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Feds Tighten Appraisal Rules for Risky Mortgages

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WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal regulators are proposing new requirements for property appraisals used to underwrite some higher-risk mortgage loans.

Agencies including the Federal Reserve and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said Wednesday that all appraisals on risky mortgages should be prepared by a licensed or certified appraiser and include a written inspection of the home's interior. Consumers would receive more information, including a free copy of the appraisal.

A second appraisal would be required if the seller bought the home at a lower price in the previous six months. The provision is meant to prevent fraudulent flipping of properties using falsely inflated appraisals.

The rules apply to higher-risk mortgage loans -- those on people's homes whose interest rates are above a variable threshold.

The rule is open for public comment until Oct. 15.

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