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Conference Coverage: AMC chief appraiser discusses demands of profession
Posted Date: Monday, December 21, 2015
Valuation Review traveled to the Appraisal Summit and Expo. We met with Chief Appraiser John Dingeman of AppraisalTek, a national AMC, and director of the National Association of Appraisers. The California, Nevada and Arizona certified residential appraiser discussed the demands on appraisers in a wide-ranging interview. Read on to hear what Dingeman had to say.
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Your View: NAA president wants more acceptance for trainees
Posted Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Valuation Review reached out to National Association of Appraisers (NAA) President Laurie Egan, MNAA, for her thoughts on the appraisal profession in another installment of “Your View.” Read on to hear what Egan had to say.
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Appraiser speaks to assignment conditions and more
Posted Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Valuation Review reached out to Craig Morley, a residential appraiser for more than 30 years and current appraiser and managing partner with Accurity/Morley and McConkie, LC, for his thoughts on the appraisal profession. Read on to hear what Morley had to say.
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AI manager addresses state AMC laws
Posted Date: Monday, December 21, 2015
The Appraisal Institute’s Scott DiBiasio, manager of state and industry affairs, discussed state AMC laws at The Appraisal Summit and Expo. Read on to hear what DiBiasio had to say regarding changes in states such as Florida, Ohio, New York and North Carolina.
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New AI president takes the helm
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 6, 2016
There is a new individual occupying the chair of president of the Appraisal Institute as of Jan. 1, 2016. Read on to learn more regarding the leadership transition.
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REVAA director: Education helps solidify industry
Posted Date: Monday, January 4, 2016
The Real Estate Valuation Advocacy Association works to help appraisers remain compliant with state and federal regulations, and its executive director told Valuation Review that education on those areas will help the industry grow, but that more needs to be done. Read on to see what he suggested could improve the profession.
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HomeStreet Bank exec addresses ROV
Posted Date: Monday, December 28, 2015
Valuation Review traveled to Las Vegas for the Appraisal Summit and Expo to hear HomeStreet Bank Single Family Relationship and Production Manager Vice President Clark Dickson discuss the topic of Reconsideration of Value. Read on to hear what Dickson told his audience.
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Residential fee appraiser speaks to lender issues
Posted Date: Monday, December 28, 2015
Joshua Walitt, a certified residential appraiser in Colorado, was a presenter at the Appraisal Summit and Expo conference, speaking on “Stepping Outside Lender Requirements.” Valuation Review asked Wallit to explain some of his theories.
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DAC introduces compliance solution
Posted Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Searching for a solution to financial institutions’ compliance around appraisal practices, the Designated Appraiser Coalition has introduced a solution targeted to regional and community institutions. Read on for the details.
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Co-founder talks background checks
Posted Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Valuation Review reached out to an expert for the purpose of discussing background checks. Read on to learn who we spoke with and find out what he is saying about background checks that appraisers, AMCs and lenders need to know.
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Litigator: Impac, mass lawsuits may hurt industry
Posted Date: Monday, January 4, 2016
Companies suing appraisers is just another hurdle the profession is forced to deal with. A prominent litigator discussed lawsuits being filed against appraisers, including what companies are involved, the details of the suits, and what appraisers can do. Read on to learn the details.
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Florida county appraiser sues board over tax cuts
Posted Date: Monday, January 4, 2016
The Bay County property appraiser in Florida has sued the local Value Adjustment Board, claiming members illegally allowed an additional 15 percent of tax cuts on 19 properties in the county, according to court documents. Read on to learn more details about the case.
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HUD reaches agreement with realty accused of discrimination
Posted Date: Monday, December 28, 2015
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announces agreements with a Massachusetts realty company regarding allegations of discrimination against families. Read on to learn the details.
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Clear Capital discusses housing outlook for 2016
Posted Date: Monday, January 4, 2016
Valuation Review reached out to Clear Capital Research and Analytics Vice President Alex Villacorta to discuss the company’s release of the Home Data Index Market Report, showing data through November 2015. Read on to learn what the report revealed and hear Villacorta’s outlook for 2016.
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FHFA proposes rule on serving underserved markets
Posted Date: Monday, January 4, 2016
As a result of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, federal law requires that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac facilitate a secondary market for mortgages on housing for low and moderate-income families. Read on to learn what specific markets are affected by this.
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Freddie Mac report looks at housing in 2016
Posted Date: Monday, December 28, 2015
Freddie Mac released its monthly Insight & Outlook report for December. The Outlook discusses the expected effect of the Federal rates regarding next year’s projections. Read on to learn what the report shows.
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MBA survey shows mortgage applications decreasing
Posted Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
According to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week that ended Dec. 11, 2015, mortgage applications are decreasing. Read on to learn what specific numbers were reflected in the survey.
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Valuation services firm examines 2015 trends
Posted Date: Monday, January 4, 2016
Pro Teck Valuation Services’ Home Value Forecast (HVF) took a look at trends from the past 12 months in a number of real estate categories. Read on to learn what trends were looked at and the numbers the report came up with.
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