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Finance of America reports record third quarter as it gears up for IPO

Housing Wire

Finance of America , which operates through retail, wholesale and correspondent channels, reported $242 million in income during the third quarter, a 66% increase from the second quarter. billion valuation. Its commercial business lost money in the second quarter and its reverse mortgage business contracted, filings show.

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The Value of Words in Valuation

Appraisal Buzz

When reading contracts, words will always have their ordinary meaning unless defined otherwise. a rule in statute or contract interpretation: when the language is unambiguous and clear on its face the meaning of the statute or contract must be determined from the language of the statute or contract and not from extrinsic evidence [i].

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Six Essential Steps to Commercial Real Estate Success

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Whether it’s a residential building or a retail mall, you want to attract tenants and clients so that you can start generating profit. To ensure that all parties are in agreement, you should compose contracts for all contractors and clients you do business with. Invest in marketing. Be clear with contractors. I hope you enjoy it!

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Why Appraisal Workfiles Are Important

Appraisal Today

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on appraiser discrimination lawsuit, waivers, staying positive with slow business, appraiser’s economic forecast, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Lanham, 20/20 Valuations, and loanDepot.com, U.S. District Court, Maryland.

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Appraiser Liability Risks

Appraisal Today

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on AVMs and AI, good appraisal book, Real estate market, Fannie, non-lender appraisals, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. A home valued too high can lock a homeowner into an unaffordable mortgage and increase the risk of foreclosure.

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Non-Arms Length Sales for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

What should appraisers look for in a sales contract? NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on agent concessions, History of appraisal bias back to 1930s, “one mile” rule and bias, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. April 24, 2024) — Mortgage applications decreased 2.7

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Appraisal Institute Counters Flawed Appraiser Bias Narrative

Appraisal Today

For too long, appraisers have faced sweeping claims that their valuations are biased against certain groups, despite appraisers’ ethical standards, rigorous training, and lack of financial stake in transactions. There are 12 principal forms used for a mortgage origination appraisal. Mortgage applications increased 3.3