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Special Reports
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Posted Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2017
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Few years in recent memory are as uncertain, or filled with potential, as 2017 is. October Research, LLC's annual State of the Industry report provides an independent look at this year's economic and regulatory landscape from the perspective of title and settlement services providers, lenders, appraisers and real estate professionals. Sponsored by RynohLive, download the free 20-page special report today to learn what industry leaders expect in 2017 and what you should do to prepare for the evolving legislative and regulatory landscape.
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Posted Date: Monday, November 21, 2016
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Valuation Review’s 2016 Appraisal Technology special report examines how the appraisal industry continues to look to improve efficiency and turntimes, with technology at the heart of the work being done.
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Posted Date: Wednesday, October 26, 2016
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Valuation Review’s sixth annual Voice of the Appraiser special report spans the country in providing an exclusive look into what is happening in the appraisal industry. More than 1,100 industry participants representing all 50 states, plus Guam and Puerto Rico, provided an honest and comprehensive look at the valuation landscape.
Thanks to our sponsor Landy Insurance Agency, the Voice of the Appraiser special report is available as a free download.
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Posted Date: Thursday, July 21, 2016
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October Research, LLC’s CFPB Anniversary special report examines how the bureau has changed the relationships between parties in the mortgage transaction and what the CFPB's next moves may be. Thanks to co-sponsors Stewart Title Agency Services and RedVision, the report is available to you as a free download.
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Posted Date: Wednesday, June 29, 2016
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Valuation Review’s Making the Move to Commercial Special Report examines the opportunities for residential appraisers to expand your business into the commercial space. Thanks to sponsor Metro-West Appraisal, this report is available as a free download!
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Posted Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
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The State of the Industry special report provides an independent look at 2016’s economic and regulatory landscape from the perspective of title and settlement services providers, lenders, appraisers and real estate professionals. Sponsored by WINDWARD Consulting | Software - ResWare, download the free special report today to learn what industry leaders expect in 2016 and what you should do to prepare for the evolving legislative and regulatory landscape.
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Posted Date: Monday, December 07, 2015
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Valuation Review's Case Law Year in Review Special Report presents an in-depth look at significant cases from 2015 and their effects within the appraisal and valuation space. Courtrooms became the place to settle disputes over pressure appraisers felt to inflate values, defend impartiality and engage in mortgage fraud. The subscriber-only special report provides insights and updates on these cases, along with compliance lessons learned.
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Posted Date: Monday, October 12, 2015
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Valuation Review's fifth annual appraisal industry survey results are in. With the help of more than 1,100 industry participants, this report provides an honest and comprehensive look across the valuation landscape. The responses are anonymous, honest and provide an exclusive look into what is happening in the appraisal industry and what to prepare for in the future.
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Posted Date: Thursday, July 23, 2015
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October Research, LLC’s special report takes a look back at the growth of the bureau, charting where the agency has come since its beginnings and where it is looking to go in the future. Thanks to sponsors RedVision and Stewart, the CFPB Anniversary special report is available as a free download.
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Posted Date: Thursday, June 25, 2015
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In the new Appraisal Technology Report, Valuation Review shows you how technology and solutions can improve your job efficiency, meet compliance needs, and navigate the growing world of Big Data.
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Posted Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
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The State of the Industry special report, produced by October Research, LLC and sponsored by WINDWARD Consulting | Software - ResWare, provides an independent look into how the economic and regulatory landscape in 2015 will affect lenders, underwriters, title agents, appraisers, escrow officers, settlement services providers and more.
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Posted Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2014
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Valuation Review’s Case Law Yearly Recap takes an in-depth look at the significant appraiser-related cases of 2014 and how they played out in court. Designed to provide insight into how one courtroom decision can make or break an appraiser’s career, illustrate how a well-supported valuation can protect an appraiser and highlight the risks of on-the-job mistakes.
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Posted Date: Monday, October 13, 2014
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Valuation Review's fourth annual appraisal industry survey results are in. With the help of more than 1,500 industry participants, the 2014 Voice of the Appraiser has been our largest survey to date. The responses are anonymous, honest and provide a comprehensive look at the opinions of professionals. The results show a variety of pressing issues and provide insight into the current climate across the valuation landscape.
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Posted Date: Monday, June 02, 2014
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In our new Appraisal Technology Report, Valuation Review will show you how implementing mobile tools can be used to increase efficiency, help you remain compliant and save time without it being a daunting or costly undertaking.
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Posted Date: Monday, January 13, 2014
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October Research and presenting sponsor WINDWARD / RESWARE have teamed up to produce the 2014 State of the Industry, an in-depth report that takes a look at how the economic and regulatory landscape will impact lenders, underwriters, title agents, appraisers, escrow officers, settlement services providers and more.
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Posted Date: Monday, October 28, 2013
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October Research and presenting sponsors Landy and McKissock have teamed up to produce the 2013 Voice of the Appraiser, an in-depth survey of over 1,400 valuation professionals across the country.
Download the survey today to dig into the numbers and what experts across the industry have to say about this year's input.
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Posted Date: Monday, June 10, 2013
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The 2013 Appraisal Technology Report will tackle the rise of appraisal technology, the growing adoption of mobile apps, predictive analytics, property identification, automated valuation models (AVMs) and beyond.
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Posted Date: Tuesday, January 08, 2013
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October Research and presenting sponsor Windward have teamed up to produce the 2013 State of the Industry Report, an in-depth report that takes a look at how the economic and regulatory landscape will impact Realtors, lenders, homebuilders, title agents, appraisers, escrow officers and more.
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Posted Date: Monday, November 05, 2012
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October Research and presenting sponsor Landy have teamed up to produce the 2012 Voice of the Appraiser Survey, an in-depth survey of over 1,000 valuation professionals across the country.
Download the survey today to dig into the numbers and what experts across the industry have to say about this year's input.
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Posted Date: Monday, August 27, 2012
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Valuation Review and presenting sponsor ACI have teamed up to bring you this exclusive special edition: App-raising: Exploring the technology driving today's appraisal industry.
From the role of computer automation in appraisal review and a UAD update to mobile appraising apps and the impact of technology on appraisers, AMCs and lenders, Valuation Review leaves no technology link to the appraisal industry unclicked.
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Posted Date: Sunday, January 01, 2012
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October Research, publisher of Valuation Review, and presenting sponsor Windward/ResWare have teamed up to produce the third annual State of the Industry Report, October Research’s most requested special report each year. This 20-page report takes a look at each aspect of the real estate, mortgage and settlement services industry through an aggregation of stories, interviews and data brought together by the October Research staff.
We hope you enjoy this special free PDF version of the 2012 State of the Industry Report.
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Posted Date: Monday, November 07, 2011
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Appraisers are fighting an uphill battle. They struggle against poor industry practices, federal regulations and even each other. One appraiser alone cannot combat all the issues that threaten his or her business, but together appraisers can raise their collective voices to make their opinions heard. That's why Valuation Review brings you the 2011 Voice of the Appraiser survey.
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Posted Date: Monday, January 31, 2011
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October Research and presenting sponsor ResWare/Windward have teamed up to produce the most comprehensive look at the industries we serve. We gathered the most respected and knowledgeable experts to look at each aspect of the real estate, mortgage and settlement services fields. |
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Posted Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2010
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Understanding the Interim Final Rule outlines changes appraisers will see under the Federal Reserve Board’s Interim Final Rule, highlights industry reaction to the rule and details the research gathered in its creation.
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Do you think the inclusion of more AMCs to appraiser organizations would be a benefit or not? Why? Your Comments:
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