Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

One of its most intriguing applications lies in the domain of appraisals. As industries grapple with the challenges of transparency, accuracy, and trustworthiness in valuation processes, blockchain emerges as a beacon of hope. Understanding the Basics: What is Blockchain?

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 15, 2024

This is a continuation of the April 15, 2024 article “ From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul ” I am named after my father, who passed away in 2000. I had just returned from college, and back then, there was no appraisal software available. Dad was an SRA who brought me into the business and mentored me back in 1982.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

From digital data collection to sophisticated analytical software, technology is reshaping how appraisals are conducted, impacting both the speed and accuracy of valuations. Its important to understand how technology is impacting the industry, and to see how its creating a more efficient and accurate valuation process.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Plus, what will it take to modernize the appraisal process? Read on for this week’s appraisal news and insights. The article notes that big cities, like New York and Los Angeles, may lag smaller ones, like Boise and Salt Lake City, in 2022. Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services. If anyone has been in the appraisal industry for a while they do know that it has been changing with technology. Why would the GSEs want this product?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

So, while the cabinets may be in good shape, many homeowners will eventually replace the countertops, sink and appliances with a more modern look and improved functionality. The NAA is made up of fantastic appraisers from across the country who are working hard to keep their fellow appraisers up to date on what’s happening.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Are you ready to turn your appraisal business into a money-making machine? With Anow , the leading software for real estate appraisal offices nationwide, you can move beyond spreadsheets, modernize your processes, and save valuable time every day. What parts of the appraisal process does Anow cover?

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McKissock

MARCH 24, 2022

Define metrics that can help to identify and measure patterns of mis-valuation in the property valuation process. Translation: Amend FIRREA to remove references to The Appraisal Foundation and transfer the Foundation’s authority to write appraisal standards and qualifications to the Appraisal Subcommittee or another federal government entity.

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Clear Capital

MAY 15, 2023

According to Chen, there are generally fewer customer escalation issues due in part to the required robust, standardized data and the use of mobile technology, which drive a more consistent appraisal process in every neighborhood. VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE The post The Hybrid Appraisal: It’s Cheaper, but Does It Protect Homebuyers?

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Clear Capital

MAY 12, 2023

Story by HousingWire Real estate valuation technology company Clear Capital announced on Wednesday that it has expanded its partnership with ValueLink , a valuation management platform, to offer better support for appraisal modernization policy changes.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Historical Properties and Their Unique Appraisal Approaches Excerpts: Appraising historical properties involves a complex interplay of factors, making it a specialized field within real estate valuation. The appraisal should not be used for any other purpose.” Much better than AMC lender residential appraisals!”

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services. If anyone has been in the appraisal industry for a while they do know that it has been changing with technology. Why would the GSEs want this product?

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Turn Your Appraisal Efforts into Cash—An Inside Look at Anow In this recorded webinar, Anow President Marty Haldane discusses what pieces of data will help you better understand your business, what tools and technology you need to make sure you’re turning your appraisal efforts into cash, and what parts of the appraisal process Anow covers.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

Urban, Suburban, Rural in Appraisals Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal? I hate this time change.

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McKissock

MARCH 8, 2022

In January 2022, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a desktop appraisal option that goes live in mid-March 2022. In various articles and opinion pieces, some claim that desktop appraisals will solve the appraiser shortage and modernize the appraisal process, while others claim that they will cause the demise of the appraisal profession.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

My comments: This article uses AEI data, graphs, and reports from June. The upcoming October issue of the monthly Appraisal Today has an article, “Which are your best current and former AMC/lender clients? To read more about this topic, plus 2+ years of previous issues, subscribe to the paid Appraisal Today.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

These are some of the key characteristics of a successful appraiser. Find out if they’ve modernized their appraisal process. Consider going to conferences or doing research to learn about the different appraisal technology vendors and tools available. What tools, technology, and systems do you use?

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McKissock

APRIL 6, 2021

Making small changes in your appraisal business can produce large results and make your productivity skyrocket. By automating daily tasks and processes, you can watch your business grow with real results and analytics. Blog post: 6 Appraisal Software Tools to Streamline Your Process.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Turn Your Appraisal Efforts into Cash—An Inside Look at Anow In this recorded webinar, Anow President Marty Haldane discusses what pieces of data will help you better understand your business, what tools and technology you need to make sure you’re turning your appraisal efforts into cash, and what parts of the appraisal process Anow covers.

