Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 15, 2024

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. It all starts with the standard appraisal forms used in the mortgage process.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

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. At the end of the day, Pascoe says the process is not all that different than purchasing a home with a conventional mortgage.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2022

The VA also expects to overhaul its procedure on appraisals following the mid-May introduction of legislation in the Senate aimed at streamlining the appraisal process for VA loans. The legislation would remove a stipulation requiring all VA appraisals to be performed in-house.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

A recent federally commissioned report further detailed the appraisal industry’s dysfunctional regulatory regime. In October 2021, FHFA Acting Director Sandra Thompson announced to a crowd of mortgage industry professionals that desktop appraisals would become permanent, starting early in 2022.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2022

United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) announced late last year that it would turn the appraisal space on its head by launching an in-house appraisal program. Even if it has not made quite the outsized impact UWM said it would, appraisers mostly like the wholesaler’s new program.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 15, 2024

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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AmeriMac

JANUARY 30, 2024

What is a Reverse Mortgage Appraisal? A reverse mortgage appraisal is an evaluation of a property’s value to determine how much money can be borrowed through a reverse mortgage. The appraisal is important because it helps lenders assess the risk associated with the reverse mortgage loan.

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Miller Samuel

APRIL 27, 2019

The bill summary was: Relates to the registration of real estate appraisal management companies or an individual or business entity that provides appraisal management services to creditors or to secondary mortgage market participants including affiliates by the department of state.

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Appraiserblogs

MARCH 7, 2024

Mass Appraisal tend to exhibit a regressive nature… In the intricate landscape of real estate mortgage financing, the notion of appraisal waivers recently dubbed “Value Acceptance”, by the Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs), has stirred considerable debate. million armed robbery of a… Certified Appraisers vs.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 29, 2024

Reverse mortgages are becoming an increasingly popular financial tool for homeowners over the age of 62 who want to access equity in their homes. One important aspect of the reverse mortgage process is the appraisal, which determines the value of the property and plays a crucial role in determining the size of the loan.

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AmeriMac

AUGUST 17, 2023

Are you considering a reverse mortgage but unsure of what role appraisal plays? In this post, we will cover everything you need to know about reverse mortgage appraisal. We will start by discussing the basics of reverse mortgages and who can benefit from them. Who Can Benefit from a Reverse Mortgage?

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

What is a Mortgage Appraisal? A mortgage appraisal is an appraisal that is done for mortgage lending purposes. Lenders, including banks and mortgage companies, require an appraisal to justify the loan they are making. Who is the Appraisal for? Steps in the Appraisal Process.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

This can come in the form of a pre-listing appraisal to help establish a market-supported asking price for the seller. The appraisal can also give potential buyers peace of mind that the home is accurately priced and will most likely not have any value issues when the mortgage appraisal is performed.

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Padove Appraisal Service

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Many people’s experiences with real estate appraisals are limited to mortgage applications. The appraiser is usually selected, and the report ordered through the lender. The task of selecting an appraiser for purposes such as estate planning and settlement, divorce, tax appeal, etc.,

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Appraisal Hub

MARCH 19, 2023

A home appraisal in Toronto is necessary when applying for a mortgage, refinancing, or selling your house. This appraisal will give you critical information to help you make informed choices and understand the true value of the asset. Keep reading to find out more about its significance and understand the appraisal process.

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Appraisal Hub

JUNE 18, 2024

What is a Real Estate Appraiser? A real estate appraiser is a professional who evaluates properties to determine their market value. This valuation is critical for various transactions, including sales, mortgages, estate settlements, and tax assessments. At Appraisal Hub Inc., At Appraisal Hub Inc.,

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McKissock

JULY 28, 2022

There has been a lot of talk about the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) redesign initiative, and how it will make life easier for appraisers. The mortgage appraisal forms we use today were designed in 2005 using technology and mortgage processes in place at the time.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

“While 2022 is expected to continue to be a good year for the housing market, it will not be as exceptional as 2021,” predicts Jo Traut, appraisal curriculum and content specialist at McKissock Learning. Mortgage rates are expected to rise, but still remain attractive and reasonable. So, many markets may cool off.”.

