Industry Updates

Last week, I attended the MetroTex Area Meeting in Anna, Texas, where the discussion focused on new construction, current builder activity, and the relationship between builders and other real estate professionals. As an appraiser, I enjoy attending meetings like this because it gives me an opportunity to hear how other professionals are looking at the […]

By Victor Cornejo | Appraisal Brothers LLC The residential appraisal industry is approaching one of its biggest reporting changes in years. Beginning November 2, 2026, all new appraisal reports submitted to the Uniform Collateral Data Portal (UCDP) for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac must use UAD 3.6. The familiar appraisal forms many of us have

It was a pleasure attending the MetroTex Frisco Area Meeting today with my brother, Victor. This was our first time visiting the Frisco MetroTex branch, and one of the first things we noticed was how full the room was. Before the presentation began, there was time for networking, and it was great getting to connect