Appraisals

Trump’s assault on DEI hasn’t ended federal efforts to stop appraisal bias

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The appraisal industry shed no tears when the Trump administration sought to undo the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Interagency Taskforce, the federal effort to investigate racial bias in appraisals implemented by former President Joe Biden. But that doesn’t mean appraisers have seen the end of federal regulation and litigation around appraisals, or the […]

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The importance of meeting older customers where they are with AI technology

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The expanding ubiquity of artificial intelligence (AI) across all facets of life is not showing any signs of a slowdown — and that includes its interactions with the reverse mortgage industry. Bill Packer, chief operating officer of Longbridge Financial, previously explained how senior-focused tailoring of AI systems can help overcome issues tied to perceived institutional

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Class Valuation unveils appraisal review tool

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Class Valuation has launched a new appraisal review product designed to bring greater clarity and oversight to residential valuations. The new tool, Class Valuation Analysis (CVA), offers licensed appraiser-led reviews of existing appraisal reports by incorporating automated valuation model (AVM) technology. “In today’s market, uncertainty is expensive, and lenders can’t afford to second-guess their valuation

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The best of both worlds: EA Appraisal’s success through tech, personal touch, and innovative partnerships

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As automation reshapes the appraisal industry, EA Appraisals stands out by prioritizing personal relationships to deliver first-class service on a first-name basis. In our conversation with President and founder, Will Eubanks, shares how the company blends modern technology with a people-first mindset, improving efficiency without losing the human touch. Drawing on his loan origination and

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Appraisal Institute fires executive accused of sexual misconduct

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The Appraisal Institute (AI) executive facing multiple allegations of sexual misconduct is no longer serving in his position. AI president Paula Konikoff announced on the trade group’s LinkedIn page Wednesday evening that Craig Steinley has been removed as AI’s vice president, stating that its board of directors “determined it was no longer tenable” for Steinley

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Reverse mortgage LOs share appraisal challenges at NRMLA event

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Reverse mortgage originators often remain a key point of contact for their clients from initial consultation to long after the loan closes. But getting to the closing table can come with its own set of unique challenges, whether it comes from rules that govern the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) program or the potential bias

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Appraisal Institute executive accused of harassment withdraws from public appearances

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The Appraisal Institute (AI) executive who’s been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women has decided to keep a lower profile. AI Vice President Craig Steinley will cease making public appearances after an expośe by the New York Times detailed accusations against him of inappropriate comments and groping by current and former AI employees. The

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Trump’s assault on DEI hasn’t ended federal efforts to stop appraisal bias

The importance of meeting older customers where they are with AI technology

Class Valuation unveils appraisal review tool

The best of both worlds: EA Appraisal’s success through tech, personal touch, and innovative partnerships

Appraisal Institute fires executive accused of sexual misconduct

Reverse mortgage LOs share appraisal challenges at NRMLA event

Appraisal Institute executive accused of harassment withdraws from public appearances

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