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Portland Appraisal Blog
Jamie Owen Blog
Six Essential Steps to Commercial Real Estate…Are you looking to get into commercial real estate? This article offers some tips that can help you to get off on the right foot!Cleveland Appraisal BlogNov 14 2022
Attracting More Appraisal Business NewMost appraisers are experiencing a significant slowdown in mortgage lending work due to rapidly increasing mortgage rates which are slowing down the housing market. I have seen a slowdown in my lending work also. So what can we do? Half my work is non-lending work, and that’s been a blessing. Mortgage lending work is only… Continue reading Attracting More Appraisal BusinessCleveland Appraisal BlogNov 03 2022
Ryan Lundquist Blog
blankThe housing market will get worse before…It’ll get worse before it gets better. That’s pretty much true in lots of ways in life. Going through the teenage years, recovering from injury, remodeling a kitchen… and enduring a housing downturn. Today I have a few things to share, and I hope this will be helpful (especially #3 as you look to 2023). […] The post The housing market will get worse before it gets better first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser.Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate AppraiserNov 29 2022
blankBringing up the housing market during Thanksgiving…I don’t recommend talking about real estate during Thanksgiving dinner, but if you need some flavorful conversation, I’ve got you covered. UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 12/5/22 SAFE Credit Union market update on Zoom (register here (free)) 1/18/23 WCR Market Update in Cameron Park (details TBD) 1/19/23 Big market update at SAR on Zoom (details TBD) 1/23/23 […] The post Bringing up the housing market during Thanksgiving dinner first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser.Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate AppraiserNov 21 2022
blankThe housing market will figure it outThe housing market has really changed, and it’s not an easy time to work in real estate. I know people in all parts of the profession who are having a hard time and wondering how to make things work. So, I wanted to share some perspective to hopefully bring encouragement. This post is sort of […] The post The housing market will figure it out first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser.Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate AppraiserNov 16 2022
Tom Horn Blog
blankWhat Does A Real Estate Appraisal Include?What Information Is Included In A Real Estate Appraisal Report? This is a question I often get when someone is ordering an appraisal. I perform appraisals for multiple reasons, including estate planning, probate, divorce, PMI cancellation, pre-listing, and pre-purchase. Appraisals are not something most people order on an ongoing basis so they are not really […] The post What Does A Real Estate Appraisal Include? appeared first on Birmingham Appraisal Blog. Related posts: Who can order a home appraisal? Why You Need A Local Appraiser In Today’s Real Estate Market 5 questions you must ask yourself before getting an appraisalBirmingham Appraisal BlogNov 08 2022
Rachel Massey Blog
HousingWire Valuation
blankIs the market pivoting ahead of the… Today’s job report and the bond market reaction to it could be an inflection point where the market gets ahead of the Fed.HousingWireDec 02 2022
blankHW+ Member Spotlight: Jeff Thompson "The one big thing that people aren't paying attention to is the continued increase in lack of affordability for first-time homebuyers," Jeff Thompson said as he explains the one thing people aren't paying attention to.HousingWireDec 02 2022
blankGetting ahead of a turbulent market with… Lenders recognize the importance of maintaining existing customers in today’s challenging market. The key to retaining current customers? Understanding their behavior, with insightful, real-time data.HousingWireDec 02 2022
Mary Thompson Blog
blankReal Estate Appraisal Bias- Want the Truth?…https://t.co/Unyjk08lzD  read the whole story here. APPRAISAL BIAS, THE REAL TRUTH. THIS ONE NEEDS TO BE ON THE FRONT PAGE OF ACTIVE RAIN. FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE THE POWER TO MAKE THAT HAPPEN.....PLEASE DO SO!I suggest all of you read this in its entirety then share. It is long but you need to know what is really going on in our profession and the proposed changes by HUD, Fannie, Freddie, POTUS, VP and others which will shock you. I have over 30 years in this profession and I have never felt more strongly about a topic than this one for…Mary's BlogNov 13 2022
Shannon Slater Blog
