Housing Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Most recently, Allen led the inception and introduction of an in-house innovation lab at Clear Capital to solve challenges presented to the real estate and mortgage industries, with the goal of leaning deeper into innovation in a more accelerated way through focused research, testing and development.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 16, 2020

“During this important time in our nation’s history, our organizations stand together to enhance existing training and ethics initiatives and work even harder to ensure that the appraisal process is free of bias or discrimination of any kind,” said Appraisal Institute President Jefferson Sherman. Presented by: NAMB.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

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.”.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Appraisal management company Clear Capital is looking to beef up tech tools for its network of appraisers, and it is doing so through an acquisition. How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers? Presented by: Incenter.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Black Knight has dipped its toes into software for the secondary market before, acquiring Optimal Blue in July and gaining access to the company’s pricing and eligibility (PPE) engine – a tool used to streamline the origination process for lenders by aggregating pricing and product guidelines from investors. Presented by: Maxwell.

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2021

Presented by: Propertybase. House valuations come into play at crucial times in the transaction process; they not only bookend the entire journey but also crop up during the time of “appraisal.”. We hear shocking stories of racial discrimination and a variety of other ills during the appraisal process.

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East Coast Appraisal

AUGUST 22, 2023

An appraisal can help you determine the fair market value of your property, negotiate a better deal, or secure a favorable loan. However, getting an appraisal is not as simple as calling an appraiser and scheduling a visit. Discover some tips on how to prepare for a commercial property appraisal.

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McKissock

APRIL 6, 2021

Whether your goal is to work fewer hours and improve your work-life balance or increase productivity and scale your business, there are many technology tools available to help you complete more appraisals in less time. Additionally, other technology tools will be shared for you to adopt for on-the-job use.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

When all required data input fields are completed, the data file is delivered to the lenders, same as it is today, and the data fields are formatted and presented in a manner that a “form” is printable or can be turned into a PDF so that the appraisal can be viewed.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

What tools and tech do you need to make sure you’re turning your appraisal efforts into cash? What parts of the appraisal process does Anow cover? Meet the presenter. Where can you find this information, fast? Is this really an all-in-one solution? Reserve your spot.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The team at Fannie Mae were the first to announce requirements lockstep with their Regulator that desktop appraisals will become a normal part of the appraisal product landscape. Appraisal Labels. Prior to 2020, the most common appraisal label in the mortgage origination ecosystem was the Full Appraisal.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 24, 2022

Thus, it’s an opportunity for appraisers to step up and fulfill these Remote Desktop appraisals quickly and show how a fast turn time that is 5 days or less could happen every time. But – it presents challenges too. This will make the remote appraisal process even faster!

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

From an appraiser’s perspective, I know that we work with agents to make sure the appraisal is done in a timely manner with the most accurate information possible. While agents and appraisers cannot discuss value we can talk about the property and why they may have priced it at what they did.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Appraisal Review: What a Bank Reviewer Wishes You Knew. What do bank reviewers and underwriters focus on when reviewing residential appraisals and why? Are you about to take your Appraisal Licensing and Certification exam and have knots in your stomach? Fannie Mae Q3 2020 Appraisal Update. Understanding Mutual Funds.

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Clear Capital

JULY 14, 2023

Inspection-based appraisal waivers — filling the gaps in traditional waivers For many years, there have only been two options for lenders — a traditional appraisal or an appraisal waiver. Now, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac offer inspection-based appraisal waivers.

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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. Understanding the commercial real estate appraisal process is crucial for anyone involved in the buying or selling of commercial properties.

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McKissock

JULY 28, 2022

Subject matter experts Ken DeFeo (Fannie Mae) and Sean Murphy (Freddie Mac) team up to share with appraisers a behind-the-scenes look at how the initiative is progressing. In this webinar, you will learn some of the benefits to appraisers and how the dynamic report will work.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 29, 2024

Reverse mortgages are becoming an increasingly popular financial tool for homeowners over the age of 62 who want to access equity in their homes. 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.

