Appraisal, Inspection, Technology and Valuation

ICE unveils two new property valuation solutions

Housing Wire

MARCH 18, 2024

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) Mortgage Technology introduced two new tools, Validate ROV and Validate Selector, to its growing suite of property valuation solutions, the company announced on Monday. Regulators are paying close attention to valuations for many valid reasons.

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Restb.ai and Bradford Technologies announce appraisal partnership

Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2023

and Bradford Technologies announced their partnership at the Valuation Expo in Las Vegas on Monday. As part of the partnership, Restb.ai’s AI technology will be integrated into Bradford Technologies’ report quality control processes. Computer vision and AI solutions provider Restb.ai

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Appraiser-Controlled Desktop and Remote Valuations

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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Incenter Appraisal Management’s RemoteVal solution keeps appraisers in full control of the inspection

Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 2022

The industry has a huge demand for appraisals but an ever-shrinking number of appraisers available to conduct them. Incenter Appraisal Management’s RemoteVal technology allows appraisers to cut out all physical travel and get more inspections done, in turn generating more orders per day that they can complete.

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Modernizing Appraisals: Collaborative Valuation

Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 18, 2021

This article was originally published in the Fall 2021 Appraisal Buzz Magazine here. Our profession has been abuzz the last year or two with regards to the GSEs being mandated to modernize the appraisal profession. Why are appraisers essentially being excluded from the conversation about modernizing the profession?

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How data and technology can combat appraisal bias

Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2023

In the past few years, appraisal bias has come to the forefront of conversations about appraisals and how they can be improved. At Tavant , they’re taking a look at the past and present of appraisals to prepare for a better future. We often hear the statistic that the average appraiser is a 57-year-old white male.

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Class Valuation acquires AMC AppraisalTek

Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2022

National appraisal management company Class Valuation is extending its reach, with the acquisition of yet another appraisal management company. Class Valuation said it would bring on AppraisalTek’s 75 full-time employees. The acquisition is Class Valuation’s fifth in recent years.

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Lunch & Learn : The Role of Appraisers in the Future of Valuation

Housing Wire

JANUARY 14, 2022

Collateral valuation is a critical component of mortgage lending and the home sales process. During the course of the pandemic, mortgage professionals have seen origination volumes for refi and purchase skyrocket as they have simultaneously faced challenges of accessing properties and completing in-person inspections. Get More Info.

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Incenter Appraisal Management and McKissock Learning Form Desktop Valuation Training Partnership

Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 24, 2022

LOUIS — January 24, 2022 — With Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac accepting desktop appraisals beginning in March, Incenter Appraisal Management and McKissock Learning are partnering to help appraisers update their remote inspection skills in response. Additional webinars will be scheduled on an ongoing basis.

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Is A Cubicasa Scan an Inspection?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JULY 6, 2022

In one Facebook group the other day, (yes, I’m back on Facebook ) one member mentioned they feel that a person who scans a property to provide an appraiser with a floor plan should be licensed. WHAT IS AN APPRAISAL INSPECTION? I think it’s important to understand what an appraisal inspection is.

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How will appraisal technology evolve in 2022?

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?

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Fannie Mae approves six vendors for controversial new valuation initiative

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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Gridiron Capital acquires Class Valuation

Housing Wire

APRIL 13, 2021

Private equity firm Gridiron Capital has acquired Michigan-based appraisal management company Class Valuation from another private equity player, Narrow Gauge Capital , the firms said in a statement on Friday. It would appear a good fit with Class Valuation, a fast-growing AMC with a technology bent.

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Xactus’ valuation solution approved to fulfill Fannie Mae’s property data collection orders

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Mortgage tech company Xactus announced that its valuation solution Appraisal Firewall X has met federal requirements and is capable of fulfilling Fannie Mae property data collection orders. Xactus Appraisal Firewall X provides data for both processes. Xactus Appraisal Firewall X provides data for both processes.

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Incenter’s virtual appraisal solution brings “arms-length” photos back to the remote inspection process

Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

As many real estate professionals saw firsthand, the valuation process was disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. To help mitigate these pain points, Incenter Appraisal Management is offering remote BPO and remote inspection capabilities paired with AVMs.

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

What’s the difference between a home inspection and an appraisal? Before you get overwhelmed, take comfort that critical milestones of home inspection, appraisal and closing processes are all great ways to get more acquainted with your prospective new home. Home Inspection. Have you budgeted for closing costs?

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Class Valuation’s CIO on solving the appraisal conundrum

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Scot Rose , CIO at Class Valuation , to talk about innovation in the appraisal space and how the technology being deployed for appraisal modernization can actually protect appraisers. SW: How is Class Valuation leveraging AI? What’s changing there?

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First American Mortgage Solutions leverages technology to eliminate compliance issues

Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

Over the last several years, significant technology trends continue to change the way people interact and work, and collateral valuation is no exception. This unique valuation offering is bolstered by the industry’s largest, most comprehensive database of property and homeowner information and recorded document images.

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Are borrower-assisted inspections here to stay?

