Housing Wire

MAY 16, 2024

The new feature harnesses the capabilities of multimodal artificial intelligence to instantly analyze and summarize complex property documents, including inspection reports, appraisals and seller disclosures. It can also help agents clearly communicate their unique value and services to homebuyers, sellers and others.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2023

PunchListUSA , a real estate technology platform digitizing home inspection data, has named Stefan Pampulov as its chief product and data officer. He also held the role of senior vice president and director of valuation at New City Corporation.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Divorce work is the most common, but attorneys also need valuation expertise for estate valuations, business disputes, tax litigation, bankruptcy proceedings, and expert witnesses (a per hour fee). Nobody can deny that we are living in a very strange era for real estate.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 13, 2021

Rapidly accelerating home prices come with a variety of challenges for lenders and real estate agents, including one of the biggest pain points right now — the appraisal gap. Either way, it puts the squeeze on property valuation. Real estate agents and lenders are working together to try to get buyers into houses.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Scot Rose , CIO at Class Valuation , to talk about innovation in the appraisal space and how the technology being deployed for appraisal modernization can actually protect appraisers. SW: How is Class Valuation leveraging AI? How is Class Valuation rising to that challenge?

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Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

Luke Tomaszewski, an appraiser doing home inspections in the aftermath of the housing bust, was traveling as much as an hour across Chicago just to snap exterior photos of bank-owned properties. At $50 to $100 per inspection, according to ProxyPics, it’s certainly less expensive than sending an appraiser.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2021

It’s expected to achieve a valuation of $16.1 Are borrower-assisted inspections here to stay? The initiative, called “Appraisal Promise,” drops just a week before the wholesale lender’s Wall Street debut on Jan. UWM is merging with a special purpose acquisition company led by Alec Gores.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

It also holds great promise in attracting a new generation of bright, talented appraisers who may have otherwise not given the mortgage valuations industry a second look. Valuations – Hybrid and desktop appraisals allow appraisers to focus on appraisal quality and output rather than losing precious hours in transit.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 18, 2021

All of these markets benefit from an accurate understanding of valuation and property characteristics, but the data sources that power them leave out a crucial component: property condition. HW: What are some challenges facing investors as they pertain to valuation and property characteristics? The waning pandemic in the U.S.

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Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2021

In these scenarios, no inspection or appraisal of any kind is performed on the property. In the traditional appraisal model, we ask appraisers to perform every single component of the valuation process. Real estate agents in particular understand local properties extremely well. Poor data visibility.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

Always include your contact information and a call to action, such as an offer for a free home valuation. For letters, use the template below: Dear (first name), I’m (your name), a real estate professional with (brokerage). The goal in prospecting FSBO sellers is to be that agent. Great news! Your neighborhood is hot!

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

126 Transactly 3,852% 2017 Real estate transaction platform providing automation, integrations and tech-enabled services that significantly reduce process time. 193 CertifID 2,807% 2017 A company dedicated to fighting wire fraud for the real estate industry. Miami-based Marketwise Valuation Services , another AMC, was No.

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Housing Wire

MAY 31, 2021

One of the most challenging aspects in a real estate transaction is the valuation process. Black Knight’s REvolution suite provides appraisers and other valuation professionals with a seamless appraisal process from property inspection to report delivery.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2023

It may be that many of the loan originators and real estate agents calling for major changes to the VA appraisal process are be those with the least amount of first-hand experience with the VA product. We don’t believe it is slower than other appraisals, nor does it need massive change as a generality. A fundamental change.

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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. I had the opportunity to discuss some common questions people have about the appraisal process with Massachusetts real estate agent Kevin Vitali.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

BNI (Business Networking International): These chapters can be tricky to get into as a real estate agent, but if you’re able to find one with an open seat, jump on it. Agents who aren’t afraid of approaching a “mean, scary FSBO.” Meet the fire department for the smoke inspection. Visit Real Geeks Who’s it for?

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Appraisal Hub

MAY 5, 2024

As a seasoned appraiser in the vibrant real estate market of Toronto, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the ever-evolving landscape of property valuation. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between appraisers and real estate agents.

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 19, 2022

today launched its new nationwide desktop appraisal data collection service to fully enable the new property valuation method called desktop appraisal endorsed and approved by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that started on March 19, 2022. San Francisco, CA–Asteroom Inc. About Asteroom Inc.: About Asteroom Inc.:

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Helping Agents Understand Appraisal Factors That Impact Home Sales In the world of real estate, accurate property valuation plays an important role in the home buying and selling process. Factors Considered by Appraisers When determining the value of a property, appraisers consider several crucial factors.

