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858 Staying Positive During the Slow Seasons
The longer the slowdown lasts, the harder it is to stay upbeat. Dustin gives ten ways to remain positive during the slower season.
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857 Will Property Data Collectors Be The Death of Us?
There is a lot of fear centered around the Fannie Mae move toward 'modernization' and using data collection people rather than appraisers for more on-site visits. There are definitely some concerns, for sure, but is...
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856 The Cycles of Real Estate and Their Impact on Appraisal
With knowledge comes power. Understanding how real estate markets cycle will better empower you to make the right decisions to stay relevant.
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855 Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Appraisers?
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (like ChatGPT) are rapidly improving. Many are fearful this type of technology will replace many of the jobs we know and do today. What about appraisers? Will AI and ML...
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854 Change is Opportunity
There are way too many changes coming our way right now. It can be scary, but change can also bring opportunity.
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853 Myths About ChatGPT That Make It Scary For Appraisers
Dustin recently wrote an article for the Appraisal Buzz (https://appraisalbuzz.com/real-prompts-for-chatgpt-for-appraisal-reports/) about Chat GPT and how it can be a tool to assist appraisers in their appraisal work...
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852 I No Longer Carry a Ladder
With the recent changes to the HUD requirements for appraisers, I removed my ladder from my vehicle - never to return.
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851 There is One in Every Group
Dustin just got back from three Mastermind meetings. He noticed there is one person in every group who is still very successful. Despite the high interest rates, appraisers can still make money. Why? Dustin gives the...
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850 I Am Not Surprised, Fannie Mae
Recently Fannie announced that she is moving away from the traditional model of appraisal on nearly every loan closed. Dustin talks about why this 'announcement' is no surprise to those appraisers paying attention.
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849 Is Tidewater a Violation of USPAP?
Tim Andersen joins Dustin for another Dear USPAP Instructor to discuss Tidewater and what counts toward trainee experience.
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848 What is ChatGPT and How Can Appraisers Utilize It?
Artificial Intelligence is changing the world and the appraisal industry. What is this Chat GPT thing everyone is talking about?
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847 Addressing the Critics
There have been some questions and criticisms of Dustin Harris, The Appraiser Coach, on social media and his blog. Dustin takes the time to address some of those concerns (including the lovely - and fake - Bill...
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