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McKissock

APRIL 20, 2021

But with a majority of the mortgage appraisal volume being engaged through appraisal management companies, as an appraiser, working with AMCs is almost a necessity today. Here are ten tips designed to help you improve your appraiser score, get more assignments close to home, and earn more money working with AMCs.

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AmeriMac

MAY 15, 2024

In this blog, we will delve into the world of relocation appraisals and explore their importance in the relocation industry. We will also discuss the key differences between relocation appraisals and mortgage appraisals to provide a comprehensive understanding of the appraisal process.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

This blog post will explore the importance of relocation appraisal and its purpose and approach. We’ll also discuss how it differs from mortgage appraisal, specifically designed to facilitate mortgage lending. How is a Relocation Appraisal Different from a Mortgage Appraisal?

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on USPAP and Personal Inspection, GSE Appraisal Modernization, Transaction costs and values including real estate commissions, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = Mortgage rates were 18%+. Many appraisers are not busy. By Dallas T.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 28, 2024

The technology has been drifting into mortgage lending reliance for more than a decade because it has been marketed as having the ease of “pushing a button.” During my career, I have observed that valuation accuracy has become weaker as technology has expanded in the mortgage process. Private Island on New York’s St.

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AmeriMac

JULY 31, 2024

Relocation appraisals play a vital role in the relocation industry by determining a property’s fair market value. These aren’t your everyday mortgage appraisals; they look into many details that matter when companies move their employees around.

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Birmingham Appraisal

APRIL 11, 2023

11 Helpful Tips For Choosing Comps Whenever I speak to agents about the real estate market and the appraisal process the one topic that the discussion always leads to is about choosing comps. Appraisers will use the most recent sales available so it stands to reason that agents should do this as well.

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AmeriMac

MAY 30, 2021

Common Issues With Appraisal Quality Control. Unfortunately, a lack of appraisal quality control is one of many factors that contributed to the real estate crisis of 2008. According to one National Mortgage Professional article , haphazard appraisals “led to losses at Washington Mutual of several hundred million dollars.”

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AmeriMac

MAY 30, 2021

Common Issues With Appraisal Quality Control. Unfortunately, a lack of appraisal quality control is one of many factors that contributed to the real estate crisis of 2008. According to one National Mortgage Professional article , haphazard appraisals “led to losses at Washington Mutual of several hundred million dollars.”

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AmeriMac

MAY 30, 2021

Common Issues With Appraisal Quality Control. Unfortunately, a lack of appraisal quality control is one of many factors that contributed to the real estate crisis of 2008. According to one National Mortgage Professional article , haphazard appraisals “led to losses at Washington Mutual of several hundred million dollars.”

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AmeriMac

JULY 25, 2022

This article discusses what an appraisal requires, why it needs to be reviewed and the methods involved in arriving at both conclusions. What Is an Appraisal? An appraisal is the fair valuation of a property based on a professional’s opinion, mainly if the payment method includes a mortgage.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

That’s why HousingWire invited Rachel Robinson, director, collateral policy and product development at Rocket Mortgage , to HW Annual to discuss how technology can play an important role in the appraisal process and help eliminate discriminatory practices. .

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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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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 17, 2025

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. Mortgage applications increased 33.3 January 15, 2025) Mortgage applications increased 33.3 January 15, 2025) Mortgage applications increased 33.3

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 28, 2025

CDEI, MNAA Excerpts: Typically, this time starts when the comparable goes under contract, then ends on the effective date of the appraisal. Remember what it was like during the crash after 2008, when there were very few loans and appraisal volume severely declined? Mortgage lending is very, very cyclical.

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