Appraiserblogs

MARCH 7, 2024

Mass Appraisal tend to exhibit a regressive nature… In the intricate landscape of real estate mortgage financing, the notion of appraisal waivers recently dubbed “Value Acceptance”, by the Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs), has stirred considerable debate.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Appraisal management company Clear Capital , in the latest effort to revamp the appraisal process, hopes to automate property photo reviews to ensure data and photo consistency with its photo review product , ClearPhoto. Presented by: Accurate Group. At the moment, the technology is being piloted internally.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 28, 2020

According to FHFA director Mark Calabria, modernizing the appraisal process has the potential to create a more “streamlined and accurate collateral valuation process.” Low mortgage rates fuel the demand for valuation and settlement services. Presented by: VRM Mortgage Services.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Thompson said that “frictions in the appraisal process” can slow down the mortgage process, a problem she said is particularly acute in rural communities. Appraisers often spend much of their day driving from property to property, Thompson said. How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers?

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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. Presented by: Incenter. The appraisal-valuation space has seen quite a bit of mergers and acquisitions and disruptions in the last year.

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East Coast Appraisal

JULY 27, 2023

Investors employ diverse real estate appraisal and valuation methods that offer distinct benefits. Understanding these methods is essential for effective commercial and residential real estate valuation. Learn about the most common property valuation methods. Have questions about the appraisal process?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Jeff Allen brings more than 15 years of real estate valuation, data and analytics experience to the Clear Capital executive leadership team. OwnerInsight enables safe social distancing in the appraisal process by empowering homeowners to securely provide high-quality information and images of their homes without having an appraiser on-site.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2022

With recent developments from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to pursue a more digital appraisal process that could both speed up the process and remove any unconscious bias from it, it is important for industry professionals across the space to stay at the top of their game. Appraisal Modernization: What’s the end game?”

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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

MAY 23, 2023

At Tavant , they’re taking a look at the past and present of appraisals to prepare for a better future. Problems with the current state of appraisals One of the current problems with appraisal is the barrier to entry, said Dawn Svedberg, vice president of sales for Tavant. Johnson said.

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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. We produce appraisal “reports” not appraisal “forms.” This scope of work is determined by the type of property and the characteristics of the property.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 30, 2022

If we look further towards property valuation, many concerns were exacerbated by the pandemic and a dwindling number of qualified valuation professionals. Some studies suggest the number of active appraisers is steadily declining by an average of 2.6% Lenders strive to limit risk exposure while meeting compliance guidelines.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Lender Sierra Pacific Mortgage (SPM) announced Wednesday it will use CoreLogic’s collateral valuation platform in order to streamline future home appraisals. HousingWire recently spoke with CoreLogic’s Chief Appraiser Shawn Telford about re-examining traditional appraisal workflows in light of the changes brought on by COVID-19.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 31, 2022

As we all know, the home valuation is an integral part of the lending process that helps Americans in their journey to homeownership. This series of articles explores the role of appraisal review processes in the risk system in the format of mortgage lending for 1-4 family real estate.

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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

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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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2021

One California-based real estate agent who originates her own loans told HousingWire that she believes appraisers are being far too conservative in this high-octane market, and are also using bad comps. She recently had a deal fall apart due to appraisal. How hybrid title and valuations help increase lending efficiency.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 24, 2022

I hold an SRA and AI-RRS, I am an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, and I also provide valuation, education, and compliance services to various types of clients. 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.

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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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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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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Helping Agents Understand Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales In the world of real estate, accurate property valuation plays an important role in the home buying and selling process. Real estate agents, as trusted guides for their clients, must possess a good understanding of the factors that influence property appraisals.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 9, 2022

It is no secret that log homes do not appraise well. The question is raised as to what is the real problem with log home valuation and what is the problem with appraisers working in the niche log home market? Many appraisers in urban areas like Chicago believe that the log home market is irrelevant and is not worth exploring.

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East Coast Appraisal

AUGUST 22, 2023

However, getting an appraisal is not as simple as calling an appraiser and scheduling a visit. You need to take some steps before and during the appraisal process to ensure that you get the most accurate and reliable valuation possible. Discover some tips on how to prepare for a commercial property appraisal.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

There are many reasons you may need to know the value of your property and for this, you need a home appraisal. Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. Valuation for insurance claims. Type of foundation.

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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. Is this really an all-in-one solution? Don’t miss this FREE webinar on Wednesday, December 1st. Reserve your spot.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Presented by: Maxwell. The San Francisco based mortgage tech startup also achieved unicorn status in August of this year after a $75 million Series F seed round bumped its valuation to $1.7

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Clear Capital

JULY 14, 2023

As the real estate and mortgage industries work to modernize the home valuation process, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to offer new alternatives to the traditional home appraisal. The introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers offers an increasingly positive impact to both lenders and consumers.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The appraisal process is an essential part of real estate transactions. The appraisal value can make or break the deal, whether buying or selling a property. But what happens when the appraised value comes in lower than expected? This is where rebuttal appraisal comes in. Contact us at AmeriMac today!

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The appraiser must make sure that they are providing an impartial valuation so that the market value shown in the appraisal is as accurate as possible. For the above reasons, it is very important for accurate valuations during the home-buying process.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 30, 2023

From understanding what appraisals are, to prepare for one, we’ve covered everything you need to know. What is a Home Appraisal? A home appraisal is a professional valuation analysis of a property, which is usually conducted by a certified or licensed appraiser hired by the lender during the home purchase or refinancing process.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Today’s announcement from Fannie Mae — the incorporation of 1004 Desktop appraisals into their Selling Guide for many new purchase loans — is a big step forward in the journey to a fully modern appraisal process. We applaud this move and are dedicated to supporting lenders in the adoption of 1004 Desktop appraisals.

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Simonson Real Estate

DECEMBER 6, 2022

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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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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AmeriMac

APRIL 15, 2024

Understanding Home Appraisals A home appraisal is an official estimate of the fair market value of a home conducted by a licensed and impartial professional appraiser. The appraisal process involves gathering information about the home, the surrounding neighborhood, and recent nearby sales to determine the home’s value.

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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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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This blog post discusses what an inspection-based appraisal waiver is, how these programs benefit underwriters, and how you can easily get started with these programs to streamline and expedite your underwriting. What is an appraisal waiver? Appraisal waivers shorten the valuation process by skipping the traditional appraisal.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Years ago, it was hard work just to gather a few pieces of information to solve the valuation puzzle. Appraisal Review: What a Bank Reviewer Wishes You Knew. What do bank reviewers and underwriters focus on when reviewing residential appraisals and why? Fannie Mae Q3 2020 Appraisal Update. Understanding Mutual Funds.

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