Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2022

Desktop appraisals became a permanent option for certain loans earlier this year. HousingWire recently spoke with Kenon Chen, Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Clear Capital, about desktop appraisal adoption and appraisal modernization. How willing are appraisers to adopt desktop and hybrid appraisals?

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 13, 2024

Most, if not all of the complaints stem from “low” appraisals being followed by “high” appraisals – ironically, all of these appraisals were performed by appraisers that lived in close proximity of the subject property and were deemed to have geographic competency. appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

A natural reaction to this situation, especially when faced with these statistics, is to try and get more appraisers to enter the industry. But this alone cannot solve the underlying issues with the current appraisal process, such as inefficient workflows and analogue data collection. AMCs Driving Tech Innovation .

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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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Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 2022

“However, for lenders to take advantage of these benefits on behalf of their customers, they need to navigate new GSE requirements, such as ensuring appraisers have access to a digital floor plan.”. Duane Andrews, CEO, Clear Capital. Kenon Chen, Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy.

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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.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

These include appraisal webinars, job aids, checklists, classes, and much more. Below is a list of five useful appraisal technology webinars available right now in our membership toolkit. By automating daily tasks and processes, you can watch your business grow with real results and analytics. Not yet a member?

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

Using the form structure, GSEs have been ingesting these eclectic abbreviations to develop a large database of residential valuation. Really, appraisers have always thought this way. Only those data and report elements that are important for the scope of work will be presented to the appraiser.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Over the past few years, leading companies from across the industry have modernized and transformed how appraisals are manufactured to streamline the lending process and improve the borrower’s experience. We applaud this move and are dedicated to supporting lenders in the adoption of 1004 Desktop appraisals.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

With an increased demand for appraisals across the country, the need for efficiency during the appraisal process is greater than ever. Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN) is an industry-leading appraisal management company providing residential and commercial valuation services in all 50 states.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Part of the reason why there was no perceived measurable risk attributed to this change in process was because of adapted upfront lender controls that were established, creating guardrails on when inspection relief was appropriate. Appraisers rely on standards of practice and processes. Lenders rely on regulation and policy.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

There’s no denying the complexity of the appraisal process. With so many people involved – including the appraisal desk, loan operations, loan officers, underwriters, the IT/product team, borrowers and appraisal vendors – there’s room for error that could negatively impact the home buying experience.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 21, 2022

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. Buzz : What are some examples of new technology and the need for it in the appraisal industry? Buzz : What is RemoteVal?

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

These include appraisal webinars, job aids, checklists, classes, and much more. Below is a list of five useful appraisal technology webinars available right now in our membership toolkit. By automating daily tasks and processes, you can watch your business grow with real results and analytics. Not yet a member?

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Clear Capital

JULY 28, 2021

Now’s the time for appraisers to get on board with techniques and innovations that can complement their expertise – and ultimately lighten their load. Unfortunately, several myths and misconceptions around appraisal modernization persist, resulting in many within our field being unable to move forward and embrace needed change. .

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Thus, the FHFA will likely have to develop a set of best practices in the coming years to prevent these snags and protect you and lenders. Shifting Toward Modernization. Some people argue that improper appraisals are skewing the system and contributing to industry bias. Looking to a New Normal for the Appraisal Industry.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

The Dawn of a New Appraisal Era In the ever-evolving realm of technology, few innovations have garnered as much attention and promise as blockchain. One of its most intriguing applications lies in the domain of appraisals. Understanding the Basics: What is Blockchain?

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Housing Wire

MAY 31, 2021

And, the impact of the pandemic has complicated this process even further. Black Knight’s REvolution suite provides appraisers and other valuation professionals with a seamless appraisal process from property inspection to report delivery.

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Housing Wire

JULY 5, 2022

Real estate valuation technology company Clear Capital rolled out two application programming interfaces (APIs) that aim to make adopting and deploying modern valuation solutions easier, ultimately closing loans faster. The two desktop appraisal solutions were developed to meet new desktop appraisal guidelines in April. .

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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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McKissock

MARCH 24, 2022

These recommendations include: Clarify the application of the Fair Housing Act and ECOA to the appraisal industry to ensure appraisers have clear guidance on antidiscrimination obligations under current federal laws. Define metrics that can help to identify and measure patterns of mis-valuation in the property valuation process.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

What to ask a potential supervisory appraiser 1. A good supervisory appraiser will have a passion for learning, teaching, and collaborating. Is their motivation to develop the next generation of appraisers? When they describe the process they go through when appraising a property, do they seem organized and efficient?

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

What to ask a potential supervisory appraiser 1. A good supervisory appraiser will have a passion for learning, teaching, and collaborating. Is their motivation to develop the next generation of appraisers? When they describe the process they go through when appraising a property, do they seem organized and efficient?

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 2, 2023

Trustworthy appraisers uphold the highest ethical standards, maintaining objectivity and impartiality in their work. They should avoid any conflicts of interest that could compromise the integrity of the appraisal process. Look for appraisers who utilize modern tools and technologies to complement their expertise.

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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!! Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal? By Dallas T.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 30, 2022

Enhanced program designed to accelerate adoption of modern appraisal solutions by lenders. Clear Capital ® , a national real estate valuation technology company, has announced the launch of Desktop Appraisal and Desktop Data Collection , two products designed to further modernize and increase certainty in the appraisal process.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

It took several years to re-establish effective and meaningful communication between appraisers and their lending partners. Complexity in Process and Properties. When it comes to lending activity, appraisal revisions have always been a part of the appraisal process. Appraisal Modernization.

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Clear Capital

MAY 2, 2022

“However, for lenders to take advantage of these benefits on behalf of their customers, they need to navigate new GSE requirements, such as ensuring appraisers have access to a digital floor plan.”. just a mobile phone.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Real estate valuation technology company Clear Capital will cut 27% of its workforce across its offices in the U.S. Established in 2001, the Nevada-headquartered company delivers solutions to modernize the appraisal process, which may take days to weeks to complete, or even longer during booming markets.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The Collateral Risk Network (CRN) announced today its formal endorsement of the gross living area measuring standard developed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). It is imperative to set and adopt a standard that can be applied by appraisers as well as other stakeholders. Technology impacts.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The letter noted that during this period mortgagees and technology service providers are encouraged to continue their integration with and usage of the module for all forward and HECM origination electronic appraisal deliveries. What role does appraisal tech have in creating customers for life? Presented by: Reggora.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2022

In October, FHFA Acting Director Sandra Thompson announced at the MBA’s annual conference that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would begin permanently accepting desktop appraisals for conventional loans, noting that “frictions in the appraisal process” can slow down turn times, especially in rural areas.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

As the housing economy becomes increasingly digital, appraisal modernization may hold the key to not only providing a better experience for borrowers and lenders but also reducing potential appraisal bias. The schedule includes time to discover the latest technology through product demos and time to catch up with peers.

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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 are some of the benefits of desktop appraisals?

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Listing Spark

JULY 24, 2023

An In-Depth Analysis Modern online platforms offer users all three of these criteria, especially if you install them as apps on your phone. You can gain deep insight into changing prices and inventory levels, upcoming developments that will affect property values, and more. Related: Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Home in Texas?

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Housing Wire

MAY 27, 2022

By combining the power of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) with a true commitment to diversity at every stage of the valuation chain, we can build a consciously unbiased appraisal system that delivers more equitable and accurate conclusions.

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