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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
The Department of Veterans Affairs will raise appraisal fees and lengthen allowable turnaround times in select markets across the country in response to high demand for appraisals. The VA designated markets as high-demand based on increased demand for appraisal services and a shortage of appraisers.
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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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Starting March 14, 2022, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will require all lenders to use FHA Catalyst for appraisals. The module can also accept appraisals for Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs), the administration announced last week. How increased regulation presents a huge opportunity for lenders.
Housing Wire
MARCH 21, 2022
United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) announced late last year that it would turn the appraisal space on its head by launching an in-house appraisal program. Even if it has not made quite the outsized impact UWM said it would, appraisers mostly like the wholesaler’s new program. New blood in the appraisal space.
Appraisal Today
MARCH 15, 2024
How To Appraise Rural Properties Excerpts: Appraising residential properties in rural areas can be both challenging and rewarding. Whether you’re a seasoned appraiser or new to the field, having a better understanding of rural properties is essential for providing credible appraisals. Well written.
Appraisal Today
MAY 19, 2023
Chat GPT For Fannie Form Appraisal Reports By Dustin Harris Excerpts: The world of real estate appraisal is constantly evolving (much to our dismay sometimes), and as professionals in this field, it is crucial to stay ahead of the curve by embracing innovative tools and technologies. The answer is, Yes!
Miller Samuel
APRIL 27, 2019
After years of AMCs chipping away at the public trust, the New York AMC law was designed to protect the consumer. When the draft of the bill was approved by the NYS Board of Real Estate Appraisal , Carol DiSanto who is the Vice Chair, walked it across the street to The New York State Association of REALTORS (NYSAR).
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