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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

As a side note, appraisers remain responsible for complying with the confidentiality requirements of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). For this reason, if you are not the client, or employed by the client of the appraisal report, the appraiser will politely decline to discuss the appraisal with you.

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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

As a side note, appraisers remain responsible for complying with the confidentiality requirements of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). For this reason, if you are not the client, or employed by the client of the appraisal report, the appraiser will politely decline to discuss the appraisal with you.

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The Necessity of a Commercial Engagement Letter

Dart Appraisal

Since an engagement letter serves the same purposes as a traditional contract, it is crucial to carefully lay out the scope of the engagement, any contingencies that must be addressed, and any compliance specifics that need to be addressed in the development of an appraisal report, completion deadlines, and compensation arrangements.

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Choosing the Right Appraiser: A Guide for Agents, Attorneys, Accountants, and Homeowners

Birmingham Appraisal

This ensures that the appraiser has undergone rigorous training, meets the state’s education requirements, and follows ethical guidelines in their practice. A licensed appraiser demonstrates commitment and accountability to their clients and the industry.

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Experienced Appraisers Share Their Number One Tips for New Appraisers

McKissock

.” “Look at [your supervisor’s] previous reports to study the appraisal line by line to understand the analysis of the report to arrive at a final market value.” ” “Become a member of appraisal organizations and network with the best appraisers to gain the most knowledge in your field.”

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Unacceptable Appraisal Practices from Freddie Mac

Appraisal Today

Development of value and/or marketability conclusions that are not supported by available market data. Expert witness work, tax work, estate work and arbitration work all produce liability claims against appraisers. There are many different appraiser opinions on explaining your market condition adjustments or why you did not make one.