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Hybrid Appraisals: Faster, Smarter Property Valuations
In the current lending landscape, efficiency is everything. Traditional appraisals can create delays that slow down loan processing and impact borrower experience. As lenders push to streamline workflows and shorten turn times, hybrid appraisals are emerging as a practical solution

Meet Cogent – Now integrated with Core
Smarter Decisions. Stronger Margins. In the ever-evolving world of real estate valuations, appraisal management companies (AMCs) are constantly balancing speed, quality, compliance, and profitability. With growing regulatory scrutiny and increasing competition, making the right vendor fee decisions has never been

Prepare for the Encompass SDK Sunset: It’s Time to Transition to EPC
The Encompass SDK and legacy integrations are being retired on October 31, 2025. This shift affects a wide range of SDK-based applications and service ordering connections across the ICE Mortgage Technology ecosystem. Affected technologies include:Â Encompass SDK: Standalone modules and

Smarter, Faster Valuations with the ValueLink AVM Network
In today’s rapidly evolving real estate and mortgage landscape, access to fast, accurate property valuations is more critical than ever. Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) are helping lenders, investors, and appraisal management companies (AMCs) streamline decision-making, reduce costs, and manage risk
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ICE Experience 2025 Recap: Key Industry Trends, Challenges, and Innovations
The ICE Experience 2025 brought together industry leaders, technology experts, and financial professionals to discuss the latest trends shaping the housing and mortgage landscape. With a strong focus on legislative volatility, inflation risks, and emerging technologies, the event provided deep

Mortgage Data Trends You Should Know in 2025
Things are changing fast in the mortgage business, especially when it comes to using data. Lenders and AMCs are diving deep into analytics to handle market changes and figure out what borrowers want. If you’re in the industry, here’s what

Discover ValueLink’s Workflow Automation Engine
Handling orders can be exhausting when it’s filled with repetitive tasks like updating statuses, tracking down missing documents, and manually assigning reviews. These activities not only eat up time but also increase the chance of mistakes, leaving your team with

Everything You Need to Know About the UAD 3.6 Rollout and Changes
Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are rolling out some big updates to the appraisal process with UAD 3.6. These updates aren’t just tweaks—they’re designed to make the whole appraisal process more accurate, consistent, and user-friendly. If you’re in the mortgage

MBA Annual 2024 Recap
MBA Annual: The Super Bowl of the Mortgage Industry! Why is it so important? This was where industry decision-makers converged to support, network, and learn. Whether you were a vendor, lender, or consultant, it didn’t matter—if you are looking to

The Future of Mortgage Automation in 2024: Key Trends and Technologies
Mortgage automation is revolutionizing the industry, providing lenders with the tools to operate more efficiently, reduce errors, and deliver better experiences to borrowers. As automation becomes more sophisticated, the mortgage process transforms, enabling faster approvals and improved compliance. End-to-End Mortgage

Top 6 Appraisal Modernization Initiatives to Keep Track Of
Appraisal modernization is gaining momentum, driven by initiatives from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and addressing the growing challenges in the housing market. Each of these efforts introduces significant changes to the traditional appraisal

The Transformative Power of AI in Real Estate
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how the real estate industry operates, impacting everything from property management to transactions. Its ability to process large datasets, predict trends, and automate tasks is helping real estate firms operate more efficiently and create a

Navigating the New ROV Regulation with ValueLink
As the new Reconsideration of Value (ROV) regulations reshape the mortgage industry, lenders and Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) alike face the challenge of aligning their processes with stringent compliance standards. Ensuring that these processes not only meet regulatory requirements but

Recap: Valuation Expo 24
Valuation Expo 2024 was a highly successful and well-attended event, bringing together industry professionals from across the country and even international participants. The fully packed trade show was a major attraction, showcasing a diverse range of companies, including AMCs, software

NAR Lawsuit Explained: Key Changes Expected in 2024
On August 17, 2024, a significant shift in the real estate industry occurred with the implementation of changes stemming from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement. These changes, aimed at increasing transparency and competition, will have far-reaching implications on

New ROV Regulations: Essential Compliance Best Practices for Lenders
Staying compliant with regulatory changes is crucial in the evolving mortgage lending landscape. With the new Reconsideration of Value (ROV) regulations set to take effect, lenders must adapt their processes to ensure compliance and maintain the trust of borrowers. These