Author Articles
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The Hazards of Signing a URAR When Another Person Conducts the Inspection
When using the Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) to report the results of an appraisal, the appraiser’s signature…
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HUD Announces Changes to FHA Appraisal Requirements
On June 27, 2025, HUD issued Mortgagee Letter 2025-18, “Recission of Outdated and Costly FHA Appraisal Protocols.” …
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Navigating Stairs with ANSI: Don’t Fall Down
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been requiring appraisers to measure single-unit properties with the ANSI Z765 standard…
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How to Identify a Complex Residential Property
If you ask appraisers to provide examples of complex appraisal assignments, many will focus on commercial or mixed-use…
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Factory-Built Houses: Types, Benefits, and Tips for Appraisers
Factory-built houses are an important, yet often overlooked, part of the American housing market. Approximately 10% to 12%…
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Hypothetical Conditions Demystified
Even though the term hypothetical condition has been used in the appraisal profession for decades, some appraisers continue…
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8 Common Violations Made by Appraisers
When it comes to appraisal non-compliance with USPAP, certain violations are, unfortunately, somewhat common. In this article, I outline…
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Changes to Reconsideration of Value: GSEs and HUD Announce Reconsideration of Value Policies
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD announced new policies for appraisal reconsiderations of value. Learn more about these…
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USPAP 2024: The Changes Appraisers Need to Know
On May 5, 2023, the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) voted to adopt changes to the Uniform Standards of…
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How Are Appraisal Complaints Enforced?
Disciplinary complaints against appraisers have become more frequent over the last several years. Of course, not all appraisal…
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Freddie Mac Officially Eliminates 1004MC Requirement
On August 29, Freddie Mac released Bulletin 2018-13 which officially confirmed what almost everyone had already suspected—they are…
