Bill Waltenbaugh

Bill Waltenbaugh

Chief Valuation Strategist | Chief Appraiser | SRA, AI-RRS

About

Over 35 Years of Valuation Leadership

A nationally recognized valuation executive with over 35 years of residential appraisal experience and a proven record of leading industry compliance, quality control, and strategic valuation operations at the enterprise level. Recognized as an early adopter of AI in appraisal practice and a trusted voice in industry education.

Expert in GSE, FHA/HUD, and USPAP standards with deep experience navigating multiple institutional acquisitions, building high-performance QC teams, and leading organizations through transformative industry change, including the current UAD 3.6 transition.

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Core Competencies

Strategic Valuation Leadership & Industry Expertise

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Valuation Strategy & Oversight

Enterprise-level leadership of valuation operations, collateral departments, and strategic planning for lenders and AMCs.

Quality Control Operations

Building and leading high-performance QC teams, developing risk-based programs, and ensuring accuracy across all valuation products.

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AI in Appraisal Practice

Early adopter and educator on mid-level AI applications for appraisers, AMC staff, realtors, and lending personnel.

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UAD 3.6 Transition Leadership

Spearheading UAD 3.6 readiness across training, client education, vendor coordination, and industry-leading FAQ resources.

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AMC Compliance & Regulation

Deep knowledge of GSE requirements, FHA/HUD guidelines, USPAP standards, and state AMC registration across all 50 states.

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Third-Party Panel Management

Building and managing high-performing appraiser panels with effective vendor oversight, performance monitoring, and market share distribution.

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Industry Education & Speaking

Creator of the Ask NAN video series, speaker at industry events, and host of webinars on UAD 3.6, AI in appraisal, and valuation trends.

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Policy & Product Development

Designing valuation products including the NAN STR Analysis Form, hybrid appraisal improvements, and non-QM specialized products.

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Escalation & Dispute Resolution

Expert handling of complex valuation disputes, reconsiderations of value, and the Flawed Report Committee process.

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