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

HousingWire recently spoke with CoreLogic’s Chief Appraiser Shawn Telford about re-examining traditional appraisal workflows in light of the changes brought on by COVID-19. HousingWire: What changes have appraisers had to make to their workflows in light of social distancing and other COVID-related concerns?

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Veros acquires appraisal management company Valligent

Housing Wire

AUGUST 4, 2022

The parent company of appraisal software firm Veros Real Estate Solutions has acquired California-based appraisal management company Valligent Technologies. Valligent, founded in 2003 and led by Jeremy McCarty and Jeff Wickham, provides traditional, desktop and hybrid appraisal services to lenders, credit unions and others.

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The Coronavirus Home Valuation Test

Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 20, 2021

It quickly became apparent that the health risk would prevent professional fee appraisers from entering properties in order to inspect them for their appraisal reports. Without accurate collateral valuation, lenders could not properly underwrite new loans. The impact on the appraisal business lasted all year.

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QVM Insights from Quantarium & Valligent Technologies delivers a standardized valuation process to reduce risk

Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

Real estate technology has changed rapidly over the last few years, and property valuation is no exception. And to make that happen, lenders need a solution that streamlines the appraisal process and eliminates potential mistakes. Appraisals are often time-consuming.

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Still Using a Clipboard and a Tape Measure? Get an Inside Look at Tech-Enabled Valuation Solutions

Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 13, 2022

Technology will continue to infiltrate the industry – learn about how ProxyPics technology and tools will put you at the forefront of real estate transactions as the GSEs continue to evolve valuation options in the digital age. Luke Tomaszewski: I’m an 18-year veteran of the real-estate valuation industry.

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The Future of Desktop Appraisals

Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 24, 2022

Are you ready to meet the new GSE requirement of a detailed floor plan for your desktop appraisals? Join us for our upcoming webinar on January 25th at 2 pm, “ The Future of Desktop Appraisals ” with Joshua Walitt and Mark Walser! Learn about all of the new features in RemoteVal – a free inspection app for appraisers!

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Black Knight’s Scout added to Fannie Mae’s new valuation options list

Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2023

Lender and appraisal management companies and other property data collection companies can now use Black Knight ‘s Scout mobile property inspection as part of the value acceptance plus property data process. The government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) approved six vendors following the roll-out of its new valuation initiative.

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Clear Capital launches UDC to support appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2023

Real estate valuation technology provider Clear Capital on Thursday launched Universal Data Collection (UDC), a product designed to support appraisal modernization. The UDC product provides lenders with tools for scalability, interchangeability and loan management, according to a statement.

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Best practices to speed up the appraisal process

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Appraisal turn times have historically been a pain point in the mortgage process and in boom times, when transaction volumes soar, turn times tend to be one of the first casualties. In 2020 and 2021, for example, some markets saw appraisals take as long as three to six weeks. What’s going on? New products speeding up the process.

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SingleSource’s new app to support to Fannie Mae’s Value Acceptance + Property Data program

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Property services provider SingleSource Property Solutions has launched a new data collection solution for appraisal supported by SingleVue, its new mobile app, the company announced on Tuesday. Fannie Mae’s program, which began earlier this year, is part of its ongoing efforts to modernize the valuation component of the mortgage industry.

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Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

Housing Wire

AUGUST 5, 2022

With tech solutions and automation dominating more and more of the mortgage experience, the appraisal process can feel a bit dated, often causing significant slowdowns. HousingWire: Why should lenders consider appraisal modernization and how can it benefit borrowers?

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The risks and benefits of non-traditional appraisal methods

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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RealReports enhances property document analysis with new multimodal AI feature

Housing Wire

MAY 16, 2024

The new feature harnesses the capabilities of multimodal artificial intelligence to instantly analyze and summarize complex property documents, including inspection reports, appraisals and seller disclosures. It pulls information from more than 30 data providers.

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Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority

Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

A Fannie Mae survey published in mid-May found that mortgage lenders see value in appraisal modernization, specifically in the implementation of non-traditional appraisals and inspection-based appraisal waivers. One mid-sized lender echoed the opinion of others that appraisals still take too long.

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Are remote appraisals here to stay?

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Appraisers have experienced many challenges in the last couple of years. From juggling high volume demand for appraisals in the middle of a pandemic, appraisers had to radically change their processes. Remote inspections have the power to make homeowners and appraisers more comfortable. Introducing RemoteVal.

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A View on Risk: Desktop Appraisals

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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The hybrid appraisal is here. Who benefits?

Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

Luke Tomaszewski, an appraiser doing home inspections in the aftermath of the housing bust, was traveling as much as an hour across Chicago just to snap exterior photos of bank-owned properties. At $50 to $100 per inspection, according to ProxyPics, it’s certainly less expensive than sending an appraiser. Made to order.

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Incenter Appraisal Management Offers RemoteValTM Remote/Desktop Appraisals on a Self-Serve Basis

Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Appraisers Can Complete Virtual Inspections Independently, Be Their Own Bosses, and Prepare for a Digital Future. Appraisers will now be able to register for full access to RemoteVal for both desktop and hybrid assignments at remoteval.net. Incenter Appraisal Management is also reachable by phone at 866-222-6205.

