Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Appraisal management company Clear Capital , in the latest effort to revamp the appraisal process, hopes to automate property photo reviews to ensure data and photo consistency with its photo review product , ClearPhoto. Clear Capital’s data science team developed the product and built it into the already existing platform, a review system that automates collateral underwriting in compliance with internal credit policies and government-sponsored enterprise guidelines.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

In the days following the tragic condo building collapse in Surfside, Florida, information emerged about known issues with that building. Several nearby condo buildings were evacuated because they too had significant deferred maintenance that led to potentially life-threatening structural deficiencies. The tragedy has focused attention on an emerging challenge: significant deferred maintenance of aging condo and co-op infrastructure.

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Raleigh Realty

JANUARY 3, 2022

Planning on moving to Cary, NC? There's a reason it's on the list of Best Places to Live in North Carolina Cary is a great city for anyone looking to live in a top-rated town that offers excellent schools, weather, and amenities It's no wonder everyone is moving to Cary, NC. If you are considering a move to Cary please feel free to connect with us to help with your relocation or any questions you may have 10 Reasons to Love Living in Cary: Community People Education Jobs Safety Family Weather Af

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

The year is up and as the first bits of data for the fourth quarter of 2021 begin to come in, new data shows that home affordability hit a new low last year in a majority of counties across the country due to surging real estate prices and stagnant wages. According to the quarterly U.S. Home Affordability Report from ATTOM, a California-based property information company, homes became less affordable … The post How Much Do Homeowners Spend On Home Costs?

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Eyes on Housing

JANUARY 3, 2022

NAHB analysis of Census Construction Spending data shows that total private residential construction spending rose 0.9% in November after a decrease of 0.2% in October 2021. It stood at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $796.3 billion. Total private residential construction spending was 16.3% higher than a year ago. These monthly gains are attributed to the strong growth of spending.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Twenty-first Chair of the FDIC tenders her resignation, and will be replaced by current Board member Martin L. Gruenberg. The post FDIC Chair McWilliams Resigns appeared first on DSNews. The post FDIC Chair McWilliams Resigns appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

In this episode of DS5, we speak with Nathan Bossers, President of Boston National Title. Bossers shares how the pandemic has impacted servicers and the title space. The post DS5: How Servicing Is Adapting Through Pandemic Challenges appeared first on DSNews. The post DS5: How Servicing Is Adapting Through Pandemic Challenges appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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GoForrmz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Leverage digital telecommunications tools like digital forms to enhance communication, productivity, and efficiency Check out these five ways telecom teams leverage digital forms to optimize their operations and elevate their workflows: Form sharing GoFormz makes it easy to share fillable forms with others, even those outside of your GoFormz account, using the Public Forms feature.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Anyone who has applied for the mortgage knows that it is an ordeal, to put it lightly, and having the right lender can make a world of difference. Knowing this, Bankrate has scored and ranked more than 80 of the most popular lenders across the country and compiled the data for the 2022 Bankrate Awards for Best Mortgage Lenders. To start, Bankrate ranked lenders on … The post Looking For a Mortgage?

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Valuation Review

JANUARY 3, 2022

ClearPath Lending, a VA home loan origination firm, has provided more than 50,000 mortgage loans. These were guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs or insured by the Federal Housing Administration since the company was founded in 2012.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Some borrowers exiting forbearance are turning to Chapter 13 bankruptcy to save their homes. Unfortunately, forbearance doesn’t play well with bankruptcy finds Attorney Alan S. Wolf in this exclusive to DS News. The post Finding a Path to Resolution appeared first on DSNews. The post Finding a Path to Resolution appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Valuation Review

JANUARY 3, 2022

Appraisers will be required to use the Square Footage-Method for Calculating: ANSI Z765-2021 (American National Standards Institute) Measuring Standard for measuring, calculating, and reporting gross living area (GLA) and non-GLA areas of subject properties for appraisals requiring interior and exterior inspections. The effective date for loans sold to Fannie Mae will be April 1, 2022, or later.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Christopher Hussain of RealKey explains how an investment in automation now will prepare you for the next real estate bust. The post Getting Ahead of the Cycle appeared first on theMReport.com. The post Getting Ahead of the Cycle appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Valuation Review

JANUARY 3, 2022

Deephaven Mortgage recently announced an alliance with Incenter Appraisal Management. The partnership will give non-agency/non-QM brokers a new competitive advantage by offering remote appraisal services for Deephaven’s loans.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Flagstar adds 30-plus-year industry vet to the fold as the firm expands its wholesale banking business. The post Michael Adler Named EVP of Wholesale Banking for Flagstar appeared first on theMReport.com. The post Michael Adler Named EVP of Wholesale Banking for Flagstar appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Valuation Review

