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‘Outside forces’ , 'tardiness' to impact future
Posted Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and big data are among the major players affecting change in the future of the industry. One chief appraiser told Valuation Review that technology may help shape the direction of things to come. Read on for more.
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North Carolina Board discussing C&R
Posted Date: Monday, February 13, 2017
On Jan. 1, the North Carolina Appraisal Board’s Session Law 2016-61 became effective. The law deals with customary and reasonable compensation for appraisers. Read on to learn more and what future steps still need to be taken.
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TARF examines due diligence for supporting adjustments
Posted Date: Monday, January 30, 2017
An appraiser’s responsibility regarding adjustments can be burdensome and confusing. The Appraisers Research Foundation contributed funding for research relating to extracting adjustment rates. Author and researcher David Braun shared his findings with Valuation Review.
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Dart Appraisal announces new production director
Posted Date: Monday, January 30, 2017
Dart Appraisal announced a staff member’s promotion to the newly created role of director of production workflow. Read on to learn who is this person is and what her role means to the company.
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New Ohio AI president named
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 25, 2017
A veteran real estate appraiser and a senior vice president at The William Fall Group, has been named the 2017 president of the Ohio Chapter of the Appraisal Institute. Read on to learn more about this individual.
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Real estate firm toasts new director
Posted Date: Monday, January 23, 2017
Cushman & Wakefield welcomed a new executive to its real estate team. Read on to learn the identity of this person.
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TAF seeking board candidates
Posted Date: Monday, January 23, 2017
The Appraisal Foundation is searching for qualified candidates to serve on its board. Read on to learn more about the qualifications needed and how to apply for a position.
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AI offers new arbitration guidance
Posted Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2017
The Appraisal Institute recently published guidance outlines to help appraisers understand their role when retained in an arbitration case. Read on to learn more.
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Webinar assists business growth, visibility
Posted Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Valuation Review hosted a webinar titled “Boost Your Brand” to help appraisers grow their businesses. Read on for a brief recap of the session and find out how you can order your copy today.
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AQB Board engages new panel
Posted Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2017
The Appraiser Qualifications Board of The Appraisal Foundation has engaged a panel to assist in the development of Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal. Read on to learn more.
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ASA launches new online reaccreditation
Posted Date: Monday, February 13, 2017
The American Society of Appraisers is now making available for all designated members its online reaccreditation. Read on to learn more and how appraisers can register.
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1Company confident in self-storage properties
Posted Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Newmark Grubb Knight Frank, a commercial real estate advisory firm, finished 2016 with a flurry of transactions reminiscent of previous peak year activity. Read on to learn more about the deals and the portfolio of self-storage properties sold.
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Mixed feelings on rules for choosing chief appraiser
Posted Date: Monday, February 13, 2017
Texas House Bill 85, proposed by Rep. Mark Keough, would leave the selection of chief appraisers up to residents in each appraisal district. Read on to learn how local leaders reacted to this along with specifics surrounding this legislation.
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IVSC introduces new global standards for valuation
Posted Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2017
The International Valuation Standards Council has launched IVS 2017, marking an important milestone towards harmonizing valuation practice across the world, the council said. Read on to learn more.
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HomDNA integrates with Black Knight
Posted Date: Monday, February 13, 2017
HomDNA announced that its mobile technology offering is integrated with the LoanSphere Expedite platform from Black Knight Financial Services. Read on to learn more about this merger.
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Houston firm opens new locations
Posted Date: Monday, March 13, 2017
Texas Home Appraisers, LLC has opened two new locations in Houston to provide real estate appraisal services. Read on to learn more about these new venues.
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Former chief appraisal supervisor now assessor
Posted Date: Monday, March 13, 2017
Idaho’s Canyon County has a new assessor who previously served as chief appraiser. Read on to learn the identity of this individual and what appraisal skills will be brought to the position.
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AQB to hold public meeting
Posted Date: Monday, March 13, 2017
The Appraiser Qualifications Board will hold a public meeting in conjunction with the Association of Appraiser Regulatory Official’s conference. Read on to find out what will be discussed and how to register to attend.
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Legislation proposes refund on under-appraised homes
Posted Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2017
House Bill 1660, sponsored by Dade Phelan (R-Texas), will provide homeowners a tax refund on properties which sell at prices below the values set by the local appraisal district, under legislation pending in the Texas House. Read on to learn more about this bill.
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Property inspection tied to hail damage case
Posted Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2017
A property inspection conducted six months after a home sustained hail damage was at the center of a Texas legal dispute. Read on for details of how the case was resolved, and whether the original appraisal was accepted.
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Commercial Corner: Real estate firm merges
Posted Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2017
As part of its aggressive West Coast growth strategy, Kidder Mathews announced it has merged with one of the most dominant industrial real estate firms in Los Angeles. Read on to find out what this big merger means for the commercial real estate industry.
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Agencies hold Yellow Book conference
Posted Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2017
The American Society of Appraisers, the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers and The Appraisal Foundation have announced a joint conference for appraisers. Read on to learn more and how to register for this event.
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FHA announces appraisal training sessions
Posted Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2017
The Federal Housing Administration will conduct free appraisal training sessions in Tampa, Fla., Seattle and Portland, Ore. Read on for the details and registration information.
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Final USPAP changes announced
Posted Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
The Appraisal Standards Board has adopted final changes to the 2018-19 edition of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. This action began with the issuing of a discussion draft in January 2016, followed by three exposure drafts of proposed revisions, according to a press release from The Appraisal Foundation. Read on to learn more.
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New Collateral Underwriter update due
Posted Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
During the weekend of March 25, Fannie Mae will implement Collateral Underwriter Version 4.1. Read on for all of the details about the new update and how it will affect you.
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Are Realtors pressuring you?
Posted Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
There is a notion that regulators should pay more attention to real estate agents than pressuring appraisers to reach a certain value listed in their reports. One appraisal CEO recently addressed this topic. Read on to learn more.
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Nebraska license law puts assessor under fire
Posted Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
Nebraska state law does not require licenses for everyone on an assessor’s team, even though they visit properties. Eight members of one county assessor’s office do not have real estate or appraisal licenses, and the office has come under fire for its work. Read on to learn more.
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Valuation firm’s services nationwide
Posted Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
Valuation Management Group announces its registration in Iowa, the latest state to require licensing of appraisal management companies. Read on to learn more.
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Texas appraisal district website hacked
Posted Date: Monday, February 27, 2017
The Travis Central Appraisal District confirmed that its website is being targeted by a hacker or hackers, preventing users from being able to access the public site. Read on to learn more details.
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