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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. No longer will appraisers find the right field and check the right box.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. These modern labels are often heralded as a cure-all for the perceived inefficiencies and biases of traditional mortgage appraisal processes. percent from 7.02 percent from 7.21

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My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

Today I’m going to share my top tips for choosing comps from an appraiser’s perspective. If agents can use the same techniques an appraiser uses the likelihood of there being a big discrepancy between the contract price and appraisal is reduced.