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ClearValue Consulting and Restb.ai Join Forces to Revolutionize Appraisal Review with Advanced AI Integration

Appraisal Buzz

By integrating Restb.ai’s technology into Certainty, we are taking a leap forward in appraisal modernization. The integration of Restb.ai’s computer vision technology will offer lenders and valuation providers a streamlined process that works seamlessly across all products, including BPOs, appraisals, evaluations and inspections.

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Modernizing Appraisals: Collaborative Valuation

Appraisal Buzz

Our profession has been abuzz the last year or two with regards to the GSEs being mandated to modernize the appraisal profession. Why are appraisers essentially being excluded from the conversation about modernizing the profession? Many stakeholders in the profession have given their opinions on what that means.

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A loan officer’s ultimate guide to appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

However, a year after the GSEs announced new appraisal modernization solutions, as they’re more widely adopted, questions arise. A look into GSE appraisal modernization efforts The GSEs have each offered appraisal waivers on eligible loans for several years. How do the solutions work? Why do we need them? But you already know this.

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Why appraisal modernization alone is not enough

Housing Wire

Appraisal modernization is generating a lot of buzz in the real estate lending industry. Most would agree (me included) that the appraisal process is long overdue for modernization — a 2022 Fannie Mae survey showed 94% of lenders are in favor of appraisal modernization. However, is appraisal modernization on its own enough?

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Opinion: The pros and cons of VA modernization bill

Housing Wire

When it comes to offering an opinion of ‘good or bad’ on HR 7735 — the VA modernization bill — and its ultimate ability to create a better appraisal process for veteran and active duty borrowers, it’s simply too early to tell with too little information being shared on exactly what changes we should expect.

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How Mentorship Can Become Your Superpower

Appraisal Buzz

The drive toward modernization has led to technological advancements and more data-driven valuations, which leaves many appraisers at a crossroads: while these changes can lead to greater efficiency and fairer home valuations, adopting new tech can be scary. The residential appraisal profession is at a transformational moment.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to stay top-of-mind with clients and prospects is by consistently delivering value in an informative, helpful real estate newsletter. Content: Agents can include any combination of data and information. Provide value Offer engaging content that both informs and entertains.