Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Especially if the repairs are on the interior since assessor’s usually do not make interior inspections. I explained why a full interior inspection is better. But they insisted on not having an interior inspection made. You can also listen right here at Cleveland Appraisal Blog! – Birmingham Appraisal Blog.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 23, 2022

A more modern system will make you feel much safer. If you want to avoid fire and water hazards in your home, you should do a complete spring cleaning and inspection. Finally, and most importantly, you should inspect and clean the chimneys. And thank you so much for visiting the Cleveland Appraisal Blog!

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Appraisal Partners Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

This article will delve into the various technological tools and platforms that are modernizing the appraisal process, exploring the benefits, challenges, and future trends that are defining this evolution. Technology cant replace a thorough on-site inspection.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 31, 2021

Only the wife was at home to greet the appraiser when they arrived to inspect her home. My first real estate job as a staff appraiser was with a firm that was a precursor to the modern-day Appraisal Management Company. A husband and wife requested a bank appraisal to refinance their Jacksonville, Florida home. Conclusion.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services. Many believe that the use of different data gathering tools and sources will help modernize the appraisal process. Why would the GSEs want this product?

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

By increasing the maximum allowable loan-to-value (LTV) ratio for full appraisal waivers from 80% to 90%, and for inspection-based appraisal waivers from 80% to 97%, the FHFA is taking a risky and potentially irresponsible step that could have far-reaching consequences. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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GoForrmz

JANUARY 24, 2022

Digital forms not only provide a more professional, modern means of documentation but also allow form builders to ensure information is entered more completely and accurately. Conditional Logic use case example Imagine you are a job site supervisor tasked with ensuring critical inspections and safety documentation is completed daily.

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Appraiserblogs

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Senate Passes VA Appraisal Modernization Measure – theMReport.com The U.S. The post The VA Required to Encourage Hybrids – Senate Passes HR 7735 appeared on Appraisers Blogs. The VA will now be required to encourage hybrid appraisals. If you are a VA Appraiser, here’s a bit of news you need to keep tabs on.

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Genworth MI Blog

MAY 28, 2020

In fact, some of the modern manufactured homes are constructed with a level of quality, features, and amenities that exceed those found in many new site-built homes. predictable scheduling, no weather delays, ease of inspection, etc.). Subscribe to our blog to get more Back to Basics posts directly to your inbox!

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McKissock

MAY 18, 2022

A $1 million house might be architecturally beautiful and include modern home features, but an unkempt yard could still ruin its chances on the market. Sellers often get bonus points with potential buyers if they mention a recent roof inspection since it helps buyers trust they’re investing in the right home. Porches Inspire Stories.

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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. = Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal?

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GoForrmz

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

However, the demands of modern engineering require a lot more than technical expertise. They require effective and modern processes, which is where digital forms come into play. In this blog, we’ll explore how GoFormz empowers engineers to collect better data and focus on what they do best. No internet? No problem.

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Town & Country Residential Appraisals

APRIL 10, 2023

Fannie Mae recently announced in their recent Selling Guide (SEL-2023-02) update that “as part of the valuation modernization” they are transitioning to a “range of options to establish a property’s market value”. Value acceptance does not offer the consumer protection that they seem to elude to as part of the FNME modernization process.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Appraisal Modernization- Many in the industry are trying to move the appraisal industry to modernize with the use of technology and data gathering services. Many believe that the use of different data gathering tools and sources will help modernize the appraisal process. Why would the GSEs want this product?

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GoForrmz

JANUARY 19, 2024

GoFormz provides digital forms that are powered by a suite of features, modernizing the way the world collects information. In this blog, we explore the top five features within GoFormz that promise to be the backbone of your manufacturing processes. And that’s where GoFormz comes in!

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page. NOTE: the popular ads with liability tips are below the first topic on my blog posts. The newsletters have abbreviated titles, taken from their blog posts.

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Genworth MI Blog

MAY 28, 2020

In fact, some of the modern manufactured homes are constructed with a level of quality, features, and amenities that exceed those found in many new site-built homes. predictable scheduling, no weather delays, ease of inspection, etc.). Subscribe to the Enact MI Blog to get blog updates delivered to your inbox!

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GoForrmz

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In this blog, we will delve into how advanced manufacturing technology is shaping the future of this vital industry. In an era where data holds immense power, digital data collection via digital forms has become an indispensable tool for the modern manufacturing industry, propelling it toward greater productivity and efficiency.

