Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

UAD originated in 2010 and since then we appraisers are accustomed to using codes like “C4,” “N;Res,” and “1200sf0sfin” in our mortgage appraisal reports to communicate the results of our analysis. It all starts with the standard appraisal forms used in the mortgage process. Most appraisers have diversity in their business channels.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

It’s an exciting time in the mortgage industry, especially for appraisals. Over the past few years, leading companies from across the industry have modernized and transformed how appraisals are manufactured to streamline the lending process and improve the borrower’s experience. What are the benefits of 1004 Desktop appraisals?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 20, 2021

This general alignment matters a great deal as the FHFA, through their oversight of the GSEs, who have the vast majority of the market share, plays a key role in the conforming lending market being the de facto regulator. These entities make many other comments about technology, workforce options, modernization and the need for change.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2023

However, a year after the GSEs announced new appraisal modernization solutions, as they’re more widely adopted, questions arise. A look into GSE appraisal modernization efforts The GSEs have each offered appraisal waivers on eligible loans for several years. A trained and vetted third party can perform the data collection.

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McKissock

MARCH 6, 2023

On March 1, 2023, Fannie Mae issued Announcement SEL-2023-02, which addressed several different lending-related topics. Announcement SEL-2023-02 also sets forth requirements for these third-party inspectors, e.g., they must be professionally trained and undergo a background check.

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McKissock

MARCH 6, 2023

On March 1, 2023, Fannie Mae issued Announcement SEL-2023-02, which addressed several different lending-related topics. Announcement SEL-2023-02 also sets forth requirements for these third-party inspectors, e.g., they must be professionally trained and undergo a background check.

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Genworth MI Blog

MAY 28, 2020

In this article, I will challenge conventional stereotypes and encourage you to explore manufactured housing as an emerging lending opportunity, positioned ideally for those savvy enough to see with different eyes. Underwriter/risk training – examine whether your staff has sufficient awareness and training on manufactured housing.

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Genworth MI Blog

MAY 28, 2020

In this article, I will challenge conventional stereotypes and encourage you to explore manufactured housing as an emerging lending opportunity, positioned ideally for those savvy enough to see with different eyes. Underwriter/risk training – examine whether your staff has sufficient awareness and training on manufactured housing.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 19, 2024

For too long, appraisers have faced sweeping claims that their valuations are biased against certain groups, despite appraisers’ ethical standards, rigorous training, and lack of financial stake in transactions. There are 12 principal forms used for a mortgage origination appraisal. bath, 5,258 sq.ft. Meet in person.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

Here it is: another article about appraisal modernization. The FHFA RFI responses to appraisal modernization are a treasure trove of insight into ideas and options for modernization from a wide variety of respondents. No doubt, investment in modernization is needed in the appraisal process.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 28, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non lender appraisals, USPAP and Bias, Fannie changes, unusual homes, mortgage origination Futuristic in Folsom, CA, near Sacramento for $2,395,000 4bed 4.5+bath Varies widely around the country. == Mortgage applications decreased 1.8 There is none of this!

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Clear Capital

JUNE 28, 2022

Each API connects directly into existing systems through a single integration for lenders, investors, and system providers, making it easier to adopt and deploy modern property valuation solutions. ” Over the past year, the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) have made sweeping changes around modern valuation solutions, and ?? .”

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Appraisal Today

MAY 19, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on hybrid appraisals, business tips, UAD info from Freddie, Fannie modernization, non-lender appraisals, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = If you started appraising before AMCs took over, such as mortgage brokers, you had to do some marketing.

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Walitt Solutions

JULY 28, 2019

During my presentation, I reviewed with the audience a number of appraisal scenarios that have been common practice for decades – often in spaces outside of first mortgage lending. Are these “other” inspection-and-valuation processes appropriate for lending? But is this so-called “new” process really new at all?

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

Modernization will either take root and flourish throughout every branch of the mortgage industry, or our industry could miss a critical window to introduce meaningful reforms. Ultimately, the FHFA’s RFI on appraisal modernization has given all participants in the mortgage transaction chain an opportunity to step into the future.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2021

Accurately establishing a home’s value is not just an important factor in real estate transactions and mortgage lending, it is integral to household wealth creation, as homeownership continues to be one of the primary pathways for Americans to build wealth.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post – Bias, Cost cutting, slow business, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. AMCs had taken over the mortgage-lending work. Varies widely around the country. == Mortgage applications decreased 13.3 Budget cuts. Retraction.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2022

Industry newsletters are reporting that mortgage lenders are tightening their belts as the cost to manufacture a loan peaks at a decade high of $9,299. mortgage loan originations, the largest annual volume on record since 2005. mortgage loan originations, the largest annual volume on record since 2005. trillion in U.S.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on appraiser fights back against bias accusation, ok behavior when taking Zoom CE classes, estate appraisal liability issues, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = Never use a lending form (such as a 1004) for estate work. acres of coastal land.