blankLeaves & Prices Are Falling- November Newsletter NewHere in North Texas, we are finally starting to see the leaves turning colors and begin falling. It’s pretty but doesn’t last long and soon we will enter the bleak and gray winter months. I tend to make a comparison of the seasons with the housing market but it often works in tandem.  There is […] The post Leaves & Prices Are Falling- November Newsletter appeared first on DW Slater Company Blog .DW Slater Company BlogNov 30 2022
blankHappy Halloween!Happy Halloween! We wish you a safe and enjoyable Halloween. Enjoy these scary prior posts, just in time for Halloween! The Wylie Ax Murder House- Does Murder Impact the Value of Real Estate? HAUNTED HOUSES, HAUNTED REAL ESTATE Haunted House Adjustments 5 Scary Movies That Describe An Appraiser’s Job The post Happy Halloween! appeared first on DW Slater Company Blog .DW Slater Company BlogOct 31 2022
blankTurning a Corner- October Newsletter 2022 NewHappy October and Happy 8th Anniversary to our blog and 7th Anniversary of our newsletter. The first newsletter was published in September 2015. It has evolved since then and it has been fun reporting all of the different things that the North Texas markets as well as national markets have experienced over the last seven […] The post Turning a Corner- October Newsletter 2022 appeared first on DW Slater Company Blog .DW Slater Company BlogOct 27 2022
Bryan Lynch Blog
blankFall 2022 Market Recap NewSince my last official blog post, the market has dramatically changed in 2022 as we all know. Rather than recap the 2022 real estate news that is consuming us daily, I wanted to send a quick update of my observations based on my work flow.... The post Fall 2022 Market Recap appeared first on Advantage Appraisals.Advantage AppraisalsOct 28 2022
Working RE Magazine
blankLead Testing and the Correlation of Decreased… New> E&O/GL Insurance for Home InspectorsCompetitive Rates, Broad Coverage, Free Risk Management, online inspectionsupport for tough questions, discounts on education and more… Professional Coverage, Competitive PricingShop OREP today! Lead Testing and the Correlation of Decreased Violence By Kendra Budd, Associate Editor   The war on crime has only seemed to increase over the years, with […] The post Lead Testing and the Correlation of Decreased Violence appeared first on Working RE Magazine.Working RE MagazineNov 29 2022
blankSins of the Past Are Back to… New> The Appraiser Coach > AMC Guide > OREP E&O ★★★★★ “They are knowledgeable, professional, and understand urgency.” – Joe Thweatt Sins of the Past Are Back to Haunt Appraisers by Richard Hagar, SRA Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have a list of appraisers that have had their reports submitted to the Collateral Underwriter by various […] The post Sins of the Past Are Back to Haunt Appraisers appeared first on Working RE Magazine.Working RE MagazineNov 15 2022
blankBetween a Rock and a Hard Place New> The Appraiser Coach > AMC Guide > OREP E&O ★★★★★ “They are knowledgeable, professional, and understand urgency.” – Joe Thweatt Between a Rock and a Hard Place by Isaac Peck, Senior Broker at OREP.org As I write this, I just finished up a webinar on discrimination claims that I did in a podcast style with […] The post Between a Rock and a Hard Place appeared first on Working RE Magazine.Working RE MagazineNov 08 2022
McKissock
blank5 Ways to Fast-Track Your Appraisal Career There are many reasons people choose to launch a career in real estate appraisal—including the potential to earn a high income, opportunity to work flexible hours, and low start-up costs compared to other small businesses, to name a few. Are you interested in starting an appraisal career? Or perhaps you’re a licensed appraisal trainee eager […] The post 5 Ways to Fast-Track Your Appraisal Career appeared first on McKissock Learning.Appraisal Archives - McKissock LearningDec 02 2022
blankWhat’s Most Important for Building Strong Appraiser-Client… NewTop earners in the real estate appraisal profession are those who consistently bring in new clients. If you’re looking to earn more referrals and repeat business, a great place to start is by fostering good relationships with your appraisal customers. To help you out, we asked our appraisal community, “Which is MOST important for building […] The post What’s Most Important for Building Strong Appraiser-Client Relationships? appeared first on McKissock Learning.Appraisal Archives - McKissock LearningNov 29 2022
blank7 Top-Rated Appraisal Job Aids (Free for…Here at McKissock, our Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide variety of online resources for real estate appraisers. These include top-rated appraisal job aids, checklists, classes, webinars, and more. Below is a list of the most popular and highly-rated job aids added to our membership toolkit within the last 12–24 months. If […] The post 7 Top-Rated Appraisal Job Aids (Free for Members) appeared first on McKissock Learning.Appraisal Archives - McKissock LearningNov 25 2022