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Listing Spark

MARCH 18, 2024

In modern practices, there are plenty of online tools homeowners can use to navigate the market, negotiate deals, and successfully sell their homes without hiring a real estate agent. 6 Tools That Make Modern FSBOs Easier to Manage The internet is full of useful tools and services that are designed to support FSBO sales.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This is the third post in our blog series about appraisal waiver programs. Well, with the introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers to the market, you can! Well, with the introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers to the market, you can! Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac now offer inspection-based appraisal waivers.

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DataMaster

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The RFI contains 4 components: The Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and the design of appraisal forms Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) and appraisal waivers Valuation differences by borrower and neighborhood ethnic makeup Appraisal modernization. Appraisal Modernization. The Detractors. Some disagree with the overhaul.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 26, 2024

Personal Inspection I recently completed an appraisal on a residential dwelling for Lender A that sells loans to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and the report was completed on a GSE form. Lender B indicated there wasno need for me to re-inspect the home, since my previous inspection date was only a few days earlier.

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GoForrmz

JUNE 20, 2024

Traditional methods of managing construction safety, such as paper forms and manual inspections, can be inefficient and prone to errors. This blog post explores how digital tools, including digital forms, are transforming construction safety management.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 30, 2023

In this blog post, I’ll discuss 15 reasons your home may not appraise for the value you anticipated, and I’ll share valuable tips for homeowners to help your home appraise for top dollar. Upgrades like modern kitchens, updated bathrooms, and smart home technology can potentially boost your home’s worth.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 8, 2024

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on property data collectors, economic analysis, managing your email inbox, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page.

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Lamacchia Realty

APRIL 22, 2022

Whether you are looking for a condo with a waterfront view, a farmhouse with a huge yard for animals and agriculture, or a modern family home in the suburbs, Florida has you covered! Namely, contemporary-style homes are quite modern. Of course, when buying a home in Florida, any kind of home, be sure to have it inspected just in case.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

As you may remember, the young Jedi-to-be is seen inspecting with dismay his recently chartered flight, the Millennium Falcon, for a speedy trip to the planet Alderaan. Not only that, but you want those transit links to be modern, well funded, and in high use. Otherwise, the proximity to these transit connections would be useless.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 16, 2024

During a condo appraisal, it’s essential that you document any special assessments or significant deferred maintenance known or visible at the time of inspection that could impact the safety, soundness, marketability, and the overall financial stability of the project. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Liability, Bias, reviewers with little experience, GSE modernization, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. acre lot A spectacular midcentury modern home, cantilevered 16 feet in the air, recently hit the market for $3 million in Oakland, CA.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

My advice: Always check what plan and updates were actually built when doing final inspection. Read on blog www.appraisaltoday.com/blog Posted by noon Friday. You can subscribe to the blog in the upper right of each blog page. NOTE: the popular ads with liability tips are below the first topic on my blog posts.

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Clear Capital

AUGUST 22, 2023

This is the second post in our blog series about appraisal waivers and covers Freddie Mac’s ACE+ PDR and the bACE API. Read our full blog post about ACE+ PDR to learn more about this collation valuation option. What is Freddie Mac’s bACE API? A typical PDR is often 30-50 pages of dense property data and photos.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 26, 2023

Cosmetic repairs Examples MPR repairs Examples Conditions that require inspection Examples To read more, click here My comments: If you do FHA appraisals, read this blog post. I quit doing FHA appraisals in the mid-1980s because of the inspection requirements compared to conventional appraisals, that did not have the requirement.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Revising the definition of personal inspection For purposes of clarification, the ASB revised the definition of personal inspection to read, in part: “(for an appraisal assignment) the appraiser’s in-person observation of the subject property performed as part of the scope of work…” There are three key elements to this definition.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 18, 2023

With the GSE appraisal modernization program, appraisers will more likely be asked to complete desktop or hybrid appraisal assignments in the future. This was the same process many of us underwent with the exterior-only (drive-by) inspections. For the property’s interior physical characteristics, we relied on other sources. .

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 29, 2023

With regularly scheduled inspections, potential issues are discovered early on before it turns into an emergency. Some property managers are more adept than others in using modern technology and keeping their finger on the pulse of the industry. Lower maintenance expenses.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 10, 2023

See chart) Read a detailed assessment of the King County area housing market in my most recent blog post: Economic Turbulence Prompts Seattle Area Market Concern vs. Year Ago CONDO NEWS It’s full speed ahead at Avenue Bellevue , the two-tower, high-end condominium project in the heart of the city. It’s a 4-bed, 4.75-bath bath , 3880 sq.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 20, 2023

Arouse the suspicion of an entire neighborhood when inspecting comparable sales. To read more of this long blog post with many topics, click Read More Below!! Read Ryan Lundquist’s blog post below on how appraisers handle concessions. Be a part of the profession blamed for the collapse of the savings and loan industry.

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