201.02A

Appraiser Role and Qualifications

Requirements

You must:

  • Provide the appraiser with all documents needed to accurately assess the value of the PropertyPropertyMultifamily residential property securing the Mortgage Loan and including the land (or Leasehold interest in land), Improvements, and personal property (as defined in the Uniform Commercial Code). .
  • Ensure the appraiser:
    • provides a complete, accurate description of the PropertyPropertyMultifamily residential property securing the Mortgage Loan and including the land (or Leasehold interest in land), Improvements, and personal property (as defined in the Uniform Commercial Code). and the market;
    • provides an opinion of the market value of the PropertyPropertyMultifamily residential property securing the Mortgage Loan and including the land (or Leasehold interest in land), Improvements, and personal property (as defined in the Uniform Commercial Code). , supported by market data, logical analysis, and sound professional judgment; and
    • uses an industry standard form of AppraisalAppraisalWritten statement independently and impartially prepared by a qualified appraiser stating an opinion as to the market value of the Property as of a specific date, supported by the presentation and analysis of relevant market information. that is appropriate for the size and structure of the Mortgage LoanMortgage LoanMortgage debt obligation evidenced, or when made will be evidenced, by the Loan Documents or a mortgage debt obligation with a Fannie Mae credit enhancement. .

When selecting an appraiser, you must document that the appraiser is licensed or certified, as appropriate, under applicable state law.

When using an appraiser, you must ensure that the appraiser (whether third-party or in-house):

  • Acts independently.
  • Does not participate in the Mortgage LoanMortgage LoanMortgage debt obligation evidenced, or when made will be evidenced, by the Loan Documents or a mortgage debt obligation with a Fannie Mae credit enhancement. approval.
  • Is not a member of the loan origination or underwriting staff.