Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 8, 2022

Appraisers who have had the opportunity to participate in an appraiser conference recently have probably noticed a recurring theme from Fannie Mae – the importance of supervisory appraisers training the next generation of appraisers. Fannie Mae recognizes the benefits of a more diverse appraiser workforce.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2022

We have been very active in hybrid appraisal pilots and we have seen the benefit of providing accurate, digital data about the property to the appraiser, which has been crucial to adoption. Like every new process, education, training, and technology are key to success.

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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. JB: We just approved a brand new training department for VA. We’re really excited about building this training team out and hiring a contractor to help us put together the materials.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 11, 2023

Appraisal modernization is a hot topic right now, but updating the appraisal process is easier said than done. The process today is limited by a number of structural constraints, according to Scott Reuter, Single-Family chief appraiser at Freddie Mac. If we can check those boxes, we succeed.

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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

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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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 2, 2023

Whether you’re a homeowner looking to make improvements, an agent who needs a pre-listing appraisal, or an attorney or accountant who requires a certified appraisal, a well-qualified and experienced appraiser is essential for accurate property valuation.

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Clear Capital

MAY 10, 2023

This expansion of our partnership with the ValueLink team will make it easier for lenders to adopt new options, drive appraisal modernization across the industry and ensure a better valuation experience for consumers.” Our goal is to provide customers with a complete understanding of every U.S.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 2, 2023

Clear Capital Announces Universal Data Collection in Support of Fannie Mae Appraisal Modernization Policy Changes UDC data set provides lenders with immediate national scalability, interchangeability and less complexity for loan management Reno, Nev. Our goal is to provide customers with a complete understanding of every U.S.

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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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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

These appraisals are valuable tools for property owners, investors, and lenders, helping them make informed decisions about sales, refinancing, property tax assessments, and estate planning. Becoming a commercial appraiser requires appropriate education, training, experience, and certification.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

One of its most intriguing applications lies in the domain of appraisals. As industries grapple with the challenges of transparency, accuracy, and trustworthiness in valuation processes, blockchain emerges as a beacon of hope. This ensures that every valuation stands the test of time, free from potential manipulation.

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Rowe Appraisal Group

MAY 6, 2020

I recently came across this great graphic by Title Source that goes through the home appraisal process and the appraisal basics. It briefly discusses what an appraisal is, why it is necessary, what appraisals are based on, what homebuyers need to know, appraisal myths and truths, etc. 1-847-863-5776

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Rowe Appraisal Group

MAY 6, 2020

I recently came across this great graphic by Title Source that goes through the home appraisal process and the appraisal basics. It briefly discusses what an appraisal is, why it is necessary, what appraisals are based on, what homebuyers need to know, appraisal myths and truths, etc. Click Here.

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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. The presentation also dispels some common myths pertaining to Fannie Mae’s appraisal policies. Learn about mutual fund investing and the tools and knowledge to choose the right funds to pursue your financial goals.

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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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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2020

Finding an appraisal management software for real estate and commercial that works the way each individual lender does is difficult – usually resulting in time-consuming configurations, development work and training. The interface is so easy to navigate that lenders need almost no training. PRODUCT: EVO.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

As technology has evolved we have much greater access to data and appraisers are learning to adapt and use this technology. Many believe that the use of different data gathering tools and sources will help modernize the appraisal process. The appraiser may be able to use remote tools to view or sketch the property.

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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? or its subsidiaries.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 16, 2020

The Appraisal Institute , American Society of Appraisers , American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers , and the Massachusetts Board of Real Estate Appraisers announced a concerted effort to combat unconscious bias and discrimination in a release on Friday. Acknowledging that bias exists is but one small step.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

As technology has evolved we have much greater access to data and appraisers are learning to adapt and use this technology. Many believe that the use of different data gathering tools and sources will help modernize the appraisal process. The appraiser may be able to use remote tools to view or sketch the property.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

In many of those reviewed, there is a strong desire to keep appraisals and appraisers as key components of the mortgage lending process. A desire to see the collateral analysis and valuation process evolve, modernize, and move forward—whatever term you prefer.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches Excerpts: Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. Today, many newer commercial appraisers start with large companies, especially large brokerages. Others are not.

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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. It increases public trust in the accuracy of an appraisal.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2022

Users can complete a schematic 2D floor plan using just a smartphone, with no training or cost required. 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.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 14, 2022

The Federal Housing Finance Agency released voluminous plans last week developed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to make the housing market more equitable, in part through changes to the appraisal process. According to Freddie Mac’s equitable housing finance plan, it could be the expansion of automated valuation models.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Then they dive into Freddie Mac’s long-anticipated research paper, “ Racial and Ethnic Valuation Gaps In Home Purchase Appraisals.” 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.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Combination of national valuation tech company and innovative proptech startup will accelerate appraisal modernization and further democratize property data and insights. CubiCasa’s mobile capture technology can be used without prior training by anyone with a smartphone. About Clear Capital.

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Clear Capital

JANUARY 5, 2023

As a first-time buyer, unless you are among the 6% who purchase their homes entirely with cash , you are likely financing the transaction and your mortgage lender will require an appraisal. The potential for appraisal bias in home valuation has recently garnered public attention and regulatory scrutiny. Troubling research.

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