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Appraisal Buzz
MAY 9, 2022
The question is raised as to what is the real problem with log home valuation and what is the problem with appraisers working in the niche log home market? The American Institute of Architects has estimated that 9% of “Custom Built” homes being constructed in the United States are of log home construction.
Housing Wire
MAY 25, 2021
An automated valuation model (AVM) provides an estimate of market value for a subject property at a specific point in time. Applying this concept to the housing market, it is possible to construct a network of properties—a network graph algorithm. Greater Similarity…Stronger Connection.
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Appraisal Buzz
JULY 25, 2022
I provide short and long-term consulting services related to valuation, education, review, and investigations. Freddie Mac and individual lenders are requiring data collectors to receive training regarding property characteristics, materials, components, and issues or concerns that should be identified when visiting properties.
Housing Wire
APRIL 4, 2023
In particular, Holden noted the opportunity of training computer algorithms to review bank statements and identifying borrowers who have no credit but are making consistent rent payments every month. “We
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Since the seller’s market for brokerages has passed for the moment, valuations have taken a hit. I suspect we will see more walkovers and big teams also making moves as they seek to improve their take on each transaction which creates even more uncertainty in valuations. Or do you have more to generate for them than they got before?
Appraisal Buzz
JULY 26, 2021
The Urban Institute recently released a blog post entitled – Increasing Diversity in the Appraisal Profession Combined with Short-Term Solutions Can Help Address Valuation Bias for Homeowners of Color. In the past, financial institutions were a viable training ground. Most independent fee appraisers work on very small margins.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
In a December 2020 request for information, FHFA highlighted potential benefits of desktop appraisals, including assisting training of new appraiser trainees, and alleviating appraiser shortages in rural and high-volume areas. It also pointed out potential pitfalls of a non-traditional approach.
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