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Although appraisers are independent professionals, their industry supports the entire valuation and mortgage process. This fact underpins the shared knowledge
Although bankers, independent mortgage lenders and their AMC's are the foundation of the entire mortgage industry, their dependence on quality
Although AMC's provide an invaluable service for banks and lenders, their relationship with both entities, whether independently owned or as
At the Hagar Institute, we are committed to provide quality education. We serve a diverse group of clients who represent
Washington State Senate - Senate hearings on new laws for mortgage brokers SB 5578. Richard Hagar was involved with the creation
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Richard Hagar, SRA Richard Hagar is an educator, speaker, consultant, author, and president of the Hagar Institute. He is a
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"I strongly recommend that all, appraisers, lenders, mortgage brokers, processors, and underwriters, take Richard Hagar's classes." Pamela Crowley "We were
High Quality Appraisals
In January the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a new set of regulations relating to appraisals.  While the new
Home Buyers
Appraisers and lending institutions - Maybe the best way to explain the “Customary and Reasonable” appraisal fee problem is to provide excerpts
“I'm not some scammer trying to rip off little ol' ladies, I'm a nice person trying to help people. Nope,
The settlement announced on February 9, 2012 has costs far greater than $25 Billion. In 2007 a coalition of 35
Principles of Real Estate Investment
NSC RES210 Residential Property Investment Book This is the book that Richard uses for teaching his investment class at the
Auditors, Pressure, Greed, and the Economy
Auditors, Pressure, Greed, and the Economy The current collapse of our economy will be the fourth time I’ve been to
criminal complaints
The Common Failures of Appraisers, Agents, Lenders and, Escrow I’m a real estate appraiser, like many others.  I’m also an
Data stripping
Stripping appraisal data, the hidden problem brought about by… Last evening I had a nice discussion with a person from
Mortgage fraud and white collar crime
Isn’t Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud Just A “White Collar” Thing? - No Not Really. Unfortunately cops, from patrol officers to police
Mortgage brokers set up
People, loans, and money are seeking out and moving toward quality.  To survive in this market, you need to understand
sub-prime problem
People, loans, and money are seeking out and moving toward quality. To survive in this market, you need to understand
Functional Obsolescence
Appraisers - The Reason You Have No Business… Functional Obsolescence. Functional obsolescence is the reason many appraisers are going out of business. 
Appraisers, Bullies, AMCs and Banks
Appraisers, Bullies, AMCs and Banks In many instances the way the banking business is run today, it looks like appraisers
Why the Client is Separate from Everyone Else
Those who do not remember the past are doomed to relive its failures. FIRREA, and to a certain degree USPAP,
Failed appraisals
12,346 Appraisal Failures, Per Week Every week 12,346 appraisals fail to pass the GSEs basic screening “review.” In this case
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Answers and solutions for tough appraiser questions book cover
Together with the associated laws, rules, and regulations. This manual contains answers for more than 100 questions clients, lenders, and AMCs often
On the Radio Real Estate Information on NPR and Seattle’s KPLU Richard Hagar and John Maynard have a monthly radio
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Is it possible for proud home owners who pay their mortgages on time to have their houses foreclosed on? KPLU’s
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In Seattle, there's a lot of potentially dangerous places where the soil could give way any moment. This is especially
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Seattle area landlords are breathing a sigh of relief these days due to dropping rental vacancies. Real estate appraiser Richard
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It's happening all over the country, including in the Pacific Northwest. People are walking away from their mortgages. In most
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It's that time of year again when KPLU's John Maynard and real estate appraiser Richard Hagar look at the least
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Is the active street life in places such as Tokyo and Barcelona due, in part, to the fact that many
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The good news is that some sellers in the current real estate market are getting multiple offers on their property
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These days home sellers are facing an uphill battle, and qualified buyers are becoming ever pickier. Find out how traffic
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Back in the early 1960's, a string of motels along Seattle's Aurora Avenue North sprang up to accommodate tourists pouring
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Great deals on new homes can be found on the plains and near the planes. That's the word from Seattle-area
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It's a drawn out, frustrating process, but if you're willing to put in the time,  buying a home from a
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Some banks will pay you if you keep your foreclosed house in good condition. That includes things like  mowing your
KPLU's John Maynard bought a condo in 2007 – at the height of the market. He took out an adjustable-rate
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When most of us talk about condos, we’re usually referring to buildings with apartment units that are individually owned.  But
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Is it true that there there's a bank vault out there full of cold, hard cash that's now available to
