10/30/2026
Buying or selling soon? Home appraisals are getting a makeover. 🏡
Beginning November 2, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are introducing a new, modernized appraisal report. It replaces the older forms with one clearer, more consistent format.
The good news: there's nothing you need to do. Your lender handles the format.
In my latest Hope's Home Truths post, I break down:
✔️ What an appraisal is, and what it is not
✔️ What's changing and why
✔️ Key dates to know
✔️ Simple ways buyers and sellers can prepare
Read the full update here:
https://www.realestatewithhope.com/blog/whats-new-with-home-appraisals
Know someone buying or selling? Feel free to share. 💛
What’s New with Home Appraisals Oct 30 Written by Hope Sampson Hope's Home Truths | Client Update What's New With Home Appraisals By Hope Sampson | October 30, 2026 A new, modern appraisal report is being introduced. I want you to know what to expect before it shows up in your transaction. I share...