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AI could improve racial equity in homeownership, but there’s work to be done

Housing Wire

Nearly 50 interviews from staff members in the federal government, financial technology companies, mortgage lenders and consumer advocates found that the ability of AI to improve racial equity can be undermined by the data used to train the algorithm, not just by the algorithm itself.

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FHFA takes a swing at racial bias in appraisal

Housing Wire

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is the latest stakeholder to examine how racial bias may creep into property valuations. It’s unclear whether the inclusion of references to race in appraisal reports reveals bias in the valuation process or introduces it.

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PAVE Task Force Releases Recommendations to Promote Valuation Equity

McKissock

On March 23, 2022, the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) released a report entitled “Action Plan to Advance Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity.” Pages 5 and 6 of the report set forth 21 recommendations, termed “Agency Actions to Advance Valuation Equity.” Stay tuned.

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Collateral Risk Network Statement on Appraiser’s Email Sent to Dr. Elizabeth Korver-Glenn

Appraisal Buzz

The statement condemns the thoughts, language, and tone of the email sent to Dr. To that end, the CRN is devising an educational program to expose the appraisal community to proper training on Fair Housing laws as they impact the appraisal profession. Regards, Collateral Risk Network, Inc.

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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

But once these qualities are developed, many appraisers find eminent domain work to be interesting, challenging but worthwhile, and financially rewarding. Becoming an expert appraisal witness in an eminent domain case starts with developing a comprehensive understanding of how value is determined in this special proceeding.

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7 best real estate schools in Florida (FL) for 2024

Housing Wire

Key takeaways AceableAgent offers courses for every stage or your real estate journey, from prelicensing to post-licencing and training to hone your professional skills. 2 End of Course Exam Attempts Online Course With 3 Hours Each of Core Law & Ethics, 8 Hours of Specialty. Includes specialty, core Law & Ethics CE training.

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

Covers license law, real property, agency, state & federal laws, advertising, valuation, finance, real estate calculations, contracts & more + 15-hr Applied Real Estate Principles, an interactive course Leap Learning 60-hr Online Topics Package $419 60 of required 75 hrs. Self-paced. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5