Appraisal
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What Is Highest and Best Use in Appraisal? (Updated for UAD 3.6)
When determining property value, one of the most critical concepts in real estate appraisal is highest and best…
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7 Considerations for a Restricted Appraisal Report
In reporting the results of a real property appraisal assignment, you must use one of the two written…
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21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
What the New Law Means for Appraisers For years, state-licensed residential appraisers have largely been excluded from FHA…
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What is the Cost Approach to Real Estate Appraisal?
The cost approach to real estate appraisal asks a simple question: what would it cost to build a…
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Summary of Proposed Changes to HUD Handbook 4000.1 – September 2026
On September 22, 2026, HUD announced proposed policy revisions to Handbook 4000.1, and posted these proposed revisions on…
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GSEs Announce UAD 3.6 Deadline Exception for Certain Lenders
Today, September 30, 2026, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a temporary, one-time policy exception for Sellers that…
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The Full Measure: September 2026 Housing Market Insights for Appraisers
The market is still moving. But with mortgage rates around 7%, the monthly payment is playing a bigger…
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What Is an Appraisal? The Appraiser’s Definition
If you’re exploring new career opportunities and have looked at becoming a real estate appraiser, one of the…
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Essential Mobile Apps and Digital Tools for Appraisers in 2026
The appraisal profession is becoming increasingly digital. Mobile devices, cloud-based platforms, workflow automation, and data-driven reporting tools are…
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The Full Measure: August 2026 Housing Market Update
The housing market is not one market. It is a collection of local markets moving at different speeds,…
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How to Defend Adjustments in Appraisal Reports
When someone questions an adjustment, many appraisers respond, “It’s based on market data” or “my experience in the…
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Appraisal Software Tools to Consider in 2026
As appraisers prepare for UAD 3.6 and the redesigned Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR), technology decisions are receiving…
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The Full Measure: Midyear 2026 Economic Update for Appraisers
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10 Prospecting Tips to Generate More Real Estate Leads
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What Is Highest and Best Use in Appraisal? (Updated for UAD 3.6)
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Constructability Reviews: How to Close the Gap Between Design and Construction
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The Land Surveyor as Expert Witness: What to Expect in Court
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7 Considerations for a Restricted Appraisal Report
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How to Use AI in Real Estate: 5 Ways to Start This Week
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21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
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What is the Cost Approach to Real Estate Appraisal?
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Summary of Proposed Changes to HUD Handbook 4000.1 – September 2026
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GSEs Announce UAD 3.6 Deadline Exception for Certain Lenders
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The Full Measure: September 2026 Housing Market Insights for Appraisers
