Join Josh Walitt with Appraiser eLearning as he instructs the Ultimate Workfile course over Zoom on October 22 and delve into the USPAP Record Keeping Rule and break down each component that should be in an appraiser’s workfile. You will review USPAP’s FAQ to aid learn how to apply the Rule's requirements, as well as […]
Don't put all your eggs in one basket! Join Josh Walitt with Appraiser eLearning as he instructs his popular Non-Lending Appraisals course over a two day Zoom on January 8th and 9th. The course walks appraisers through the possibilities and requirements of non-lender appraisal work, including assessment appeal, pre-purchase, pre-listing, divorce, estate, and IRS-related work. […]
Josh Walitt and McKissock Learning unite for this course designed to provide guidance on developing and reporting desktop and hybrid appraisal assignments in accordance with USPAP. Specifically tailored to address the intricacies of completing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s 1004Hybrid/70H and 1004Desktop/70D appraisal reports, participants will acquire essential skills for meeting the GSE requirements. Go to McKissock […]
Get ready for a practical, step-by-step playbook for valuing leasehold interests—a deep dive into standard residential ground leases, with an overview of other lease types. You’ll start by getting crystal clear on property rights (leasehold vs. leased fee vs. fee simple) and why the “rights appraised” drive both value and comparable selection. From there, we […]
The new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) challenges appraisers to deliver a report in a confident manner to clients with a credible analysis that meets the minimum reporting requirements of the Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs). Unlike the existing 1004 report form, the new URAR places more emphasis on supporting and reporting a thorough market analysis for […]
The redesigned Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR), built on the UAD 3.6 standard, is now fully in production as of January 26, 2026—making adoption a requirement for today’s appraisers. This course provides a clear, practical introduction to the new dynamic reporting framework and prepares appraisers to produce compliant, data‑rich reports that meet modern lender and […]
Join us on March 20 for an exclusive session with Lyle Radke, Principal of Collateral Policy at Fannie Mae, as he dives into the latest updates on the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 3.6. Cindi Harris with Walitt Solutions will follow and take everyone through a DEEP DIVE into the what the new UAD 3.6 dynamic […]
AI adoption across mortgage lending is accelerating — and the valuation function sits squarely at the intersection of risk, regulation, and data. This 60-minute webinar cuts through the noise to deliver a clear-eyed, strategic examination of what artificial intelligence actually means for lenders, appraisal management companies, and appraisers today. You’ll leave with a practical framework […]
The Walitt team will be attending the 2026 Spring IAC Public Meeting in Miami! We hope to see you there. Joshua Walitt will be moderating a Commercial and Residential Work session at the 2026 Spring IAC Public Meeting that will be held March 26 in Miami, FL at the Hyatt Regency Miami. Set an appointment […]
The new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR) challenges appraisers to deliver a report in a confident manner to clients with a credible analysis that meets the minimum reporting requirements of the Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs). The new URAR requires that support for adjustments be included directly in the appraisal report, so residential practitioners need to understand […]
The Walitt team will be sponsoring and attending the ACTS in 2026! We hope to see you there. Join co-hosts, the National Association of Appraisers and Appraiser eLearning, at the 8th annual Appraiser's Conference and Trade Show (ACTS) that will be held April 11-14 in Seattle, WA at the Seattle Airport Marriott Hotel. Seattle, up […]