Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Desktop appraisals arrived in March of 2020, allowing the housing market to keep humming while many stayed indoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Allowing appraisals without a walk-through was one of several flexibilities the Federal Housing Finance Agency allowed in light of the pandemic. Scott Murphy, CEO of D.S.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 23, 2021

Last year’s record-high origination volumes impacted every aspect of the mortgage cycle, and appraisals were no exception. In light of that, HousingWire recently sat down with ValueLink SVP of Operations Aqil Ahmed to discuss today’s appraisal landscape. HW: What is the No.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2023

Fannie Mae has approved six firms to handle its new valuation initiative, which cuts traditional appraisers out of the process and potentially represents the biggest shift in the valuation space in years. Our appraisal, property inspection, title and closing technologies are designed to plug into any digital platform.”

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Clear Capital

MAY 10, 2023

In addition to immediate national scalability and coverage, UDC is available at a fraction of the cost of a traditional appraisal, and completed in half the time. “In ValueLink Software provides industry-leading appraisal management solutions for lenders, appraisal management companies and appraisers.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

It’s an exciting time in the mortgage industry, especially for appraisals. Over the past few years, leading companies from across the industry have modernized and transformed how appraisals are manufactured to streamline the lending process and improve the borrower’s experience.

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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’ve also done a lot of work in appraisals and trying to reduce the time that it takes not only to assign an appraisal to an appraiser, but also the time an appraisal is delivered to us.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 5, 2021

The appraisal industry — just like so many others — has taken all kinds of twists and turns over the past year. Whether you’re an appraiser or another industry professional who frequently works with appraisers, the changing nature of the industry is likely enough to make you feel a bit overwhelmed.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

By now, most appraisers are aware that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (GSEs) have embarked on a complete overhaul of the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD). These codes, or language, make sense to appraisers but confuse uninitiated readers of our reports. It all starts with the standard appraisal forms used in the mortgage process.

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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.

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Clear Capital

JULY 28, 2021

Change can be hard to accept in any industry, including the real estate appraisal business. Now’s the time for appraisers to get on board with techniques and innovations that can complement their expertise – and ultimately lighten their load. Second, it’s worthwhile to explore why many in the industry are resistant to change.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Appraisal management company Clear Capital is looking to beef up tech tools for its network of appraisers, and it is doing so through an acquisition. 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.

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Realtor

MAY 15, 2023

Getty Images If you need a mortgage to buy a home you have your eye on, it’s standard for your lender to order an appraisal of the property. But when your lender says it’s ordering a hybrid appraisal instead of a traditional appraisal , what does that mean exactly ? The appraisal also protects you as a buyer.

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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

MARCH 25, 2021

No matter if you’re planning to put your home for sale or refinancing your mortgage, lenders , sellers, and buyers alike need to get professional appraisers to help determine the real value of a home. Unfortunately, working with licensed appraisers can be a difficult task. How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take?

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AmeriMac

MARCH 25, 2021

No matter if you’re planning to put your home for sale or refinancing your mortgage, lenders , sellers, and buyers alike need to get professional appraisers to help determine the real value of a home. Unfortunately, working with licensed appraisers can be a difficult task. How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take?

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Finding and picking a supervisor can be a challenge for trainee appraisers. When you’re breaking into the appraisal profession and figuring out what path you’re going to take, it’s important to advocate for yourself. What to ask a potential supervisory appraiser 1. What will the training entail?

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Finding and picking a supervisor can be a challenge for trainee appraisers. When you’re breaking into the appraisal profession and figuring out what path you’re going to take, it’s important to advocate for yourself. What to ask a potential supervisory appraiser 1. What will the training entail?

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AmeriMac

MARCH 25, 2021

No matter if you’re planning to put your home for sale or refinancing your mortgage, lenders , sellers, and buyers alike need to get professional appraisers to help determine the real value of a home. Unfortunately, working with licensed appraisers can be a difficult task. How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take?

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 2, 2023

A Guide to Selecting the Right Appraiser Selecting a real estate appraiser is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your financial transactions and investments. Certification and Licensing Appraisal standards and regulations are vital to maintaining the integrity of the profession.

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Clear Capital

JANUARY 5, 2023

“Many news stories tend to focus on the potential for an individual appraiser delivering a too-low estimate based on factors associated with the occupants instead of the home. The potential for appraisal bias in home valuation has recently garnered public attention and regulatory scrutiny. But the reality is more nuanced.”

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Clear Capital

MAY 15, 2023

Story by Lisa Marie Conklin If you need a mortgage to buy a home you have your eye on, it’s standard for your lender to order an appraisal of the property. But when your lender says it’s ordering a hybrid appraisal instead of a traditional appraisal , what does that mean exactly ? Is a hybrid appraisal accurate?

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

FannieMae and Freddie Mac both announced early this year the implementation of the use of Desktop Appraisals beginning in March. Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services.

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McKissock

MARCH 24, 2022

On March 23, 2022, the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) released a report entitled “Action Plan to Advance Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity.” The 58-page report is available here , while an Executive Summary of the report is also available. Not to be outdone, the U.S.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

As appraisal modernization and digitization initiatives take hold, it’s now more important than ever to standardize the calculation of a home’s gross living area (GLA). It’ll also help build confidence in the accuracy of hybrid appraisals. The days of needing months of training to produce accurate GLA are now history.

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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 is a desktop appraisal?

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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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Clear Capital

MAY 2, 2022

In February 2022, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac added 1004 Desktop/70D Appraisal products to their Selling Guide for new purchase loans. However, for lenders to take advantage of these benefits on behalf of their customers, they need to navigate new GSE requirements, such as ensuring appraisers have access to a digital floor plan.”.

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McKissock

APRIL 6, 2021

Whether your goal is to work fewer hours and improve your work-life balance or increase productivity and scale your business, there are many technology tools available to help you complete more appraisals in less time. Upcoming webinar: Tame the Chaos with Appraisal Technology that Scales.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

FannieMae and Freddie Mac both announced early this year the implementation of the use of Desktop Appraisals beginning in March. Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 1, 2023

Written by Sarah Wheeler Fannie Mae updated its Selling Guide on Wednesday to include more options for property valuations, saying that they are “moving away from implying that an appraisal is a default requirement.” We are on a journey of continuous improvement to make the home valuation process more efficient and accurate.

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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.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 3, 2022

This is why appraisals are so important. Appraisals act as a way to prevent that from happening. An appraisal contingency takes this idea one step further, offering a wide array of benefits that cannot be ignored. Why Are Home Appraisals Important? What Is an Appraisal Contingency? Think about it like this.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 3, 2022

This is why appraisals are so important. Appraisals act as a way to prevent that from happening. An appraisal contingency takes this idea one step further, offering a wide array of benefits that cannot be ignored. Why Are Home Appraisals Important? What Is an Appraisal Contingency? Think about it like this.

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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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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

Here it is: another article about appraisal modernization. Many are tired of hearing about how the appraisal industry needs to change and progress. The FHFA RFI responses to appraisal modernization are a treasure trove of insight into ideas and options for modernization from a wide variety of respondents.

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AmeriMac

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It is a streamlined appraisal process designed to provide lenders and borrowers with a more efficient and cost-effective way of obtaining property valuations. Its Origin and Purpose Freddie Mac developed ACE + PDR as part of their appraisal modernization efforts, offering an appraisal waiver option for eligible purchase transactions.

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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. For many years I appraised in the nearby city of Berkeley, CA. Worth reading. A good summary. Many people don’t like them.

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