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A "Go Create Some Value" comeback successful-volume-appraisal-business Dec 05, 2024

In a recent minisode on the Appraiser Coach podcast, I revisited a phrase that once graced every episode: "Go create some value." This catchphrase holds profound significance, urging listeners to transcend mere transactions and embrace a broader understanding of value creation.

Reflecting on why...

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Karma - Does it Exist? successful-volume-appraisal-business Nov 28, 2024

You know, I'm not sure I'm a firm believer in karma, but I do believe in the power of goodness. So, let me share a real-life story that happened to me, and let's see how we can apply this to our appraisal world and the importance of customer service.

For those of you who don't know, I dabble in...

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Is It Time To Lower Your Fees? marketing-advertising-fees-clients-appraisals Nov 21, 2024

I gotta say, my accounting class really did a number on me. Thanks, Adam Smith and your Wealth of Nations for teaching me how the Invisible Hand works in the world of appraisals. I mean, it's Economy 101, right? Supply and demand, baby!

Yes, I have lowered my fees slightly when demand...

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The Question To Ask When Appraisals Are Slow marketing-advertising-fees-clients-appraisals Nov 14, 2024

The mortgage industry is hitting the brakes, and appraisers are feeling the heat. So, what's the secret sauce to staying afloat in these challenging times? It's simple: understand how to stand out from the competition and make your clients fall in love with you (professionally, of course).

Here's...

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The Appraiser Coach Podcast is Back on YouTube technology-mobile-website-socialmedia-appraising Nov 07, 2024

As I reflect on the evolution of the Appraiser Coach Podcast, I can't help but feel a surge of excitement for the new chapter we're embarking on. Recently, we made a significant decision to reintroduce video elements into our content strategy, and the response has been nothing short of...

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A New Pair of Shoes Can Change Your Life lifestyle-goals-future-slow-appraiser Oct 31, 2024

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to overlook the significance of small moments and seemingly insignificant choices. Yet, as I recently discovered during a layover in the Denver Airport, even the simplest of messages can hold profound truths.

Walking past a shoe shining bench, a...

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