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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?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Students appreciate the well-organized, easy to comprehend content presented by experts in simplifying complex concepts likely to be included in the state exam, as well as the visual aids for assistance with retention and understanding. Colibri’s online prelicensing courses are self-paced. Attend online live Zoom class.

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Valuation Nation

OCTOBER 16, 2022

of market time to absorb present inventory, but it is a step towards a negative space. Interest rates and REO inventory both add to this type of analysis, but we have few REO sales in this market presently. He presently has his Volker hat on and we will have to see how it shakes out. Appraisers: Use Your Tools.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The team at Simonson Appraisals has found that one of the best tools we have to overcome this challenge while continuing to produce reliable and credible appraisals is speaking with owners, lenders and other market participants dealing with the different segments of commercial real estate.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Efforts to increase consistency and accuracy in the property data collection and inspection process should be celebrated, and are key to improving public trust in the appraisal process. It’ll also help build confidence in the accuracy of hybrid appraisals. You might be thinking, “Wait, what’s ClearInsight again?”

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AmeriMac

APRIL 30, 2023

Additionally, provide any necessary documents and information to the appraiser that may be helpful in the appraisal process. After the appraisal, review the results, ask questions, and ensure that everything given by the appraiser is accurate before finalizing it.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Data collectors will also take note of all building materials and utilities present. Data collectors can do this manually or use a collection tool such as CubiCasa ®. The traditional appraisal process requires underwriters to ensure the accuracy of a property’s features along with the condition and value of the property.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Whether you’re selling your home to begin a new adventure or refinancing your existing home, getting an appraisal with the value you want is an important hurdle to clear. You may feel that the appraisal process is out of your control, but there are many easy and inexpensive ways to get both yourself and your home ready.

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Realtor

AUGUST 24, 2017

Plus, even though appraisers are subject to strict regulations, much of their job is subjective, which means it’s crucial for your home to make a good impression on them. Luckily, there’s a lot you can do to help present your home at its best. Ask your agent to put a list of comps together to give to your appraiser.

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Realtor

AUGUST 24, 2017

Plus, even though appraisers are subject to strict regulations, much of their job is subjective, which means it’s crucial for your home to make a good impression on them. Luckily, there’s a lot you can do to help present your home at its best. Ask your agent to put a list of comps together to give to your appraiser.

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Birmingham Appraisal

MAY 2, 2023

The appraiser must attempt to collect as much information about the property and the condition it was in as of the effective date so that the appraisal value will be as accurate as possible. In addition, the appraiser will analyze and study the market conditions that were present as of the effective date of value.

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AmeriMac

OCTOBER 1, 2021

The appraisal process is one of the most important elements of the real estate industry – and unfortunately for the appraisers themselves, it’s also one of the most time consuming. In a pre-COVID world, it was common for appraisers to come out to a home and visually inspect both the inside and the outside.

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AmeriMac

OCTOBER 1, 2021

The appraisal process is one of the most important elements of the real estate industry – and unfortunately for the appraisers themselves, it’s also one of the most time consuming. In a pre-COVID world, it was common for appraisers to come out to a home and visually inspect both the inside and the outside.

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 20, 2021

As such, our experts at The Robert Weiler Company have put together this business valuation ‘questions and answers’ overview to offer more clarity behind the business appraisal process. The appraiser must refer to the company’s past net earnings performance and process that figure by capitalizing this number to a present value.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 13, 2023

ChatGPT: Valuable Tool or a Replacement for Real Estate Appraisers? PAVE Response and Marcia Fudge by Dave Towne Excerpts: Folks, the American Enterprise Institute Housing Center has been, to date, the only major voice in the wilderness I’ve seen publicly defending appraisers and the appraisal process.

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Realvals

JUNE 18, 2023

An appraisal report provides a detailed analysis of the current market value of your propery. This can be presented to the bail bondsman to demonstrate your ability to cover the bond amount. An appraisal can greatly increase your chances of obtaining a bail bond, as it removes some of the perceived risk for the bondsman.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

It’s also, to be clear, somewhat about revolutionizing and modernizing the appraisal process by enabling property data collection to be performed by non-appraisers. You could have, on any given home, you can have five different appraisers show up to the home and end up with five completely different valuations.

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