for an update on the next UAU quarterly members meeting...
08/10/2011: Here is a link to a video that addresses all the new changes in the next version of USPAP. Its 23 minutes, but worth your time. Click here for video
07/28/2011: All Appraiser, thank you for attending the classes. For all those that didn't, please let us know if you need some references on how to get educated on the new UAD that is coming up starting 9/1/2011.
07/12/2011: Here is the FHA Summer Newsletter to Appraisers. This is a great read for all appraisers performing FHA work. A MUST READ! Check it out here
In 2011 the UAU Board and Members will be evaluating and planning for the following issues:
All current discussion and legislation about the use of AVMs/BPOs in place of professional appraisal reports...
Laws regarding Errors and Omissions insurance requirements...
An approval system for AMCs by the U.A.U., what criteria should be met, what standards should be put in place, etc.
Aiding in the establishment of market value for an appraisal. New FHA/HUD rules will require lenders to pay market value for an appraisal, but these rules do not indicate what market value is, or how to determine market value. ONGOING
Finding speakers for U.A.U. meetings. Contact Joel Frost if you are interested in speaking at a U.A.U. meeting.
Planning and hosting quarterly U.A.U. meetings.
Continuing Education Courses and Appraisal Expos for its members.
