Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Ronald Chillemi has been appointed Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and Corporate Secretary of Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. He will oversee the legal and compliance departments of the business in this capacity. Ron Chillemi, Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and Corporate Secretary of Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. “We

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

These anti-discrimination statutes make it illegal to refuse to rent, sell or lease housing because of a lawful source of income being provided. Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD), state attorneys general and fair housing organizations to start applying this legal framework to homebuyers FHA loans accounted for 15.6%

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2020

A simple, ancient practice, one that often goes unnoticed despite the critical role it plays in the lives of millions of Americans, is getting modernized. They have developed technologies that update the process to mirror the modern way you do your banking, shop, and do pretty much everything else: by using the internet.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Lets revisit the basics: In an H&BU analysis, real estate appraisers determine the most probable use of a property by applying four tests: whether the use is legally permissible , physically possible , financially feasible , and maximally productive. Under the old zoning, the H&BU analysis was finished at the legally permissible test.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2024

We are from time to time involved in, and may in the future be subject to, enforcement actions and private third-party claims arising from the laws to which we are subject,” the filing states. Many of these lawsuits have not been fully litigated, or have settled, resulting in a current state of uncertainty in the law.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

As a result of the settlements, Allied Title & Escrow LLC , KVS Title LLC , Modern Settlements LLC and Union Settlements will collectively pay more than $3.2 So, I don’t think what the AG did is in the spirit of the law and is certainly not in line with what the Department of Insurance has done over the years.”

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 29, 2024

area, according to the Attorney General for the District of Columbia Allied Title & Escrow, LLC (Allied), KVS Title, LLC (KVS), Modern Settlements, LLC (Modern), and Union Settlements, LLC (Union) will pay $1.9 Four title insurance firms have agreed to pay nearly $3.3 million, $1 million, $325,000 and $65,000, respectively.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 4, 2024

representatives at federal agencies reinforced their support for the new rules that would modernize the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), a few days after a federal judge in Texas granted a preliminary injunction to banking associations that seek to halt its implementation. This week in Washington, D.C.,

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2024

Campbell’s office claimed that EasyKnock “engaged in an unfair and deceptive equity-skimming scheme that involved purchasing the homes of cash-strapped consumers at bargain-basement prices and then renting them back to the consumers, at times for unfair rents,” in violation of the state’s consumer protection law. The platform closed a $3.5

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

She said her firms decision to sue came after months of efforts to be released from NAR’s restrictions, which compel agents to engage in practices we believe violate fair housing and anti-competitive laws. Thompson against Metro MLS and the DeKalb Board of Realtors.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Topics include basic real estate practices & principles, real estate law, financing, brokerage, contracts, closings + more Required 30 hrs of post-licensing coursework. Includes Modern Real estate Practice in North Carolina textbook, NC and National Drill & Practice QBank + Exam Prep courses, Access to Interactive Study Group.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Therequired informationincludesfull legal name, date of birth, current residential or business address, andone-of-a-kindidentifying number from anapprovedidentification document (e.g., passport ordrivinglicense)of everybeneficial owner.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

In response, Remote Online Notarization, something that had been technically legal on a federal level since the turn of the century and for which technology already existed, became the hot issue of the day. Fortunately, such technologies exist today. The rise of biometrics. Frankly, it’s a wonder it was ever adopted in the first place.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 17, 2024

This practice, though not legally mandated in most states, had become the norm. Of course, with any service rendered by appraisers in the world of valuation, be careful to understand USPAP and state law regarding your role as an unbiased, third-party.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 8, 2022

So far, lenders have been slow to adopt special purpose credit programs, although they have been legal since 1976. Earlier this year, the Department of Housing and Urban Development pointedly told lenders that the programs do not violate fair lending law.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The importance of a fully modern open space preservation vehicle – a conservation easement in Ohio – cannot be better summarized than by our 26th President. A simple conservation easement definition is a legal contract to protect private land, permanently. A contract between the landowner and the buyer is legally binding.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JULY 6, 2021

With the emergence of factories, production efficiency, and mass manufacturing, industrial space for rent became the backbone that supports today’s modern cities. Amazon is the iconic frontrunner when it comes to the future of modern distribution and smart warehouses. They include showrooms, laboratories, and office space.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JULY 4, 2022

They want to learn about the latest technology, laws, and regulations. But it’s important that you select books that are newly published; this is especially critical when you’re relying on the books for legal or tax-related information or forms. And some books will cover all of the above.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Manage your current tenants; whether it’s maintenance, finances, or legal issues, your property manager will take care of your tenants. Compliance and legal issues. Set and adjust the correct rental rates based on property value; they stay on top of the property’s current value and negotiate with prospective renters.

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Boston Appraisal

APRIL 18, 2024

Mixed-use developments, which integrate residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial components within a single project, represent a modern approach to urban planning. Zoning and Regulatory Issues : Zoning laws can vary significantly across regions and can affect the permissible uses within mixed-use developments.