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Realtor

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

From an appraiser point of view, the drive-by appraisal takes less time, explains Mary Helen Marks , a licensed real estate agent and appraiser in the Phoenix Metro Area. However, for homes where interior details are less critical, drive-by appraisals can still provide reliable valuations.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JANUARY 29, 2025

Beyond what you see during the appraisal inspection do you understand the appraisal process or anything about what appraisers do? Using this information helps appraisers provide the most accurate and up-to-date valuation possible. On the surface it looks like the appraiser visits your home, does some measuring, and looks around.

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AmeriMac

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The Essence of Turn-Time in Real Estate Appraisals In the quick-moving world of real estate, “turn time” is an important measure. It helps keep real estate transactions strong by ensuring that valuations are up-to-date and match what’s happening in the market now.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 16, 2021

Be Prepared for an Appraisal for a Positive Impact on Your Home’s Valuation. Whether you’re selling, refinancing, dividing assets, settling an estate, or determining capital gains on an income property , it pays dividends to be prepared for your home appraisal. Home inspection reports (current and previous).

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Robinson Appraisal Group

JULY 18, 2019

A hybrid appraisal is a valuation completed by a Licensed/Certified appraiser that is very similar to a desktop appraisal. The hybrid appraisal is designed so the appraiser can complete the valuation in 30–60 minutes. Some hybrid appraisals have an exterior only inspection, while others include an interior inspection.

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Clear Capital

JULY 14, 2023

As the real estate and mortgage industries work to modernize the home valuation process, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to offer new alternatives to the traditional home appraisal. The introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers offers an increasingly positive impact to both lenders and consumers.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 23, 2021

The founder of forsalebyowner.com used a Real Estate Agent to sell his home after trying to sell it himself and failing to do so - imagine that. There are pros and cons to going the for sale by owner route, but it is strongly advised to work with a trusted real estate agent throughout the process.

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Clear Capital

AUGUST 28, 2024

As the real estate and mortgage industries work to modernize the home valuation process , Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae continue to offer new collateral valuation methods. The introduction of inspection-based appraisal waivers offers an increasingly positive impact to both lenders and borrowers.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 23, 2023

In the often chaotic world of real estate, the appraiser-agent relationship can contribute to a smoother process. When real estate agents and appraisers work together seamlessly, clients benefit from well-informed decisions, transactions become smoother, and professional relationships are strengthened.

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Myth #2: Appraisals are the same as the Zillow Zestimate The Zillow Zestimate is a type of AVM (Automated Valuation Model) that takes information that is fed into it and uses it to spit out a value. Most agents believe that you cannot use sales that are further away than one mile from the subject property. Guess what?

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Robinson Appraisal Group

JANUARY 22, 2020

and automated valuation models. launched a new initiative to help recruit professionals into the real. estate appraisal industry. In recent years appraisers have been concerned about our elimination by the hands of an Automated Valuation. bifurcated valuation or hybrid appraisal includes an exterior.

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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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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 3, 2024

Thorough due diligence, including property inspections and assessments, and adequate cash reserves are crucial to identify and address potential concerns. Network and Expert Team: Build a team of real estate professionals, including real estate agents, property managers, and construction experts.

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 2, 2024

The point is simple; you have options both inside and outside the valuation profession. It can be so easy for us sometimes to feel trapped. That is not to say you must do desktops to continue in appraisal. In fact, I am trying to covey the exact opposite of that message.

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Boston Appraisal

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Appraisers are often tasked with providing valuations for properties that can be very different from one another. However, in order to provide credible valuations, appraisers often have to find an objective basis for comparison. From one house to the next, things can and often do change.

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Boston Appraisal

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Appraisers are often tasked with providing valuations for properties that can be very different from one another. However, in order to provide credible valuations, appraisers often have to find an objective basis for comparison. From one house to the next, things can and often do change.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MAY 13, 2024

The initial phase involves conducting a thorough inspection to identify any necessary repairs or improvements that could increase the property’s value and attractiveness. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all systems, including heating, plumbing, and electrical systems, are in working order to pass home inspections.

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McKissock

MARCH 8, 2022

Does USPAP require me to complete an inspection? Won’t these types of valuations be risky for the lender? An appraiser may be able to conduct a virtual inspection remotely; however, this would still be considered a desktop appraisal. Does USPAP require me to complete an inspection? Are there any state restrictions?

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