Blog

You Don't Know What You Don't Know successful-volume-appraisal-business Oct 03, 2024

Picture this: I'm at this appraisal conference, chatting with David from Working RE magazine, when he drops this bomb of wisdom on me. He says, "You don't know what you don't know." Now, I know it sounds like one of those "duh" moments, but stick with me here. It's a pretty brilliant concept.

...

Continue Reading...
A Generative Shift for Appraisers: Interview with Jim Amorin technology-mobile-website-socialmedia-appraising Sep 26, 2024

In a rapidly evolving industry, staying ahead of technological advancements is crucial for success. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with Jim Amorin, a trailblazer in the appraisal field and author of the groundbreaking book focused on AI for appraisers. Jim's book is the first of its...

Continue Reading...
Shift Your Focus amc-alternative-agents-appraising Sep 19, 2024

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...

Continue Reading...
Pick a Rabbit and Shoot it Already successful-volume-appraisal-business Sep 12, 2024

During slow times, I've learned to spot the silver linings hidden in the quiet. It's a reminder to myself to stay flexible and tough, knowing that challenges often hold hidden potential.

Imagine you're out hunting rabbits in a huge field. At first, it's peaceful, then suddenly rabbits are darting...

Continue Reading...
One is None technology-mobile-website-socialmedia-appraising Sep 05, 2024

In the world of business, preparation is key to success. As appraisers, we often find ourselves working solo, but that doesn't mean we should neglect the importance of having backup plans in place. The old navy saying, "Two is one, one is none," holds a valuable lesson for all of us. Let's...

Continue Reading...
Cutting Through The Daily Noise lifestyle-goals-future-slow-appraiser Aug 29, 2024

In the hustle of the digital age, one of the first things many of us grapple with in the morning is the allure of our smartphones. It's a temptation we all face—waking up and immediately reaching for the phone to check messages, emails, and notifications.

This inclination to dive headfirst...

Continue Reading...