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Expanding appraisal education beyond the classroom
Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
The education requirements that appraisers must meet continue to increase, even though the structure of appraisal courses often equate to a less-than-ideal learning experience. Keep reading to see why one AQB Certified USPAP Instructor is advocating expanding learning opportunities outside of the classroom.
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Fannie answers questions on Collateral Underwriter — Part One
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2015
In preparation of Fannie Mae’s upcoming release of Collateral Underwriter, the agency’s appraisal risk assessment tool for lenders, the government sponsored enterprise has answered some frequently asked questions about what to expect in 2015. Keep reading to see what Fannie had to say.
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Fannie answers questions on Collateral Underwriter — Part Two
Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
In preparation of Fannie Mae’s upcoming release of Collateral Underwriter, the agency’s appraisal risk assessment tool for lenders, the government sponsored enterprise has answered some frequently asked questions about what to expect in 2015. Keep reading to see what Fannie had to say in Part Two.
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Obama initiative to make housing more affordable
Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
President Barack Obama announced a new initiative Jan. 7 that will make housing more affordable, particularly for first-time buyers. Keep reading to see what is being projected to help millions of families save billions of dollars over the next several years.
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New president, officers take over Appraisal Institute
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2015
A new president and other elected officers have begun their terms for the Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers with nearly 22,000 professionals in almost 60 countries. Continue reading to learn who’s taking the reins at the Appraisal Institute.
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Fannie Mae updates policies on selecting adjustments, energy-efficient improvements
Posted Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
Fannie Mae updated its Selling Guide on Dec. 16, with two changes in particular pertaining to appraisal guidelines. The first change concerned best practices for making net or gross adjustments, while the second dealt with appraising properties outfitted with solar panels. Keep reading to learn about the changes.
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AMC looks to hire more appraisers in expansion
Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
A New York-based appraisal management company catering to small and mid-size banks and credit unions announced it’s looking to add appraisers to its staff as it expands into new areas of the country. Keep reading for the details.
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Clear Capital moves headquarters out of state
Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
Clear Capital, a provider of real estate valuation and analytics solutions, is moving its company headquarters and operations out of California. Keep reading for the details.
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Company forecasts housing appreciation for 2015
Posted Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
A provider of real estate data released the results of its 2015 forecast, which projects how home values are anticipated to fluctuate in different markets across the country throughout the year. Keep reading for the results.
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Appraiser’s uncustomary, unreasonable $56M payday
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2015
An appraiser who completed assignments in the years following the recession won’t have to worry about “customary and reasonable” after getting a reported $56 million from his previous employer. Keep reading for the details.
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AMC announces new CEO, release of desktop appraisal report
Posted Date: Monday, December 22, 2014
An appraisal management company providing residential and commercial appraisals and valuation products nationwide recently announced the promotion of a new CEO, as well as the release of its desktop appraisal report. Keep reading for the details.
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Company to build customized software for third-party service providers
Posted Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2014
A provider of software solutions for third-party service providers announced it’s now building exclusive software for servicers to accommodate clients’ specific business practices and compliance considerations. Keep reading for the details.
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Mortgage services provider adds CIO
Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
A domestic-based, end-to-end mortgage services provider announced Jan. 6 that it has brought in a new chief information officer with 17 years of industry experience. Continue reading for the details.
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Homeowners say now is not time to buy; could that change?
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2015
A new survey shows that homeowners were more pessimistic about buying a home at the end of 2014 than in recent years, but there could be reason for renewed optimism in the New Year. Keep reading to see why more buyers could be entering the market in 2015.
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MISMO announces new members to board
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2015
The Mortgage Bankers Association, the parent corporation of the Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization, announced the appointment of four new individuals to the MISMO board of directors. Keep reading to learn about the new members.
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Zillow employees decry ‘frat-house culture’ in lawsuits
Posted Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
Several current and former employees of Zillow Inc. have filed lawsuits against the company alleging they suffered age, race, religion and sexual discrimination and were terminated for reporting illegal conduct, including RESPA violations. Read on for the onslaught of allegations as Zillow mounts a defense against what these employees call a “frat-house culture.”
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Philadelphia appraiser earns AI award
Posted Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
A Philadelphia appraiser was recognized by the Appraisal Institute for being an outstanding counselor, educator and mentor in the field; for his exemplary character and high sense of ethics; and for his devotion and contributions to the appraisal profession. Keep reading to see which appraiser with four decades of experience was singled out for his leadership.
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Texas organization sounds the call for appraisal reform
Posted Date: Monday, January 5, 2015
The Texas Building Owners and Managers Association, an organization that represents the interest of owners and managers of commercial real estate in Texas, announced it has launched a statewide initiative advocating for Texas property appraisal reform. Read on to see how the association hopes to make changes.
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