Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The Appraisal Institute , the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers, has launched a new program to increase the ranks of veteran and minority appraisers. With the AI PAREA program, participants can appraise properties virtually with one-on-one guidance from a mentor to become credentialed.

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Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2022

A piece of legislation introduced in the Senate in mid-May could streamline the appraisal process for VA loans. The legislation would modernize the Department of Veteran Affairs ‘ appraisal requirements by allowing desktop appraisals, and in some circumstances, waving appraisals all together.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2022

With recent developments from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to pursue a more digital appraisal process that could both speed up the process and remove any unconscious bias from it, it is important for industry professionals across the space to stay at the top of their game. 3-5 is proud to present an appraisal-centered session this year.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Fannie Mae announced on January 19, 2022 that they will be accepting desktop appraisals for eligible loan transactions. The team at Fannie Mae were the first to announce requirements lockstep with their Regulator that desktop appraisals will become a normal part of the appraisal product landscape. Appraisal Labels.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2022

Desktop appraisals became a permanent option for certain loans earlier this year. HousingWire recently spoke with Kenon Chen, Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Clear Capital, about desktop appraisal adoption and appraisal modernization. How willing are appraisers to adopt desktop and hybrid appraisals?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2022

With the recent news about desktop appraisals, appraisal technology is top of mind for many. HousingWire recently spoke with Reggora co-founder and CTO Will Denslow about the role of technology in appraisal innovation. How will this affect appraisal technology moving forward? How can technology help mitigate this issue?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 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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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

There are two significant issues in our industry right now — appraisal bias and origination volume. Both of these issues accelerate the importance of appraisal modernization. What is appraisal modernization? And how can it help with both of these topics? This content is exclusively for HW+ members.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Jim Amorin, the CEO of the Appraisal Institute , on Thursday announced his resignation from the appraisal trade group. In a statement, the Appraisal Institute said Amorin’s five-year term will end effective Feb. The racial gap itself in appraised values increased by 75% during that period. as Hispanic.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 27, 2021

There’s too little supply and too high a demand, a predicament that’s disrupted the housing and appraisal industries. Beginning in January 2020, 7% of purchase transactions had a contract price above the appraisal value. As the appraisal gap widened, the CoreLogic Price Index rose as well, reaching 15% in May of this year.

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George Dell

MARCH 20, 2024

Appraiser education is about a proven and “well-established” process! Developed nearly 100 years ago! The embedded old ways obstruct modern […] The post Education Stagnation Repudiation? The embedded old ways obstruct modern […] The post Education Stagnation Repudiation?

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

The shortage of appraisers within the industry has been well publicized recently and no doubt plenty of you reading this article have experienced the impact of this shortage first hand. According to the Appraiser Institute , more than 10,000 appraisers have left the industry since 2013. AMCs Driving Tech Innovation .

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

I hear these phrases quite often when it comes to product and software development, but I think they apply very well to solving complex problems like transforming the property appraisal process to work better for every stakeholder. Or “perfect is the enemy of done”? No more clipboards.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Troy, Michigan-based appraisal management company (AMC) Class Valuation announced on Wednesday that it has acquired fellow AMC Valuation Connect , formerly a subsidiary of mortgage technology company Mortgage Connect LP. Combining forces is going to be a win-win for all stakeholders.” metro markets.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

With the massive amount of technology available to anyone who can access the internet, you might wonder why bother getting a real property appraisal? Isn’t that all that appraisers do? Not professional appraisers. Appraisers will provide market trends for the properties that compete with the property being appraised.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 14, 2024

Bledsoe has more than 20 years of experience in technology management including leading numerous domestic and international teams through successful large-scale product development efforts, legacy modernizations, and the buildout and maintenance of supporting infrastructures.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

What should appraisers know before they sign the appraisal report and deliver their professional opinion of value? Many appraisers working in today’s marketplaces are about to find out how important this is. This is important information for appraisers, though it may not appear so at first. Appraisers track such data.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 21, 2022

Now that the GSEs have approved desktop valuations for purchase, appraisers need a way to collect trustworthy, verifiable data while also submitting floor plans on reports! Join us for our upcoming webinar on March 22 nd at 2 pm, “ Appraiser-Controlled Desktop and Remote Valuations ” with Mark Walser and Lisa Ratzke!

