Tag Archives: alternative valuations

HousingWire Lunch & Learn: Appraisal Modernization

Friday, May 20 at 12pm CT

 

We Need Long-Term Solutions, Including Adoption of Tech for Appraiser Shortages

  The GSE approval of appraisal waivers last year helped during a demanding market but it only solves one part of the overall problem. Join Accurate Group’s Frank Guarnera, M&T Bank’s Mike McClintock... Read more

3 Takeaways from CBA Live 2022

Industry leaders gathered recently at the 13th annual CBA LIVE for three days of discussion on challenges, trends and innovations impacting home equity lending. With home values continuing to skyrocket, modernization continues to be key in gaining market share. Below we highlight three important takeaways from this year’s conference that we expect to make an impact... Read more

Desktop Appraisals Are Here to Stay – FHFA Announces

Are you keeping up with the digital mortgage industry?

Big news came on desktop appraisals came out of the 2021 Mortgage Bankers Association Annual Convention and Expo. Sandra Thompson, acting director of the FHFA, announced Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will permanently allow desktop appraisals to be conducted remotely. Desktop appraisals and hybrid appraisals (desktop +... Read more