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Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, luxury homebuyers’ priorities have shifted from seeking out new experiences and adventures toward finding homes in markets that offer safety, more space, and well-being. Whether you’re looking to specialize in luxury appraisals or you’re simply reading up on the latest…
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly influenced the real estate market over the past year. Last month (March 2021) we asked appraisers across the U.S., “What type of appraisal has seen the MOST growth in demand in your local area due to COVID-19?” About two-thirds…
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The CFPB reverses several temporary pandemic flexibilities put in place last year to protect consumers. A record-breaking 39.2% of homes sold above list price in March, with San Jose, Sacramento, and Salt Lake City among the top real estate markets driving the all-time high.…
In 1980 I attended a new ERA Real Estate franchisee orientation in Kansas City. In my welcome tote bag was a cardboard slide rule type device called a Home-Rule®, subtitled “Residential Real Estate Sales Price Computer.” How did the Home-Rule work? Back then “computer”…
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On Wednesday, April 7, 2021, McKissock Learning is hosting a FREE one-hour, non-credit Pro-Series webinar titled “The Appraisal Foundation 2021 Q2 Update.” Participate in this Q&A session with Lisa Desmarais, Vice President, Appraisal Issues with The Appraisal Foundation (TAF). Hear about proposed changes to…
FHFA extends relaxed lending and appraisal standards to the end of April. A record-breaking 36% of homes sold above list price in February, due to historic homebuyer competition. Housing is expected to remain resilient despite low inventory, with accelerated U.S. economic growth predicted this…
If you ask appraisers to provide examples of complex appraisal assignments, many will focus on commercial or mixed-use properties or two- to four-family properties. However, many single-family home appraisals are considered complex assignments. Below, we provide the definition of a complex property and dig…
On Wednesday, March 24, 2021, McKissock Learning is hosting a FREE one-hour, non-credit Pro-Series webinar titled “Fannie Mae Q1 2021 Appraisal Update.” In this special interactive webinar, Fannie Mae’s Collateral Policy Team will share policy updates impacting appraisers, dispel some common myths pertaining to…
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