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Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

Housing Wire

With tech solutions and automation dominating more and more of the mortgage experience, the appraisal process can feel a bit dated, often causing significant slowdowns. Erin Reed : Lenders are looking for a solution that improves the overall cycle time while maintaining the quality of a traditional appraisal report.

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Helping Lenders Navigate the Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Process

Simonson Real Estate

In 2022, Simonson Appraisals completed a steady stream of financing assignments with planned new construction or significant proposed renovations. On several occasions, we were presented information about construction or renovation plans well after the initial assignment was started. Lenders, what’s in it for you?

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Busting VA mortgage loan myths

Housing Wire

I’m here to debunk the myths and explain why every veteran and qualifying service member should embrace this well-deserved benefit and capitalize on the opportunities it presents. The VA makes a guarantee to the lending institution for 25% of the loan amount and the lender is responsible for evaluating the eligibility of the borrower.

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2020 Banking and Construction Lending Trends for Minnesota

Simonson Real Estate

This allows us to continue to deliver well-reasoned and credible appraisal reports. Our adaptive, hassle-free and convenient appraisal process will provide you with the confidence to make the right business decision for your needs, no matter what the market is doing. We had a great discussion!

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How data and technology can combat appraisal bias

Housing Wire

It’s a problem, it’s real, it’s documentable,” said Shannon Johnson, Touchless Lending product manager at Tavant. At Tavant , they’re taking a look at the past and present of appraisals to prepare for a better future. On an industry leader level, that is where we need to be.

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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

Appraisers will be presented with the data elements needed to report the characteristics of the subject property, and analyze the market, comparables, and other necessary parts of the appraisal process. Only those data and report elements that are important for the scope of work will be presented to the appraiser.

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The Role of Appraisal Review in the Risk System – Appraisal Revisions

Appraisal Buzz

After many years of reading appraisal reports, my response is “One that leaves the reader with few unanswered questions, allows the data to tell the story, keeps appraiser interventions to a minimum and is able to present a case for what a property is worth, as well as what it is not worth.”. Is there room for more improvement?

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