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4 Key Disclosures and Disclaimers for Hybrid Appraisal Reports
There are numerous items to consider when deciding whether to accept or complete a hybrid or bifurcated appraisal…
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Top Appraisal Skills to Sharpen in 2021
What New Year’s goals do you have for your appraisal business? Last month we asked our community…
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Bifurcated Appraisal: An Enhanced Desktop Appraisal
There are many articles, blogs, and opinion papers that either support or reject bifurcated and hybrid appraisals, which…
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The Most Challenging Part of the Appraisal Process
Previously, we asked our real estate appraisal community, “What’s your favorite part of the appraisal process?” The…
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The 3 Characteristics of a Reliable Data Source
As a real estate appraiser, there are numerous data types and sources available that you could use to…
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How Are Appraisal Complaints Enforced?
Disciplinary complaints against appraisers have become more frequent over the last several years. Of course, not all appraisal…
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FAQs About Fannie Mae’s Collateral Underwriter Program
Fannie Mae’s Collateral Underwriter (CU) program is intended to give lenders access to the same appraisal analytics that…
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Stress Management Tips and Other Resources for Overworked Appraisers
Real estate appraisers are no strangers to work stress. Many own their own businesses and work for themselves…
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Q&A: Fannie Mae and the Cost Approach
We often receive questions from appraisers regarding Fannie Mae and the cost approach. For example: “I’m appraising a…
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Disclosure Example: Jurisdictional Exception Rule
The JURISDICTIONAL EXCEPTION RULE is intended as a “saving clause” which preserves the balance of USPAP if a…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Non Lender Appraisal Work
Looking for ways to grow your appraisal business? Non lender appraisal work offers an opportunity to diversify your…
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Why These 3 Home Features Are the Most Challenging to Appraise
As an appraiser, you’re not always dealing with straightforward, cookie-cutter houses. Many properties have certain features that make…