Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2024

Opteon, a leader in the appraisal and property valuation industry, utilizes their tech-enabled service fulfillment to streamline and enhance the appraisal process. This blend of technology and human expertise sets Opteon apart from traditional appraisal methods, providing a more robust and accurate appraisal process.

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Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2022

A piece of legislation introduced in the Senate in mid-May could streamline the appraisal process for VA loans. The legislation would modernize the Department of Veteran Affairs ‘ appraisal requirements by allowing desktop appraisals, and in some circumstances, waving appraisals all together.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 18, 2021

We’ll be getting the inside scoop while Joan and Chris discuss how we can streamline the appraisal process like they do in other countries. What exactly are appraisers seeing in the current market? How does the appraisal process differ compared to Australia?

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This could mean hiring administrative support, utilizing virtual assistants, or outsourcing certain parts of the appraisal process that dont require your specific expertise. Build a Team: Eventually, youll need to hire and train others to do the appraisal work itself.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Firms like HouseCanary are currently limited to other uses for appraisals, including for non-QM loans, loan quality control reviews, valuation desk reviews, loss mitigation, non-performing loan and property liquidations and investment portfolios of Wall Street-owned single-family rentals.

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Housing Wire

JULY 5, 2022

Last month, the Federal Housing Finance Agency released plans, developed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac , to make the housing market more equitable, in part through changes to the appraisal process.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

Due to today’s booming housing market, the appraisal process may take anywhere from days to weeks to complete. The process can take even longer if the buyer or seller requests a second appraisal. However, once the appraiser is at the home, it’s generally about five business days,” Masseria estimates.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2022

due to the slowdown in the housing market, according to the firm. Established in 2001, the Nevada-headquartered company delivers solutions to modernize the appraisal process, which may take days to weeks to complete, or even longer during booming markets.

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Housing Wire

JULY 17, 2024

A newly released episode of the Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast explores the future state of buyer and seller relationships in the housing market after the National Association of Realtors ‘ (NAR) business practice changes take effect Aug.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2023

The White House recently marked the one-year anniversary since the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) released its action plan to curb instances of bias in the housing appraisal process. housing market in the future.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Below is a detailed explanation of each technique to ensure the adjustments are well-supported and align with market trends. The goal is to make sure every adjustment is defensible, based on empirical evidence, and can withstand scrutiny from all stakeholders involved in the appraisal process.

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Housing Wire

JULY 2, 2024

“The data released today will provide insights into consumer behavior and borrowers’ experiences, leading to better analysis of how mortgage processes could be improved for future borrowers.”

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

2 months ago I wrote an article comparing Zillow’s Zestimate program to a regular appraisal process. It’s a common question that comes up and with the real estate market skyrocketing, thought I’d answer the question once and for all. The article describes “Zillow Group’s AI-power house flipping operation as a dismal failure”.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

Appraisal costs have also soared 24% since 2016, according to the Freddie Mac data. Appraiser shortage. A 2017 study conducted by the National Association of Realtors found that “lack of training, downward trends in compensation, and increasing regulation,” were driving both existing and would-be appraisers away from the industry.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

That’s the last question I ask when finishing an appraisal, and I want to walk you through what that looks like. UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 4/2/25 SAFE Credit Union Coffee Talk (RSVP here) 4/10/25 […] The post The last question I ask during an appraisal first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 27, 2021

The housing market was hotter than ever last year, with pandemic-driven demand boosting home sales to their highest level in 14 years. There’s too little supply and too high a demand, a predicament that’s disrupted the housing and appraisal industries. Total year-end sales volume ended at 5.64 Therein lies the problem.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2020

With shared values that drive team member success and a vast portfolio of solutions across every step of the home-buying and financing process, Xome is uniquely positioned to help partners tackle the unforeseen challenges of this year. Solutions to Pandemic Era Issues.