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Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry

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 is your background in the appraisal industry?

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Clear Capital launches appraisal tool to speed photo review

Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Appraisal management company Clear Capital , in the latest effort to revamp the appraisal process, hopes to automate property photo reviews to ensure data and photo consistency with its photo review product , ClearPhoto. Permanent desktop appraisals are a win for everyone – here’s why. Presented by: Accurate Group.

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An Opportunity to Change the Appraisal Industry

Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 14, 2021

Fannie and Freddie are slowly rolling back some of the COVID-era regulations that have facilitated getting appraisals done during the pandemic. Appraisers are starting to get one-off requests from Fannie and Freddie for more information and an interior inspection, even though the property already had a COVID-alternative accepted.

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ServiceLink offers brokers constant communication and transparency into valuation and closing

Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

ServiceLink, which is backed by Fidelity National Financial, meets the unique needs of wholesale lenders by providing title insurance, appraisals, flood certificates and closing services. Our EXOS Title technology offers accelerated title decisioning and a definitive clear-to-close timeline in seconds.

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Asteroom Announces Launch of New Desktop Appraisal Solution for Appraisal Management Companies

Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 19, 2022

3D tour technology reveals a new efficient and accurate way to gather data by launching a national network to collect data to complete desktop appraisals. Appraisers prefer Asteroom’s data because it includes a 3D tour that allows the appraiser to view the property remotely in its entirety for accurate and reliable appraisal results.

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Asteroom Debuts Desktop Product for Appraisal Management Firms

Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 20, 2022

has launched its new nationwide desktop appraisal data collection service to fully enable the new property valuation method called desktop appraisal endorsed and approved by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that started on March 19, 2022. Asteroom Inc.

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What AVMs can and can’t do in the appraisal process

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Fannie Mae recently announced that it will begin to “include a desktop appraisal option in Desktop Underwriter beginning March 19, 2022. Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) are commonly used today in the mortgage industry to help support the appraiser’s concluded value. ” Amazing, right? ” Amazing, right?

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Desktop Appraisals – Yes, No, Maybe?

Appraisal Buzz

MAY 18, 2022

Desktop Appraisals have evolved so much in the past 3 years alone — how exactly can appraisers keep up on the changes and impact on the appraisal industry? Join us for our upcoming webinar, “ Desktop Appraisals – Yes, No, Maybe? ” Have all of your burning questions about Desktop Appraisals answered and more!

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ICE unveils two new property valuation solutions

Restb.ai and Bradford Technologies announce appraisal partnership

Trending Sources

Appraiser-Controlled Desktop and Remote Valuations

Incenter Appraisal Management’s RemoteVal solution keeps appraisers in full control of the inspection

Modernizing Appraisals: Collaborative Valuation

How data and technology can combat appraisal bias

Class Valuation acquires AMC AppraisalTek

Lunch & Learn : The Role of Appraisers in the Future of Valuation

Incenter Appraisal Management and McKissock Learning Form Desktop Valuation Training Partnership

Is A Cubicasa Scan an Inspection?

How will appraisal technology evolve in 2022?

Fannie Mae approves six vendors for controversial new valuation initiative

Gridiron Capital acquires Class Valuation

Xactus’ valuation solution approved to fulfill Fannie Mae’s property data collection orders

Incenter’s virtual appraisal solution brings “arms-length” photos back to the remote inspection process

Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Class Valuation’s CIO on solving the appraisal conundrum

First American Mortgage Solutions leverages technology to eliminate compliance issues

Are borrower-assisted inspections here to stay?

Veros acquires appraisal management company Valligent

The Coronavirus Home Valuation Test

QVM Insights from Quantarium & Valligent Technologies delivers a standardized valuation process to reduce risk

Still Using a Clipboard and a Tape Measure? Get an Inside Look at Tech-Enabled Valuation Solutions

The Future of Desktop Appraisals

Black Knight’s Scout added to Fannie Mae’s new valuation options list

Clear Capital launches UDC to support appraisal modernization

Best practices to speed up the appraisal process

SingleSource’s new app to support to Fannie Mae’s Value Acceptance + Property Data program

Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

The risks and benefits of non-traditional appraisal methods

RealReports enhances property document analysis with new multimodal AI feature

Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority

Are remote appraisals here to stay?

A View on Risk: Desktop Appraisals

The hybrid appraisal is here. Who benefits?

Incenter Appraisal Management Offers RemoteValTM Remote/Desktop Appraisals on a Self-Serve Basis

Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry

Clear Capital launches appraisal tool to speed photo review

An Opportunity to Change the Appraisal Industry

ServiceLink offers brokers constant communication and transparency into valuation and closing

Asteroom Announces Launch of New Desktop Appraisal Solution for Appraisal Management Companies

Asteroom Debuts Desktop Product for Appraisal Management Firms

What AVMs can and can’t do in the appraisal process

Desktop Appraisals – Yes, No, Maybe?

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