Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

But this alone cannot solve the underlying issues with the current appraisal process, such as inefficient workflows and analogue data collection. Instead, tech innovations have started to enter the market with the goal of optimizing the appraisal process by automating key portions of a property’s valuation.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

Opteon , a Scottsdale-based appraisal, valuation, advisory, and property services provider, has expanded its direct-to-consumer business model nationwide, the company announced on Wednesday. “Our impending technology rollout will enable appraisers to deliver reports straight from the field,” Trice said. .

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

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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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. However, they have several more pressing priorities when it comes to what they’re investing in.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers? To keep up with the high demand amid the ongoing pandemic, appraisers need a remote solution that keeps them in full control. The appraisal-valuation space has seen quite a bit of mergers and acquisitions and disruptions in the last year. Presented by: Incenter.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 18, 2023

Both types of initiatives are important, but no one seems to be talking about how we can get more production out of our current set of appraisers. The quickest way to ensure a faster appraisal process is going to be to learn how to work with valuation providers as partners in the process rather than the way most appraisers feel, adversaries.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2022

To be eligible for a desktop appraisal, according to Fannie Mae , the loan must be a purchase transaction, secured by a one-unit principal residence and have a loan-to-value ratio of no more than 90%. FHFA suggested that hybrid appraisals could also speed up the appraisal process and reduce costs.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Getting regulators’ blessing would mean access to the firehose of government sponsored enterprise-backed loans for firms that hawk automated valuations. Covid-19 gave alternative appraisal processes a foot in the door.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Topics have centered around appraisals and valuation concerns in the current market environment. I was joined on the panel with Twin Cities appraiser, Josh Folland, MAI, CCIM with Valbridge Property Advisors and Gary Van Cleve, Shareholder at Larkin Hoffman moderated our discussion. Updated 9/8/2020.

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 20, 2021

Have you watched shows such as Shark Tank or The Profit and wondered how Kevin O’Leary or Marcus Lemonis calculate business valuation? That’s why we surveyed our business valuation experts, captured the 12 most frequently asked questions, and provided answers that can offer the guidance you need. So, how are businesses valued?

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

We’re exploring that topic at our Spring Summit on March 4 and asked Brian Zitin, co-founder and CEO of Reggora , to share his expertise on the panel titled, The Brave New World of Valuations. Reggora is a venture-backed startup that provides software to speed up the appraisal process for mortgage lenders and real estate appraisers.

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

As a seasoned appraiser in the vibrant real estate market of Toronto, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the ever-evolving landscape of property valuation. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between appraisers and real estate agents.

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2021

So much of life radiates from both the location and the valuation of the house a family occupies. As mentioned, much is determined by the location and valuation of houses. Of these, one stands tall: valuation. We hear shocking stories of racial discrimination and a variety of other ills during the appraisal process.

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Simonson Real Estate

JUNE 22, 2020

Despite these radical changes, the business of America carries on, somehow, some way, including commercial real estate appraisal work. How has COVID-19 affected the appraisal process and the values of the various markets and submarkets of commercial real estate? Please join us on Wednesday, July 15th at 2:30 p.m.,

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Year Founded Description 98 OptiFunder 4,767% 2018 Finance company helping independent mortgage lenders choose among funding options and streamline the process. 126 Transactly 3,852% 2017 Real estate transaction platform providing automation, integrations and tech-enabled services that significantly reduce process time. Source: Inc.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

—Digital transformation is underway with a modern approach to appraisal management—. Boston, September 14, 2021 – Reggora , an appraisal software company, improving residential real estate valuation, announced today that Envoy Mortgage has adopted its appraisal management system to help process all loans requiring an appraisal.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2022

It is an alternative appraisal method that is essentially a compromise between an automated valuation model (AVM), entirely done by software, and a traditional appraisal. But not everyone was happy with the news that desktop appraisals would now be a permanent option, and some appraisers have been hesitant to get onboard.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

PCV Murcor is one of the nation’s leading valuation management companies. The company provides appraisal management services to lenders, investment firms, community banks, servicers and anyone who needs a real estate valuation. We hear from all of our customers that we provide the best level of service,” Nasser said. “We

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Clear Capital

AUGUST 30, 2021

Clear Capital , a real estate valuation and analytics fintech leader, today announced that its ClearInsight app was named “Property Valuation Tool of the Year” in the inaugural 2021 PropTech Breakthrough Awards. Company recognized for innovation in global real estate technology industry. August 30, 2021 —. About Clear Capital.

