Session Descriptions

Big Data: Combating Valuation Bias

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Technology & Valuation Bias are two topics that have dominated the landscape of real estate appraisal over the last decade. One is primarily aimed at producing valuation products more efficiently; the other threatens the credibility of the appraisal process and those practicing it. Join Danny Wiley, Senior Director of Single Family Valuation at Freddie Mac, to discuss how Freddie Mac is leveraging Technology and Big Data to help combat what is arguably one of the largest issues facing the appraisal industry today.

Learner Outcomes:

1. Leverage technology to appropriately identify valuation bias and other appraisal risk(s).
2. Practical loan level quality controls to effectively manage valuation bias.
3. Discover other benefits of investment in valuation data management.