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  Hackers break into CoreLogic product databaseMonday, March 18, 2019 CoreLogic, Inc. filed a lawsuit about an alleged hacking into a property information database it sells called “Risk Meter,” sold primarily to insurers. Hackers broke in and apparently stole the data as well as user information. Read on to learn more about the suit.
 Assessed value, appraised value differs-Part IIMonday, March 18, 2019 Valuation Review continues its conversation with GeoData Plus President Erik Wind, who emphasizes when it comes to the determining of a home’s value, it all comes down to the scope of work. Wind discusses a few other things appraisers may need to know pertaining to tax assessments. Read Part II to find out more.
 CBRE acquires Florida valuation companyMonday, March 18, 2019 CBRE Group, Inc. announced the acquisition of Florida Valuation Group, Inc. This is a commercial real estate appraisal firm that specializes in right-of-way appraisal and litigation support related to eminent domain proceedings across Florida and the Southeast. Read on to learn more about the acquisition.
Class Valuation invests in home digitization Monday, March 18, 2019 Class Valuation announced that they have made an equity investment in and are partnering with InsideMaps, a technology company using computer vision to lead innovation within the valuation and mortgage space. Read on to learn more.
Ellie: Millennials took advantage of lower rate to refinance Monday, March 18, 2019 Millennial homebuyers took advantage of slightly lower interest rates in January to refinance their mortgages. Refinances by millennial borrowers accounted for 13 percent of all closed loans, the highest percentage since February 2018, according to the latest Ellie Mae Millennial Tracker. Read on to learn more from this report.
TAF board applications near deadlineMonday, March 18, 2019 The Appraisal Foundation reminded potential candidates that applications for the Board of Trustees are due March 25. Read on for more details.
 Breach a reminder of appraisal companies’ vulnerabilityWednesday, March 13, 2019 LandMark White, one of the largest appraisal firms in Australia, had a data breach where thousands of appraisals were spilled onto the Internet. Such a breach can destroy appraisal businesses and AMCs, making this matter highly relevant in that such an electronic mishap can easily find its way towards American companies. Read on for all the details.
 Dive in to data helping handle assessmentsWednesday, March 13, 2019 Property data is a very important component used by practitioners and companies that work to reduce the assessed value of property owners. Valuation Review reached out to GeoData Plus President Erik Wind, whose company provides nationwide property data that includes taxes and assessments, for detailed and valuable information on using the information in the assessment process. Read on to find out what he told us.
 Commercial company expanding teamWednesday, March 13, 2019 BBG continues to expand its staff. The company announced that a respected industry veteran has joined the team as executive managing director. Read on to find out who gets the appointment of this commercial real estate company.
Freddie: February Forecast sees modest growth Wednesday, March 13, 2019 According to Freddie Mac’s February Forecast, the mortgage market is expected to see modest growth in 2019 buoyed by lower mortgage interest rates. Read on to learn more from this report.
NVS, Anow combine technology to assist appraisersWednesday, March 13, 2019 Nations Valuation Services (NVS) announced the integration of NVS’ proprietary management system, AppraisalTRAX, with appraisal software from Anow. Read on to learn how this partnership can simplify the way real estate appraisers manage their businesses.
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