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Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

Housing Wire

With tech solutions and automation dominating more and more of the mortgage experience, the appraisal process can feel a bit dated, often causing significant slowdowns. Providing appraisers with more product options designed to increase efficiency helps to create more capacity, which will become essential when volumes increase again.

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What AVMs can and can’t do in the appraisal process

Housing Wire

While they are not as reliable as complete appraisal reports, they are helpful in supporting them. AVMs are mathematical models combined with data that are built and designed by human beings. The post What AVMs can and can’t do in the appraisal process appeared first on HousingWire. So, what can AVMs do?

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Overhauling the Appraisal Process

DataMaster

Replacing the old process with the new! Is it time to overhaul the appraisal process? By now, most appraisers have read the Request for Information (RFI) published by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on December 28, 2020. Appraisal Modernization. Many appraisers share Horn’s concerns.

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Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process

Raleigh Realty

Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process Wondering what to expect from your home appraisal? Now it's time for the home appraisal. Typically it is one of the last steps in the home-buying process. How Long Does an Appraisal Take? The appraisal process doesn't take long.

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Lender Toolkit and Reggora partner to streamline mortgage underwriting

Housing Wire

These data points are automatically incorporated into real-time underwriting conditions, leading to a reduction in underwriting errors and a faster overall process. Reggora offers a two-sided platform with configurable workflows designed for mortgage lenders and appraisal vendors.

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EVO appraisal management software from Global DMS lowers collateral risk by instantly reviewing reports

Housing Wire

In today’s mortgage industry, many organizations have a unique real estate appraisal process that fits their exact business model. Unfortunately, most valuation management technologies follow a one-size-fits-all approach, making it difficult for mortgage lenders, credit unions, AMCs and appraisal firms to work together.

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Clear Capital launches UDC to support appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

Real estate valuation technology provider Clear Capital on Thursday launched Universal Data Collection (UDC), a product designed to support appraisal modernization. The UDC product provides lenders with tools for scalability, interchangeability and loan management, according to a statement.