Housing Wire

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Mortgage lenders generated more defective loans in the second quarter, reflecting the transition from a refinance to a purchase market, according to ACES Quality Management ’s latest critical defect report. Property appreciation is still very strong, but the appraisal process becomes more important in a purchase-driven market.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

House of Representatives this week passed a bill that streamlines the appraisal process for U.S. With the passage of HR 7735, known as the “Improving access to the VA home loan benefit Act of 2022,” the VA is now permitting desktop appraisals and in some circumstances, waiving appraisals altogether. “The

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Riverfront Appraisals

JULY 1, 2021

For the past six months, I’ve been blogging with the purpose of assisting loan officers to better understand the appraisal process. So far, we’ve covered final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, reconsiderations of value, bracketing and FHA appraisals.

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Robinson Appraisal Group

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

An Estate Sale Appraisal Process. After 25 years of handling estate sale appraisal in the Baltimore Metropolitan area I have seen my fair share of estate sales. As an appraiser there are multiple ways to appraise a property that belongs to an estate. But what is an estate sale?

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Kairos Appraisal Services

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

AMCs were created from Dodd-Frank to separate mortgage brokers from appraisers, protect the market from inflated and/or biased values, and facilitate the entire appraisal process.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 10, 2021

As the end of the year approaches, housing market predictions for 2022 abound. Redfin predicts a more balanced residential market in 2022. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you. Read on for this week’s appraisal.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 13, 2024

This addition emphasizes the importance of an appraiser’s familiarity with the geographic area in which they are appraising property. It is intended to ensure that appraisers have sufficient knowledge of local market conditions, data, trends, and regulations to produce accurate and reliable appraisals.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Previously, we asked our real estate appraisal community, “What’s your favorite part of the appraisal process ?” This time, we asked appraisers, “What part of the appraisal process do you find the most challenging? What part of the appraisal process do you find the most challenging?

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 18, 2021

In today’s Buzzcast, we dive into the current appraisal market and what U.S. and Australian appraisers can learn from each other. We’ll be getting the inside scoop while Joan and Chris discuss how we can streamline the appraisal process like they do in other countries.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

According to Reggora co-founder and CEO Brian Zitin, “Lenders need to start paying attention to the appraisal process now, more than ever.”. Appraisal challenges impact everyone. This year’s hot housing market has created several obstacles within the appraisal process that impact both the lender and the borrower.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2019

A home appraisal is usually requested by a lender to estimate the market value of your home. When the time comes for you to get an appraisal for your property, it makes sense to use our services here at Appraisal Partners. We make the process easy for you and there’s no need for stress or confusion.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 18, 2021

In today’s Buzzcast, we dive into the current appraisal market and what U.S. and Australia appraisers can learn from each other. We’ll be getting the inside scoop while Joan and Chris discuss how we can streamline the appraisal process like they do in other countries.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2024

At Jaro , our commitment to integrating AI automation alongside the traditional appraisal process is not just about keeping pace with technology — it’s about making the process of appraising and valuing properties better for every stakeholder: from lenders, to borrowers, appraisers and everyone in between.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

This talent drain is further compounded by the fact that of the appraisers that remain in the industry, more than half are approaching retirement age, while 20% are aged over 66. A natural reaction to this situation, especially when faced with these statistics, is to try and get more appraisers to enter the industry.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Learn how to navigate new technology and appraisal processes to thrive in any market. Embrace modern appraisal programs for long-term growth or to insulate against disruption. Panelists: Roger Jennings, Director of Valuations Lima One Capital Katie John, Director of Appraisal Management NP, Inc.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Appraisals protect buyers and sellers Buying and selling a home is a financial transaction that involves large sums of money. Appraisals protect both parties by preventing them from making a deal that’s not financially sound. At this point, an estimated market value is generated.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 14, 2021

This rush to return to the status quo has created buzz in the appraisal industry—a wish that Fannie and Freddie were talking to appraisers about how to make the appraisal process more efficient and accurate. It’s time to make the appraisal process more efficient by solving these problems. housing markets.

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East Coast Appraisal

JUNE 7, 2021

The best way to do this is with an appraisal. During an appraisal, your home is inspected and photographed to determine the current market value. If you would like to know more, check out these commonly asked questions about the home appraisal process. What Does an Appraiser Look For?

