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Lines of Defense in Real Estate Collateral Risk Management

Appraisal Buzz

As we all know, the home valuation is an integral part of the lending process that helps Americans in their journey to homeownership. This series of articles explores the role of appraisal review processes in the risk system in the format of mortgage lending for 1-4 family real estate.

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Smaller nonbanks facing “come to Jesus moment” as MSR values dip 

Housing Wire

The year ahead for the mortgage-servicing rights market is shaping up to be a lucrative play for investors, lenders and others looking to purchase MSR assets. Independent mortgage banks (IMBs) leaning on MSR sales, however, now face a supply-demand imbalance, market observers say. These differences can cause volatile MSR values.

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What is a Land Appraisal and How Is Land Appraised?

The Robert Weiler Company

Any loan for a property is based on the appraisal value. As a land buyer, owner, or seller, understanding the true market value of the real estate in question is important. Also referred to as a land valuation, property valuation, or real estate appraisal, the ultimate goal of a land apprasal is to determine the market value.

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Anatomy of a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal: A Top 17 Q&A Guide

The Robert Weiler Company

So, take a deep breath, read on, and be prepared to gain a deeper insight into this important topic of commercial real estate valuation. The information that arises helps enlighten those who own, manage, sell, lend money, or invest in commercial real estate property. You may need a commercial valuation for many reasons.

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What’s a House Worth? Wall Street Turns to Drive-By ‘Appraisals’

Realtor

Blackstone and its lender, Deutsche Bank AG, settled on a sort of drive-by valuation done by real-estate agents that are more cursory and cost far less than traditional appraisals. Congress outlawed the use of such assessments, called broker price opinions, or BPOs, to value properties for traditional mortgages.

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What’s a House Worth? Wall Street Turns to Drive-By ‘Appraisals’

Realtor

Blackstone and its lender, Deutsche Bank AG, settled on a sort of drive-by valuation done by real-estate agents that are more cursory and cost far less than traditional appraisals. Congress outlawed the use of such assessments, called broker price opinions, or BPOs, to value properties for traditional mortgages.

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In Real Estate Appraisals A Photo is Worth A Thousand Words

Clear Capital

From informing medical diagnostics to measuring investor sentiment, using technology to scan images has brought revolutionary advancements across fields. Appraisal photos help lenders verify the condition of the property and ensure the value is supported in line with their investor guidelines. FHA Appraisal Photo Requirements.