Appraisal Buzz
JULY 28, 2022
There has been a lot of talk about the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) redesign initiative, and how it will make life easier for appraisers. The mortgage appraisal forms we use today were designed in 2005 using technology and mortgage processes in place at the time.
Appraisal Buzz
APRIL 15, 2024
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. Most appraisers have diversity in their business channels.
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Housing Wire
AUGUST 3, 2022
The fragmented and decentralized appraisal management company sector is ripe for consolidation, amid increased regulatory pressures on appraisers and potentially disruptive technological changes. That technology is not just expected to eventually reduce costs, he added, but could also mitigate appraisal bias.
Appraisal Buzz
JULY 20, 2022
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. As one of the most innovative appraisal management companies (“AMC”) in the U.S., I am beyond thrilled to join the SettlementOne Team!
Appraiserblogs
MARCH 7, 2024
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.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2022
“If they can, they want to charge more money for the appraisal. Despite a majority of lending institutions agreeing that adopting new technology for appraisals would be beneficial, survey takers identified several other priorities that were even more important.
Appraisal Today
MARCH 15, 2024
Kiedrowski 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. Transaction costs are added to every property transaction.
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