As appraisers, we are on the go a lot, and the more portable our offices can be, the more successful we will be. If our offices are portable, then we … Read More
Steps to Help You Love Appraising
I’ve been doing appraising for most of my life, and I can honestly say that I love my job. I love running a business, I love driving around my beautiful … Read More
Revamp Your Staff Meetings
Firstly, if you are not currently holding staff meetings, you need to. It is important for you as a business owner to be frequently communicating with your staff. Your employees … Read More
Helping Appraisers Relate to Real Estate Agents
Fortunately, many of the experiences I have had with real estate agents have been professional and pleasurable. However, there have been times when I have encountered agents who are somewhat … Read More
Do Appraisers Really Need to Take Comp Photos?
First, before the hate mail starts rolling in, let me assure you that I understand the requirements surrounding comparable photos, and I do take them as an appraiser. I am … Read More
Appraiser Training – The Right Way
Tim Andersen, a personal friend and highly qualified and long-experienced appraiser, and I spoke on the proper training of appraisers. Tim’s conclusion was that appraisers’ training was lacking, was incomplete. … Read More
Quality Phone Systems Lead to a Quality Business
Having the correct phone system is integral for making your business a success. The technology that is available for small businesses is well worth the investment. Ultimately, if you have … Read More
Using Videos to Market Your Appraisal Business
If you want to attract more non-lender work, you need to have a strong online presence. A lot of non-lender work for appraisers is a result of whether they can … Read More
Can the Same Form Have More Than One Property on it?
Lots of folks have asked me, “Dustin, can I appraise two different properties on the same appraisal report at the same time?”. Now understand I am not a USPAP instructor, … Read More
Can Your Appraisal Business Run Without You
I think it is important to be able to take a vacation from time to time. Perhaps your vacation is an opportunity to build relationships or simply a time to … Read More