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Proposed VA appraisal law looks to even the playing field

Housing Wire

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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CFPB, FHFA release updated mortgage originations survey data

Housing Wire

On a quarterly basis since 2014, the FHFA and the CFPB have sent surveys to borrowers who recently obtained mortgage financing. The purpose is to gather feedback on a series of ideas about the market, including consumer experiences of the mortgage process, future expectations and perceptions of the wider market.

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The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews 

Appraiserblogs

Reforming the appraisal review process is essential to maintaining the integrity of the real estate market and protecting consumers and homeowners. In mortgage financing, the appraisal process is often seen as the foundation of accurate property valuation and market stability.

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VA now accepting desktop and exterior-only appraisals

Housing Wire

In a department memo, the VA explained that the move was a response to “high demand for appraisal services and limited availability of appraisers in certain local market areas.”. In order to have the alternative appraisal options, lenders must be approved to participate in the VA’s Lender Appraisal Processing Program.

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From Forms to Reports: A Look at the UAD Overhaul

Appraisal Buzz

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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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

After completing countless Veterans Administration (VA) mortgage loan transactions over the years, Chris Pascoe, a Marine veteran turned RE/MAX agent, has developed something of a system. Even under “normal” market conditions, VA buyers struggle to successfully purchase a home using their benefit.

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The New UAD: “Don’t Borrow Trouble.”

Appraisal Buzz

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are not designing the software for the future, but they have provided the specification for the Uniform Appraisal Data set (UAD) they want to receive. It is up to appraisal software companies to develop solutions to provide this specific data set.

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