According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency, a new report revealed that appraisers underutilize time adjustments for local house price growth, but what does this mean for the industry?
Read More »U.S. Home Appraisals Slide YoY in Q3
An analysis of data by the FHFA of Uniform Appraisal Dataset Aggregate Statistics for the third quarter has found a year-over-year decline in the total number of U.S. home appraisals.
Read More »Opportunity Amid Adversity
Jim Albertelli of Voxtur explains four ways the industry can collectively drive innovation and change during these leaner times.
Read More »FHFA Releases Q3 2022 UAD Aggregate Statistics
The FHFA recently published its Q3 2022 data for the Uniform Appraisal Data Aggregate Statistics Data File. The agency also launched the new UAD Aggregate Statistics Top 100 Metro Areas Dashboard, which displays the statistics through customized maps and charts.
Read More »Webinar Spotlight: Experts Discuss Servicing, Loss Mit, and More
Five Star gives thanks for the subject-matter experts who have headlined our 2022 lineup of webinars. Check out some of the recent highlights.
Read More »New Bill to Accelerate the Processing of VA Loans
The passage of HR 7735 will ease the barriers faced by veterans in obtaining an appraisal on a VA loan, evening the playing field in a competitive housing marketplace.
Read More »Rep. Waters Pushes Further Prevention of Appraisal Discrimination
Chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee reaches out to PAVE Co-Chairs seeking action plan and timeline implementation of each action.
Read More »LRES Promotes Martha Zamora to Director, Assignment
In her new role, 25-year industry veteran will oversee multiple assignment teams at LRES.
Read More »A Keen Eye
It’s critical to correctly value distressed assets as they come out of foreclosure. Ken Dicks, Director of Appraisal Compliance & Initiatives for Reggora, shares his perspective with DS News this month.
Read More »The Value of Valuations: What’s It Worth?
Evolving technology, updated systems, and the impact of natural disasters are all changing the way many handle appraisals. What’s next for the industry as 2020 approaches?
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