Mortgage Concepts: Regulation of Appraisal Management Companies, a middleman for appraiser independence from lenders
Learn how AMCs operate in California to maintain appraiser independence.
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Paying appraisers
Fee appraisers are to be compensated by mortgage lenders and their agents at a reasonable rate – but there are exceptions that effectively gut this rule.
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Clarity on AMC designated officer rules
The designated officer (DO) is an important role ensuring appraisal management company (AMC) compliance.
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Securing your practice against appraiser complaints
Maintaining professionalism at all times is the best way to avoid complaints, as detailed in the Spring 2021 BREA Bulletin.
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The votes are in: low appraisals prevent closings
Readers weigh in about the impact of low appraisals.
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Is Bitcoin a real estate game changer?
It’s time to revisit Bitcoin. What is it? What are its flaws? What can it do for real estate?
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Even with new forms, borrowers must protect themselves
Even with the CFPB’s vastly improved mortgage disclosures, double apping is still the way for borrowers to get the best deal.
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Resurrect the deal — rebut a low appraisal
How many times has a slipshod appraisal killed your deal?
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The votes are in: AMCs have decreased appraisal efficiency and increased homebuyer costs
Readers weigh in on topics affecting the California real estate industry.
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Real estate licensees and appraisal management companies may not improperly influence appraisers
New California laws prohibiting improper appraiser influence.
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