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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? or its subsidiaries.

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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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Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

An appraisal is a valuation of a property by a third party. The buyer typically covers the cost of the appraisal. Due to today’s booming housing market, the appraisal process may take anywhere from days to weeks to complete. The process can take even longer if the buyer or seller requests a second appraisal.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

In January, Fannie Mae said it would start accepting desktop appraisals, where an appraiser need not perform a walk-through, for some agency-backed loans after March 19. Any loan application flagged as ineligible by Fannie Mae’s automated underwriting system will have to use a traditional appraisal. “If

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Town & Country Residential Appraisals

MARCH 30, 2020

Sadly, there aren’t migrant appraisers who can move into town for only this time of year. The alternative is to trust less qualified individuals to value your single largest investment. That means that turn times will lengthen. As complexity increases, so does time.

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Boston Appraisal

AUGUST 30, 2023

Their role is multifaceted, touching upon asset valuation, regulatory compliance, risk management, and more. One essential yet often overlooked component of their job involves real estate appraisals. Here, we delve into some of the key intersections between CPAs and real estate appraisals, incorporating insights from our appraisers.

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Appraisal Hub

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Real estate appraisal, whether residential or commercial, is a critical component in the valuation of property assets. This process, often seen as more art than science due to its complexity, requires a deep understanding of the market, a keen eye for detail, and an analytical approach to gather and interpret data.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

This investment will help approximately 700 students with costs that include textbooks, calculators and the purchase of any additional required courses. In addition to driving sustainable homeownership, we’re working with our partners to root out bias in the residential appraisal process.

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Boston Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

But often, the role of the real estate appraiser is overlooked. As industry leaders in both residential and commercial real estate valuations, Boston Appraisal Services deeply understands the critical contribution that precise appraisals make in the estate planning matrix.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

But first, it’s important to understand what is a land appraisal, how it is appraised, the real estate appraisal process, and what to expect. What is a Land Appraisal? Land appraisal is a process of assessing the land value and then developing an opinion of value. How is Land Appraised?

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AmeriMac

APRIL 30, 2024

These appraisals provide an unbiased estimation of a property’s value, taking into account various factors such as location, condition, size, and recent sales of similar properties in the area. Lenders and investors also rely on commercial appraisals to make informed decisions about financing and investments.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2022

Investment Property Appraisals – What You Need to Know. Let’s take a look at investment property appraisals because it doesn’t look like our gold rush of a real estate market is slowing down anytime soon. But what’s the difference between a primary residence and investment property ?

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 2, 2023

A Guide to Selecting the Right Appraiser Selecting a real estate appraiser is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your financial transactions and investments. Look for an appraiser who has a substantial track record of working in the area where the property to be appraised is located.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

In many of those reviewed, there is a strong desire to keep appraisals and appraisers as key components of the mortgage lending process. A desire to see the collateral analysis and valuation process evolve, modernize, and move forward—whatever term you prefer.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

And how does the real estate appraisal process work? The following article delves into the “science” of residential and commercial real estate appraisal and discusses the steps to succeed. Residential vs. Commercial Property Appraisal and Their Differing Review Process. o Federal Housing Authority (FHA).

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Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

It’s a model in stark contrast to that of inspections for traditional appraisals. It may also be viewed as revolutionary for an industry in which the most significant change to the appraisal process in the past few decades was the advent of appraisal management companies as an intermediary between lenders and appraisers.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The appraiser’s role is to provide arm’s length, third-party, neutral, and impartial opinions about the value of a real property and provide assistance to those who own, manage, sell, invest in, or lend money on real estate. As appraisers’ we assemble facts, statistics, and other information on a specific property.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2022

Overall, appraisers are excited that a new player has entered the appraisal space. “As As far as Appraisal Direct goes, I want it to succeed in a massive way,” said Matthew Vasicek, chief appraiser at Expert Valuation and Consulting. “It I’m already nickel-and-dimed to death as an appraiser,” she said.

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