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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. Really, appraisers have always thought this way.

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White House marks one year of PAVE appraisal bias action plan

Housing Wire

Thursday, March 23 marks the one-year anniversary since the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) released its action plan to curb instances of bias in the housing appraisal process. Led by U.S.

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Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process

Housing Wire

Our industry must support and adopt solutions like the Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (PAREA) and allow students to engage in simulated/virtual training programs in every state. Additionally, as directed by the Biden administration, the U.S. The greatest barrier to that today is the current supervisory model.

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Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Review: Essential Handbook to a Necessary and Influential 2nd Opinion

The Robert Weiler Company

And, the commercial real estate appraisal review process is not just a second opinion or a survey to friends or even colleagues; it is a required, in-depth analysis by industry experts. For grants secured for commercial real estate acquisition or development, appraisal reviews are a must-have. Grant Applications. Litigation.

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Q&A: Is It Time to Take On an Appraisal Trainee?

McKissock

They tend to assume that the trainee, once she earns the Certified Appraiser designation , will set up shop as a competitor. On the other hand, the appraisal industry needs fresh blood. The existing population of licensed and certified appraisers is aging—and in some markets, shrinking.

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What New Appraisal Specialty Do You Wish to Break Into?

McKissock

Developing an appraisal specialty is a great way to grow your business and stay competitive in the industry. Last month we asked our appraisal community, “What new appraisal specialty or niche would you like to break into?” The top three answers were review appraisal, commercial appraisal, and green home appraisal.

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5 Resources to Help You Avoid Appraisal Errors and Violations

McKissock

One thing you can do to help save time and preserve your standing as an ethical and reliable property appraiser is to put a little extra time and effort toward avoiding appraisal errors and violations. Browse the following resources designed to help you avoid common appraisal errors and violations.