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  ‘Eliminate wasted time,’ panel expert tells audience of appraisers-Part IIMonday, September 16, 2019 Appraisers running their own businesses have found that saving precious time requires the same amount of skill, precision and attention to detail associated with valuing property.
At the 2019 Appraisal Institute conference in Denver, appraisers heard more tips on how to make better use of time when completing their assignments.
Read Part II of this conference story for more appraisal guidance. |
 Appraisal bill passes with bipartisan supportMonday, September 16, 2019 The House overwhelmingly passed the Homebuyer Assistance Act of 2019.
The bill will make it easier for homebuyers to buy a home with a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage by addressing the current shortage of certified appraisers.
Read on to find out more details of this key bill, which has the support of most major appraisal trade associations. |
 Problem identification is foundation for appraisalsMonday, September 16, 2019 At the 2019 Appraisal Institute conference in Denver, a panel of experts tackled the topic of problem identification within the appraisal profession.
And like the old adage states, in order to solve problems, one has to be able to identify just what those problems are.
Read on to find out what the panel told the conference attendees in Denver. |
 IAAO outlines position on fee simple terminologyMonday, September 16, 2019 The International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) approved a position that the term fee simple is a property rights concept that does not mean vacant or unencumbered by a lease.
It also is not a value concept to be used interchangeably with market value.
Valuation Review reached out to a firm’s research director for his thoughts on the issue.
ASA responds to appellate decisionMonday, September 16, 2019 The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) believes that the Ninth Circuit decision affirming the Tax Court ruling in Kollsman v. Commissioner is correct both as a matter of law and of sound public policy. Read on to learn more and hear from the ASA president on this matter.
Appraisers can help themselves with new book, AI saysMonday, September 16, 2019 Appraisers who take on a variety of valuation assignments can manage the risks associated with their work by taking realistic, effective steps, according to a new book published by the Appraisal Institute. Read on to find out more.
iBuyers a new choice for sellers, but at what cost?Monday, September 16, 2019 iBuyers offer quicker closings for sellers who would like to avoid the uncertainty of knowing when and if their home will sell, according to an article written by co-authors Dr. Michael Sklarz and Dr. Norman Miller. Read on to learn what these experts had to say about buyers and sellers.
 Misconceptions abound with valuations and agencies-Part IIWednesday, September 11, 2019 Valuation Review, in Part II of its story from the 2019 Appraisal Institute conference in Denver on federal agencies and what must be delivered to the client, more panel members give details about requirements from the Department of the U.S. Navy and the Department of the Interior.
Learn more about the requirements and skills these agencies need from appraisers.
Read on for the conclusion.
 Panel speaks to highest and best use business practicesWednesday, September 11, 2019 Appraisers running their own businesses have found that such a task requires the same amount of skill, precision and attention to detail associated with valuing property.
Appraisers must establish what is the highest and best use of their time and apply such methodology to their practices. At the 2019 Appraisal Institute conference in Denver, Valuation Review heard from two industry experts who gave their thoughts on this matter.
Read on to find out what we were told.
 Food, beverage industry sees market growth Wednesday, September 11, 2019 A healthy appetite for food and beverage businesses continues to fuel significant growth in one of the hottest areas in the U.S. retail real estate sector.
This growth is evident, according to BBG, a leading due diligence commercial real estate firm.
Read on to learn more.
AI, Fannie join forcesWednesday, September 11, 2019 The Appraisal Institute (AI) is partnering with Fannie Mae to promote appraisal careers and to foster diversity in the valuation profession, AI announced in a press release. Read on to learn more.
Freddie: Low rates, strong labor market fueling growthWednesday, September 11, 2019 According to Freddie Mac’s August Forecast, mortgage originations will reach $2 trillion in 2019, driven by a surge of homeowners refinancing into a lower mortgage rate along with strong homebuyer demand. Read on to learn more from the Forecast.
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