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The Federal Reserve has recently reiterated that "financial institutions must have an effective, independent real estate appraisal and evaluation program," and that appraisers performing reviews should "have the knowledge and expertise to assess compliance with the Federal Reserves appraisal regulations and guidelines." I routinely complete appraisal review assignments.

Appraisal reviews "should determine whether the appraisal or evaluation is appropriate for the transaction,and the risk of the transaction. The Fed also notes that "some banks supplement routine reviews with post-funding evaluations of appraisal quality for some of their higher-risk or greater-value transactions as a control to assist in detecting valuation problems."

 

In addition to conforming my work to the forms and guidelines of my review clients, there are four Fannie Mae forms that are generally used for review services, and I can prepare an appraisal review on any of them. They include an appraisal "desk" review, a "field" review, a "short" form and a "narrative" form. I am experienced in all types of appraisal reviews, review procedures and the responsibilities of review appraisers. 

 

left I understand what makes a quality appraisal and what the most common deficiencies are, especially in our home market. At the same time, I am professional enough to recognize that competitors in our market are capable of doing a good job! The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) govern appraisal reviews as well as appraisal reports, and you can count on me to ethically evaluate appraisal reports performed by others. Those others may be reviewing my work, too! 

 

In short, you can rely on my independent judgment, because I offer professional, objective, ethical appraisal review services for my clients. Browse my website to learn more about my qualifications, expertise and services offered.