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Pending legislation would end home inspection waivers in Massachusetts

Housing Wire

A housing market marked by relatively high interest rates and tight inventory — and punctuated by the practice of home inspection waivers to sweeten offers — are taking a bite out of business for home inspectors, who play a key role in the sales process by ensuring that buyers are not being sold a lemon of a house. and Canada.

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Is A Cubicasa Scan an Inspection?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

In this article, I thought I would share my thoughts on this and whether scanning a property with Cubicasa is considered to be an appraisal inspection. WHAT IS AN APPRAISAL INSPECTION? I think it’s important to understand what an appraisal inspection is. The attorney questioned my use of the word inspection. ”). .”

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Are remote appraisals here to stay?

Housing Wire

Remote inspections have the power to make homeowners and appraisers more comfortable. Incenter Appraisal Management’s new remote appraisal inspection tool streamlines the appraisal process while ensuring appraisers stay in control of the inspection and data collection. Introducing RemoteVal.

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Opinion: seven things to look for in a home equity partner

Housing Wire

They can do this by applying advanced technology — digital title solutions, automated inspection and appraisal tools, consumer-facing scheduling apps and eClosing solutions — and working with you to optimize your internal workflows and processes. Ask for references. Leading-edge technology products/solutions.

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Just How Big is that House?

Appraisal Buzz

Fannie Mae has released further clarification on their announcement that they will be requiring appraisers to provide square footage calculations in accordance with the American National Standard for Single-Family Residential Buildings, the standard reference is ANSI Z765-2021. Laser measuring tools. Appraiser Responsibility.

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A View on Risk: Desktop Appraisals

Appraisal Buzz

Lenders and stakeholders allowed for some level of inspection relief with these two new appraisal products. Desktop refers to a scope of work where the appraiser did not perform any level of viewing of the property and relied on other sources to gather property details. Lenders rely on regulation and policy.

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Reducing Construction Project Delays with Real-Time Data Capture

GoForrmz

Leveraging digital tools to streamline construction projects and minimize delays Anyone in the construction industry knows that delays can be costly. By using tools like digital forms and mobile technology, construction managers can streamline processes, improve communication, and significantly reduce project delays.