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.” The comments we receive will inform how we will modernize appraisals to improve both loan quality and the origination process.”.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2022

This helps eliminate human error, creates digital consistency in the output, and democratizes the creation of accurate property data critical to real estate listings and the appraisal process on a home loan. Users have the ability to leverage CubiCasa’s technology without prior training.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Year Founded Description 98 OptiFunder 4,767% 2018 Finance company helping independent mortgage lenders choose among funding options and streamline the process. 126 Transactly 3,852% 2017 Real estate transaction platform providing automation, integrations and tech-enabled services that significantly reduce process time.

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2021

Real estate/housing is the bellwether for the entire economy and houses represent the typical family’s most important financial decision. So much of life radiates from both the location and the valuation of the house a family occupies. As mentioned, much is determined by the location and valuation of houses.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 19, 2022

3D tour technology reveals a new efficient and accurate way to gather data by launching a national network to collect data to complete desktop appraisals. We are expediting the appraisal process,” comments Asteroom CEO Eric Tsai, “with many of our initial desktop assignments being completed in three days start-to-finish.

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Housing Wire

MAY 31, 2021

One of the most challenging aspects in a real estate transaction is the valuation process. A simple mistake could drastically slow down the process and frustrate lenders, home buyers and sellers. And, the impact of the pandemic has complicated this process even further.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

In the often chaotic world of real estate, the appraiser-agent relationship can contribute to a smoother process. When real estate agents and appraisers work together seamlessly, clients benefit from well-informed decisions, transactions become smoother, and professional relationships are strengthened.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

Navigating appraisal challenges in today’s housing market. HousingWire recently spoke with PCV Murcor Founder, President and CEO Keith Murray, and COO Cindy Nasser on how the appraisal process can be streamlined in today’s tight housing market. And appraisal waivers would be informed, not blind. Presented by: PCV Murcor.

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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

But not everybody has the ability to tap friends and family or investments when the appraisal and the final sale price don’t match – many deals have fallen apart as a result, loan originators and real estate agents said. She recently had a deal fall apart due to appraisal. Streamline by combining services.

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Empire Appraisal Group

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Forty-seven percent of real estate professionals say they have had a transaction fall through due to a problem in the appraisal process, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ 2022 Appraisal Survey. The post Can You Talk to an Appraiser? appeared first on Empire Appraisal Group.

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AmeriMac

DECEMBER 30, 2023

Definition and Purpose of REO Appraisals REO appraisals play a crucial role in establishing the market value of homes, especially during the foreclosure process. Mortgage lenders rely on these appraisals to determine the value of fundamental estate-owned properties, directly impacting loan amounts for refinancing.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Appraisals are also often needed for tax appeals and for private cash sales. Investors who need a value of a home before and after the proposed repairs are made, sometimes use appraisers. Real estate agents also need appraisals for properties that may be more difficult to price. Write about what you do know.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 14, 2022

A lot of people don’t realize just how tech-driven the modern day real estate market truly is. Yes, it’s true that certain things like valuations and appraisals still require a lot of time and energy from a certified professional. Case in point: valuation software. Why Valuation Software Matters.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

John Bell, deputy director at the VA, said the agency has made strides in recent years to get loans processed and out the door in a timely manner. We now will have our first training group that will be intensely focused on just spreading the word, getting information out to lenders, veterans and real estate agents.

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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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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Find out more about technology and solutions specifically geared to empower the community lender to offer personalized service to borrowers and to the real estate agent partners from loan application to closing. The tech solution giving community lenders an advantage. Presented by: Maxwell.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 15, 2024

Understanding the role of a home appraiser, the importance of a home appraisal, and the factors to consider when choosing an appraiser are key to making an informed decision. So, let’s dive in and discover how to find the best local home appraiser.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent or a curious homeowner, understanding the dangers of outlier sales can help ensure a more accurate and fair representation of property values. Outlier sales often lack suitable comparables, making it challenging to apply the traditional valuation approach accurately.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

But because inventory remains at record lows, home prices have soared to astonishing highs, and bidding wars still occur in housing market across the country, Pascoe and other real estate agents on the buy-side have had to go the extra mile to fight for their VA clients.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2023

When it comes to offering an opinion of ‘good or bad’ on HR 7735 — the VA modernization bill — and its ultimate ability to create a better appraisal process for veteran and active duty borrowers, it’s simply too early to tell with too little information being shared on exactly what changes we should expect. A fundamental change.

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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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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.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 15, 2016

If all goes well, the home’s appraised value will end up at the price you’d agreed to pay. But the home appraiser could also report that the home valuation is higher—or lower—and this has ramifications for the whole deal. What appraisers do. Appraisers aren’t perfect,” says Parsons. But never fear.

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Realtor

DECEMBER 15, 2016

If all goes well, the home’s appraised value will end up at the price you’d agreed to pay. But the home appraiser could also report that the home valuation is higher—or lower—and this has ramifications for the whole deal. What appraisers do. Appraisers aren’t perfect,” says Parsons. But never fear.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Appraisers develop an opinion of value for the subject property for various reasons including mortgage underwriting. Other nontraditional uses for an appraisal include valuation for insurance companies, helping sellers arrive at a market value to list their home, estate planning, and tax appeals. Conclusion.

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Town & Country Residential Appraisals

JUNE 12, 2023

That's why we've assembled a full support staff to assist our appraisers throughout the process. From administrative tasks to research and data compilation, our team is dedicated to providing an environment where the appraiser gets to concentrate on analysis and valuation.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 18, 2021

Appraisal management software allows you to manage the appraisal processes from the original order right down to the final documentation. Here, we take a closer look at the top four appraisal management software platforms that help ensure the appraisal process runs smoothly and efficiently: ValueLink.

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AmeriMac

APRIL 18, 2021

Appraisal management software allows you to manage the appraisal processes from the original order right down to the final documentation. Here, we take a closer look at the top four appraisal management software platforms that help ensure the appraisal process runs smoothly and efficiently: ValueLink.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 31, 2022

Clear Capital , a national real estate valuation company, announced today the launch of two desktop appraisal products, according to a press release shared with FinLedger. The products are designed to provide a modern, time-efficient appraisal process for mortgage lenders. Story by Joe Burns for FinLedger.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 25, 2023

Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! On Friday, NAR put out a notice asking appraisal members in the affected areas to alert their non-member colleagues. Or hit the reply button.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Be Prepared for an Appraisal for a Positive Impact on Your Home’s Valuation. Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. You’ll be able to recover those costs in your home appraisal.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 30, 2022

Enhanced program designed to accelerate adoption of modern appraisal solutions by lenders. Clear Capital ® , a national real estate valuation technology company, has announced the launch of Desktop Appraisal and Desktop Data Collection , two products designed to further modernize and increase certainty in the appraisal process.

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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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AmeriMac

APRIL 18, 2021

Appraisal management software allows you to manage the appraisal processes from the original order right down to the final documentation. Here, we take a closer look at the top four appraisal management software platforms that help ensure the appraisal process runs smoothly and efficiently: ValueLink.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Real estate agents are typically the individuals who provide information in the MLS. Let’s talk about three areas of a listing that, when completed accurately, can help appraisers to develop more supportable opinions of value. The more accurate the data, the more supportable our conclusions are.

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