Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 8, 2022

Appraisers who have had the opportunity to participate in an appraiser conference recently have probably noticed a recurring theme from Fannie Mae – the importance of supervisory appraisers training the next generation of appraisers. All this begs the question, why are there not more supervisory appraisers?

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

If discrimination is committed by appraisers – as the news headlines would suggest – fellow appraisers and real estate agents say they rarely witness or experience it. Another issue with appraiser competency could be appraisers’ apparent lack of familiarity with valuation tools.

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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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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

With no end in sight to the high demand for housing, the real estate industry faces a serious problem: a dwindling pool of appraisers. HousingWire recently spoke to Chris Knight, CEO and Gabriel Hern, President of Opteon , which consists of a partnered AMC and staff appraiser firm. I began my career as an appraiser in Australia.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 10, 2021

Clario becomes the first and only appraisal firm to participate in the program paving the way for the industry. RENO, Nev. — Clario Appraisal Network, Inc., Clario is the first and only appraisal firm to become SkillBridge approved and joins leading companies in other industries, including Lowes, Amazon and ADP.

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McKissock

APRIL 1, 2022

As a real estate appraiser, you strive for efficiency in your process and in your business. There are many technology tools available to make your workflow faster and smoother. On what appraisal software tools would you like additional training? “TOTAL is still the best appraisal software out there!”

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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

MAY 10, 2023

Real estate valuation technology company Clear Capital announced on Wednesday that it has expanded its partnership with ValueLink , a valuation management platform, to offer better support for appraisal modernization policy changes. Clear Capital is a national real-estate valuation technology company.

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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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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. My first hybrid appraisal was developed 13 years ago.

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McKissock

JUNE 6, 2022

The use of Microsoft Excel is widespread in the appraisal industry. In a recent survey, Excel was among the top four software tools on which appraisers said they’d like additional training. Are you looking for new and better ways to leverage Excel tools in your appraisal business? View the schedule.

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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. In October , Xactus ’s valuation solution, Appraisal Firewall X, also met federal requirements to fulfill Fannie Mae property data collection orders.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 23, 2024

He spent over a decade in various executive and managerial positions, where he led a highly successful team that included analytics, risk management, training, communications and vendor management while managing two of the top five lending institutions and the firm’s GSE relationships.

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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. The two are well acquainted – Clear Capital already utilized CubiCasa’s digital gross living area technology. How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers?

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 18, 2022

ProxyPics partnered with technology innovators CubiCasa, a global Floor Plan provider, and FoxyAI, B2B PropTech leader in real estate visualization and property intelligence, to equip their trained data collectors, or Proxies, with powerful tools to complete the Property Data Report. About ProxyPics. About ProxyPics.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

The Dawn of a New Appraisal Era In the ever-evolving realm of technology, few innovations have garnered as much attention and promise as blockchain. One of its most intriguing applications lies in the domain of appraisals. Understanding the Basics: What is Blockchain?

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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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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2020

As part of a larger global company offering a wide range of end-to-end solutions, we provide integrated products and technology far beyond full-service mortgage fulfillment. Plus, we offer appraisals and field services through other Altisource’s lines of business, including insurance through CastleLine.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 17, 2022

Amanda Hill: Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority by Maria Volkova. It truly is time for lenders to consider how technology can improve this part of the mortgage process and reduce turn time. It truly is time for lenders to consider how technology can improve this part of the mortgage process and reduce turn time.

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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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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

McKissock’s Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide variety of online appraisal classes, webinars, videos, podcasts, checklists, job aids, and other resources. Plus, we’re adding to our library each month so that you get the most current and relevant information to grow your real estate appraisal career.

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McKissock

APRIL 4, 2023

McKissock Learning is excited to announce that we’ll be hosting a three-part series of webinars on using Microsoft Excel and pivot tables for appraisers. In the second session, Cathy will take us through how to create meaningful pivot tables to enhance your appraisal reports. So, you think you know Excel? Did you know?

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 12, 2024

The company launched VRM University (VRMU) in 2009, offering “specialized training for financial services and real estate professionals.” That birthed our affiliate company, national appraisal management company, PCV Murcor, which is celebrating over 40 years in business,” Murray said. elementor – v3.21.0 – 26-05-2024 */.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading.elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;

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DataMaster

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Is it time to overhaul the appraisal process? By now, most appraisers have read the Request for Information (RFI) published by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on December 28, 2020. ” This RFI is your chance to impact the direction that the inevitable appraisal overhaul will go. Appraisal Modernization.

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2022

Also, an independent appraisal during the loan process locks in the property’s market value at the time the reverse mortgage loan is funded. In fact, many financial researchers and scholars have identified it as a strategic tool that should be considered part of a holistic financial strategy for retirement.

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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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McKissock

JUNE 4, 2021

There are many potential benefits to adding a trainee to your appraisal practice. Are you an experienced appraiser on the fence about hiring a trainee appraiser? To gain helpful insights, we asked our appraisal community, “What’s the top reason you’d consider bringing on a trainee appraiser?”

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McKissock

JANUARY 12, 2021

The use of Microsoft Excel is widespread in the appraisal industry. Looking for new ways to leverage Excel tools in your appraisal business? One of the most common appraisal problems is determining the contributory value for the differences in gross living area (GLA). Register now. Taking PivotTables to the Next Level.

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McKissock

JUNE 24, 2022

Change is a part of life, and that is certainly evident in the appraisal industry. Statistics tell us that the average appraiser is between the ages of 55 and 60 years old, and no doubt, they’ve seen technology reshape the industry since their early days in the field. Be open to new technologies. What can you expect?

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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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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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McKissock

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

As part of our contributor series, experienced appraiser Conrad Meertins Jr. shares his advice on how to level up as an appraiser. So, how do you level up as an appraiser? First, I must say that this article is not intended to explain the levels of appraiser licensing. There is a popular saying, “Skills pay the bills.”

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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. Sign up now.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 1, 2022

Enhanced program designed to accelerate adoption of modern appraisal solutions by lenders. In collaboration with its partners, Clear Capital seeks to reduce friction of transformation and enable the vendor ecosystem with unique technology, data and analytics solutions. March 1, 2022 —.

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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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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

HousingWire recently spoke with Dave Steinmetz, Division President of Origination Services for ServiceLink, on what tools lenders should leverage to streamline home equity title and closing. Luckily, the technology and infrastructure we had in place at ServiceLink kept our client service uninterrupted.

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