Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what “fair compensation” really means—especially when hiring or partnering with another appraiser. This question comes up constantly, and every time my answer starts in the same place: it depends. Not because I’m trying to dodge the question, but because compen...

If you’re considering hiring a virtual assistant (VA) to help grow your appraisal business, here’s something important to think about. There are basically two ways these companies operate when connecting you with overseas VAs, especially from places like the Philippines.

One type of company simply ...

Every now and then, I find myself grabbing a bowl of (butter-free ;) ) popcorn and scrolling through the latest appraiser debates online. The newest hot topic? Whether using a virtual assistant—especially one based overseas—is a violation of the USPAP confidentiality rule.

Here’s the argument I kee...

I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately—some genuine curiosity, some lightly disguised criticism—about why I spend so much time using ChatGPT. Fair question. But let me be honest: I spend time on it because it matters.

I’ve always believed my purpose is to help others, especially appraisers, be...

As a small business owner, I used to take pride in knowing my team on a personal level. I’m talking names, families, hobbies—you name it. It felt like the right thing to do as a leader, and honestly, I enjoyed it. But as my business has grown, I've had to face a tough truth: I just can’t keep up wit...

In today's competitive job market, it's crucial to stand out as an employer and attract the right talent. With countless help wanted signs out there, finding the perfect fit for your team can be challenging. But what if I told you that you could make a simple change in your job and that could make a...