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7 Steps of the Commercial Appraisal Process
While commercial appraisals are an integral part of estimating the market value of a property, the appraisal process...
The ABCs of Understanding the Appraisal Process
While it might seem complicated, understanding the appraisal process is simpler than you think. It’s as easy as...
Process or Checklist: The Nitty Gritty of an Appraisal Review
In the past, banks primarily focused on the appraisal, however, the appraisal review has become more significant in...
50 Appraisal Management Terms You Need to Know
When it comes to appraisal management and appraisal management companies, there are tons of terms you should know....
What are Appraisal Review Services and When are They Needed?
Over the years, the appraisal review has become an essential part of the appraisal process. While the review is...
When to Use an Abundance of Caution Exemption and Why
Does your loan applicant qualify for an extension of credit based on a strong cash flow or collateral that is not real...
Understanding Different Appraiser Licenses
When it comes to determining the market value of your residential or commercial property, bringing in a licensed appraiser is a given. But did you know there are many different types of appraiser licenses? Here’s what you need to know about the various levels of certification and what’s required to become a professional real property appraiser.
Why Does Your Regulator Want You to Know the Difference Between Leased Fee and Fee Simple?
Appraisal clients often ask the question about the difference between Leased Fee and Fee Simple interests. Not only should they be differentiated, but these two terms are ones that your regulator cares about.
Getting a Second Opinion: Why, How, & When You Should Get a Second Appraisal
As parties to a mortgage transaction contingent upon an appraisal, borrowers and lenders often struggle with a dilemma when they are unhappy with the results of appraisal.
How Portfolio Analytics can Help Community Banks Prepare for Stress Testing
Every community bank understands the importance of stress testing and how these results can help determine portfolio risks. Banks can use stress tests to assess potential concentrations in commercial real estate (CRE) lending.
Community Banks Set to Break Loan Origination Records
Commercial Loan originations are set to hit record levels among community banks, according to recent data from the MountainSeed Analytics Commercial Real Estate Data Index (CREDI).
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