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Aedis Appraisals

JUNE 13, 2017

After all, if you fail to procure an accurate appraisal, there isn’t much to stand between you and potential losses during the sale or purchase of a particular property. What Is an Appraisal and When Do I Need One?

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

How to Identify a Single-Family with ADU vs. Two-Family Property By McKissock Excerpts: The presence of an additional living unit can complicate the appraisal process. It may make it difficult for you, the appraiser, to know how to classify the subject property. The recent fires in Hawaii dramatically illustrate this problem.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

These are some of the key characteristics of a successful appraiser. Find out if they’ve modernized their appraisal process. Consider going to conferences or doing research to learn about the different appraisal technology vendors and tools available. What tools, technology, and systems do you use?

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Clear Capital

MARCH 1, 2023

Kenon Chen , executive vice president of strategy and growth at Clear Capital , said it is exciting for the industry to have the new option of value acceptance plus property data, because “this is a standardized data collection done at the property, which brings objective, transparent data into the whole process.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 20, 2023

Fee Appraisers will be gone in 5 years being relegated to measuring houses, property inspection, and basic condition reporting. The puppet masters don’t like appraisers or the appraisal process, and the AVM’s will take over and Fannie, Freddie, et al, will do to whatever lobbyists and politicians tell them to do.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Subscribe to the monthly Appraisal Today Newsletter. Lots of details for Residential Non-Lender appraisals! To read more, plus 2+ years of previous issues, subscribe to the paid Appraisal Today. If this article helped you understand non-lender appraisals and get one more appraisal, it is worth the subscription price!

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

Geographic “Data” Competency refers to an appraiser’s ability to effectively understand, interpret, and utilize geographic data in the appraisal process. In the context of real estate appraisers, it is essential for accurately valuing properties and providing credible appraisal reports.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

What role does appraisal tech have in creating customers for life? In this day and age where borrowers put speed and efficiency over anything, a slow appraisal process could reflect negatively on the lender and cause strain with the borrower. Presented by: Reggora.

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Housing Wire

MAY 27, 2022

Likewise, a 2021 Freddie Mac study of more than 12 million appraisals dating back to 2015 found that appraisers’ opinions of value were more likely to fall below the contract price in Black and Latino census tracts. Some researchers point to appraisal methodology as a culprit. The scope of the challenge should not discourage us.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The appraisal should not be used for any other purpose.” ” To read more about this topic, plus 2+ years of previous issues, subscribe to the paid Appraisal Today. If this article helped you understand Estate appraisal liability from an Expert, it is worth the subscription price! Read this article!!!

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 5, 2024

Modern Montauk NY ‘Tree House’ Offers Sweeping Oceanfront Views for $7.5M It’s known as the “Modern Montauk Tree House,” the listing notes. In this article, I don’t focus on losing weight, which is one of the hardest goals to achieve. Excerpts: 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 4,000 sq.ft.,

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The conversation focused on the limitations of Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) and emphasized the necessity of qualified appraisers in property valuation; specifically for all purchase transactions. Remember what it was like during the crash after 2008, when there were very few loans and appraisal volume severely declined?

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Clear Capital

JANUARY 5, 2023

This article originally appeared in Scotsman Guide. For the past few years — and amid movements around social injustice — conversations on the issue of bias in the appraisal process have been increasingly taking the spotlight as more homeowners stand up to tell their stories. Written by Marisa Calderon and Kenon Chen.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Soaring ceilings, expansive open spaces, & impeccable finishes, every detail reflects modern elegance. The recent expansion of appraisal waiver eligibility likely does not sit well with those poised to take on leadership roles in the next Trump administration, as it underscores creep from the GSEs missions. baths, 21,927 sq.ft.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

I got some good ideas on using the Cost Approach from this article. The recent expansion of appraisal waiver eligibility likely does not sit well with those poised to take on leadership roles in the next Trump administration, as it underscores creep from the GSEs missions. Worth reading the entire article. bath 6,829 sq.ft.,

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