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ClearValue teams with Restb.ai to bring computer vision to appraisal process

Housing Wire

By integrating Restb.ai’s technology into Certainty, we are taking a leap forward in appraisal modernization. This partnership will reduce resource costs, improve the accuracy of reviews, and generate greater efficiencies in the appraisal process.”

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Reshaping appraisals: Jaro’s high-tech solutions innovate the appraisal process in an evolving real estate market

Housing Wire

Jaro’s products are designed to offer new and improved solutions to help lenders tackle modern-day appraisals with pinpoint accuracy designed to eliminate bias and urban pricing discrepancies as homebuyers migrate between the suburbs and major cities. Career Institute. This trend had a profound impact on the housing market.

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Webinar Thursday | Revolutionizing Appraisals: The Road to Modernization

Appraisal Buzz

Join us for a free webinar on Revolutionizing Appraisals: The Road to Modernization this Thursday, November 14th at 1PM Central Time. Discover the cutting-edge tools and strategies driving the future of real estate appraisals. Working closely with appraisers to understand their needs has been crucial.

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Consolidated Analytics is moving modern appraisals from an “art” to a “science”

Housing Wire

Modern appraisals are going through a mid-life crisis. They aren’t quite the delicate, subjective art form that they used to be, and technology is now a must-have for appraisers. The appraisal industry is taking on a data-driven mindset in 2025. Historically, much appraisal work was based on Because I said so.

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Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

Housing Wire

With tech solutions and automation dominating more and more of the mortgage experience, the appraisal process can feel a bit dated, often causing significant slowdowns. HousingWire: Why should lenders consider appraisal modernization and how can it benefit borrowers?

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House passes bill to modernize VA appraisals

Housing Wire

House of Representatives this week passed a bill that streamlines the appraisal process for U.S. With the passage of HR 7735, known as the “Improving access to the VA home loan benefit Act of 2022,” the VA is now permitting desktop appraisals and in some circumstances, waiving appraisals altogether. “The

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Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority

Housing Wire

A Fannie Mae survey published in mid-May found that mortgage lenders see value in appraisal modernization, specifically in the implementation of non-traditional appraisals and inspection-based appraisal waivers. One mid-sized lender echoed the opinion of others that appraisals still take too long.