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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

The original forms were designed before the digital age, to be completed on typewriters. Appraisal software companies have innovated the process of “filling out “these forms, but they are still constrained with the original typewriter design. The appraiser will be led through a process, defined by the scope of work.

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OK to average adjusted comps on appraisals?

Appraisal Today

47-acre property is perched 16 feet above White Rocks Beach (also called Palau’ea Beach), where it has 120 feet of ocean frontage. bath home was designed by local architect Rich Young. Let us call both of those assumptions into question… First Question: Does the real estate appraiser have to “protect the consumer/mortgagor?

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AVMs undergo compliance and regulation updates

Clear Capital

When Freddie Mac published the study, “ Discovery of Racial and Ethnic Valuation Gaps In Home Purchase Appraisals ” in late 2021, its conclusion, “that Black and Latino applicants receive lower appraisal values than the contract price more often than White applicants,” sent shockwaves through the mortgage industry.

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Appraiser Liability Risks

Appraisal Today

He designed the estate, completed in 2000, from the ground up. From determining asset values for financial reporting to assisting with investment analysis, property disputes, tax planning, and mortgage financing, appraisers offer a wealth of knowledge and data that accountants can rely on for accurate and informed decision-making.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

We believe that you’ll feel better informed, more confident, and maybe even a little enthusiastic when it is time to schedule a free consultation with a commercial property appraiser. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? All commercial real estate appraisers must follow a very strict code of ethics and rules.

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20 Awesomely Functional Gifts for Real Estate Investors [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

Whether a contract is needed for commercial land for sale, a commercial building for sale, retail space for sale, rental properties for sale, or any other type of commercial property for sale, Adobe Sign can help execute professional CRE contracts. Monthly or Yearly Subscription to BiggerPockets. Average cost: $32.50/month

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Appraising Fixer Uppers

Appraisal Today

Waterfront properties, whether it’s a ranch along the river, an oceanfront home or lakeside cabin, typically increase in value as time goes on and provide homeowners direct access to their favorite hobbies, such as swimming, boating or water skiing. The average contract interest rate for 15-year fixed-rate mortgages decreased to 5.78