1. Appraisal Delays Due to Volume and Appraiser Shortages
Despite a cooler real estate market in some regions, many areas continue to experience appraisal delays due to ongoing appraiser shortages, especially in rural markets. Lenders and homeowners are increasingly frustrated with turnaround times, leading to delayed closings and lost deals.
Contact Go2Appraiser today for faster, more efficient service backed by experienced local appraisers.
2. Increased Scrutiny from Lenders and Underwriters
With tightening lending standards in 2025, underwriters are flagging more reports for unsupported adjustments, lack of commentary, and misalignment with GSE guidelines. Appraisers must now defend their valuations with more transparency and data.
Learn more about our compliant appraisal solutions that stand up to lender review.
3. Desktop and Hybrid Appraisals Are Gaining Ground
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to push for modernization, favoring desktop and hybrid appraisal options in certain loan scenarios. This has created new pressure on traditional appraisers and confusion around acceptable methodologies.
At Go2Appraiser, we’re fully equipped to deliver both traditional and hybrid reports depending on client need.
4. Market Volatility Causing Valuation Gaps
Sharp changes in regional housing prices and unpredictable interest rates are making it harder to establish accurate and consistent values. Lenders are requiring more precise data and recent comparables.
Our team provides local market expertise to help mitigate these risks and provide realistic value opinions.
5. Compliance & Regulation Changes
New fair housing regulations and increased oversight by the CFPB and HUD mean appraisers must be extra cautious about potential bias, discriminatory language, and inclusive practices in all reports.
Go2Appraiser is committed to ethical, unbiased reporting that meets all regulatory standards.
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