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GoForrmz

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In an ideal world, everything in your business runs without disruption; no paperwork is ever lost, no data is ever incorrect, and every signature is legally binding and captured quickly. But legally binding signatures aren’t always required for your documents either. But how many businesses live in that ideal world?

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 29, 2023

Reduce legal concerns. Professional property manager companies ensure their staff is proficient in fair housing laws and other rental laws. They can also take care of legal matters such as executing and terminating lease agreements, handling security deposits, collecting late rent payment fees, and evictions.

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Listing Spark

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

We’ll cover everything from preparing your home for sale to navigating the complexities of the Texas real estate market, ensuring you have the knowledge to conduct a smooth, legal, and profitable transaction. Understanding and properly preparing these documents is crucial for a smooth, legal transaction.

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Listing Spark

AUGUST 28, 2024

All sellers must fulfill specific legal requirements, and the entire process, from initial listing to final closing, is full of legal documents. Still, it does require you to get it right or face potential delays, legal challenges, and ongoing disputes. Each document serves a specific purpose and carries legal weight.

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Listing Spark

JUNE 13, 2024

Buyers in this state are often looking for homes with modern updates and well-maintained properties. In Tennessee, you are not legally required to hire a lawyer to sell a house FSBO (For Sale By Owner). This can help you avoid legal pitfalls and ensure all paperwork is correctly filled out.

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Listing Spark

MAY 29, 2024

Thanks to modern online solutions, you can list your home on MLS for a flat fee without going through a real estate agent. It’s crucial to understand real estate laws and regulations in your area to ensure a smooth transaction. Ignoring Legal Requirements Selling a home involves a lot of paperwork and legal requirements.

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Listing Spark

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Neglecting Online Listings Online listings are crucial in modern real estate as they connect sellers to potential buyers. Some of these mistakes include: Inaccurate or Misleading Information: Providing inaccurate details about your property can mislead potential buyers and may even lead to legal troubles.

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 15, 2025

Selecting the right appraisal product tailored to your goals is essential for financing, taxes, legal matters, or investment decisions. Commercial appraisals involve a wider range of stakeholders, such as investors, developers, and banks, with stricter adherence to federal regulations, including zoning laws and environmental considerations.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2024

One critical area as generative AI becomes increasingly our personal assistant is to not outsource the upholding of fair housing laws. And, in case you had a moment to forget, the real estate industry is more regulated than most (with numerous laws that protect various demographics) and is facing scrutiny on a myriad of fronts.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 29, 2022

It sits in the Sarasota beachfront neighborhood of Lido Shores, an area that’s a haven for modern architecture. Excerpt: ASC just sent a letter to state appraiser regulatory officials pointing out that the USPAP update course is factually inaccurate and puts appraisers in legal jeopardy if they follow it. To read more click here.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

District Court in the Southern District of New York, alleging that Real Estate Board of New York rules governing the multiple listing service in Manhattan kept commissions high and violated state and federal antitrust laws. Garfield & Co , Level Group, M.N.S. Sloane Square , and Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 13, 2023

It is lack of labor, land/lots, lumber/materials, lending for builders and land developers and ever-costly legal/regulatory costs,” he said. Zoning restrictions, strict building code regulations, NIMBYism and onerous environmental laws have damaged the flow of new housing. I refer to these challenges as the 5 L’s.

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Will Springer Realtor

AUGUST 11, 2023

Others are specializing in the design and construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as detached backyard homes (also known as “ mother-in-laws ”). In legal filings, Insignia homeowners claim Bosa and its subcontractors are responsible for defects or deficiencies in a range of materials, design and construction. Pittsburgh).

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Clear Capital

JUNE 21, 2022

Fannie Mae’s study , while finding that homes owned by white borrowers were more often overvalued than homes owned by Black borrowers, furthered the discussion around Appraisal Modernization, including the use of AVMs in property valuations. How ClearAVM supports Fair Lending Laws. Upcoming changes to AVM compliance and regulation .

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The date of value can be a legal issue and the appraiser should not be the one accepting responsibility for whether the date of value is correct for whatever the use is (such as an estate tax return). The architect Sandra Rishani told Insider no new structure can be built in its place because of zoning laws. Excerpts: 2.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

Now the country’s signature law to stop redlining is under review. The main law policing redlining is the 1977 Community Reinvestment Act, or CRA. Senior administration officials claim that rooting out “modern-day redlining” is a top priority. The law also required banks to lend within their communities.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Had it passed, the legislation would have allowed “a notary publicly commissioned under state law to remotely notarize electronic records and perform notarizations for remotely located individuals,” according to a summary of the House bill , H.R. Additionally, the bill requires U.S. Additionally, the bill requires U.S.

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