Tag Archive for: PIW

Appraisal Waivers Are GIFTS From Fannie Mae; PIWs & PDCs; Appraisal Types

In what is great news for every agent concerned about low appraisals - we have seen a significant increase in the number of Property Inspection Waivers (PIWs) and Property Data Collection reports (PDCs).Read More

Inspection-Based Appraisal Waivers Explained

Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are pushing their latest attempt to bypass appraisers – with what are called “inspection-based appraisal waivers” or “Value Acceptance + Property Data Collection” findings.Read More

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

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 More Common Now; Here’s Why

Prior to 2016, every mortgage required an appraisal.  That changed, however, in 2016 when Fannie Mae started to offer “Property Inspection Waivers” or “PIWs.” In 2017, both Fannie and Freddie […]Read More