The news hit like a freight train last Thursday – CoreLogic had acquired a la mode. The story sent shockwaves throughout the appraisal industry, and it’s no reach to say … Read More
Which Vehicle is Best for Appraisers
As many of you know, I often head to appraisal-related Facebook groups and forums to check out the hot topics of the day. It’s a nice little way to … Read More
Off-Shouldering; The Key to Success
We are now knee-deep in tax season. Oh joy. When I realized this, it got me thinking about the first time I ever made use of off-shouldering. “Off-shouldering” is … Read More
You Don’t Have to Make Everything “All Better” as an Appraiser
A little while ago, my wife recommended a book to me. It is called “I Don’t Have to Make Everything All Better,” by Gary and Joy Lundberg. It’s … Read More
The Way Things Used To Be
It’s a common complaint in our industry that real estate appraisers haven’t had a raise in two decades. The argument goes that twenty years ago, the standard fee for an … Read More
I Should Have Been An Attorney
Let’s pretend you are a young, a 20-something who just passed the bar exam. Because you are are new to the world of lawyering: in debt up to your earlobes … Read More
Too Much of a Good Thing
I need to get in better shape. I would like to lose about 30 lbs, but I have two problems: I love to eat and I hate to exercise. Puts … Read More
The Ten House Challenge: Overcoming the Difficulties in Using Mobile Appraising Tools
Using a laser measuring device and a tablet or smartphone in the appraisal field can be a daunting undertaking for someone who has never done it before. However, being willing … Read More
The Ten House Challenge
Using a laser measuring device and a tablet or smartphone in the appraisal field can be a daunting undertaking for someone who has never done it before. However, being willing … Read More
Halftime With The Appraiser Coach
Many have asked me how I do it. How is it that I am able to complete four times the volume as my competition and still keep the quality of … Read More