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The Automated Appraisal: Tips for a Changing Appraisal Environment

Genworth MI Blog

When you hear automated appraisal, that refers to a computer doing the valuation without an appraiser. In addition to the automated appraisal, we’re starting to see moves toward a hybrid appraisal process called bifurcation , meaning that a computer and a person complete the valuation. Subscribe now!

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The Automated Appraisal: Tips for a Changing Appraisal Environment

Genworth MI Blog

When you hear automated appraisal, that refers to a computer doing the valuation without an appraiser. In addition to the automated appraisal, we’re starting to see moves toward a hybrid appraisal process called bifurcation , meaning that a computer and a person complete the valuation. Subscribe now!

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

Genworth MI Blog

This can include improper influence to inflate the appraised value, overlook repair items, misstate facts, ignore or conceal external influences, and misrepresent market conditions. Because of this reality, many laws and regulations have been enacted over the past 10 years to discourage improper communication with the appraiser.

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

Genworth MI Blog

This can include improper influence to inflate the appraised value, overlook repair items, misstate facts, ignore or conceal external influences, and misrepresent market conditions. Because of this reality, many laws and regulations have been enacted over the past 10 years to discourage improper communication with the appraiser.

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7 Excellent Real Estate Appraisal Podcasts Every Appraiser Should Listen To

McKissock

The Home Value Stories podcast, hosted by residential real estate appraiser Jamie Owen, is designed for those who would like to learn more about real estate appraisals and other real estate-related topics. ” Here’s a sample of a recent episode, titled “Why Can’t the Appraiser Give Me a Straight Answer?”

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

Birmingham Appraisal

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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Unacceptable Appraisal Practices from Freddie Mac

Appraisal Today

Here, I’ve collected four of the most common myths concerning appraiser liability in an attempt to bust them once and for all. The only appraisers who get sued are those performing appraisals for mortgage lending. However, 20-plus years of appraiser claim records in LIA’s insurance program disproves this myth.