The Appraisal Blog

James Heaslet, Chief Appraiser for the VA discusses the AAPP (Assisted Appraisal Processing Program), ANSI Standards, and PAVE (Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity).



https://www.workingre.com/whats-new-at-the-va-interview-with-vas-chief-appraiser/

I had the pleasure of speaking at the San Diego Chapter of VAREP this morning.  The Chief Appraiser of the VA spoke via Zoom regarding upcoming changes to the VA portal, Minimum Property Requirements, and the Tidewater/ROV process.  I was able to provide more detail on some of these items in addition to other general questions about the appraisal process.

VAREP is a group of patriots who advocate for our veterans and explaining and expanding the benefits of the VA Loan Guarantee program.  They are doing great work across the nation.  Check them out ...



https://varep.net/

If you are interested in the requirements for a VA appraisal, Tim Lucas does a good job of explaining a appraisal vs. home inspection. the MPR's (Minimum Property Requirements) and the VA appraisal process.



https://www.militaryvaloan.com/blog/common-issues-on-va-appraisals/

We have been a member of the VA Fee Panel since 2008 proudly serving our service men and women.  The appraisal is just one part of obtaining a loan and we take our role seriously when representing our veterans.  Whether it is for a refinance or making sure they are paying a market price for their dream home, VA assignments go to the front of the line in our office.  Always have and always will!  Thank your for your service!

This is an interview with James Heaslet, Chief Appraiser for the VA discussing the Assisted Appraisal Processing Program (AAPP).


https://www.workingre.com/interview-with-vas-chief-appraiser/?fbclid=IwAR2MUPsJ_ry3gWPD0PspiWJ7KmNMbScFD41kuFUEap5Gh_LEqfDqh7H2zQE

Happy Veterans Day!  And as a VA appraiser here is Southern California ... here are a few tips for veterans considering using the VA home loan program.  Thank you for your service!!



https://www.redfin.com/blog/veteran-home-buying-tips?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=1018510

Changes coming to the backend of the VA appraisal management process.  Will this streamline things or be the end of the VA Fee Panel as we know it?



https://www.housingwire.com/articles/50202-va-picks-veros-to-provide-appraisal-management-services-for-va-loans/

I've been on the VA fee panel for almost 10 years now and pride myself on being able to help veterans refinance their existing mortgages or get fair prices on their new home purchase.  Changes to the VA program will now allow veterans to by more house without an increased down payment!  Thank you for your service!

https://www.military.com/money/va-loans/new-law-allows-you-get-bigger-va-home-loan-without-down-payment.html