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The Automated Appraisal: Tips for a Changing Appraisal Environment

Genworth MI Blog

In addition to the automated appraisal, we’re starting to see moves toward a hybrid appraisal process called bifurcation , meaning that a computer and a person complete the valuation. Here’s a quick list of what you should look for in an AMC: They’re licensed in the state where the mortgaged property is located.

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The Automated Appraisal: Tips for a Changing Appraisal Environment

Genworth MI Blog

In addition to the automated appraisal, we’re starting to see moves toward a hybrid appraisal process called bifurcation , meaning that a computer and a person complete the valuation. Here’s a quick list of what you should look for in an AMC: They’re licensed in the state where the mortgaged property is located.

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Nothing New Under the Sun: the varied face of appraisal

Walitt Solutions

Here are several of the scenarios I asked the audience to contemplate: The appraiser determines physical characteristics of the subject structure from limited-data county records, recent family photos showing two rooms, and a 15-year old appraisal.