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Honors for the #1 AVM Changes Hands in Q2
The #1 AVM in each county for the last 8 quarters shows a very dynamic market with constant changes in AVM rankings.
AVM Regulation – Twists and Turns to Get Here
The regulatory environment was easier to read three years ago. Now, it’s a tougher question, even though there’s a Task Force Report with recommendations on AVM regulation.
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Honors for the #1 AVM Changes Hands
The #1 AVM in each county for the last 8 quarters shows a very dynamic market with constant changes in AVM rankings.
Demystifying home pricing models with Lee Kennedy
Lee Kennedy appeared on the HousingWire Daily podcast with Matthew Blake to discuss Zillow’s iBuying challenges, democratizing data, and how AVMs can best be used.
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How AVMetrics Tests AVMs Using our New Testing Methodology
AVMetrics has a new method of testing AVMs. The goal is to avoid the process of “anchoring,” which is when AVMs adjust their valuations based on listing prices. Our new method is a dramatic innovation that will level the playing field for all the AVMs.
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Property Inspection Waivers Took Off After the Pandemic Set In
Appraisals are the gold standard when it comes to valuing residential real estate, but they aren’t always necessary. They’re expensive and time-consuming, and in the era of COVID-19, they’re inconvenient. What’s the alternative? Well, Fannie and Freddie implemented a “Property Inspection Waiver” (PIW) alternative more than a decade ago. However, it’s been slow to catch…
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