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 […]
This course provides an in-depth examination of the sales comparison approach in the new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR). The new URAR is a uniform residential appraisal report designed for various mortgage appraisal assignments, including comprehensive reporting for multiple property types (1 to 4 units, condominiums, co-ops, and manufactured homes). During this course, you will […]
The Walitt team will be attending the 2026 Spring IAC Public Meeting in Miami! We hope to see you there. Joshua Walitt and Victoria Reel-Kersch will be presenting "An Inside View of State Regulator Experience: Case Studies on Irregularities in Regulatory Agencies" at the 2026 Spring AARO Conference that will be held April 27-29 in […]
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 […]
The new dynamic URAR is the result of a joint effort between Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the GSEs). This represents the most significant overhaul of the mortgage lending appraisal requirements in 20 years. The new URAR is a true “uniform” report, in that it is intended for many different property types (detached dwellings, co-ops, […]
“Appraising for Private Clients” walks appraisers through the possibilities and requirements of non-lender appraisal work, including tax rebuttal, pre-purchase, prelisting, divorce, estate, and IRS-related work. Students explore the components necessary for private appraisal work, including development steps, assignment conditions, and expectations of reporting. USPAP is examined as the minimum foundation for the development and reporting […]
This course will delve into the USPAP Record Keeping rule and breakdown each of the components that should be contained in an appraiser’s workfile. The instructor will also review USPAP’s FAQ while helping the student to analyze other situations where these guidelines would apply. The student will learn how to create a checklist to ensure […]
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