Appraisal Buzz

07/21/2026

Meet Dann Cann: Kentucky appraiser, philosopher, wearer of exquisite moustaches. He's got simple words to explain why he's gone to ten or more Valuation Expos. In short: because it pays off.

Hear it straight from the man himself. Then register.

Valuation Expo
August 16-19, 2026
Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

Meet Dann Cann: Kentucky appraiser, philosopher, wearer of exquisit...

07/15/2026

Top 10 reasons to come to Valuation Expo this August:

10. You'll get up to 14h of CE at the general sessions.
9. ...and even more CE at bonus pre- and post-conference classes.
8. You can learn all about UAD 3.6.
7. It's a chance to catch up with old friends.
6. Ask your burning questions in person with GSE reps.
5. Get software demos from the engineers who created the apps.
4. Make new friends you can call on when you have a problem.
3. Dominate at co****le!
2. Win prizes and $$$ at the Appraisal Bee.

And the #1 reason to attend Val Expo is:
1. Meet new clients.*****

Top 10 reasons to come to Valuation Expo this August:10. You'll g...

07/08/2026

With the November 2nd UAD 3.6 mandate rolling in hot, we chat with Kim Angellone of ACI to hear about the lonnngggg process their software had to go through to get verified. She also talks about what to expect from this new reporting framework, the software applications that are being revamped to manage it, and more.

07/08/2026

The November 2nd UAD 3.6 mandate is closing in. What tools will you be using?

In this episode, Kim Angellone, Program Director at ACI, talks about ACI Sky Workbench's recent verification by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for UAD 3.6 compliance. Hear all about it!

As the November 2nd UAD 3.6 mandate approaches, appraisers are faci...

07/06/2026

The transition to UAD 3.6 represents a fundamental shift in how appraisal data is reported, transmitted, reviewed, and ultimately used by market participants. In this article, Tony Pistilli outlines the challenges and opportunities this presents for appraisers.

The residential appraisal industry is entering into one of the most significant transitions in more than two decades. The migration from the legacy Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 2.6 standard to the modernized UAD 3.6 framework is far more than a simple form redesign. It represents a fundamental sh...

06/26/2026

Thank you to all the appraisers who attended and sponsors who helped us put on a great UAD 3.6 bootcamp.

06/16/2026

Appraisal Buzz Magazine, Summer 2026 is LIVE! If you're on our snail-mailing list, the print magazine should be in your mailbox by now. If not, here's the digital version for your perusal! It's our favorite issue yet. Read our cover story on the Appraiser Diversity Initiative, see our Q&A with Scott Reuter about UAD 3.6, and peruse the Valuation Expo schedule and roster of exhibitors.

The 2026 issue of the Appraisal Buzz Magazine just dropped. And it's packed with fresh insights, expert perspectives, and thought-provoking conversations designed to help you navigate this rapidly evolving industry ahead of UAD 3.6. From emerging technology trends, to risk management and professiona...

06/12/2026

Why go to Valuation Expo?

Listen and find out.

Okay, maybe it's partially for the reason you think: Obviously, we'...

06/12/2026

From the publishers who brought you the ultimate guide for bringing something new into the world, “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” comes the next must-have guide for anyone facing something new.

Introducing: “What to Expect When You’re Inspecting.”

The all-in-one guide for surviving your first UAD 3.6 inspection, including new technology, new fields, and a whole new way of doing things.

06/09/2026

On March 13, 2026, President Trump signed two Executive Orders that together amount to a clear message for our profession: build more houses, make credit easier, and get the valuation piece done faster and cheaper. We think it’s critically important that our industry discuss the implications.

On March 13, 2026, President Trump signed two Executive Orders that together amount to a clear message for our profession: build more houses, make credit easier, and get the valuation piece done faster and cheaper. We think it’s critically important that our industry discuss the implications. The ...