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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?
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.
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.
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 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.”
There are several ways we can do that from how we allocate orders, set fee schedules, and handle reconsiderations of values. It’s important to make sure that your appraisal department and vendors are trained and understand all the criteria around each option. Consolidation and lower volumes. C) Appraisal Quality.
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.”
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.
We’re excited to share some important updates regarding the Reconsideration of Value (ROV) process. A Reconsideration of Value (ROV) is a request for an appraiser to review and potentially revise the appraisal based on new or additional information provided by the borrower. What is a borrower-initiated ROV?
New Requirements Aim to Reduce Appraisal Bias The new Reconsideration of Value policy requires lenders to provide a pathway for borrowers to request reviews of home appraisal valuations. Also, underwriters should be trained to identify and remedy appraisal deficiencies, including racial and ethnic bias.
The sales can be considered during the development of the appraisal rather than after it is completed through a reconsideration of value which can delay the home buying process. By making this information available to the appraiser upfront the appraisal process will go more smoothly.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced a new policy on Wednesday that will enable mortgage borrowers to “request a re-assessment of the appraised value of their property if they believe that the appraisal was inaccurate or biased,” according to an announcement from HUD.
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I was first trained as a scientist, starting with my high school biology class. I have always been a professional appraiser since I started in 1975, trained at an assessor’s office to do what is in this article. What about a degree in another field that did not include any appraisal-related training? I got it for MLS access.
More significantly, loanDepot.com agreed to an extensive revamping of: (a) its reconsideration of value practices; (b) fair housing/non-discrimination training requirements; (c) statistical tracking of appraisal outcomes; and (d) training and contractual requirements for AMCs and appraisers.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced that JPMorgan Chase has come to an agreement with a Black homeowner who claimed the bank’s mortgage division – relying on a valuation done by an appraiser – valued her home at an amount lower than its actual worth because of her race.
Our industry must support and adopt solutions like the Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (PAREA) and allow students to engage in simulated/virtual training programs in every state. Reconsideration of Value (ROV) process.
Excerpts: Suggested protocols for responding to Reconsideration of Value requests. Click here to listen to Tim Andersen, MAI’s podcast, “Reconsiderations of Value: Satan’s Own Seed, Right?” The post Reconsideration of Value and Appraisers appeared first on Appraisal Today. By Greg Stephens, SRA, AI-RRS.
We are not going to try to second-guess what the appraiser is saying, but we have a very robust system in place for reconsideration of value requests and disputes. We all know there’s a shortage of appraisers, even now, with times being slow.
Trained counselors can bring much-needed clarity to a complex process, even when customers are dealing with a highly competent realtor or loan officer. Handling a below-contract appraisal and request for reconsideration of value (ROV). Anticipating issues regarding rate lock and/or mortgage contingency expirations.
By using a correlation matrix, appraisers can ensure that they are focusing on the most relevant, objective factors that affect/reflect market value, and that their valuation methods reflect actual market trends, improving the accuracy and credibility of the appraisal.
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