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Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process

Housing Wire

Regardless of the size or complexity of a system or process, it is time to look at whether the impact it has on people is equitable. And the appraisal process is no exception. of the properties in Black neighborhoods receive appraisal values lower than the contract price versus 7.4% All people.

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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

The original forms were designed before the digital age, to be completed on typewriters. Appraisal software companies have innovated the process of “filling out “these forms, but they are still constrained with the original typewriter design. No longer will appraisers find the right field and check the right box.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

Urban, Suburban, Rural in Appraisals Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal? By Dallas T. percent from 7.02

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Tools To Support Appraisal Adjustments

Appraisal Today

71 Cobb Lane Sitting closest to the water, the 17,173-square-foot residence at 71 Cobb Lane was designed by Barnes Coy Architects. Geographic “Data” Competency refers to an appraiser’s ability to effectively understand, interpret, and utilize geographic data in the appraisal process. baths, 2,396 sq.ft., 3,000 sq.ft.

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Unequal Opportunity: Addressing appraisal bias is another step toward making housing more equitable

Clear Capital

. “Many news stories tend to focus on the potential for an individual appraiser delivering a too-low estimate based on factors associated with the occupants instead of the home. ” These programs were designed to address an acute housing shortage by providing affordable homeownership opportunities for American families.

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Appraising Historical Homes

Appraisal Today

Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches Excerpts: Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. She designed more than 700 buildings in California during a long and prolific career. No effect on value. I was surprised.

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USPAP Myths for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

Modern Montauk NY ‘Tree House’ Offers Sweeping Oceanfront Views for $7.5M It’s known as the “Modern Montauk Tree House,” the listing notes. Streamline my appraisal process (10%) Plus 3 more To read more, Click Here My comments: Interesting stats! The average contract interest rate for 5/1 ARMs decreased to 5.71