{"id":13199,"date":"2026-02-25T12:43:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T17:43:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.classvaluation.com\/?post_type=latest_news&#038;p=13199"},"modified":"2026-02-26T09:36:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:36:35","slug":"class-valuation-among-early-amcs-to-receive-collateral-underwriter-access","status":"publish","type":"latest_news","link":"https:\/\/www.classvaluation.com\/latest_news\/class-valuation-among-early-amcs-to-receive-collateral-underwriter-access\/","title":{"rendered":"Class Valuation among early AMCs to receive Collateral Underwriter access"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Milestone removes friction from the appraisal review process, driving greater efficiency for lenders and clients<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">TROY, Mich.,\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Feb.<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">26<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, 202<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0\u2014<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.classvaluation.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Class Valuation<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced that it is one of the first AMCs to receive access to Collateral Underwriter<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00ae\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(CU<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00ae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">), Fannie\u00a0Mae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00ae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2019s\u00a0proprietary appraisal risk assessment tool, marking a significant milestone for\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">appraisal review\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and risk management.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CU is used by lenders to assess appraisal quality and\u00a0identify\u00a0potential valuation risks earlier in the mortgage process.\u00a0Now, lenders and AMCs can work from a common set of insights, reducing misalignment and unnecessary back-and-forth during appraisal review. This shared framework will lead to fewer surprise revisions\u00a0and clearer expectations from the outset, creating a smoother and faster experience across the entire collateral review process. Earlier insight also supports a more streamlined\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">appraisal review process<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0with\u00a0fewer delays tied to appraisal revisions,\u00a0ultimately reducing\u00a0time and cost for both lenders and their teams.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Class Valuation expects to integrate CU insights into its overall appraisal review processes in a thoughtful, structured way. The company is reviewing best practices and plans to work closely with key lender clients to ensure alignment on how CU-driven findings are applied within appraisal review expectations, while\u00a0maintaining\u00a0strong appraisal quality standards. This shared access creates a new level of continuity between Class Valuation and Fannie Mae, ensuring that appraisal review decisions are informed by the same data and insights and removing friction that has historically slowed the process for lenders,\u00a0appraisers\u00a0and AMCs alike.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cAccess to CU enables us to surface potential appraisal risks earlier, reduce revision cycles and work alongside lenders to drive a more consistent, efficient review process,\u201d said John Fraas, CEO of Class Valuation. \u201cThis marks an important advancement for our clients and the industry, reinforcing alignment between Class Valuation and Fannie Mae.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Class Valuation will continue to engage clients as implementation progresses and will\u00a0provide\u00a0additional guidance as best practices are\u00a0finalized.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 data-ccp-border-between=\"0px none #000000\" data-ccp-padding-between=\"0px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">About Class Valuation:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-ccp-border-between=\"0px none #000000\" data-ccp-padding-between=\"0px\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Class Valuation is a leading nationwide appraisal management company (AMC) renowned for its commitment to fast turn times, exceptional quality and unparalleled client service. The company leverages a powerful combination of skilled professionals, innovative products, streamlined processes and advanced technology to empower lenders in fulfilling homeownership dreams. Consistently recognized by top mortgage lenders for its outstanding performance, Class Valuation has also earned accolades as a top workplace and received numerous industry awards. Founded in 2009, Class Valuation is headquartered in Troy, Michigan. For more information<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0please visit\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.classvaluation.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">www.classvaluation.com<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span 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