1046 The Appraisal Kid Talks to The Appraiser Coach

Today, Dustin has the youngest guest ever on his podcast.  Cosette Harris (no relation to Dustin) stops by to talk about her wildly popular YouTube channel The Appraisal Kids (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_S-c8qHdTe5cRRmLcN02mUJsWXM7R77T&si=67_BtgfoslhNyqmF).  Cosette is joined by her mom, Nicollette, and they talk about how to produce and promote a YouTube channel, but more importantly - why.  

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Six Articles to Share on Your Social Media to Assist Your Clients in Making Informed Decisions Throughout the Appraisal Process

• “Appraisals Will Look Very Different—Here’s What Will Change (and When)” — NAR Magazine (May 30, 2025).
  Explains the UAD/Appraisal Report Redesign rolling out in phases and how the new, more narrative-friendly reports should make findings clearer to consumers.
  Client takeaway: Expect appraisals with plainer language, better graphics, and clearer adjustment reasoning; ask your appraiser or lender to point out the new sections.

• “Appraisal Reports Getting a Major Update—What Sellers Should Know” — Florida Realtors (Aug. 14, 2025).
  Outlines what the UAD 3.6 redesign means for sellers, including more standardized data and timelines for adoption.
  Client takeaway: When your report arrives, you’ll see more consistent formatting and terms; use that standardization to compare comps and ask targeted questions.

• “Appraisal Report Redesign Timeline: Key Dates for Agents and Consumers” — Florida Realtors (June 3, 2025).
  Provides a step-by-step calendar of milestones so agents and clients know when to expect the new forms and lender adoption.
  Client takeaway: Knowing the rollout dates helps you set expectations about what the report will look like during your transaction window.

• “How to Challenge a Low Home Appraisal” — NerdWallet (Feb. 19, 2025).
  Walks through reconsideration-of-value (ROV) requests, how to spot factual errors, and when to escalate concerns (including bias reporting).
  Client takeaway: If the value seems off, gather better comps, document property facts, and ask the lender about an ROV—there’s a defined process for this. NerdWallet

• “What Is a Home Appraisal? Everything You Need to Know” — Bankrate (Apr. 7, 2025).
  A plain-English primer on what appraisers look for, how reports are assembled, and what buyers/refinancers should review.
  Client takeaway: Read the whole report—verify the property facts and comps, and ask your lender for clarification on any adjustments you don’t understand. Bankrate

• “9 Things to Know BEFORE Your Home Appraisal {2025}” — Raleigh Realty (Feb. 20, 2025).
  Consumer-friendly prep list (receipts for upgrades, access to all areas, safety fixes) plus an overview of what can hurt or help value.
  Client takeaway: Proactive prep—clean, document improvements, and make safety repairs—helps ensure the appraiser captures the home’s true condition. Raleigh Realty