The Appraiser Coach Podcast

The Appraiser Coach Podcast

Hosted by: Dustin Harris

Download our App on GOOGLE PLAY or the APP STORE to listen. Dustin Harris has discovered a way to buck the current trends and be a successful appraiser business owner despite the challenges. He shares his secrets to...

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226 If You Are Working Saturdays, You Are Working Too Much

Appraisers are working too hard.  There is a smarter way to work.  Stop working weekends and start setting up your business to run like an actual business.  
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225 What is Exos for Appraisers?

If you have not heard the name, you certainly have heard about the technology.  Exos is the new system Servicelink is using to manage appraisal orders.  There have been a lot of myths surrounding this new technology...
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224 Appraisers and Facebook

Should you be on Facebook?  As a fellow appraiser, Dustin says "Yes," and here are several reason why. 
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223 Unacceptable Appraisal Practices According to FNMA Part 1

Tim Andersen is back.  Today, we tackle the first half of 16 Unacceptable Appraisal Practices according to Fannie Mae.  What are they and how can we avoid them?  The full list can be found in the Fannie Mae Selling...
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222 Is Complimenting The Homeowner's House Being Biased?

It is just nice to say, "Well, you have a lovely home," right?  Does that type of compliment verge on putting yourself, as an unbiased appraiser, in a position that could come back to haunt you?
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221 Appraiser Attitudes

They say attitude is everything, so why do some appraisers seem to have such bad ones?  Dustin explores the challenges facing today's valuation professionals and how choice plays a part in success.  
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220 Picking up on Subtle Hints

Running a business is hard, but sometimes the most obvious things are overlooked by us.  Those small things can make all the difference in our success.  
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219 Mark Skapinetz on AMCs and Whatever the Hell Else He Wants

Mark is a colorful guy and it is always a pleasure to have him on.  Today, he sounds off on AMCs, fees, and some of the other problems he sees with the appraisal profession.  �
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218 How Does a Busy Appraiser Keep Track of Mileage?

Here is an app that works in the background.  You never have to remember to hit your triptometer again.  www.mileiq.com
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217 Murray Berg - Appraiser Stories - S. California

Murray Berg, long time appraiser and member of the Appraiser Coach's Dream Team Mastermind joins us to tell his story. Guess which famous clown's house he appraised?  
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216 What Do You Do When An Inspection Gets Embarrassing?

We spend time in the private domains of individuals.  Sometimes, we see or experience embarrassing things.  What do you do in those situations?  Comment below and let us know what you have seen and what you have done.  
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215 Highest and Best Use

Tim is back to teach us a little something about Highest and Best Use.  It may be the most important step in the appraisal process.  What is it, how do you do it, and what happens if you do it wrong?
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