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Changing retail landscapes presents challenges
Posted Date: Monday, August 21, 2017
As retailers look to stay competitive with ecommerce, appraisers need to be aware of the changes in the process that are changing the values of commercial property. Valuation Review spoke with two industry veterans who addressed how these changes affect the valuation and what the appraiser needs to know. Read on to learn more about what they told us.
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Training appraisers still challenging, veterans say
Posted Date: Monday, August 14, 2017
Are individuals in the valuation profession still fearful that training new appraisers is tantamount to extending invitations to steal business away? Valuation Review reached out to veteran appraisers Robert B. Morrison (Morrison Valuation and Forensic Services, LLC) and Tony Pistilli (Pacific Union) for their thoughts on this topic and a few others of importance to appraisers. Read on to find out what they told us.
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Is there a USPAP Advisory Opinion 20 controversy?
Posted Date: Monday, August 14, 2017
Appraisers are more than familiar with the guidelines surrounding the Uniform Standard of Professional Appraisal Practice and Standard 3. Is there clarity, though, regarding Advisory Opinion 20? At the 2017 International Valuation Conference in Ottawa, Ont., veteran appraiser Lisa Kimbro discussed this matter. Read on to find out more.
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Green expert discusses what’s new in residential construction
Posted Date: Monday, August 14, 2017
LEED Green Associate Sandra Adomatis addressed an audience at the 2017 International Valuation Conference in Ottawa, Ontario, outlining what appraisers can look for regarding what’s new in residential construction. Valuation Review reached out to Adomatis for additional details on this subject. Read on to learn what she shared with us.
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CoreLogic touts strength of valuation group
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
In discussing its second quarter earnings, CoreLogic touted its recent acquisition of Mercury Network, along with the growth and potential for its valuation services group. Just how big does CoreLogic think its valuation group can become? Read on for the details.
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Commercial Corner: Broker talks specific issues
Posted Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Valuation Review reached out to Richard Gallegos, a commercial real estate broker, for some thoughts on a few commercial appraising matters. Read on to find out what he had to say.
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AMC partners with mortgage cooperative
Posted Date: Monday, July 24, 2017
Pendo announced a strategic partnership with The Mortgage Collaborative’s preferred partner network to provide appraisal management services to the organization’s 112 lender members. Read on to learn more about this partnership.
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ValuAmerica acquires company
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
A technology valuation service company has acquired an independent escrow company. Read on to find out more about this partnership.
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Quicken Loans facing class-action suits over appraised values
Posted Date: Monday, August 21, 2017
A pair of West Virginia law firms won a federal case against Quicken Loans based on allegations the lender unlawfully suggested home values to appraisers. Read on to learn more about the case, including reaction from Quicken Loans.
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NAMB: Low inventory cited as top obstacle for homebuyers
Posted Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
The National Association of Mortgage Professionals announced the results of its monthly member survey pertaining to challenges for homebuyers and results were determined regarding appraisal turn times. Read on to learn more from this report.
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What’s in a name? A lot when it comes to value, Zillow says
Posted Date: Monday, July 24, 2017
The names Stuart and Alison are among the top names of homeowners with the most valuable homes in the country, according to an analysis by Zillow. Read on to learn more and find out where your name may appear.
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LoanCare signs renewal with Black Knight
Posted Date: Monday, August 21, 2017
Black Knight Financial Services, Inc. announced that LoanCare has signed a seven-year renewal to continue using Black Knight’s LoanSphere MSP. Read on for more details about this merger.
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ASB announces October meeting
Posted Date: Monday, September 18, 2017
The Appraisal Standards Board announced its upcoming public meeting next month in Washington, D.C., where input will be solicited on the future presentation of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. Read on for more information and how to register for this meeting.
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C&R fees a ‘sensitive’ topic, chief appraiser says
Posted Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Valuation Review concludes its interview with veteran appraiser Mark Skapinetz, a chief appraiser.
He weighs in on more appraisal topics including his stance on customary and reasonable fees, and other matters pertinent to the industry.
Read Part II of this story for more of his thoughts.
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Clayton introduces security solution
Posted Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Clayton Holdings announced that it is offering a comprehensive securitization readiness solution for non-agency assets. Read on to learn more details.
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LoanLogics welcomes new board member
Posted Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017
LoanLogics announced Cary Burch has joined the company's board of directors. Read on for more information about this new hire and what his role will be with the company.
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ASA joint conferences will go on
Posted Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017
The American Society of Appraisers joint 2017 Advanced Business Valuation and International Appraisers Conferences, to be held October 7-10 in Houston, Texas, will go on as planned in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Read on for more details and hear from the organization’s international president.
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AI book gives green value tips
Posted Date: Monday, September 11, 2017
Commercial real estate appraisers must have a thorough knowledge and a clear understanding of terms and concepts relating to green property characteristics.
The Appraisal Institute has published a book to help appraisers with this process.
Read on to learn more information and receive the guidance on "green" appraisers need to know.
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