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Free Webinar: Components of AMC Training by Josh Walitt

Appraisal Buzz

Certain states require AMC staff to receive training to ensure they understand valuation independence regulations as well as other statutory requirements. Our free webinar, “ Components of AMC Training ” will be held on June 10th at 2 pm with Josh Walitt as the host. Buzz : Why do AMCs need the training?

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Navigating New ROV Policies: Insights from the FHFA

Appraisal Buzz

Julie discusses her career journey to her current role at FHFA, and provides insights into the recent policy changes regarding Reconsideration of Value (ROV). She also shares the training and support provided to ensure the successful implementation of these policies.

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DOJ sues Rocket, appraisal companies over alleged discrimination

Housing Wire

The changes include communicating to applicants that they have the right to request a reconsideration of value (ROV); explaining why an ROV is denied or the valuation is unchanged; and training its credit, valuation and customer service staff on the topic. The DOJ and CFPB filed a statement of interest in the case.

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loanDepot settles appraisal bias lawsuit 

Housing Wire

The changes include communicating to applicants that they have the right to request a reconsideration of value (ROV); explaining why an ROV is denied or the valuation is unchanged; and training its credit, valuation and customer service staff on the topic.

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White House marks one year of PAVE appraisal bias action plan

Housing Wire

The White House also says that it is aiming to change the nature of the appraisal profession itself, “taking steps to remove unnecessary educational and experience requirements that make it difficult for underrepresented groups to access the profession and to strengthen anti-bias, fair housing, and fair lending training of existing appraisers.”

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HUD, GSEs to Allow Consumers to Seek Reconsideration of Appraisal Valuations

Appraisal Buzz

The rule change will enable borrowers to request a re-assessment of the appraised value of their property if they believe that the appraisal was inaccurate or biased, HUD says in a release. Our new policies will arm homeowners, lenders, and FHA with a clear process to address biased or inaccurate appraisals.”

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The appraisal industry’s governance problem

Housing Wire

Apart from questions of governance, the report found significant gaps in the Appraisal Foundation’s fair housing requirements and training. Appraisal complaints are most often made directly to the lender, when a borrower asks for a reconsideration of value. That process varies from lender to lender.