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  Veteran appraiser reminds everyone ‘mastering the basics’ is essentialWednesday, June 22, 2022 Valuation Review reached out to appraiser Matt Simmons, who in his article “Don’t Start Driving Until You Know Where You’re Going,” shared some of the ignored basics for appraisal success.
“Flashy” upgrades to one’s skills won’t matter if the foundation of work isn’t solid, he points out.
Read on to learn more of what Simmons had to say. |
 Zillow: Economists say hot housing market ‘not a bubble’Wednesday, June 22, 2022 As home prices continue to break records, a panel of housing experts and economists surveyed by Zillow does not believe the market is in a bubble.
The latest Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey polled more than 100 experts from academia, government and the private sector to gather their opinions on the state of the housing market and future growth, inflation forecasts and recession risks.
Read on for more from this report. |
 CLARIFIRE, Boston National Title, collaborateWednesday, June 22, 2022 Boston National Title Agency recently announced a strategic alliance with CLARIFIRE, a workflow automation and seamless servicing company.
Servicers already rely on CLARIFIRE to streamline workflow and workout processes.
Read on for more information about this collaborative effort. |
NAR, Urban Institute call for more inclusive access to homeownershipWednesday, June 22, 2022 The National Association of Realtors and the Urban Institute hosted a policy forum at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. to discuss reforming mortgage finance. Talks also included other policies to make homeownership more accessible to underserved communities.
Industry reacts to Thompson FHFA confirmationWednesday, June 22, 2022 The National Association of Realtors praised the Senate’s decision to pave the way for acting Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Sandra Thompson to become the agency’s permanent leader. Thompson had been acting director since June 2021. She previously served as the deputy director of the FHFA Division of Housing Mission and Goals since 2013.
NAHREP: White House’s Housing Supply Action Plan will help LatinosWednesday, June 22, 2022 The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) announced it supports President Joe Biden’s Housing Supply Action Plan. The plan addresses the ongoing housing supply shortage and sets a national strategy to close the housing supply gap in five years.
 California appraiser addresses report errorsMonday, June 20, 2022 Valuation Review reached out to Mark Buhler, a certified residential real estate appraiser who shared views from his article “Five Common Issues Found in Appraisal Reports.”
Buhler highlighted some of the levels where reports are heavily scrutinized.
Read on for more of what he had to say.
 BBG expands Sun Belt region Monday, June 20, 2022 BBG recently expanded its presence in the Sun Belt region with the acquisition of Florida and Texas appraisal firms.
Terms of the acquisitions were not disclosed.
Read on to learn more.
 Industry leaders join Appraisal LogisticsMonday, June 20, 2022 Appraisal Logistics, a provider of appraisal management technology and compliance solutions for the residential/commercial mortgage industry, announced that Nicholas Turansky has joined the company as national account director.
Anthony Savala has joined the company, as well, serving as senior vice president of sales.
Read on for more information about these appointments.
CUNA supports HUD’s modification’ proposalMonday, June 20, 2022 The Credit Union National Association said it strongly supports the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) proposal to increase the term limit for modification of Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage loans to 40 years. HUD’s current regulations stipulate FHA loan servicers may modify a loan for a term of no more than 30 years.
PenFed Credit Union offering-backed loansMonday, June 20, 2022 PenFed Credit Union furthered its commitment to help more of its members become homeowners by offering Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans. In April, PenFed received direct endorsement authority to originate FHA loans from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Best, worst places to raise a family revealedMonday, June 20, 2022 A survey reported nearly 32 percent of people moved last year citing being closer to family as the main reason. The personal-finance website WalletHub recently released its report on 2022’s “Best and Worst Places to Raise a Family.”
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