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2022 Appraisal Outlook: Appraisers Cast Optimistic Eye On Coming Year

McKissock

“While 2022 is expected to continue to be a good year for the housing market, it will not be as exceptional as 2021,” predicts Jo Traut, appraisal curriculum and content specialist at McKissock Learning. Mortgage rates are expected to rise, but still remain attractive and reasonable.

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What Is a Reconciled Value?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Standards Rule 1-5 in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) states that when appraising a real property, an appraiser must : (a) reconcile the quality and quantity of data available and analyzed within the approaches used; and. (b)

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5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

It’s imperative that agents not only understand the fundamentals of the appraisal system but also follow the best practices for communicating with appraisers, especially while navigating today’s market. Good appraisers want as much information as they can get,” said Claire Aufrance, an appraiser and broker from Greensboro, N.C.,

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NAR: Appraisal License Equivalency Credit for RE Agents?

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: The AQB previously considered the option of allowing parallel professional non-appraisal experience. Excerpts from the letter: … including, but not limited to, experience in real estate market analysis and real estate brokerage, including: • Evaluating and pricing residential real estate. Clear communication.

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NAR Member Survey on Appraisal Data Collectors

Appraisal Today

NAR Member Survey on Data Collectors Excerpts: In May 2023, NAR surveyed its members pertaining to data collectors in the appraisal process. Brokers followed with 24%, and appraisal-certified professionals comprised 14% of the respondents. Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field.