DSNews
blankZillow Predicts 2023 Midwest Housing Boom NewThe Midwest did not experience the same price surges other areas of the country have experienced since the beginning of the pandemic.Daily Dose – DSNewsDec 02 2022
blankPlan & Prevail: How the Industry Can… NewThough the housing industry may not be able to pinpoint the next widescale impactful event, developing a well-grounded plan can help navigate it, mitigate risk, and get homeowners back on track.Daily Dose – DSNewsDec 02 2022
blankAnalyzing Q3’s Most At-Risk Housing Markets NewA new study examines the nation’s regions that were most vulnerable to market declines in the third quarter of 2022, based on home affordability and foreclosures.Daily Dose – DSNewsDec 02 2022
HousingWire Real Estate
blankIs the market pivoting ahead of the… Today’s job report and the bond market reaction to it could be an inflection point where the market gets ahead of the Fed.Real Estate News Daily and Industry Analysis from HousingWireDec 02 2022
blankHW+ Member Spotlight: Jeff Thompson "The one big thing that people aren't paying attention to is the continued increase in lack of affordability for first-time homebuyers," Jeff Thompson said as he explains the one thing people aren't paying attention to.Real Estate News Daily and Industry Analysis from HousingWireDec 02 2022
blankHousingWire Magazine: December 2022/January 2023 SupplementI know if you’re flipping through this supplement, you’re not shying away from innovating, even in the storm, so dive in and enjoy!Real Estate News Daily and Industry Analysis from HousingWireDec 01 2022
Mortgage News Daily
MReport
blankRecord Amount of Sellers Delisting Homes NewRedfin is reporting that a record number of sellers are taking their properties off the market. Click through to find out how many sellers are taking this route.Daily Dose – theMReport.comDec 02 2022
blankAffordability will be Driving Housing Market Force… New"Affordability is going to be the biggest factor in housing for 2023, but there's room for optimism on that front if mortgage rates recede," said Zillow Chief Economist Skylar Olsen.Daily Dose – theMReport.comDec 02 2022
blankPlan & Prevail: How the Industry Can… Though the housing industry may not be able to pinpoint the next widescale impactful event, developing a well-grounded plan can help navigate it, mitigate risk, and get homeowners back on track.Daily Dose – theMReport.comDec 02 2022
Appraisal Institute
blankHousing Key Concern as Military Return to… NewSixty-four percent of active duty servicemembers returning to civilian life expect their search for affordable housing to be extremely or somewhat challenging, Freddie Mac reported Nov. 10 in its Active-Duty and Veteran Housing Landscape survey. However, 87% of respondents are aware of the benefits [...]appraisalinstitute.org NewsNov 16 2022
blankMinority Homeownership up Sharply During Pandemic: Fed…The pandemic housing boom showed significant increases in homeownership rates among Black, Asian and Latino households, according to an analysis of federal data, The Washington Post reported Nov. 1. The fact that millennials were able to save money during the pandemic was cited as a key factor.appraisalinstitute.org NewsNov 16 2022
blankCommercial and Multifamily Mortgage Loan Originations Decline… NewAfter a strong start to the year, commercial and multifamily mortgage loan originations during the third quarter were down 13% from the same point a year ago, MBA NewsLink reported Nov. 10. Originations in the commercial mortgage-backed-securities market were down nearly 75% from a year earlier, but [...]appraisalinstitute.org NewsNov 16 2022
NAR
blankNAR Urges Appraisal Foundation To Establish Equivalency…NAR sent a letter to the Appraisal Foundation (TAF) to establish equivalency credit for education and experience in licensed and regulated fields involving valuation such as licensed real estate salespersons, real estate agents, and real estate brokers.www.nar.realtor - Appraisal & ValuationNov 22 2022
blankThe Appraiser's Role Isn't to Kill Your… NewAppraisers start from a high bar before they can take on their own assignments, but agents can still play a role in helping them determine valuations accurately.www.nar.realtor - Appraisal & ValuationOct 18 2022
blankCan You Talk to an Appraiser? NewNineteen percent of real estate professionals say they avoid having any interaction with an appraiser, mostly fearing they’re not legally allowed to.www.nar.realtor - Appraisal & ValuationOct 12 2022
Rob Chrisman
