I’ll be honest—I used to hate having real estate agents at inspections. I’m an introvert by nature, and when I’m trying to be efficient (which I always am), extra people in the space just feel like a distraction. I’ve said it before, and I’ve believed it for a long time: inspections go faster and sm...

I had a slideshow ready. A full, prepared presentation titled something like “What’s an Agent Supposed to Do with a Stupid Appraiser?” Yes, with some self-deprecating humor baked in. But I never touched it.

The second I walked into the room—a group of eight agents seated around a boardroom table—I ...

Hey there, appraisers! Let's talk about shaking things up in your business. You know, I've always believed in marching to the beat of my own drum. After all, when you follow the herd, you end up in the same pasture as everyone else. And that's not always where the greenest grass is.

So, how's busin...

I recently encountered a situation that reminded me of the delicate balance between maintaining a friendly approach and professionalism in the appraisal industry. Initially, I shared a positive experience with an appraiser who demonstrated a friendly and cooperative attitude. This interaction served...

In today's challenging appraisal market, where lending has slowed down significantly in various regions, appraisers are seeking new ways to boost their business and pay their bills. While it's natural to first explore opportunities within your current domain, such as lender work or work from Apprais...

           There’s been a lot of talk recently about desktop appraisals. Everyone has their opinion, and there are many who are not in favor of this new development. I don’t know any more than you do about where things are headed, but from what I do know, and from connecting the dots, I think it’s t...