Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2023

Real estate valuation technology company Clear Capital has conducted a new round of layoffs as part of a company restructuring plan. We looked at this as not just an adjustment to the current market climate, but also looking at the current shift that’s happening in the valuation industry.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2021

Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN) is an industry-leading appraisal management company providing residential and commercial valuation services in all 50 states. NAN’s valuation solutions give lenders the chance to evaluate, select and manage appraisers based on their quality and performance.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraisal modernization is vital. Gareth Borcherds , managing director Ascent Software Group outlines the three categories to be aware of, how appraisal modernization can help scale new initiatives and more in this executive conversation. Many reasons given for appraisal modernization stem from appraisal turnaround times.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler had the opportunity to catch up with Class Valuation Chief Innovation Officer Scot Rose to discuss how appraisal technology be leveraged to improve both the speed and accuracy of the overall process. “We’ve

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

How do remote valuation solutions benefit appraisers? The appraisal-valuation space has seen quite a bit of mergers and acquisitions and disruptions in the last year. Class Valuation also has digital floor plan capabilities. Presented by: Incenter.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 20, 2023

Fannie also touted a “social index” to help translate investor interest in socially conscious investing into savings for underserved borrowers and its series of changes to valuation modernization, which it says will reduce bias, improve accuracy and reduce costs.

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Clear Capital

JULY 13, 2023

Through this integration, Clear Capital will deliver an improved user experience for mortgage lenders and loan officers ordering products that support appraisal modernization, such as Universal Data Collection (UDC ) , Desktop appraisals and Hybrid appraisals. Clear Capital’s automated status updates keep the lender informed in real-time.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 30, 2021

You say you care about collateral valuation, you are aware of the plight of professional fee appraisers in a world that seems to be losing sight of their value, you understand the lender drive to reduce risk in their transactions. Live conferences are an investment in your career that I highly recommend. I hope to see you there.

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Clear Capital

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Story by Sarah Wheeler for HousingWire Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Kenon Chen, executive vice president of strategy and growth at Clear Capital , to talk about appraisal modernization and how technology is just part of the solution. Sarah Wheeler: What are some of the biggest challenges right now? KC: Change is always hard.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Instead, tech innovations have started to enter the market with the goal of optimizing the appraisal process by automating key portions of a property’s valuation. In addition, AMCs have been investing heavily in R&D. . . With the acquisition, Class Valuation is looking to deliver a completely digitized appraisal process.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2023

GSE modern appraisal programs are finally expected to transition from test-and-learns to policy, the FHFA appears ready to accelerate work streams and data after their fintech RFI, and the ASC will begin conducting public hearings on appraisal governance and bias starting January 24. Stay the course on non-negotiables.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

—Digital transformation is underway with a modern approach to appraisal management—. Boston, September 14, 2021 – Reggora , an appraisal software company, improving residential real estate valuation, announced today that Envoy Mortgage has adopted its appraisal management system to help process all loans requiring an appraisal.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2024

Visit Tidio Property valuation and market analysis AI-supported property valuation and market analysis tools give real estate agents a decisive edge in quickly and accurately determining property values and understanding market trends. Here are some of our favorite AI tools for real estate property valuation and market analysis: 11.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2023

When it comes to offering an opinion of ‘good or bad’ on HR 7735 — the VA modernization bill — and its ultimate ability to create a better appraisal process for veteran and active duty borrowers, it’s simply too early to tell with too little information being shared on exactly what changes we should expect.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 31, 2021

Clear Capital’s suite of field valuations, real estate analytics, and platform technology solutions help servicers prevent fraud, check the accuracy of completed appraisals and broker price opinions (BPOs), conduct portfolio valuation analysis and updates, and help with disposition analysis on distressed loans.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2024

There are hundreds of companies that help with various parts of the transaction and process “supply chain,” from search and valuation to closing, from appraisal to title, from targeting to closing. Principal among these are: Invested capital “requires” the highest return. Of these, category 2 is the most established. Investors’ No.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

We’re exploring that topic at our Spring Summit on March 4 and asked Brian Zitin, co-founder and CEO of Reggora , to share his expertise on the panel titled, The Brave New World of Valuations. His time with Sonder Partners exposed Zitin to the inefficiencies in the modern appraisal process, which led to the start of Reggora.

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Major Home Renovations & Home Appraisals: What You Should Know Are you planning house renovations and want to know the best home improvement investments? Whether you are planning to sell in the near future or not, most people want to be reassured that any major renovations they invest in will be reflected in an increased home valuation.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 29, 2022

SW: We hear a lot these days about appraisal modernization. What does appraisal modernization mean to you? But I think that it’s going to help solve a lot of problems both now and in future as we move toward more modern valuation methods. I don’t know that we’ve stumbled upon any magic bullet just yet.