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

-Oxford-/iStock The home appraisal process is just a formality when buying real estate, right? If you’ve applied for a mortgage, your home-to-be still has to undergo a comprehensive appraisal of its worth—and an unfavorable home appraisal can kill a real estate deal. As an appraiser, I’ll give you the answer.

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

-Oxford-/iStock The home appraisal process is just a formality when buying real estate, right? If you’ve applied for a mortgage, your home-to-be still has to undergo a comprehensive appraisal of its worth—and an unfavorable home appraisal can kill a real estate deal. As an appraiser, I’ll give you the answer.

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East Coast Appraisal

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Real estate agents and appraisers often say they are going to run the comps. What they are referring to is a comparable market analysis or CMA, which is often just shortened to comps. In a fast-paced real estate market, however, using comps that are six months old could result in out-of-date results. Adjustment.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

“We are on a journey of continuous improvement to make the home valuation process more efficient and accurate. As such, we are transitioning to a range of options to establish a property’s market value, with the option matching the risk of the collateral and the loan transaction,” Fannie Mae states in its release.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 2, 2022

In a department memo, the VA explained that the move was a response to “high demand for appraisal services and limited availability of appraisers in certain local market areas.”. In order to have the alternative appraisal options, lenders must be approved to participate in the VA’s Lender Appraisal Processing Program.

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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

DECEMBER 21, 2023

VA mortgage loans generally provide veterans and active-duty service members with more favorable terms than other loans on the market. My favorite, and one of the most valuable and underutilized products in today’s low-inventory market , is the VA renovation loan. A lot has changed and it’s time to remove the stigma.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler had the opportunity to catch up with Class Valuation Chief Innovation Officer Scot Rose to discuss how appraisal technology be leveraged to improve both the speed and accuracy of the overall process. “We’ve

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 14, 2022

The tides of the mortgage industry are changing as we head into 2022, and just like the sand under the waves, we can expect the appraisal landscape to shift along with it. Appraisers, like many other service providers, must adapt to market changes to accommodate their clients’ needs. 2022 Outlook for volume. Turn times.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 4, 2023

HousingWire recently spoke to Chris McLain, division president of Valuations for Consolidated Analytics , about the current appraisals market, AI innovation in valuations and valuation products for HELOCs and second-lien mortgages. HousingWire: How is the market for appraisals changing in 2024?

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Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2022

A piece of legislation introduced in the Senate in mid-May could streamline the appraisal process for VA loans. The legislation would modernize the Department of Veteran Affairs ‘ appraisal requirements by allowing desktop appraisals, and in some circumstances, waving appraisals all together.

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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

APRIL 30, 2022

With first hand knowledge of how complex and time consuming appraisals can be, Reggora is motivated to streamline and modernize the process, benefiting appraisers, lenders and buyers themselves. Before founding Reggora, Brian Zitin and Will Denslow, co-founders, launched a successful real estate brokerage.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 25, 2021

In fact, in-depth research reveals that appraisal turn times in certain regions like the Pacific Northwest is double that of neighboring regions. Plus, the sudden increase in supply and demand for appraisers resulted in a spike in appraiser fees. Luckily, there are several ways you can shorten the home appraisal process.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 25, 2021

In fact, in-depth research reveals that appraisal turn times in certain regions like the Pacific Northwest is double that of neighboring regions. Plus, the sudden increase in supply and demand for appraisers resulted in a spike in appraiser fees. Luckily, there are several ways you can shorten the home appraisal process.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2022

How willing are appraisers to adopt desktop and hybrid appraisals? Kenon Chen: We have discovered an incredible amount of willingness from appraisers to adopt desktop appraisals, even before the market slowdown. KC: Every deal is crucial in today’s purchase-driven environment and current market conditions.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

As the end of the year approaches, housing market predictions for 2022 abound. Redfin predicts a more balanced residential market in 2022. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you. The 10 top housing markets of 2022.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 28, 2023

In a shrinking mortgage market, fee pressures are the main challenge for appraisers, according to a new survey from the National Association of Realtors. In 2023, nearly half of appraisers surveyed said fee pressure was their biggest challenge, up 20 percentage points since last year.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Reggora is a venture-backed startup that provides software to speed up the appraisal process for mortgage lenders and real estate appraisers. His time with Sonder Partners exposed Zitin to the inefficiencies in the modern appraisal process, which led to the start of Reggora.

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