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The appraisal gap is complicating deals across the country

Housing Wire

It had a large, fenced-in yard, modern appliances in an updated kitchen, a “man cave” for her husband, beamed ceilings, a massive master suite and was located in a good school district. For example, one client had a home under contract for $983,000 and the list/appraised value was just $900,000, the LO said. million,” he added.

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A View on Risk: Desktop Appraisals

Appraisal Buzz

The announcement has been welcomed by some in the marketplace as building a process aligned with digital modernization of real estate appraisals, whether their goal is motivated by customer service, speed, or cost. Can appraisers themselves offer floor plans as part of their appraisal service? Operational and Reputational Risk Implications.

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Reconsideration of Value and Appraisers

Appraisal Today

Excerpts: Suggested protocols for responding to Reconsideration of Value requests. Maintain USPAP compliance – Confirm the ROV request came from your client, either directly or through the client’s AMC, acting as an agent for the client, or other party designated as an agent by the client. Excerpts: 2.

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How to Find Comps With Few Sales

Appraisal Today

Resembling a modern French Chteau, it features a freshwater lake, manicured gardens, and three levels of luxurious living spaces. Allow the appraisers to speak directly to the lender/client, instead of going through the third-party agent. This will save time, especially when consumers request a Reconsideration of Value.

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NAN’s Steve Sussman on the company’s growth strategy

Housing Wire

SW: We hear a lot these days about appraisal modernization. What does appraisal modernization mean to you? But I think that it’s going to help solve a lot of problems both now and in future as we move toward more modern valuation methods. I don’t know that we’ve stumbled upon any magic bullet just yet.