Riverfront Appraisals

AUGUST 31, 2021

Welcome to the September edition of our blog series, The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. This entire year, I’ve been blogging once a month with the purpose of assisting loan officers to better understand the appraisal process. This month’s blog post will be all about new construction appraisals.

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Genworth MI Blog

MAY 28, 2020

Remember when loan officers avoided underwriting loans for manufactured housing for fear of low commissions, foreclosure risks, and the added complexities of underwriting those types of “unreliable” homes? For some, these myths still flood our thoughts when a potential borrower approaches us about a loan for a manufactured home.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Real estate agents and loan officers play an important role in ensuring appraisers have the necessary data to deliver reliable valuations. Special Features: Unique aspects of the property, such as energy-efficient upgrades or historical significance, that may not be obvious from a standard inspection.

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Riverfront Appraisals

JUNE 13, 2021

Right now on our Appraisal Blog, we’re all about helping Loan Officers. This post is part six of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. We’re halfway there!

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Riverfront Appraisals

APRIL 30, 2021

Right now on our Appraisal Blog, we’re all about helping Loan Officers. This post is part five of a 12-part series we’re calling The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. The post The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals Part 5: What is bracketing and why do we do it? So if this is […].

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Genworth MI Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Handling property condition concerns on the appraisal report That said, if photos or notes outlined in the appraisal report cause concern for the reviewer, further inspection or repairs may be required. Property conditions that impact subject livability, soundness, and/or structural integrity may cause such further inspection/repairs.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

You can read more about property inspection waivers in a past article I wrote. Appraisal vs Home Inspection. As a new homeowner, you might be confused about the differences between an appraisal and a home inspection. Home inspections are normally regulated by the state.

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Genworth MI Blog

MAY 28, 2020

Remember when loan officers avoided underwriting loans for manufactured housing for fear of low commissions, foreclosure risks, and the added complexities of underwriting those types of “unreliable” homes? For some, these myths still flood our thoughts when a potential borrower approaches us about a loan for a manufactured home.

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Genworth MI Blog

JULY 13, 2023

There is an on-site visual inspection of the property and a suggestion of improvements followed by the research, analysis and development that produces the appraisal report. They matter to the lender to ensure the property is sufficient collateral for the loan amount. Never miss a post by subscribing to the Enact MI Blog!

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

That includes two agents, the processor and loan officer. “The most efficient way is to use a drone to inspect properties all around.” Want to contribute to our blog? I know some of these are automated, and they can really be annoying and are clogging my inbox.” That situation is very burdensome.”

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Decide who you want to work with for your inspections, attorneys , and lender, to name a few. The Closing Disclosure (CD) , which will be sent directly to you from your attorney or title company at least 3 business days before closing, lays out in detail the final terms of your loan including monthly payments and fees.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The only appraisal that use to be done, and that most people are familiar with, was a full appraisal by a licensed or certified person who would physically inspect the property and then write up the report and deliver it to the lender. The post 3 Types Of Appraisals Realtors Should Be Aware Of appeared first on Birmingham Appraisal Blog.

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PennyMac

JULY 20, 2021

Whether it is in regard to staging your home before selling it or worrisome inspection findings, you should be able to trust your agent to give you their expert opinion and guide you away from big mistakes before you make them. With the right team, including your PennyMac loan officer, your experience will be as smooth as possible.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 30, 2021

Do buyers really need to include contingencies for home inspections and financing? (I Inspections – Speaking of which, think about bypassing the inspection contingency if the seller has already provided an inspection report. Clean is best – Make the cleanest offer possible.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 12, 2023

Fannie Mae will end up creating more instability for the trillions in the bond market – investors will have to process millions of valuations with the physical attributes of the home collected by unlicensed, uninsured, and unprepared individuals getting paid $10-$25 per inspection. This is the future of GSE using appraisers.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 30, 2024

The reverse mortgage appraisal report stands as a pivotal element in the loan application, influencing the terms and approval, making it an indispensable part of the entire process. When applying for a reverse mortgage, it is important to work closely with your loan officer. How does an appraisal affect the reverse mortgage?

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Understanding how home loans work and getting prepared can help set you up for success. Pennymac has developed a blog series, "Explaining the Home Loan Process," to support homebuyers in navigating the entire mortgage journey, from preparation to closing and beyond.

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