UAD and Forms Redesign: Additional Documentation

The Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 3.6 and Forms Redesign team have developed new and updated existing documentation to support ongoing implementation efforts. Visit the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac webpages to view all UAD resources. 

• New: Frequently Asked Questions (UAD 3.6) – Provides answers to common questions about the UAD 3.6 and Forms Redesign.
• New: Lender Preparedness Webinar Recording – View the Lender Preparedness webinars from February/March 2025 to learn the key benefits of the redesign, how to prepare for the transition (including timeline), and advantages of participating in the Limited Production Period.
• Republished: Sample Scenario PDFs (Combined) – We’ve provided a PDF of previously published Appendix D sample scenarios to make it easier to access and review them. Appendix D: Sample Scenarios and XML files that were originally published in 2023 and 2024 are also still available.
• Republished: Condition and Quality Rating Definitions PDF – We’ve republished the Condition and Quality Rating Definitions in a separate PDF to make them more accessible. Appendix F-1: URAR Reference Guide published in 2023, that includes the definitions, is also still available.
• Updated: Lender Readiness Kit – Minor updates and clarifications to help lenders prepare for and adopt the new UAD 3.6 and retire the existing appraisal forms. Offers timelines, roadmaps, and additional resources to keep lenders on track.