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Riverfront Appraisals

JULY 1, 2021

For the past six months, I’ve been blogging with the purpose of assisting loan officers to better understand the appraisal process. So far, we’ve covered final inspections, lending on unique homes, communication with the appraiser, reconsiderations of value, bracketing and FHA appraisals.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

At the end of the day, Pascoe says the process is not all that different than purchasing a home with a conventional mortgage. Even under “normal” market conditions, VA buyers struggle to successfully purchase a home using their benefit.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

AI can analyze vast amounts of data on the blockchain to provide insights, predictions, and even automate certain appraisal processes. For instance, AI algorithms can predict real estate property values based on historical data stored on the blockchain, making appraisals faster and more accurate.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Desktop appraisals arrived in March of 2020, allowing the housing market to keep humming while many stayed indoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Allowing appraisals without a walk-through was one of several flexibilities the Federal Housing Finance Agency allowed in light of the pandemic.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 5, 2021

If there’s anything the whole industry can take away from the past year, it’s that hands-on practice and being in someone’s home to appraise it isn’t just easier — it’s more effective. The housing market is on fire right now with so many people moving out of larger cities and looking to buy a property of their own.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 10, 2021

As the end of the year approaches, housing market predictions for 2022 abound. Fortune reviews various 2022 housing forecasts, focusing specifically on home price growth. Redfin predicts a more balanced residential market in 2022. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 10, 2025

Veloxs direct, no-intermediary model sets it apart from other appraisal services by delivering appraisals with a higher level of precision, consistency, and accountability. This is made possible by leveraging advanced digital tools and streamlining the appraisal process.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

Even amid the current appraisal shortage and challenges within the housing industry, PCV Murcor helps move the appraisal process forward by creating a service-first culture while also mitigating risk and compliance exposure. Appraisal shortage.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 15, 2024

This sounds great, but remember, the scope of work continues through the appraisal process. If the appraiser decides additional elements are necessary, it could create fields and other sections that need to be revisited. Another approach might be to guide the appraiser through an interview-style methodology.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2021

One appraiser based in one of the hottest housing markets on planet earth – the front range of Colorado – told HousingWire that the most recent sales in any appraisal is important, as is documenting the work done.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Most appraisers are experiencing a significant slowdown in mortgage lending work due to rapidly increasing mortgage rates which are slowing down the housing market. Mortgage lending work is only one type of business where appraisals are needed. You would be amazed at how little many know about the appraisal process.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

What exactly are appraisers seeing in the current market? How does the appraisal process differ compared to Germany? What can we learn from German appraisers in this market during the pandemic These questions and much more will be answered as they have their discussion.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 5, 2022

housing market has faced periods of high interest rates, home price appreciation and lack of inventory before. But these forces all happening at once makes the current landscape especially volatile and challenging, according to Sandra Thompson, the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. “If

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 8, 2024

Heck, appraisal modernization was being discussed by FNMA and Freddie Mac in 2016! Moves to modernize The most recent efforts to “modernize” the appraisal process was highlighted significantly due to the years of the pandemic when appraisal turn times and fees reached all-time highs.

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Appraiserblogs

JUNE 14, 2024

Exposing the inner workings of these predatory AMCs and their corrosive influence on the housing market. Cindy Chance’s recent comments about the concerning practices of some appraisal management companies (AMCs) have struck a chord with many in the real estate valuation industry.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2022

In October, FHFA Acting Director Sandra Thompson announced at the MBA’s annual conference that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would begin permanently accepting desktop appraisals for conventional loans, noting that “frictions in the appraisal process” can slow down turn times, especially in rural areas.

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Appraiserblogs

MARCH 7, 2024

It is presented as part of the GSEs “Appraisal Modernization” initiative, which aims to streamline the mortgage appraisal process. However, a closer examination reveals potential drawbacks, raising questions about its efficacy and impact on the housing market. million armed robbery of a… Certified Appraisers vs.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

Appraisers will be presented with the data elements needed to report the characteristics of the subject property, and analyze the market, comparables, and other necessary parts of the appraisal process. Only those data and report elements that are important for the scope of work will be presented to the appraiser.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 12, 2024

Appraisers will have the opportunity to evaluate and choose from a range of software solutions, potentially switching from long-standing vendors to new entrants offering innovative features. When selecting software, appraisers should consider flexibility, efficiency, and support.

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Riverfront Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

If you’ve been following along with us, you know this is part 10 in our year-long series on appraisals and the loan officer. In this series, we’ve addressed lots of useful information about the appraisal process, and today’s post is […].

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