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 23, 2023

It’s a problem, it’s real, it’s documentable,” said Shannon Johnson, Touchless Lending product manager at Tavant. In March , Fannie Mae released an update to its Seller’s Guide that outlined more options for property valuations, including value acceptance (formerly appraisal waivers), value acceptance plus property data and hybrid appraisals.

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D Fritz Appraisals

AUGUST 12, 2019

What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and a Home Appraisal? If you’re in the market for a new home, the terms “home appraisal” and “home inspection” are more than likely to come up at some point as you zero in on a property you want to buy. What Is a Home Appraisal? What Is a Home Inspection?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2023

” In a statement Friday, Accurate Group said it has completed more than three million property data inspections and hybrid appraisals through its ValueNet suite of products. Our appraisal, property inspection, title and closing technologies are designed to plug into any digital platform.”

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Remote inspections have the power to make homeowners and appraisers more comfortable. Others don’t provide appraisers with accurate enough data. While the immediate need for remote appraisals began in 2020, it soon became clear that these processes were here to stay. User-friendly for everyone.

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Clear Capital

MAY 7, 2021

Watch this Tech Talk from Mortgage Innovators Conference 2021 to learn how appraisal modernization can help unlock a better, faster, and cheaper appraisal process while closing the gap in unfair lending practices.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

As a result, delays in the lending or mortgage process are not uncommon; more recently, there have been attempts to mitigate this problem. One such attempt is the increased use of hybrid appraisals. Hybrid appraisals and full appraisals differ in one key aspect, property inspection.

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Riverfront Appraisals

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

This post is part two of a 12-part series we recently launched called The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. In case you missed part one, go back and read all about the Final Inspection process here. In this blog post, we’re going to give you an appraiser’s perspective on unique homes, and […].

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

As a result, delays in the lending or mortgage process are not uncommon; more recently, there have been attempts to mitigate this problem. One such attempt is the increased use of hybrid appraisals. Hybrid appraisals and full appraisals differ in one key aspect, property inspection.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 31, 2022

As we all know, the home valuation is an integral part of the lending process that helps Americans in their journey to homeownership. This series of articles explores the role of appraisal review processes in the risk system in the format of mortgage lending for 1-4 family real estate.

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Boston Appraisal

OCTOBER 8, 2022

As a result, delays in the lending or mortgage process are not uncommon; more recently, there have been attempts to mitigate this problem. One such attempt is the increased use of hybrid appraisals. Hybrid appraisals and full appraisals differ in one key aspect, property inspection.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 20, 2021

However, the challenges of appraiser shortages and appraisal backlogs are slowing down lending. We are thrilled to overcome this hurdle with Incenter Appraisal Management’s groundbreaking solution,” said John Keratsis, President and CEO, Deephaven Mortgage. For more information, please visit incenteram.com.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

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. You can read more about property inspection waivers in a past article I wrote.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2020

In times like these, the “one-stop-shop” approach to the servicing and lending process has become even more appealing, and there is a company providing that in a flexible capacity: Xome. When COVID-19 complicated the appraisal process, Xome was able to direct its lender clients to its contactless valuation option via a mobile app.

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Riverfront Appraisals

JUNE 13, 2021

Right now on our Appraisal Blog, we’re all about helping Loan Officers. This post is part six of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. So far in our series, we’ve looked at final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, reconsiderations of value and bracketing. […].

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Appraisal is a crucial process that helps determine the value of commercial properties. It plays a significant role in several aspects, from buying and selling to lending purposes. Becoming a commercial appraiser requires appropriate education, training, experience, and certification.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

There are many reasons you may need to know the value of your property and for this, you need a home appraisal. Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. What is Checked During a Home Appraisal?

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Appraisal Hub

MARCH 19, 2023

By providing precise and impartial evaluations, residential appraisals in Toronto also safeguard the interests of all parties involved. Keep reading to find out more about its significance and understand the appraisal process. How Do Banks And Other Lenders Use Appraisals? Appraisal Hub Inc.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 13, 2023

Appraisal Tips For Real Estate Agents As a real estate appraiser with over 30 years of experience, I have seen many changes and challenges in the appraisal profession and the real estate market. I believe that appraisers and agents have a common goal: to help their clients buy or sell a home.

