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Appraisers talk rural life
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Is becoming a rural appraiser more enticing to those looking to break into the profession? Valuation Review reached out to a pair of experts who discuss what one can expect from appraisal life in rural communities. Read on to find out what they told us.
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Veterans have impact on valuation
Posted Date: Monday, May 8, 2017
Valuation Review caught up with retiring veteran appraiser Gerald Kifer at the 2017 Valuation Expo in Orlando, Fla., for his thoughts on veterans and the appraisal industry. Read on to hear what he told us.
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Hummel: Appraisers paid for analysis, not data gathering
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
First American Mortgage Solutions’ Alan Hummel returns to address other key topics in valuation, from mortgage and lending value to leveraging property data provided by third parties. Read on to find out more.
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Appraisers oppose California bill
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
On April 10, three appraisal trade associations sent a letter to the chairman of the California Senate’s Standing Committee on Business, Professions and Economic Development to voice opposition to a recent Senate bill. Read on to learn more.
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Presidential order impacts rural appraisers
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order that featured ways to deregulate rural and agricultural areas, making things better for farmers and rural residents. The economic reviews concerning things such as rural housing under USDA programs will have impact on appraisers. Read on to learn more.
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Does a fourth approach to value exist?
Posted Date: Monday, May 15, 2017
Real estate appraisers may not be so open to value options beyond market, cost and income. A fourth scenario to consider might be well worth the appraiser’s time. Valuation Review reached out to Dustin Harris (“The Appraiser Coach”) for his thoughts on this matter. Read on to find out what he had to say.
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LRES releases whitepaper
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
LRES announced that it now offers a free whitepaper, “Effective Communication with Lenders to Alleviate Problems Caused by Appraisal Shortages,” the company announced. Read on for more details.
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Updated USPAP business valuation course released
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
The American Society of Appraisers announced the release of its OnDemand 15-Hour Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Update course specifically related to business valuation. Read on to learn more.
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Ohio college expands courses for real estate students
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
An Ohio college is offering online real estate pre-licensing courses for students looking to become licensed real estate professionals, according to the release. Read on to learn more.
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Company taps another ex-Fannie veteran
Posted Date: Monday, May 8, 2017
A former Fannie Mae manager and loan quality and fraud expert has joined The StoneHill Group. Read on to find out more about this new hire.
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AI: Lower-cost home renovations offer best value
Posted Date: Monday, May 1, 2017
The Appraisal Institute is suggesting homeowners pursue smaller-scale renovation projects to maximize their potential return on investment. Read on to learn more.
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Zillow sued over ‘incorrect’ Zestimate
Posted Date: Monday, May 15, 2017
An Illinois homeowner is suing Zillow for what has been described as both a sloppy and inaccurate appraisal. But was it an actual appraisal of the property? Does Zillow have responsibility for the impact of its Zestimate on property market value? Read on for more details about this case.
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Bipartisan legislation for commercial loans getting support
Posted Date: Monday, May 15, 2017
Bipartisan legislation introduced by Rep. Robert Pittenger (R-N.C.) and Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) would help clarify and reform the Basel III High Volatility Commercial Real Estate (HVCRE) Rule, which is negatively affecting certain commercial real estate loans and impairing economic growth, according to a release from Real Estate Roundtable. Read on to learn more.
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ICBA supports rural lending bill
Posted Date: Monday, May 15, 2017
The Independent Community Bankers of America shared its approval for legislation to support farmers, ranchers and rural homeowners by providing tax relief for agricultural and rural residential lending. Read on to learn more details.
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Partnership gives Ellie Mae users access to technology
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Ernst Publishing Co. has released information from a customer study showing that users of Ellie Mae’s loan origination technology are taking advantage of the company’s custom title solutions more than initially anticipated, the company announced. Read on to learn more.
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CoreLogic launches valuation monitoring
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
CoreLogic announced the introduction of its “Total Home Value for Portfolio Monitoring” solution. Read on to learn more about this product and how it relates to automated valuation models.
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Know what’s expected of you
Posted Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Valuation Review spoke with Dwellworks Chief Review Appraiser Bill Rudolph on how appraisers can make working with appraisal management companies and lenders a little easier. In Part II of this story, Rudolph examines areas that should be on every appraiser’s radar. Read on to learn more.
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NS3: Industry standouts rewarded with OR awards
Posted Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2017
For the sixth year, October Research, LLC, presented its annual awards for leadership, innovation and philanthropy, with some of the brightest stars in the title industry recognized for their efforts. The awards were presented by CEO and Publisher Erica Meyer at the 13th annual National Settlement Services Summit (NS3) in San Antonio. Read on to find out who took home the hardware this year.
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Powerhouse lineup takes to NS3 stage this week
Posted Date: Monday, June 5, 2017
With the most distinguished group of speakers set to take the stage over three days, the 13th annual National Settlement Services Summit (NS3) makes its first appearance in the great state of Texas this week. Read on for details about the program that is At The Center of the real estate transaction today.
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FTC cites Louisiana board for improper C&R oversight
Posted Date: Wednesday, May 31, 2017
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a complaint against the Louisiana Real Estate Appraisers Board, alleging that the group is unreasonably restraining price competition for appraisal services in Louisiana, and exceeding the mandate on providing for customary and reasonable fees set forth in the Dodd-Frank Act. Read on for more details and the board’s response.
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