College football has returned and the demand for financial agility has risen yet again — both sure signs that the end of 2018 Q3 is here. But before we look to Q4, here are the highlights, insights, and essentials from the past financial quarter that will affect the trends through the end of the year. […]
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*This blog has been updated since its original publish date on February 16, 2017. Did you know we offer commercial evaluations? Over the past year, a lot has changed in the world of evaluations and appraisals, but our standard of quality hasn’t. Since the commercial appraisal threshold increased, there’s been a surge in orders for […]
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There’s no doubt about: Summer is in full swing! From the constant stream of “out of office” replies to the sweltering temps outside — it’s clear we’re in the heat of things. As Q2 comes to a close, we’re highlighting the top industry stories, from the implementation of the new BSA regulations to how blockchain […]
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We’re only halfway through 2018, but a lot has happened in Q1 and Q2, especially when it comes to compliance. From overtime lawsuits to AI tech creeping into financial institutions, there have been significant shifts in the financial industry since January 1 and we want to make sure your financial institution is prepared for what’s […]
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Is your appraisal department compliant with the new FLSA regulations? The most recent overtime lawsuit settlements might show you where you need to update your policy. When the FLSA enacted new overtime regulations back in December 2016, the new requirements were called “the most significant change in the economy in a decade.” Qualifying more than […]
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Long gone are the days when Artificial Intelligence (AI) was a thing of Science Fiction movies and television shows. Today, AI aids with day-to-day activities including everything from decision making to speech recognition. In fact, chances are you know someone – maybe even yourself – who has these AI items already installed in their home […]
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Ever wonder if you’ve created the most effective environmental policy for your financial institution? Furthermore, how do you execute that policy to ensure you’re not taking on too much risk? Great questions! That’s why we’ve called in the experts to show you how to create a sustainable policy and procedures you can put into practice […]
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The temperatures are rising, the pollen is back, and tax season is nearly here. Those three events can only mean one thing: Q1 is coming to a close! This quarter, we’re sharing the latest from the OCC, as well as what you need to know about the most recent financial news and changes in risk […]
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2017 is all wrapped up, and now it’s time to make sure you are meeting the mark in 2018. Do you find yourself still asking critical questions like: “What was the average price of an appraisal in 2017?” or “How long did an appraisal take to complete in 2017?” Now you’ll have the answers you […]
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2017 was a big year and it was all because of you – our clients, partners, and community of supporters. Over the past year, we have seen amazing changes and we want to share the whole story of 2017 with you. So here is our own internal company benchmark report — our 2017 Year in […]
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