Fannie Mae Q1 2026 Appraiser Update

Fannie Mae published its Q1 2026 Appraiser Update today. This update includes summaries of recent Selling Guide policy changes related to manufactured housing and accessory dwelling units. It also dives into how UAD 3.6 treats location and view, provides some...

New Required Class For Appraisers

Beginning January 1, 2026, all credentialed appraisers are required to complete a course that meets the AQB (Appraisal Qualification Board) Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline every two years. The first time a licensee completes the continuing...

Broad Production For UAD 3.6 Begins Today

Ready or not, the broad production period for UAD 3.6 begins today, January 26. All lenders that have updated their systems and processes to support UAD 3.6 appraisal reports have been encouraged by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to start utilizing the new report format...