Assurance Financial

APRIL 29, 2021

Mortgage Lending Terminology . If you plan to buy a home or refinance an existing mortgage, you’ll likely encounter mortgage loan terms and definitions that may be unfamiliar — especially if you’re buying a house for the first time. Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM). Amortization. Annual Percentage Rate (APR).

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Looking for a Home Appraisal Company in Victoria, BC? In any of these situations, a property appraisal company can help, and it will be up to you to hire the right company for the job. So, when it’s up to you, how do you know what property appraisal company to hire? Are new schools and hospitals being built nearby?

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D Fritz Appraisals

AUGUST 12, 2019

Let’s explore the similarities and differences between a home inspection and a home appraisal. What Is a Home Appraisal? Appraisals help make sure all parties in a real estate transaction get a current, accurate, and fair value for the property. In contrast, an inspector only looks at the property in question.

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Appraisal Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

Unparalleled 3-Mansion Compound on Miamis Exclusive Palm Island Splashes Onto the Market for $150 Million DEI and Appraisers Fannie and Freddie Forecasts Fannie, Freddie: New Market Analysis Requirements February 4th Mortgage applications decreased 2.0 Keep it as a reference for the future when you may need to use the Cost Approach.

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Assurance Financial

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Taking out your first mortgage is a huge life step. A mortgage is a critical tool to have — it allows you to become a homeowner without putting down hundreds of thousands of dollars on the spot, and it lets you pay off your loan over time. About 96% of first-time homebuyers finance the purchase with a mortgage.

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McKissock

JULY 20, 2021

No matter how the appraisal inspection appears to the uninitiated, it is not the equivalent of a home inspection. An appraiser is required to observe the subject property and the surrounding area for certain factors which affect the subject property. Can an appraisal inspection substitute a home inspection?

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Realtor

JUNE 29, 2020

Alina555 / Getty Images When interest rates dropped to record lows in March, I decided to refinance the mortgage on my house. “You’re eligible for an appraisal waiver!” So what is an appraisal waiver? Instead, the lender assesses the property. Want to find out if you’re eligible for an appraisal waiver?

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D Fritz Appraisals

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

A home or house appraisal is a third-party report written by a professional appraiser who visits the property and does market research to analyze how much the house is worth in today’s market. An appraisal report informs homeowners, home buyers, and mortgage lenders on the market value of the home. local markets.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 23, 2024

Billionaire Getty Heir Puts Extraordinary Greek Temple (Temple of Wings) on the Market for $5 Million Redfin Reports Investor Home Purchases Post Biggest Increase in Two Years The Biggest Home in Each State Objectionable Valuations Become Hate Speech, Inflating Home Prices Mortgage applications decreased 10.1 Acre lot. “One

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Things to Consider when Appraising Rural Residential Properties Appraisals of rural residential properties do not conform to the typical mortgage lending underwriting expectations of urban and suburban residential properties. We’ve scoured the internet to share numerous resources and useful links.

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McCarthy Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

The two basic licenses are Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser and Certified General Real Property Appraiser. Residential appraisers may need an associate degree and commercial appraisers usually need a bachelor’s degree. Evaluate the appraiser’s experience.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 18, 2023

Be sure to put in a comment requesting it. == The Future of Property Appraisal: Unveiling the UAD Redesign and New URAR By: McKissock August 15, 2023 At the recent Valuation Expo conference in Las Vegas, Heather Sullivan (Aloft), Ken Defeo (Fannie Mae), and Sean Murphy (Freddie Mac) provided a peek at some of the upcoming changes.

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 21, 2022

We believe that you’ll feel better informed, more confident, and maybe even a little enthusiastic when it is time to schedule a free consultation with a commercial property appraiser. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? Question 5: Why are commercial property appraisals important?

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Appraisal Today

JULY 12, 2024

Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!! At the center lies this crucial inquiry: Are only essential requirements included in the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria?

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Walitt Solutions

MAY 24, 2024

According to secondary market guides for mortgage-related appraisals, lenders are not required to obtain new appraisal reports from appraisers merely because a contract price changes. For example, see Fannie Mae’s November 2023 Appraisal and Property-Related FAQs and Single Family Selling Guide B4-1.1-05

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East Coast Appraisal

OCTOBER 19, 2021

This is the most common form used by appraisers throughout the country. If you are buying a home, your mortgage company orders the appraisal and you receive a copy of the URAR with your closing paperwork, if not sooner. If you are selling a property, you do not receive a copy of the appraisal.

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McKissock

JULY 24, 2020

If there are problems that are indicated by the investigation or the appraisal review, then formal disciplinary action is warranted, and the case will go forward from there. Referred for formal hearing. If the parties do not come to a consent agreement, then the matter is referred to a formal hearing. Who can file a complaint?

