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UAD 3.6 Is Coming: What Lenders and Realtors Need to Know Before November 2

MacDonnell Appraisals graphic showing the UAD 3.6 appraisal report dashboard on a laptop screen, effective November 2, 2026, next to stacked Uniform Residential, condo, and small residential income appraisal report forms

If you’ve closed a conventional loan lately, you’ve probably heard the term UAD 3.6 floating around. Here’s the short version. Starting November 2, 2026, every new appraisal submitted to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac has to use the new format. The mandate follows each report’s initial submission date to the Uniform Collateral Data Portal. Submit […]

KC’s Hottest Housing Markets in 2024: Why and What it Means

2024's Hottest Housing Markets in Kansas City, Missouri. What's driving the boom. Written over image of downtown Kansas City, Missouri.

Kansas City’s Fastest-Growing Neighborhoods of 2024: What’s Driving the Boom? In 2024, Kansas City witnessed remarkable growth in several neighborhoods, each thriving due to unique factors that attracted residents and investors alike. From historic charm to suburban appeal, here’s an in-depth look at 10 neighborhoods that stood out the most this past year, and why […]

2025 Housing Market Outlook: Key Developments & Policy Impacts

As we approach 2025, the housing market is poised for significant changes influenced by the change in political leadership and strategic plans from key financial institutions. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how recent developments may impact the housing market this year. The three topics we’ll focus on are: Impact of President Trump’s Policies on […]