Appraisals
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Feature: The Appraisal Problem
Jan 17, 2013In the appraisal world, it’s no secret that the industry is facing a drastic decline in its workforce, and as the number of certified residential appraisers continues to dwindle, HECM lenders are feeling the pressure. Already lenders are seeing higher fees and longer turnaround times, and some are complaining about a lack of quality as stressed appraisers struggle to meet increasing demand.A closer look at the issues currently facing the appraisal sector reveals a slew of deep-seated problems that are seriously stressing its workforce. For reverse mortgage lenders that rely on quality appraisals to close their loans, these issues are
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Solidifi and Kirchmeyer join forces
Jan 07, 2013 -
Appraisers rush to repeat work in Hurricane Sandy aftermath
Nov 01, 2012 -
Appraising: Confused and Misunderstood
Oct 05, 2012 -
Appraising: Reliable Valuations
Sep 25, 2012 -
Studies find home prices and crime rates not greatly impacted by foreclosures
Aug 24, 2012 -
Regulators outline proposed rule for appraisals on high-risk loans
Aug 15, 2012 -
Appraising: Perspective
Jul 19, 2012 -
Appraisal complaint hotline due by end of year
Jul 02, 2012 -
AMC supervision slips through the cracks: GAO
Jun 28, 2012 -
Appraising: Competency: More Than Just Geographic
Jun 19, 2012 -
Licensed appraisers in Mass. shrink 39% since 2007
Jun 08, 2012
