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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

First, he has his clients lender call the listing agent. This is an absolute must, especially in the market right now as it gives the lender an opportunity to fill the listing agent in on the buyer’s background and how the VA loan process works,” Pascoe explained. That never happens when a VA loan is involved.

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Busting VA mortgage loan myths

Housing Wire

The VA makes a guarantee to the lending institution for 25% of the loan amount and the lender is responsible for evaluating the eligibility of the borrower. MYTH: The appraisal process for VA loans is more stringent and difficult than conventional loans. David Smith is the VP of National VA Lending at loanDepot.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

Due to today’s booming housing market, the appraisal process may take anywhere from days to weeks to complete. The process can take even longer if the buyer or seller requests a second appraisal. However, once the appraiser is at the home, it’s generally about five business days,” Masseria estimates.

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How Rocket Pro TPO continues to give its broker partners the upper hand

Housing Wire

Purchase originations require enhanced communication with clients and typically take longer to reach the finish line. And there’s one lending partner that has the solutions and resources to give LOs just that. From the onset of the purchase market’s acceleration, the appraisal process presented multiple frustrations for brokers.

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Attracting More Appraisal Business

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Most appraisers are experiencing a significant slowdown in mortgage lending work due to rapidly increasing mortgage rates which are slowing down the housing market. I have seen a slowdown in my lending work also. Half my work is non-lending work, and that’s been a blessing. I think potential clients appreciate this.

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How Remaining Economic Life Works

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

To make this determination, the appraiser must first determine the Highest and Best Use of the land. To help the public to realize that our work as appraisers, is not as simple as many who are not appraisers, say it is, or how simple things may look on paper. REMAINING ECONOMIC LIFE FOR LENDING PURPOSES.

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New Homebuyer’s Guide To Appraisals

Birmingham Appraisal

What is a Mortgage Appraisal? A mortgage appraisal is an appraisal that is done for mortgage lending purposes. Lenders, including banks and mortgage companies, require an appraisal to justify the loan they are making. Steps in the Appraisal Process.