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New UAD Overhaul: What Appraisers Can Expect in 2025 & Beyond

Appraiserblogs

Folks, I recently attended a Train the Trainer 1.5 This class is required before this new UAD material can be taught to other appraisers, under contract with the GSEs. My info below is a limited high-level summary for the new UAD and URAR of what was presented, and what the appraiser community can expect to see, from now into 2026.

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How can we bridge the talent gap in title and escrow?

Housing Wire

Much has been written about the decline in the numbers of active real estate appraisers creating a chokepoint in the mortgage process. It’s a similar story that we’ve seen play out with appraisers — the title and escrow industry is aging out and attracting new talent has been a challenge. in 2026 — compared with 17.5%

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UAD Redesign Timeline

Appraiserblogs

Appraisers, to see more about the upcoming new UAD currently in design, read the Updated Timeline link in the message below. My concern at this point is ‘training’ materials will be available in Q4 2024, but actual implementation of the ‘new reporting process’ won’t begin until Q3 2025 with limited production, into 2026.

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Appraising Kitchens

Appraisal Today

FHFA’s Appraisal Waivers Expansion The Great Debate on Appraisal Fees Updated UAD redesign timeline with specific implementation dates Mortgage applications decreased 0.1 As an appraiser, understanding the nuances of kitchens is essential to providing credible and insightful valuations.

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New UAD Overhaul: What Appraisers Can Expect in 2025 & Beyond

Appraiserblogs

Folks, I recently attended a Train the Trainer 1.5 This class is required before this new UAD material can be taught to other appraisers, under contract with the GSEs. My info below is a limited high-level summary for the new UAD and URAR of what was presented, and what the appraiser community can expect to see, from now into 2026.

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Waterfront Property Appraisals

Appraisal Today

What does it mean for appraisers? The importance of these factors cannot be overstated, and they deserve careful consideration in every waterfront property appraisal. Water Frontage and Access One of the most critical elements in appraising waterfront properties is the type and extent of water frontage.

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Appraisal Institute Counters Flawed Appraiser Bias Narrative

Appraisal Today

Appraisal Institute Counters Flawed Appraiser Bias Narrative Excerpts: In reality, appraisers have a great story to tell, but we have a long way to go to refocus the terribly flawed “appraiser bias” narrative onto facts and science. Industry groups should also step up to support appraisers. It is human nature.