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Tell someone that you’re a professional fee appraiser and most folks won’t have any idea what that really means. In truth, human appraisers fill two vitally important roles today, (1) we collect information and (2) we analyze it so it can be presented to our clients. Ours is not the only industry where we see this. Think of oral care.

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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

APRIL 20, 2021

The public response to the recent Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Request for Information on appraisal-related issues was significant, with 164 unique written comments. ” From the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): “NAHB is a strong proponent of a sound and effective appraisal industry. .”

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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. What are the benefits of 1004 Desktop appraisals?

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Clear Capital

AUGUST 30, 2023

AURA is the first AI-driven appraisal review solution in API format that enables lenders to automatically assess images, text and floor plans. LenderX is the first Clear Capital partner to provide lenders with access to AURA, giving them a competitive advantage in streamlining the traditional and hybrid appraisal review process.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

With an increased demand for appraisals across the country, the need for efficiency during the appraisal process is greater than ever. Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN) is an industry-leading appraisal management company providing residential and commercial valuation services in all 50 states.

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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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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 27, 2022

Class Valuation, McKissock, and DataMaster are hosting a Free webinar on “ Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry ” June 28th at 2 pm with Mel Black, Matt Simmons, Jared Preisler, and Lamar Ellis. Buzz: What is your background in the appraisal industry? Buzz: What are some of the ways appraisers have evolved with new tech?

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George Dell

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Does modernized appraisal require a modernized report? And how about non-appraiser appraisals (valuations)? Here we use the word ‘appraisal’ in its generic public meaning.) In the past, that separation […].

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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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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 2, 2024

Prior to joining Xactus, he served as senior vice president, business development at The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), where he was responsible for managing the team that supported TMC’s 70+ preferred partner relationships. Prior to that, he served in business development, operations, and training roles with several lenders.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 13, 2024

All of my data sources were very local and included only those areas that were close enough to physically drive to and complete an appraisal. All of the data needed by an appraiser is available in a digital format and made readily available on-line. I couldn’t imagine receiving data in that manner or format today.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

There’s no denying the complexity of the appraisal process. With so many people involved – including the appraisal desk, loan operations, loan officers, underwriters, the IT/product team, borrowers and appraisal vendors – there’s room for error that could negatively impact the home buying experience.

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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.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 2, 2021

Our latest edition of the Appraisal Buzz Magazine is now showing up in mailboxes all across the country! Our cover article is an incredibly insightful conversation on racial bias in the appraisal industry. We have articles to help appraisers, AMCs, and lenders grow in every aspect of their business.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 6, 2024

If this trend continues, consumers and appraisers will need to have a heightened awareness of where and how insurance pricing or availability is affecting house prices.” ICON, an Austin based firm, has developed a 3D printed wall system. You may be wondering how this all trickles down to the appraisal report.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2023

We’ve been very involved in appraisal modernization [and] investment over the past five years,” Kenon Chen, EVP of corporate strategy at Clear Capital, said. “We’re The firm, one of the largest appraisal management companies in America, cited similar reasons for the layoffs that occurred late last year.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 19, 2024

Appraisal Institute Counters Flawed Appraiser Bias Narrative Excerpts: In reality, appraisers have a great story to tell, but we have a long way to go to refocus the terribly flawed “appraiser bias” narrative onto facts and science. Industry groups should also step up to support appraisers. It is human nature.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This article was first published in the Fall 2021 Edition of Appraisal Buzz Magazine. Appraisers use three different property valuation methods: (1) Sales Comparison relates the estimated value of our subject property to similar settled, active, and pending market sales. (2) To receive this subscription directly, click here.

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