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VA now accepting desktop and exterior-only appraisals

Housing Wire

Exterior-only appraisals could help in cases where accessing the property could be difficult or “cause undue delay” in the appraisal process. 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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All You Need to Know About Reverse Mortgages Appraisal

AmeriMac

Are you considering a reverse mortgage but unsure of what role appraisal plays? In this post, we will cover everything you need to know about reverse mortgage appraisal. We will start by discussing the basics of reverse mortgages and who can benefit from them. Why an Appraisal is Crucial for a Reverse Mortgage?

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Like it or not, desktop appraisals are here to stay

Housing Wire

Loans for second homes, investment properties, cash-out refinances, construction loans, multi-unit properties, renovation loans, condos, co-ops or manufactured homes are not eligible. 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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The Appraiser-Agent Relationship: A Win-Win Approach

Birmingham Appraisal

This can come in the form of a pre-listing appraisal to help establish a market-supported asking price for the seller. The appraisal can also give potential buyers peace of mind that the home is accurately priced and will most likely not have any value issues when the mortgage appraisal is performed.

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Relocation Appraisal: A Brief Overview

AmeriMac

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. How is a Relocation Appraisal Different from a Mortgage Appraisal?

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All You Need to Know About Reverse Mortgage Appraisals

AmeriMac

One important aspect of the reverse mortgage process is the appraisal, which determines the value of the property and plays a crucial role in determining the size of the loan. Understanding reverse mortgages can be complex, but it essentially involves converting a portion of the home’s equity into usable cash.

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What Is Appraisal Review in Real Estate?

AmeriMac

The seller wants to max out the estimate based on the growing inflation and number of renovations made, while the buyer wants the best deal in the market even as home affordability worsens. This is why home appraisals are advised to ensure property costing is as fair as possible. What Is an Appraisal?