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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

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. Really, appraisers have always thought this way.

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Challenging a mortgage appraisal

Annarbor Appraisal

The appraisal is for their benefit, but at the same time, the appraiser needs to complete a fair and supportable valuation. Even though the lender is the client, the borrower is by regulation, required to be given a copy of the appraisal report. When a sale is involved, the valuation may be lower than contracted price.

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How Residential Real Estate Appraisers Can Benefit and Help Accountants Do Their Job

Birmingham Appraisal

Appraisers Helping Accountants In the realm of real estate transactions, residential appraisers play an important role in providing accurate valuations. Appraisers also offer valuable support to accountants by providing crucial insights and data for various financial purposes.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

How To Appraise Rural Properties Excerpts: Appraising residential properties in rural areas can be both challenging and rewarding. Unlike the standardized expectations of urban and suburban properties, rural properties often present unique characteristics that require a nuanced approach to valuation.

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Chat GPT For Fannie Form Appraisal Reports

Appraisal Today

I have been reading about using Chat GPT for appraisal marketing and narrative reports, but this is the first I have read about form reports. Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!!

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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

Let’s walk through tips and pointers to help guide you through the do’s and don’ts of communicating with an appraiser, along with tips on how to support your argument when appealing an appraisal. Communicating with the Appraiser: Do’s and Don’ts. The Truth in Lending Act (TILA) contains rules addressing appraiser independence.

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Disagreeing with the Appraiser: Tips for Staying Compliant While Making Your Case

Genworth MI Blog

Let’s walk through tips and pointers to help guide you through the do’s and don’ts of communicating with an appraiser, along with tips on how to support your argument when appealing an appraisal. Communicating with the Appraiser: Do’s and Don’ts. The Truth in Lending Act (TILA) contains rules addressing appraiser independence.