March 6, 2009
 A year of important issues and big plans
2009 will be a critical year for the New York State Society of Real Estate Appraisers with the issue of mandatory licensing on Gov. David Paterson’s radar and the new Home Valuation Code of Conduct put forth by New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo’s office. Read more.
NYSSREA committees meet at Turning Stone
NYSSREA's committees met in early February at the Turning Stone Resort & Casino, discussing everything from the electronic E-newsletter and the Find an Appraiser function on NYSSREA's website to the possibility of additional education classes throughout the state in 2009. Read the article.
Zagaroli offers February course on
Fannie Mae Appraisal policies
Approximately 100 people attended a course in early February covering the new 2009 Fannie Mae appraisal polices including Form 1004MC. Attendees received an in-depth explanation of the market conditions addendum and learned about the requirements to provide the sales contract to the appraiser. Read the article.
NYSSREA calls for suspension of
Home Valuation Code of Conduct
In February, NYSSREA’s Board of Governors sent a letter to New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo requesting that the Home Valuation Code of Conduct be suspended until the code addresses appraisal management companies (AMC) and their potential negative effect on the real estate market and lending process. Read the article.
USPAP Q&A
This edition of USPAP Q&A will cover intended users, complying with sworn peace officers and whether or not a date of value needs to be cited each time the opinion of value is stated in an appraisal report. Read the article.
Education offerings
The Westchester Community College will be offering upcoming education classes. Learn more.
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