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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

By now, most appraisers are aware that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (GSEs) have embarked on a complete overhaul of the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD). These codes, or language, make sense to appraisers but confuse uninitiated readers of our reports. Really, appraisers have always thought this way.

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Don’t miss the Vanguard Forum at HW Annual Oct. 4

Housing Wire

As our market rapidly moves from a state of frenzy to a more normalized state, mortgage and real estate executives are tasked with developing the strategies, financial resources and partnerships that position their businesses for market share growth.

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Michelle Mencarini Joins SettlementOne as Vice President, National Sales

Appraisal Buzz

Prior to joining SettlementOne, Michelle served as National Sales and Business Development Manager at Class Valuation, one of the largest appraisal management companies in the country.

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Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal?

Appraiserblogs

The most recent statistics show Value Acceptance accounts for up to 40% of all mortgage approvals. It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. Despite its roots in a methodology designed to support appraisers, Value.

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Fannie Mae extends relaxed appraisal, lending standards

Housing Wire

HousingWire reached out to the company, and will update this story with any new developments. The post Fannie Mae extends relaxed appraisal, lending standards appeared first on HousingWire. To that end, the GSEs began accepting alternative forms of employment verification, including a recent paystub, to ensure lending can continue.

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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

After completing countless Veterans Administration (VA) mortgage loan transactions over the years, Chris Pascoe, a Marine veteran turned RE/MAX agent, has developed something of a system. VA loans are secured by the VA, and statutorily must be appraised by the VA and not just any appraiser.

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Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority

Housing Wire

Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac now allow appraisals to be conducted remotely, using public records such as listings and tax appraisals, for purchase loans. The policy now expires on December 31, 2022.