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Realtor

MAY 15, 2023

Getty Images If you need a mortgage to buy a home you have your eye on, it’s standard for your lender to order an appraisal of the property. When you need a home appraisal Before diving into the hybrid appraisal, it’s essential to understand how an appraisal is used in the mortgage process.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

While there is some overlap, being qualified to perform an appraisal requires much more training, education, and expertise, and the job goes far beyond gathering physical data. Myth #3: PDCs are not properly trained or qualified While there isn’t a license, PDCs are still required to be trained and competent to do their job.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Sharing your success lends to your credibility as an agent. Who knows, this might help someone kick start styling their own home, which could result in them reaching out to you because you share a love for mid-century modern or boho minimalist style. These should be posted in addition to testimonials.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 28, 2021

He started contracting with home mortgage lenders to appraise the value of the property tied to a loan. “It AMCs have been terrible for appraisers, mortgage originators, and the public,” said Jeremy Bagott, appraiser at Bender Rosenthal. The church never quite paid the bills, and DeZarn needed a flexible second job. It fit well.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 26, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on appraisal “modernization”, bias hearing, bad appraiser, USPAP, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. == Appraiser pleads guilty in $1.3B AI has to be trained on good data. May 24, 2023) — Mortgage applications decreased 4.6

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Clear Capital

MAY 24, 2022

Using an Automated Valuation Model (AVM) for real estate valuations isn’t new in the mortgage industry. As a leading real estate technology company, Clear Capital pioneers new advances in AVMs for mortgage lending. Get an AVM for mortgage lending with current property data and speed. Real estate data is tough.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Appraisers Riding the Waves of Up and Down Mortgage Rates Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Back in the day, this protected the lender from lending more than the home/property is worth. Lee Miller.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on effect of low rates on existing home loans, Liability, Bias, FHA manufactured home changes, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. addition in 2011 expanded its footprint and modernized its features also adding a 4-car garage. Or hit the reply button.

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Clear Capital

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Very exciting new company in the mortgage and real estate space. The amount of home like home equity available to mortgage holders, who retained at least 20% equity stake in their home rose by more than $250 billion in the third quarter and overall tappable home equity increased by 32% in the last year, for an aggregate total of $9.4

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Housing Wire

JUNE 22, 2022

Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri asked the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review the OCC’s fair lending oversight. The GAO also tracked the number of fair lending examinations the OCC performs each year, finding they have dropped off significantly since 2018. Democratic lawmakers Rep. Joyce Beatty of Ohio, Rep.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Clear cCapital just announced that we have acquired a Finnish proptech startup called CubiCasa and CubiCasa is incredibly exciting technology that enables anyone with a smartphone and no training to do a 10-minute walkthrough a property and get a fully detailed, accurate floorplan with gross living area. Kenon Chen. Jeff Allen. Kenon Chen.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 14, 2022

Starting in 2023, Freddie Mac said it will look at expanding the use of its automated collateral evaluation for mortgages with loan to value ratios greater than 80% through a targeted lending program. Fannie Mae also included efforts to “modernize” appraisals in its equity plans. Fair housing, are you kidding me?”.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 27, 2022

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on VA appraisals, appraisal modernization, eliminate VA panel, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. The market changing again with increasing interest rates, in the inevitable ups and downs of mortgage lending. By Mark Buhler.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Value Reconciliation, non-lender appraisals, liabililty, USPAP, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. =. Mortgage applications decreased 0.8 Mortgage applications decreased 0.8 The 10 U.S. Cities With the Cheapest Mansions for Sale in 2022.

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Will Springer Realtor

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Clarence Stone, from American Political Science Review, offered this after reading Privatopia: “For those genuinely concerned with the moral fiber of modern America, they might well heed McKenzie’s warning about uncritically accepting the privatization of citizenship in an income-segregated society.” Six out of 10 builders in the U.S.

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