blankDec. 2: MLO jobs; corresp. DPA, marketing,… NewRobert K. writes, “My Mom always said, ‘Work until your bank account looks like a phone number. Well, I did it! ‘Available balance: $911.’” Speaking of numbers, thank you to those who wrote to me correcting the GDP of Mexico here as being $1.4 trillion and not $1.4 billion. Numbers certainly tell the story with...Read More “Dec. 2: MLO jobs; corresp. DPA, marketing, profitability tracking tools; lender & investor news; strong jobs data; latest lender M&A deal” »Daily Mortgage News & CommentaryDec 02 2022
blankDec. 1: MLO jobs; HELOC, non-Agency, valuation,… NewOur industry continues to be battered. Starwood Capital-backed Reverse Mortgage Funding and its parent company Reverse Mortgage Investment Trust have filed for bankruptcy. Inlanta Mortgage told the state of Wisconsin it plans to wind down its business. Switching gears, to celebrate the first day of December, spend 5 minutes taking one of my favorite quizzes,...Read More “Dec. 1: MLO jobs; HELOC, non-Agency, valuation, co-issue, DEI hiring products; upcoming events and training” »Daily Mortgage News & CommentaryDec 01 2022
blankNov. 30: U/W Mgr. job; mkt. research,… NewIn the secondary markets, lenders are trying to wring out every penny from loan sales. For example, in today’s podcast (available here) is an interview with Senior Director of MCT’s Investor Services team, Jennifer Kennelly, on MCT’s Bid Auction Manager (BAM) Marketplace, the nation’s first open mortgage loan exchange. In the primary markets, it’s rough,...Read More “Nov. 30: U/W Mgr. job; mkt. research, automation, fee collection, non-Agency tools; conforming loan limit & other F&F changes” »Daily Mortgage News & CommentaryNov 30 2022
NAHB
U.S. Added 263,000 Jobs in November In November, job growth slowed slightly from the previous month but still showed strength despite tight monetary policy. The unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.7% in November as the number of persons in the labor force decreased for the third straight month. Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 263,000 in November, following a gain of 284,000 in October, as reported... Read More ›Eye On HousingDec 02 2022
AD&C Balances Continue to Rise NewResidential construction loan volume reached a post-Great Recession high during the third quarter of 2022, as home building activity and new home sales remained weak. Outstanding builder loan balances are rising as development debt is being held longer as new homes remain in inventory longer. Loan balances will decline in coming quarters as the development loan market becomes more costly... Read More ›Eye On HousingDec 01 2022
October Private Residential Spending FallsPrivate residential construction spending declined 0.3% in October, as spending on single-family construction dropped 2.6%. Private residential construction spending fell for the fifth consecutive month, standing at an annual pace of $887.2 billion. This was about 8.6% higher compared to a year ago. The monthly decline is largely attributed to lower spending on single-family construction. Single-family construction spending dropped 2.6%... Read More ›Eye On HousingDec 01 2022
Dustin Harris Blog
blankblankPreparing For The UnexpectedI’ve been known to talk a lot about preparing for the unpredictable. A while back someone asked me a question about it. In essence their question was, “Dustin, how can ... Read MoreBlog | The Appraiser CoachNov 29 2022
blankblankAre you in need of the Grammar…What an opportunity it is to live in the information age. There are so many mind-boggling technological advancements out there and so many educational resources to take advantage of. As ... Read MoreBlog | The Appraiser CoachNov 22 2022
blankblankMr. Always RightIn the appraisal world, people ask you questions all the time. Some of those questions you can prepare for, and others come completely out of left field. In either scenario, ... Read MoreBlog | The Appraiser CoachNov 15 2022
NAR - The Voice for Real Estate
NREP
blankFriday Fun: 2 Cows NewAlthough this video is not new, it easily became our favorite video of the week. No commentary required, just wanted to share. Enjoy! And yes, the NREP team is testing the Australian model today. Have a great weekend. Connecting loan officers to great companies.National Real Estate PostDec 02 2022
blankOur take on Inman’s 2023 predictionsAn intelligent integration for every mortgage broker. One engine to replace them all. Modernizing Pricing & Underwriting From Marketing to Application to Closing The most comprehensive, cloud-based, mobile-friendly mortgage platform in the industryNational Real Estate PostDec 01 2022
blankInequity in housing should be a national…Fantastic seconds! Learn more in 20-30 minutes and become an EXPERT on our unique product offerings.National Real Estate PostNov 30 2022
RAC Blog
blankNavigating the Waves of Change New2022 RAC Conference  Another RAC annual conference is in the books and what a great…Blog – RACOct 05 2022
Calypso Blog
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