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KPLU's  John Maynard posed this question to Seattle-area real estate appraiser, Richard Hager: "If I sold a $2 million dollar
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Since the 1970s, banks have been required to report any suspicious house purchases to the FBI. Now that mandatory reporting is
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Bored with regular, run of the mill houses? Looking for something unusual? How about buying a fire station or a
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There are apartments and condos. Then there are co-ops.  This type of real estate ownership is pretty common in large
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There are not many places on the West Coast where you can find house boats. That means the supply is limited
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As more people move into the Seattle area, the demand for housing goes up. And so does the style of
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Remodeling can turn boring into wow but will it add to the value of your home? If your goal is to sell your home
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In these tough economic times, it's always tempting to look for ways to bring in extra income. So how about
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In many American communities, buying a home is now less expensive than renting. And with the economics tilting in favor
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If you buy a house and shortly after moving in you're surprised to find a big crack in the foundation
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As Seattle continues to focus on urban density, parking for those living within the urban core is becoming harder to
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Stormy weather and high tides may add drama to a waterfront view but they can also lead to major property
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What's ahead for Seattle when it comes to property values and density? Seattle-area real estate appraiser Richard Hagar tell's KPLU's
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What exactly do our houses sit on? Seattle area real estate appraiser and educator Richard Hagar tells KPLU's John Hagar
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Many of us have heard about houses and even hotel rooms that have been used to cook methamphetamine. But most of
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Millennials are the most connected generation in history. In fact, The Pew Research Center calls them "history's 'always connected' generation,
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The air above your house could be worth a lot of cash if you have a view that's enjoyed by
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Say you have out-of-town friends who are moving to Seattle. They want advice on whether to buy a house right
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Interested in buying a home that's on a register of historic places? If so, you could be stepping into a
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Apartments in the Seattle area are in high demand, but the retail space in many of the new mixed-use complexes
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Want to know the value of a house? There are plenty of online resources to help you find the answer,
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Should you vet a residential appraiser before letting him in the door? That's the question KPLU's John Maynard had. "Ask questions!"
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With the economy picking up, housing sales have also been on the rise, including recreational property. Many of those ski
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If you're planning to buy a house this year, closing on the deal will come with some changes.  The two
foreclosures
Duration: 2 hours. Price: One week access to the course for $20.00 At this time, there is no Continuing Education
Agents have been told not to disclose "confidential" information to others, but what is "confidential" and what can be disclosed
market value
Reporting "Market Value" is at the core of every appraisal. Failure to appraise at this value is a felony. Understanding
Appraisal management
New regulations and laws have changed the way agents, mortgage lenders, and appraisers interact. Appraisal Management Companies or "AMC's" now
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In this webinar Richard will show you nine different methods for determining land value, even in areas where there are
Why the Cost Approach Counts
The Cost Approach is a vital component of a good appraisal report. Many appraisers don’t know how to provide this
legal issues
This is not a class on “how to review” appraisals.  This class explains the laws, rules and, regulations that appraisers,
quality and condition
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA and VA all require appraisers to properly classify homes using a specific Q and C
The Collateral Underwriter has been around for a few years however it’s being “updated” and will be looking at new
excel
Many appraisers are unaware of how spread sheet programs, like Excel, can help their business and appraisals.  This webinar will
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Online Continuing Education
Online continuing education (CE) The Hagar Institute, in partnership with the Organization of Real Estate Professionals (OREP), has made several
answers and solutions for tough appraiser questions and client demands 1
Q & As Involved with Ordering the Appraisal This webinar covers answers questions that occur during the ordering of the
answers and solutions for tough appraiser questions and client demands 1
More Q & As Involved with Ordering the Appraisal and Involvement of AMCs   This webinar covers answers questions that
More Questions Involving the Appraisal Process   This webinar covers answers questions that occur during the ordering of the appraisals.
Questions Occurring AFTER Deliver of the Appraisal This webinar covers answers questions that occur during the ordering of the appraisals.

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