Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 21, 2022

Learn about all of the features in RemoteVal – a free inspection app for appraisers. Mark Walser : I am a technology and operations executive with 13 years of progressive management in all aspects of AMC operations and technology with various AMCs, and am the President of Incenter AMC.

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McKissock

JUNE 17, 2022

Thanks to advances in remote appraisal technology, desktops are more convenient and reliable than ever before. Want to stay ahead of the curve with desktop appraisals and the latest technology? Below are five remote inspection tools worth looking into. McKissock does not to endorse one product over another.

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DataMaster

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

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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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 24, 2022

Join us for our upcoming webinar on January 25th at 2 pm, “ The Future of Desktop Appraisals ” with Joshua Walitt and Mark Walser! Learn about all of the new features in RemoteVal – a free inspection app for appraisers! Buzz : What is your background in the appraisal industry?

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

But in the face of the ongoing epidemic and increasing volume impacting turn times, the industry will need to use technology to remediate these issues. Remote inspections have the power to make homeowners and appraisers more comfortable. Others don’t provide appraisers with accurate enough data.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 23, 2021

This scarcity catapulted appraisal costs and cycle-times running into three to four weeks in many cases and highlighted the growing need for appraisal modernization, including technological and data-driven solutions and other appraisal alternatives. HW: How does ValueLink technology modernize the appraisal practices?

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 introduced two new appraisal labels – the Exterior-only Appraisal and the Desktop Appraisal. Lenders and stakeholders allowed for some level of inspection relief with these two new appraisal products. Appraisers rely on standards of practice and processes.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

A Fannie Mae survey published in mid-May found that mortgage lenders see value in appraisal modernization, specifically in the implementation of non-traditional appraisals and inspection-based appraisal waivers. One mid-sized lender echoed the opinion of others that appraisals still take too long.

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Housing Wire

MAY 31, 2021

Black Knight’s REvolution suite provides appraisers and other valuation professionals with a seamless appraisal process from property inspection to report delivery. Using SCOUT, homeowners, inspectors, real estate agents and appraisers can collect property data on a mobile device.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The appraisal industry was front and center at this show and most of the appraisal discussion centered around three specific topics: Technology, Trainees, and Diversity. Going forward, they will make risk-based decisions as to the level of appraisal needed. Appraisal Technology was front and center at this show.

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Clear Capital

DECEMBER 15, 2021

New technology furthers Clear Capital’s efforts to modernize the appraisal process. The technology was developed by Clear Capital’s data science team to further streamline the appraisal process and equip lenders with technology that powers low-risk, high-quality decisions.

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Appraiserblogs

MARCH 7, 2024

It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. Despite its roots in a methodology designed to support appraisers, Value. The most recent statistics show Value Acceptance accounts for up to 40% of all mortgage approvals.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Today’s announcement from Fannie Mae — the incorporation of 1004 Desktop appraisals into their Selling Guide for many new purchase loans — is a big step forward in the journey to a fully modern appraisal process. We applaud this move and are dedicated to supporting lenders in the adoption of 1004 Desktop appraisals.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

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!! Let the Sunshine In: 5 Gorgeous Glass Houses That Make Full Use of Daylight Saving Time Just For Fun!

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 15, 2019

Perhaps you’ve heard the murmurs about an automated appraisal. There are big changes coming to appraisals, and they’ll have a huge impact on how the mortgage industry does business. Today, we’re breaking down some of the new developments in appraisals, what they mean for your business, and tips to help you prepare.

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 15, 2019

Perhaps you’ve heard the murmurs about an automated appraisal. There are big changes coming to appraisals, and they’ll have a huge impact on how the mortgage industry does business. Today, we’re breaking down some of the new developments in appraisals, what they mean for your business, and tips to help you prepare.

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Housing Wire

JULY 31, 2023

Jaro was initially developed by Ascent Software Group to streamline the entire appraisal workflow, eliminating the need for redundant steps and external systems. The software meets the industry’s expectations for swift, accurate valuations with compliance checks and compatibility to meet the new and updated appraisal guidelines.

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Clear Capital

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In addition, staying up-to-date with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), Federal Housing Administration (FHA), and GSE guidelines and industry requirements also goes a long way in drafting error-free reports that would otherwise create unnecessary revision requests. Do careful pre-inspection research.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Students chose the school for its offering of live instruction classes for salespersons, brokers, appraisers, mortgage, and home inspection courses at various locations and convenient times, including weekend classes. During the week, you can also contact the Student Concierge team by phone. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5

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McKissock

DECEMBER 7, 2021

To stay up-to-date, we recommend you follow and/or subscribe to reliable appraisal news sources , talk with fellow appraisers and other real estate professionals, and take high-quality continuing education classes. Learn more in our free guide, The ROI of Professional Development for Appraisers.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2022

From drive-through closings to drone-guided inspections, industry experts got creative to meet the growing demand for new homes for a surge of homebuyers and homeowners who wanted to take advantage of low interest rates. It’s incumbent on the appraiser to verify and determine they have accurate, reliable, credible information,” he said.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

LoanStar Technologies , which connects lenders with borrowers who are traditionally underbanked or unbanked, also made the list again. Year Founded Description 98 OptiFunder 4,767% 2018 Finance company helping independent mortgage lenders choose among funding options and streamline the process. The company was ranked 351 last year.

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AmeriMac

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The appraisal industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with the emergence of alternate valuation products like the property inspection waiver program. Join us as we explore this exciting new development in real estate appraisal.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

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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Clear Capital

MARCH 4, 2022

The mortgage industry is on its way to modernizing the appraisal process. In early February, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored entities (GSEs), incorporated desktop appraisals into their Selling Guides beginning in March 2022. What is a desktop appraisal? Desktop appraisal meaning and definition.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Nonetheless, it would be prudent for appraisers to refresh or develop their knowledge on appraising REO properties.”. Appraisers should consider learning more about desktop appraisals and the hybrid/bifurcated appraisal process and using remote inspection tools such as RemoteVal ,” she advises.

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The People's Appraisal Blog

MAY 14, 2019

Well get ready Consumers because the person that is about to visit your home IS NOT an appraiser or just pretends to play one without the proper training. See, Fannie Mae and the Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) are ready to send appraiser imposters to conduct appraisal inspections on our homes.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 14, 2022

The Federal Housing Finance Agency released voluminous plans last week developed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to make the housing market more equitable, in part through changes to the appraisal process. Non-traditional appraisals to the rescue.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Clear cCapital just announced that we have acquired a Finnish proptech startup called CubiCasa and CubiCasa is incredibly exciting technology that enables anyone with a smartphone and no training to do a 10-minute walkthrough a property and get a fully detailed, accurate floorplan with gross living area. The home inspection took longer.

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