Before issuing an FHA loan, a lender orders an appraisal from a professional approved by the Federal Housing Administration. The appraisal may flag risks to health or safety or note problems with the ...

A home appraisal involves an objective professional evaluating a home to determine its value. Home lenders commonly order appraisals during mortgage or refinance underwriting. Appraisers take many ...

With nearly a decade covering personal finance, Rebecca Safier simplifies loans and other complex financial topics to help people manage their money with confidence. Her work has been featured in ...

MATAWAN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Valcre, the premier valuation software for the commercial real estate industry, today announced its continued expansion across the state of New Jersey with new client ...

Home appraisals are typically required by mortgage lenders before the loan can be approved. The cost can run several hundred dollars, and can depend on factors like the home’s size, condition and more ...

Homes in neighborhoods of color are appraised at far less values than in White neighborhoods across every major US metro, according to data analysis provided exclusively to Bloomberg CityLab by ...