More than a year after the appraisal code went into effect independent appraisers say their fees have been squeezed, real estate agents and brokers complain values are coming in low because of out-of-area appraisers, and legislation is pending to abolish it. But appraisal management companies have thrived as a result of the rules, and at least one group of appraisers sees opportunity in using a local AMC model.
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