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How To Appraise Rural Properties

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Defining rural properties – USDA and GSEs Challenges of appraising rural properties Appraising rural properties presents unique challenges due to their diverse characteristics and market dynamics. There may be seminars available. The average contract interest rate for 5/1 ARMs was unchanged at 6.38

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Fannie Mae Takes A Closer Look at Appraisals

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Due to the shortage of review appraisers (exacerbated by low fees and time pressures), tens of thousands of poorly created appraisals were accepted without receiving adequate review. Many appraisers were bragging about their ability to fill out two or three appraisal forms a day and receive no call-backs from lenders.