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Property condition information that’s cloud-based – “Word cloud” based

Housing Wire

Unfortunately, the ability to obtain information on individual property data about these two factors is hard to come by, short of an interior physical inspection. This is why most automated valuation models (AVM) default to assessing “average” quality and condition. Realtor Comments Hold Vital Info.

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What ONE Appraisal Technology Tool Makes Your Life Easier?

McKissock

Technology is constantly changing the appraisal industry. Learning how to adopt—and adapt to—the new technologies can help you become more efficient and generate more income. To find out, we asked real estate appraisers, “What ONE technology tool makes your life easier as an appraiser?” Mapping technology (GPS, GIS).

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What permanent desktop appraisals mean for the industry

Housing Wire

COVID-19 brought many changes to the housing industry as stay-at-home orders forced companies in the space to re-think the mortgage process. The appraisal industry was no exception, creating hybrid or remote models to conduct an appraisal and home inspection without physically entering the home as COVID-19 cases rose.

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Must-Do Strategies for Appraisers to Compete in Today’s World

McKissock

Change is a part of life, and that is certainly evident in the appraisal industry. Statistics tell us that the average appraiser is between the ages of 55 and 60 years old, and no doubt, they’ve seen technology reshape the industry since their early days in the field. Be open to new technologies.

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4 Types of Real Estate Companies Sellers Should Know

Realty Biz

List in MLS Only For sellers who would like to save money potentially, there is the DIY option. Rather than using a full-service brokerage, you can hire a company that will do not much more than place your home in the MLS. Moreover, an MLS-only real estate company is responsible for accurately and comprehensively listing properties.

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Fannie Mae Announces Alternatives to the Traditional Appraisal

Broke Agent Media

Home appraisals have long been an issue of debate within the real estate industry. And many on both sides of the industry agree: the process is far from perfect. The first is value acceptance, which includes two new options for borrowers, both driven by data, models and technology. Best suited for purchase transactions.”

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The Power to Impress Clients in the Palm of Your Hand

RIS Media

The post-transaction period typically includes opening escrow, ordering title insurance, securing financing and home appraisals, getting a home inspection, closing the deal, and, ultimately, moving into the new home. – MLS search. Nick Gaede has been with Lone Wolf Technologies since 2013. But they only need one.

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