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Riverfront Appraisals

APRIL 30, 2021

Right now on our Appraisal Blog, we’re all about helping Loan Officers. This post is part five of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. So far in our series, we’ve looked at final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, and reconsiderations of value.

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Riverfront Appraisals

MARCH 5, 2021

This post is part three of a 12-part series we recently launched called The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. In case you missed part one on the Final Inspection process, go back and read it here. And last time, we discussed all kinds of unique homes, and gave tips on how to make lending on […].

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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!! In previous downturns, such as during the 2008 recession, there were many foreclosures due to bad lending.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

The agent’s client (buyer or seller) can make an informed buying or selling decision and the appraiser’s client (bank) can make an informed lending decision. Creating Accurate Initial Expectations: Agents and appraisers collaborating early in the process help set accurate expectations for buyers and sellers.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

If you’re an appraiser and you’re reading this, you already know the details. But do your customers understand how an appraisal works? Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process. The better the appraisal process is understood, the less customers will question the results!

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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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McKissock

JANUARY 22, 2021

A major selling point for completing hybrid or bifurcated appraisals is that the appraiser will save a good deal of time by not inspecting the property, not taking photos of comparable sales, and not sitting in traffic.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

This blog post will explore the importance of relocation appraisal and its purpose and approach. We’ll also discuss how it differs from mortgage appraisal, specifically designed to facilitate mortgage lending. Relocation appraisals consider additional factors such as cost of living and commuting costs.

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Clear Capital

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Delays in responding to revision requests can have a serious impact on all lending parties during the review process. In a volatile market where interest rates are constantly changing, an appraised value can sometimes trigger a renegotiation. Do careful pre-inspection research. Reduce lengthy commentary.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2023

When it comes to offering an opinion of ‘good or bad’ on HR 7735 — the VA modernization bill — and its ultimate ability to create a better appraisal process for veteran and active duty borrowers, it’s simply too early to tell with too little information being shared on exactly what changes we should expect. A fundamental change.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The lender then obtains an appraisal to make sure that the property they are lending on, which is the collateral for the loan, is worth what they are paying for it. I have discussed the process appraisers go through when choosing comparables and you can read about it HERE if you are interested.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Home inspection reports (current and previous). If you’re unsure about the difference between each, we have a helpful blog post on home inspections vs. home appraisals. Copies of any previous appraisals – this can help the appraiser see how the value has changed over the years. Replace any broken gutters.

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

If you’re an appraiser and you’re reading this, you already know the details. But do your customers understand how an appraisal works? Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process. The better the appraisal process is understood, the less customers will question the results!

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DataMaster

APRIL 6, 2021

If you’re an appraiser and you’re reading this, you already know the details. But do your customers understand how an appraisal works? Share this article with them and chat about the appraisal process. The better the appraisal process is understood, the less customers will question the results!

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 14, 2023

Appraisal modernization is generating a lot of buzz in the real estate lending industry. Expanded use of desktop appraisal technology began out of necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, is appraisal modernization on its own enough? The real estate lending market is more competitive today than it has ever been.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 29, 2021

While home appraisals help lenders confirm accurate sales prices, sellers can benefit from receiving the best and most precise price for their homes. Whether you’re an owner, seller or buyer, it’s critical you understand what the appraisal process is and how appraisers determine your home’s value. How Are Homes Appraised?

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AmeriMac

APRIL 29, 2021

While home appraisals help lenders confirm accurate sales prices, sellers can benefit from receiving the best and most precise price for their homes. Whether you’re an owner, seller or buyer, it’s critical you understand what the appraisal process is and how appraisers determine your home’s value. How Are Homes Appraised?

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AmeriMac

APRIL 29, 2021

While home appraisals help lenders confirm accurate sales prices, sellers can benefit from receiving the best and most precise price for their homes. Whether you’re an owner, seller or buyer, it’s critical you understand what the appraisal process is and how appraisers determine your home’s value. How Are Homes Appraised?

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