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Clear Capital

AUGUST 30, 2021

Clear Capital , a real estate valuation and analytics fintech leader, today announced that its ClearInsight app was named “Property Valuation Tool of the Year” in the inaugural 2021 PropTech Breakthrough Awards. Company recognized for innovation in global real estate technology industry. August 30, 2021 —. Media Contact.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2022

It is an alternative appraisal method that is essentially a compromise between an automated valuation model (AVM), entirely done by software, and a traditional appraisal. The webinar was attended by nearly a thousand industry participants, including lenders, valuations experts and third-party fintech companies.

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Boston Appraisal

APRIL 18, 2024

Mixed-use developments, which integrate residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial components within a single project, represent a modern approach to urban planning. Challenges in Appraising Mixed-Use Developments Complex Valuation Models : Mixed-use properties require appraisers to be adept in multiple valuation methods.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Almost all of the lender’s technology investment over the past few years has been focused on the Point of Sale (POS). While there has been some increase in borrower satisfaction and front-end efficiency, lenders have not recouped these investments in savings on manufacturing loan assets. For that, we need to make one more change.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 8, 2022

With interest rates hitting all-time lows, lenders doubled their origination volume to more than $4 trillion in both 2020 and 2021, hired more staff and ramped up investment in technology to close loans faster. Blend is focused on long-term growth, investment in technology and diversifying its revenue model. Halbrook said. “I

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

As some independent mortgage banks have found out, a modern-day redlining allegation does not need to prove intentionality. Part of its effort to modernize its outdated technology systems, the FHA Catalyst program, hit a snag last year. FHA has had gaps in loss-mitigation oversight of servicers it approved.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2021

That’s why many real estate pros say it can be one of the top areas that homeowners will get the most return on investment after renovating. The kitchen is also one of the areas that is commonly in need of modernization, from outdated appliances to antiquated cabinet styles. This approach saves on costs but makes a big visual impact.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 4, 2022

The mortgage industry is on its way to modernizing the appraisal process. With a desktop valuation, appraisers use extensive data gathered by third parties and public records in place of a physical inspection to complete the appraisal. But what is a desktop appraisal, how does it work, and how does it compare to a full appraisal?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2021

It had a large, fenced-in yard, modern appliances in an updated kitchen, a “man cave” for her husband, beamed ceilings, a massive master suite and was located in a good school district. How hybrid title and valuations help increase lending efficiency. The home checked off every box on Linda’s list. Streamline by combining services.

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Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

Mortgages for manufactured homes, investment properties, duplexes and fourplexes are not eligible. Both desktop and hybrid appraisals, according to Fannie Mae, “have the benefit of reducing contact between borrowers and appraisers, thus lowering the likelihood of valuations being affected by personal or unconscious biases.”.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 14, 2022

HomeSmart has yet to give itself a valuation or declare how much money it seeks to raise in a public offering. HomeSmart, like Compass , Keller Williams , eXp and other brokerages, states it has unique technology to modernize real estate. investment bank in Los Angeles. million net loss, according to the filing.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

Using the form structure, GSEs have been ingesting these eclectic abbreviations to develop a large database of residential valuation. The abbreviations we use in our forms are in fact, data points for the GSEs. If typewriters are no more, it is time for forms to be retired as well. Really, appraisers have always thought this way.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 17, 2024

Flooring updates and modern landscaping can upgrade the home’s aesthetics, increasing its overall value. Invest in a Home Warranty Ensuring that your home’s HVAC system is functioning optimally is essential for maintaining a comfortable living environment and efficient energy use.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 9, 2021

How hybrid title and valuations help increase lending efficiency. Having a modern, streamlined process makes a potential lending client’s decision much easier. I am not simply recommending here that every title agent run out and make massive technology investments. 2021 could still be a very good year for prepared businesses.

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Housing Wire

MAY 13, 2022

This can have a tremendous impact on a servicer’s bottom line and MSR valuations. These analyses can build operation optimization and identify ways to grow smarter without incurring huge outlays of hiring and capital investments. Diagnose the health of internal processes. Technology can now be scaled for small companies.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Loans for second homes, investment properties, cash-out refinances, construction loans, multi-unit properties, renovation loans, condos, co-ops or manufactured homes are not eligible. Kroll Bond Ratings Agency , in a January 2022 pre-sale report, said they gave a “broad valuation haircut” to all loan pools with appraisal waivers.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Combination of national valuation tech company and innovative proptech startup will accelerate appraisal modernization and further democratize property data and insights. ClearInsight is widely used in national appraisal modernization programs. This announcement comes as Clear Capital marks the 20th anniversary of its founding.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JULY 6, 2021

With the emergence of factories, production efficiency, and mass manufacturing, industrial space for rent became the backbone that supports today’s modern cities. Amazon is the iconic frontrunner when it comes to the future of modern distribution and smart warehouses. Benefits of Investing in Columbus Industrial Space for Sale

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