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Housing Market Predictions for 2022 and Other Appraisal News

McKissock

Plus, what will it take to modernize the appraisal process? Read on for this week’s appraisal news and insights. Opinion: The path to modernizing the appraisal process. Realtor.com forecasts a mixed bag of opportunities for homebuyers in the coming year. The 10 top housing markets of 2022.

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Appraisals and the Cost Approach

Appraisal Today

. ———————————————— Appraisal/Appraiser Bias Accusations Per a recent appraisersblogs post: removal of all appraisal bias propaganda from the official whitehouse.gov website. The refinance share of mortgage activity decreased to 37.1

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How To Select the Right AVM in an Uncertain Housing Market

Clear Capital

Each year, technology plays more of a role in valuing homes for property appraisals , loan originations, secondary market investments, and even portfolio monitoring. So when it comes to valuing properties in a volatile market, as we experienced in the years since the pandemic, choosing the right AVM is imperative.

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Apps for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

That’s because scarce inventory is driving up prices, pushing many homes on the cusp over the seven-figure mark. Traut, McKissock Learning Excerpts: When appraisers receive appraisal assignment requests, they ask themselves if the fee is acceptable, am I competent for this assignment, can I meet the deadline, and so on.

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Appraisals – Check the Water Source!

Appraisal Today

Excerpt: We continue to see claims alleging that the rural property appraiser failed to adequately identify or report details surrounding a water source. In one claim, the appraiser correctly noted that the property was serviced by a “private water well.” Two days ago the Fed raised rates by 0.75%. Lower inflation?

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Five housing market trends to keep an eye on in 2025

Housing Wire

Emerging from the pandemic, the chronic lack of inventory disrupted the principles of supply and demand, causing housing prices to soar. Because the Federal Reserve kept interest rates too low for too long during the pandemic, homebuyers are in a hangover period following one of the largest housing booms in modern history.

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10 Appraisal Myths

Appraisal Today

Soaring ceilings, expansive open spaces, & impeccable finishes, every detail reflects modern elegance. With the growth in for-sale inventory and signs that the economy remains strong, buyers have remained in the market even though rates have increased recently. baths, 21,927 sq.ft. acre lot, built in 2017 Nestled along 150 ft.