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Progress now or perfect later: Improving the appraisal process

Housing Wire

Concerns of racial bias , a lack of standardization for consumers in the reconsideration of value process and unclear authority in the governance structure are all present amidst increased requests from lenders for a more efficient process that provides value certainty sooner.

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A View on Risk: Desktop Appraisals

Appraisal Buzz

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. All three labels refer to the scope of work completed by the appraiser when completing the assignment. The announcement has been met with less enthusiasm by others.

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Are Appraisers Professionals?

Appraisal Today

Charles kitchen cabinets have been preserved and restored, blending seamlessly with luxurious modern updates like fine wool carpeting in the bedrooms and sophisticated new kitchen and bathroom fixtures. The kitchen also looks like a step back in time but it’s been updated with modern appliances: a fridge and an oven.

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Why Appraisal Workfiles Are Important

Appraisal Today

Particularly when speaking about the workfile, for my money, the most dangerous words in USPAP are “or references to the location(s) of such other data, information, and documentation.” Upon arrival, you’re greeted by a lavish motor court leading to timeless modern architecture.

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Appraisal Sq. Ft. Appraisal vs. Assessor/Public Records

Appraisal Today

123 Marlborough Rd, Briarcliff Manor, NY Price: $1,800,000 Modern luxury: This opulent residence designed by architect Ferdinand Gottlieb has a resort-style guest suite overlooking the in-ground pool. Sample listing (Photo Above of ADU): 1. The three-bedroom estate features floor-to-ceiling glass walls that overlook the 3.6-acre