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3 challenges to your business today
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2017
John Forsythe, vice president and director of valuations at First American Mortgage Solutions, addressed key issues appraisers must face and maneuver through during their daily assignments. Valuation Review spoke with Forsythe about these challenges. Read on to find out what he told us.
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AMC building better relationships with appraisers
Posted Date: Monday, July 10, 2017
Valuation Review spoke with two executives from the company Pendo who is taking a “personal” approach to establish productive working relationships with appraisers. Read on to find out what we were told.
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FTC comments on proposed appraiser legislation
Posted Date: Monday, July 10, 2017
The Federal Trade Commission has officially commented on the competitive impact of proposed legislation affecting compensation for real estate appraisers in North Carolina. Read on to learn more.
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Government agencies issue appraiser availability advisory
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Several federal agencies, including the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, expressed concerns over the limited availability of state-certified and -licensed appraisers, particularly in rural areas, at a hearing in Washington. Read on to learn of the recommendations made and other details from this hearing.
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ASA announces Orlando business valuer as international VP
Posted Date: Monday, July 10, 2017
The American Society of Appraisers announced the election of an Orlando-based valuer as its 2017-18 international vice president. Read on to learn the identity of this newly elected official and what specific goals will be addressed within the organization.
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Commercial Corner: Exec gives technical advice for appraisers
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Valuation Review reached out to Tom Armstrong, vice president of the product Narrative1 for ExactBid, for some insight on how commercial appraisers can do more work in less time as well as other matters affecting commercial appraisers. Read on to hear more of what he told us.
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LRES names VP of corporate administration
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2017
LRES announced its new vice president of corporate administration supporting the company’s strategic growth, schedule and corporate-wide initiatives. Read on to learn the identity of this new hire.
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AMC welcomes new executive to the team
Posted Date: Monday, July 10, 2017
Dwellworks, LLC announced a new hire regarding the position of Director of Business Development. Read on to learn who has joined the company.
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TAF seeking AQB, ASB candidates
Posted Date: Monday, July 17, 2017
The Appraisal Foundation has begun its annual search for qualified candidates to serve on the Appraiser Qualifications Board and the Appraisal Standards Board. Read on for more information and find out how to apply for a position.
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SLK Global’s tax service launches RETS
Posted Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2017
SLK Global Solutions announced that the company has launched a Real Estate Tax Servicing solution for the mortgage loan servicing industry catering to both commercial and residential portfolios. Read on to learn more.
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KeyStoneB2B launches lending automation technology
Posted Date: Monday, July 10, 2017
KeyStoneB2B has launched a full suite of lending process automation for ancillary product optimization. Valuation Review spoke with the KeystoneB2B team during the 2017 National Settlement Services Summit in San Antonio. Read on to learn more about this device and what it means for lenders and appraisers.
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Freddie Mac approves eClose360 for eMortgages
Posted Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2017
NotaryCam, Inc. announced that the company’s eClose360 online notary platform has been tested and approved by Freddie Mac for eMortgage origination. Read on to learn more.
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Newgen Software, ExactBid enter partnership
Posted Date: Monday, June 26, 2017
Newgen Software Inc. announces the integration of its Business Process Management based Commercial Lending Automation Solution with Real Estate Information Management System from ExactBid. Read on to learn more of what this merging means for both companies.
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Experts speak to the real value of green
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
At the 2017 International Valuation Conference in Ottawa, Ontario, a panel addressed the attendees on how to measure appraisal sustainability, how to value it and the importance of green properties. In Part II, Valuation Review reveals more insight from these experts. Read on to learn more.
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Freddie Mac issues July 2017 outlook
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Freddie Mac’s monthly Outlook for July said residential construction is falling behind the housing demand. Read on for more details from this report.
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Successful professional joins Mortgage Network
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Mortgage Network, Inc. has hired a seasoned professional with a history of increasing production to lead company’s growth. Read on to find out the identity of this company’s recent hire.
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Rekon Technologies promote executives
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Rekon Technologies has promoted three senior members of its team. Read on to learn who these individuals are and what this will mean for mortgage lenders moving forward.
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VeroFORECAST reporting strong market, especially out West
Posted Date: Monday, August 7, 2017
Veros Real Estate Solutions reported that residential market values will continue their overall upward trend during the next 12 months. Read on to learn more marketing numbers from this report.
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AQB examining feedback
Posted Date: Monday, August 7, 2017
For the last two years, the Appraiser Qualifications Board has been examining potential changes to the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria by way of the releasing of specific documents, public hearings and meetings as well as online briefings. Read on to learn of the recent board updates and the consensus by the public on these important matters for appraisers.
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Real estate outlet streamlining appraisal delivery
Posted Date: Monday, August 7, 2017
FCT announced it will integrate appraisal delivery and review services with the eServices plug-in from ACI. The eServices plug-in is a component within ACI’s Canadian Residential Appraisal Library. Read on to learn more.
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LoanLogics enhances LoanHD platform
Posted Date: Monday, August 7, 2017
LoanLogics has enhanced its LoanHD Loan Quality Management platform with an Audit Response Center. Read on to learn more details.
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Industry vet says second opinions promote growth
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017
At the 2017 National Settlement Services Summit in San Antonio, one expert addressed conference attendees with simple, yet successful methods for a well-oiled business machine. In Part II, Valuation Review outlines more of his professional business tips.
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Commercial Corner: Golf course cart paths can devalue condos
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Golf course condominiums located near cart paths, especially those close to tee boxes and putting greens; generally sell for lower prices than other golf course condos, according to an article published in The Appraisal Journal. Read on to learn more.
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FHA announces EAD updates
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017
The Federal Housing Administration recently released updates and announcements for appraisers regarding the usage of the Electronic Appraisal Delivery Portal, while addressing any challenges appraisers may be having. Read on to learn more.
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Training session registration deadline today
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
The Federal Housing Administration has announced an appraisal training session to take place in Fort Worth, Texas from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST on Aug. 4, 2017. The advanced registration deadline is today. Read on for more details and to register for this session.
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Battle intensifies over Louisiana C&R rules
Posted Date: Monday, July 24, 2017
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards signed an Executive Order on July 11, 2017 that would require the Louisiana Real Estate Appraisers Board to submit enforcement activity against AMCs over customary and reasonable fees, or proposed regulations on C&R fees, to the Division of Administrative Law or the Commission of Administration before enacting them. The action comes on the heels of the Federal Trade Commission filing a complaint against the LREAB over C&R fees and oversight. Valuation Review reached out to the particulars in this matter for insight.
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FHA announces training session
Posted Date: Monday, July 24, 2017
The Federal Housing Administration has announced an appraisal training session to take place in Fort Worth, Texas from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST on Aug. 4, 2017. Read on for more details and to register for this session.
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