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Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process

Housing Wire

These and other steps are sorely needed to bring the appraisal process in line with advances to digitize mortgages, utilizing technology to combat inconsistencies that continue to beleaguer the profession, and reduce closing slowdowns often caused by appraisal capacity issues. The modern appraisal movement is accelerating.

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Planning for a Home Renovation: A Guide

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

How to Create a Home Office Designing a home office begins with selecting the ideal location, steering clear of spaces like the bedroom or living room to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Flooring updates and modern landscaping can upgrade the home’s aesthetics, increasing its overall value.

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Strange Properties Appraisers Have Seen

Appraisal Today

Strange Encounters in Property Appraisal By: McKissock Excerpts: Property appraisal is not typically thought of as a “dangerous” profession per se. However, you may encounter some strange—or even spooky—properties from time to time. There are few appraisers here. He only does non-lender appraisals.

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Challenges and Opportunities in Appraising Mixed-Use Developments

Boston Appraisal

Mixed-use developments, which integrate residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial components within a single project, represent a modern approach to urban planning. However, appraising such complex properties presents unique challenges and opportunities for real estate professionals.

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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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“I don’t want to say we’re archaic”: Appraisal Institute president vows reform

Housing Wire

The residential real estate appraisal industry is staring at a fork in the road. The latest reminder is a report released Wednesday from the Appraisal Subcommittee , a part of the federal government in charge of monitoring appraiser standards. There are the allegations of appraisal bias.

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7 Top-Rated Appraisal Job Aids (Free for Members)

McKissock

Here at McKissock, our Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide variety of online resources for real estate appraisers. These include top-rated appraisal job aids, checklists, classes, webinars, and more. This infographic showcases the 10 most common ceiling types found in historic and modern homes.