Appraiser News

Bradford Technologies Chief Valuation Officer Bill King expressed his views on price versus value, and by extension, cost as well, at this year’s virtual Valuation 20/20 conference.

King noted that this might seem somewhat elementary at first glance, but it is good practice for appraisers to revisit foundational concepts they rely on.

Read on for more of what Valuation Review learned from King’s presentation.

Cannae Holdings, Inc. and Senator Investment Group, LP issued an open letter to CoreLogic shareholders.

The companies announced they have initiated the process to call a special meeting of shareholders to elect nine independent and highly accomplished directors to the CoreLogic board of directors.

Read on to learn more of what the intended buyers said in their letter to shareholders.

The Appraisal Institute (AI) sent a letter urging swift passage of the Portal for Appraisal Licensing Act of 2020 in the 116th Congress.

This legislation would amend the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 to establish a portal for appraisal credentialing and AMC registration information, and for other purposes.

Read on to learn more of what AI’s letter said.

In response to COVID-19, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have provided temporary guidance to appraisers on several policy areas, as well as new FAQs providing additional information on the temporary policies. Read on for the latest updated questions with answers to assist the appraiser.

How can appraisers protect themselves during these difficult times?

Attorney Peter Christensen outlines specific market issues affected by COVID-19 that appraisers need to pay attention to for claims made during the pandemic.

Read on to learn more.

Walker & Dunlop, Inc. and GeoPhy released the expansion of their multifamily appraisal business, Apprise, with the addition of two individuals. Read on to learn who is joining the company and how these hires enhance its appraisal business.

Attorney Peter Christensen addressed liability issues appraisers need to be aware of as assignments move forward during the country’s pandemic conditions.

What should concern appraisers?

Read on to find out what Valuation Review learned from his presentation at the virtual Valuation 20/20 conference.

LRES Corp. has expanded its commercial services offering by adding an industry expert to the team. Read on to learn who this is and how the move it expands upon LRES’ commercial valuation services.

With drive-by and desktop appraisals now becoming the norm, photographic fraud relating to interior inspections can become an issue for appraisers.

Genworth Mortgage Insurance Chief Appraiser Adam Johnston told Valuation Review what specifics appraisers should be on the lookout for.

Read on to learn more of our conversation.

Clear Capital Chief Appraiser John Brenan shared the conflicts appraisers have as to how they conduct business during times of enormous change.

At times, Brenan said, these decisions are not easy.

Read on to learn more.