Tag Archive for: appraisal waiver

“Rate Cut Coming” & Rates Went Up; Appraisers Correlate to Purchase Price For 12 Months; Refi Appraisals

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The Fed released the minutes from their recent meeting, and they all but guaranteed a rate cut in September. More interesting is the large number of Fed members who wanted […]Read More

Appraisal Waivers Galore – But NOT for CA; Key Reminder For Borrowers Making Multiple Offers

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The total number of appraisers is dwindling so fast that Fannie and Freddie are desperately looking for solutions – and appraisal waivers are just one of them.Read More

12 Day Close With Appraisal Waiver; CHECK ADDRESS PRIOR TO OFFERS!

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We can close conforming (Fannie/Freddie) loans in 12 CALENDAR days – easily – IF we get a “Property Inspection Waiver,” aka PIW aka Appraisal Waiver. Savvy agents know this – […]Read More

Appraisal Waivers; Appraisal Contingency Waivers; & DANGER!

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Many lenders are again touting “Appraisal Waivers” as something unique that only they offer. Appraisal or “Property Inspection Waivers” are, however, available to every borrower obtaining a “conforming” loan (that conforms to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines).Read More

Appraisal Waivers – Much Ado About Very Little, So Far

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Appraisal waivers can save time and money, but not every loan qualifies. They depend on property data, borrower strength, and lender criteria. While we may see more waivers in the future, they remain relatively uncommon today.Read More