JANUARY 3, 2022

The CoreLogic Loan Performance Insights (LPI) Report showed that nationally, 3.9 percent of mortgages in September were delinquent by at least 30 days or more including those in foreclosure. This represents a 2.4-percentage point decrease in the overall delinquency rate compared with September 2020, according to the company’s latest LPI analysis. Read on for more from the report.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

The integration enables wholesale lenders to provide fast and accurate scenario quotes to mortgage brokers in a high-volume call center sales process. The post OptifiNow Builds Custom Non-QM Integration With LoanScorecard appeared first on theMReport.com. The post OptifiNow Builds Custom Non-QM Integration With LoanScorecard appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Valuation Review

JANUARY 3, 2022

Valuation Review reached out to a few people in the appraisal profession for their thoughts on things appraisers might face in 2022. Legislation is always intriguing for the industry as various state proposals can have quite a significant impact on appraisers moving forward. Read on to find out what these valuation veterans had to say.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

McCargo becomes the first woman in Ginnie Mae’s history to hold the position. The post Alanna McCargo Officially Named Ginnie Mae President appeared first on DSNews. The post Alanna McCargo Officially Named Ginnie Mae President appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Mashvisor

JANUARY 3, 2022

If you are an investor looking to invest in the Las Vegas real estate market this upcoming year, this article will provide an overall investor guide on trends and data…

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Alanna McCargo sworn in to lead principal financing arm for government mortgage loans. The post Ginnie Mae Names First Female President appeared first on theMReport.com. The post Ginnie Mae Names First Female President appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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San Jose Real Estate

JANUARY 3, 2022

If you are buying or selling a home in Silicon Valley today, you may be considering including the option to have a “seller rent back” after close of escrow. What does this mean? This is often referred to as “seller in possession after close of escrow” (often shortened to SIP) or “seller occupancy after sale” […].

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

The year is up and as the first bits of data for the fourth quarter of 2021 begin to come in, new data shows that home affordability hit a new low last year in a majority of counties across the country due to surging real estate prices and stagnant wages. According to the quarterly U.S. Home Affordability Report from ATTOM, a California-based property information company, homes became less affordable … The post Q4 Analysis Shows Homes Continue to Become Less Affordable appeared first on D

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Mashvisor

JANUARY 3, 2022

The Mashvisor Airbnb rental calculator can help you find a profitable investment property. But is this online tool worth the investment?

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Willowbrook Valuation

JANUARY 3, 2022

Leading up to the start of 2022, we have been taking a close look at various industries to gauge the potential for promising commercial real estate investments. Thus far, we have examined other outdoor entertainment venues that have drawn greater attention during the pandemic: Marinas and Golf Clubs. Each has stood out as promising investment […].

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Homeownership continues to swerve into unaffordable territory, with median-priced single-family homes becoming less affordable in three-quarters of the nation’s market, a report published by ATTOM Data Solutions last week said. Per the report , between October to December 2021, median home prices in 440 of the 575 counties analyzed by the data vendor saw notable home-price growth.

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Mashvisor

JANUARY 3, 2022

Buying a home in Hawaii may probably be the closest thing you can do to living in paradise.

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Assurance Financial

JANUARY 3, 2022

Wondering how many mortgages you can realistically get on a single residential property? Whether you want to finance your first home or you already have an existing mortgage and you’re looking for ways to refinance your home, you might be wondering about the number of mortgages you can take out on one property. In this article, find out everything you need to know about mortgages and how different mortgages interact with one another.

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Appraisal Buzz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Freddie Mac has released its Single-Family Green Bond Framework under its Single-Family Green Bond Program, supporting the company’s commitment to promote environmentally sustainable single-family housing to help reduce climate-related risks and increase affordability. The framework recently received a Light Green Second Opinion rating from CICERO Shades of Green.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 3, 2022

A home is more than just another purchase – it’s an investment in the truest sense of the term. As is true with all investments, it needs to be protected. This is why appraisals are so important. Think about it like this. A home is perhaps the largest single item that someone will ever purchase in their lives. Even if they’re not planning on having their current property act as their “forever home,” they still can’t afford to lose money by overpaying on a hous

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 3, 2022

A home is more than just another purchase – it’s an investment in the truest sense of the term. As is true with all investments, it needs to be protected. This is why appraisals are so important. Think about it like this. A home is perhaps the largest single item that someone will ever purchase in their lives. Even if they’re not planning on having their current property act as their “forever home,” they still can’t afford to lose money by overpaying on a hous

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