Category Archives: News

Bounced Checks

VaCAP has learned that another AMC might be having financial difficulties. There are conversations currently taking place in two appraiser groups on Facebook. The discussions are in 100% Real Estate Appraisers and Appraisal Client Search and revolve around a bounced check from an appraisal management company.  The comments are varied and some are stating they… Read More »

Freedoms

Most Americans associate July 4th with fireworks, barbecues and vacations.  Sure, we all know July 4th is about freedom and independence, but is that the first thing that comes to mind when someone says July 4th?  Since the Declaration of Independence was signed 243 years ago, the United States has grown, not only in population,… Read More »

Breaking News: Moratorium Requested

VaCAP has learned the US House Financial Services Committee has concerns over  Cryptocurrency and has requested a moratorium of Facebook until regulators and Congress have an opportunity to examine the issues and take action to protect consumers. “Because Facebook is already in the hands of over a quarter of the world’s population, it is imperative… Read More »

VaCAP Submits Opposition Comment on the North Dakota Waiver Request

The Virginia Coalition of Appraiser Professionals has submitted an official comment to the ASC opposing the State wide appraisal waiver request in North Dakota.  VaCAP has submitted a public comment expressing concerns over the much larger consequences in allowing such a request.  A blanket waiver of appraisals up to $500,000 for a 5 year period… Read More »

Final Hours to Post Comments on Town Hall

There are only 12 hours left to post your comments on Town Hall.  At midnight tonight, the  public comments will be disabled and you will not be able to post your comments. If you have not done so, please do it now. Public comments are the best way  for the Virginia Real Estate Appraiser Board… Read More »

Last Call to Post Comments of Town Hall

  The time is almost up to post your comments on Town Hall concerning the Hybrid Appraisals Guidance Document.  Virginia is on the forefront of the issue and the comments will help shape the Virginia Real Estate Appraisal Board’s decision concerning these products. From what we have observed in the comments, public trust and credibility… Read More »

Breaking: CoesterVMS Back in the Spotlight

Just when you put something into long term memory, it reappears. VaCAP was informed the Court case Skapinetz vs CoesterVMS.com has been decided. The Judge has ordered summary judgement in favor of Mark Skapinetz on all counts. See the court order summary below Thank You for Being Part of VaCAP!

Will This be the Next Housing Bubble?

What is it going to take for every appraiser to comment on Town Hall concerning the proposed Guidance Document on hybrid appraisals?  Even if you have no intentions of ever completing a hybrid appraisal, it is important for you to place a comment on Town Hall concerning the document and these questionable products. If appraisers… Read More »

Live Stream House Finance Committee Now

The Subcommittee on Housing Community Development and Insurance: “What’s Your Home Worth? A Review of the Appraisal Industry”  The speakers are:  David S. Bunton, President of The Appraisal Foundation Stephen S. Wagner Senior Appraiser of Terzo & Bologna, Inc. on behalf of the Appraisal Institute Jeff Dickstein, Chief Compliance Office of Pro Teck Valuation Services… Read More »

What Are You Waiting For?

Only a few days left to post your comments concerning the hybrid appraisal document on Town Hall. VaCAP can not express enough the importance for each appraiser to voice their opinions.  This is our profession and each of us, individually and collectively, are the best ones to advocate for the profession. If you will not… Read More »