Appraiser Updates
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Updated Standardized Property Measuring Guidelines Check out the new and substantively revised FAQs including clarifications on the terms “declaration” and “statement of finished sq ft". |
July 14, 2022 |
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Appraisal Quality Monitoring (AQM) FAQs Learn more about the AQM process, including AQM letters, the AQM list, and state regulatory agency referrals. |
May 6, 2022 |
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The Journey to a More Efficient and Fair Home Valuation Process Read the commentary by Jake Williamson to learn about our future state vision. |
Apr 5, 2022 |
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This research report examines appraisal values of homes owned by Black and white borrowers in refinance transactions. |
Jan 20, 2022 |
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Learn how appraisers can perform desktop appraisals without physically inspecting the property beginning March 2022. |
Jan 19, 2022 |
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Standardized Property Measuring Guidelines Learn about our required standard for measuring, calculating, and reporting square footage in appraisals. |
Dec 15, 2021 |
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Appraising and underwriting condo and co-op projects Learn about project requirements as well as appraiser and lender responsibilities for condo and co-op deferred maintenance. |
Oct 13, 2021 |
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Our commitment to reducing appraisal bias Read about our actions to foster appraiser diversity, understand and minimize appraisal bias, and identify solutions. |
Sept 9, 2021 |
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Appraising Accessory Dwelling Units Take this short elearning course to explore information about ADUs, including requirements, construction types, and more. |
Aug 17, 2021 |
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Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and Forms Redesign Timeline View the timeline to see key milestones and date ranges in this multi-year endeavor that will continue into 2024 and beyond. |
Mar 23, 2021 |
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Lender Letter LL-2021-01, Appraisal Risk Management Policy Reminders and Resources This Lender Letter reiterates lenders’ responsibilities for appraisal review and for compliance with Appraiser Independence Requirements; provides examples of appraisal findings and defects; suggests best practices for lenders’ appraisal-related underwriting and quality control processes; and points out resources to help lenders manage appraisal risk efficiently and effectively. |
Jan 6, 2021 |
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Visit fanniemae.com/mhappraiser to find appraiser education, requirements, and other resources. |
Sept 2, 2020 |
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Appraising Properties with Solar Panels The Solar Panels Overview on the Help & Training page explains requirements for properties with solar panels. |
Jun 28, 2020 |
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New Forms 1004 Hybrid and 1004 Desktop Visit the Help & Training page to learn about and see examples from the new 1004 Hybrid and 1004 Desktop. |
Jun 25, 2020 |
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Read the revised Appraiser Quality Monitoring (AQM) FAQs, which emphasize the learning opportunities the AQM letters present. |
Feb 7, 2020 |
