Clients sometimes ask me to do things that are not in my normal course of business.. Keep in mind that this blog is not referring to things of an immoral, … Read More
Overcome Your Fears
I hate going to the gym, but I do go, since it helps me in so many ways. Usually, I do three sets of whatever exercise at 10 reps each. … Read More
Are You a Statistician or An Analyst?
Just what is our role as appraisers? Are we statisticians or analysts? First, either of these would apply only to what I call a “Tier III appraiser,” since statistics and … Read More
Do Some of Your Clients Need Fired?
Many of you may not have heard me talk about my A, B, and Y Clients and you may be wondering what the heck I am talking about. I am … Read More
What Exactly is an Evaluation
(This is an edited version of a podcast Mike Brunson and I had on the topic of evaluations. Mike is a state-certified general real estate appraiser in Nevada and Arizona, … 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
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
Work Smarter, Not Harder
I remember a time when I was working insane hours every week as I simply tried to make ends meet as an appraiser. I was stressed and frustrated, and I … Read More
Facebook Can Help You Succeed as an Appraiser
Yes, you read that title correctly. While Facebook can certainly be a waste of time, it can also help your appraisal business be more successful. There was a point in … Read More
Is This Appraisal Thing Actually a Profession?
Is real estate appraisal an industry or a profession? Which term describes us? Which term should describe us, as well as what we do? It is clear we provide our … Read More