely preserved natural spaces and limited land for development contribute to higher property prices.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

So, while the cabinets may be in good shape, many homeowners will eventually replace the countertops, sink and appliances with a more modern look and improved functionality. Birmingham Real Estate: 2019 vs 2020 – Birmingham Appraisal Blog. Of course, a ten-year old kitchen is going to have some wear and tear from use.

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Houston Properties

JULY 20, 2022

Boulevard Oaks homes for sale are a mix of beautiful 1920s and 1930’s era homes, with a few modern-styled homes. Boulevard Oaks development began in the 1920s to early 1930s. In 1924, West Edgemont started development, followed by West Ormond Place, Chevy Chase, and Vassar Place. – 2019: #5 Individual Agent, KW Worldwide.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Especially is this the case with condominiums or homes in tract developments. Fannie New Appraisal Form Modernization – APPRAISAL TODAY. January Newsletter – 2020 Recap – DW Slater Blog. Overbidding in a Hot Real Estate Market – Birmingham Appraisal Blog. – Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 19, 2022

While the number of plug-in EVs jumped about 88% from 2020 to 2021, the rate of new charging stations has climbed by only 31% in that period. I developed a guide called Smart-home Technology: Planning and budgeting for the newest advances in safe living. There are about 130,000 stations in the U.S.

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Lamacchia Realty

JULY 7, 2021

Anthony Lamacchia purchased the historic building in December of 2020 after the February 2020 acquisition of the highly reputable First Team Realty. In 2020, Lamacchia Realty made Inc.’s s 2020 List of 5,000 Fastest Growing Companies in America for the 9th time in a row. June 16, 2021. No Comments. Read More ».

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