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Most of the inspection training we receive as appraisers happens in the field. When I started in this business long ago, there was no such thing as a licensed appraiser or a certified real property appraiser. In previous downturns, I always had competition from lender appraisers. I understand. I am 80 years old.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 15, 2024

Defining rural properties – USDA and GSEs Challenges of appraising rural properties Appraising rural properties presents unique challenges due to their diverse characteristics and market dynamics. Is the GSE’s “Appraisal Modernization” Really Just Mass Appraisal? Mortgage rates were 18%+.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

4 Myths About Property Data Collection By McKissock Excerpts: Myth #1: PDC is the same thing as property appraisal As a professional appraiser, you know very well that what a property data collector does is not the same as what you do — even if your clients don’t always understand the difference.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This demonstrates the issue of uncertainty and “relative reference.” Some negative outcomes may include: Limitation of investigative property inspection, work scope, anomalies, and interaction with the lender client when unique situations arise. Mortgage applications decreased 5.1 Which is ‘average’ for this nice neighborhood.)

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 2, 2024

10 Must-See Mansions That Define the High-End Trend Accurate Appraisal Underreporting How Confidential is Your Appraisal? Agencies Issue Final Rule to Help Ensure Credibility and Integrity of Automated Valuation Models Mortgage applications decreased 3.9 There is no space on the 1004 form to identify a second ADU.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 18, 2021

Regardless of whether you’re purchasing a new house or revamping your mortgage, getting an appraisal is a critical part of the process. During a home appraisal, a professional determines your home’s worth before putting it on the market. Refinancing your home includes replacing the old mortgage with a brand new one.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 18, 2021

Regardless of whether you’re purchasing a new house or revamping your mortgage, getting an appraisal is a critical part of the process. During a home appraisal, a professional determines your home’s worth before putting it on the market. Refinancing your home includes replacing the old mortgage with a brand new one.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 18, 2021

Regardless of whether you’re purchasing a new house or revamping your mortgage, getting an appraisal is a critical part of the process. During a home appraisal, a professional determines your home’s worth before putting it on the market. Refinancing your home includes replacing the old mortgage with a brand new one.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on State board complaints, non-lender appraisals, mortgage forecast, real estate market changes, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. ==. Excerpts: Disciplinary complaints against appraisers are becoming more and more common.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 28, 2023

First: How do appraisers value any amenity of a property? Appraisal 101 would suggest the matched pairs analysis. So our first task is to find a property with solar panels that’s similar to the subject. To read more, click here My comments: All appraisers are asked to do the “tough ones. percent the previous week.

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Clear Capital

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

If it is not highlighted by the lender, the appraiser should review the income and resale restrictions in the purchase contract, and notify the lender before completing the order that it is a shared equity property. The contract will also likely reference a second document, either a deed restriction or a ground lease.

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Clear Capital

JANUARY 5, 2023

Unfortunately, they also resulted in a disproportionate benefit to white families and furthered neighborhood segregation under policies referred to as redlining. The potential for appraisal bias in home valuation has recently garnered public attention and regulatory scrutiny. of all property appraisers and assessors were white.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

A bill introduced in January to the New York state Senate is seeking to bolster the disclosures that reverse mortgage lenders make to potential clients in an effort to broaden their understanding of the product, as well as the obligations that a borrower assumes when engaging with the industry.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 14, 2025

5 Properties With ADUs or In-Law Suites Open Letter to Government Efficiency Commission on HUDs Appraiser Complaints The R word in real estate – Recession Going In-Depth on a Delicate Issue: The Invisible Fence of Racial Discrimination Mortgage applications increased 11.2 Appraisers being trapped in this is a big problem.

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Unique Properties, Rocket Mortgage Sues HUD, Trump Shifts in Housing Market? December 13, 2024 Whats in This Newsletter (In Order, Scroll Down) LIA ad – Each appraisal is unique The Ultimate Guide to Unique Property Appraisals Americas Most Expensive Property Is Sitting in a Flood ZoneWill Anyone Buy the $295 Million Estate?

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

As the Trump administration continues its crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, it appears that the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) policies are being swept away amid a laundry list of actions. Once led by Marcia Fudge, secretary of the U.S. On Friday, Jan.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2024

While not specifically mentioning Republican Party presidential nominee Donald Trump outside of references to his prior term in office, a sizable portion of the attributed authors of the playbook have either served directly in the first Trump administration or have pursued policy on its behalf. citizens from participating in HUD programs.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The recent expansion of appraisal waiver eligibility likely does not sit well with those poised to take on leadership roles in the next Trump administration, as it underscores creep from the GSEs missions. In sum, this would be a net positive for appraisers working in the mortgage lending space as demand for services would increase.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

A CFPB ruling on AMC fees is in jeopardy AMCs took on a larger role in the appraisal industry after the Dodd-Frank legislation passed in 2010. The law required AMCs to serve as a buffer between appraisers and mortgage lenders, believing that misaligned incentives between the two parties contributed to the housing bubble burst in 2008.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

While these orders have far-reaching effects and are highly controversial for many, one of the immediate effects that appraisers have noted is that the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) task force appears to have been disbanded. A somewhat controversial topic, especially among non-appraisers.

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