In order to curb some undesirable effects of the residential appraisal process Fannie Mae adopted an agreement that went into effect May 1, 2009.  This article includes the frequently asked question...

When the HVCC rules came into effect in mid 2009, appraisers learned quickly that working with appraisal management companies wasn’t an option, but a necessity.  Although there are many small “here...

With the new HVCC rules coming into affect in mid 2009, appraisers found out very quickly that working for appraisal management companies wasn’t an option, but necessary to stay in business. Findin...

AMC appraisal management companies are the main process by which appraisers now get orders that are funded by FannieMae and FreddieMac, and soon, FHA as well.  There are still many ways to get orde...

Do I need an appraisal management companies list? Well, the question is "Are you getting enough appraisal work?" and "Are you considering other careers because the market is so slow?" You are not a...

I have seen many friends close their businesses in 2009 due to lack of appraisal work.  It things are slow for you, now is the time to start building your business.  This article will show you how y...

AMC appraisal orders have become a dreaded necessity for many appraisers.  The question is, should you accept orders from a system that you fundamentally disagree with?  This article deals with both...

What are the best appraisal management companies to work for?  The obvious answer would be the ones that bring in work.  But its not quite that simple, is it?  Other factors would be whether or no...