The Appraisal Update - the official podcast of Appraiser eLearning: Recent Episodes
Bryan Reynolds
Bryan Reynolds brings us one story, one idea, one single point to ponder each week. Join us for The Appraisal Update.
In this episode, Bryan dives into some of the most important updates in UAD 3.6 and what they mean for appraisers in the field. He highlights where to find the latest official guidance directly from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and reminds appraisers that these resources are publicly available and well worth a deep dive.
Bryan spotlights a major change from Fannie Mae’s update — the retirement of the long-standing requirement for appraisers to drive by the comparable sales. He walks through the Fannie Mae website, showing exactly how to download the Appendix F-1 URAR Reference Guide and how to search within it to find what you need fast.
Plus, he shares a handy resource for checking broadband availability at a property — another valuable tool to add to your appraisal workflow.
Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or watch the episode on our YouTube channel for a full walkthrough!
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Big news from FHA: Appraisers are no longer required to take photos of attics or crawl spaces—and MLS photos are now acceptable. But before you breathe a sigh of relief… there’s more to it. Join Bryan and special guest John Dingeman as they unpack what this change really means and why caution is still key.
See the Mortgagee Letter 2025-18 here.
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From the Val Expo 2024 trade show floor: Hear Bryan talk with Allison Rodriguez and Jason Covington, two fabulous colleagues who volunteered to help us put on the conference last year. We could not have done it without them! And as a bonus, Allison takes up the mic and interviews an attendee from Nashville.
This conference is less than a month away! Listen in to find out why appraisers love to be there.
Valuation Expo
August 11-13, 2024 in Las Vegas
https://www.valuationexpo.com/
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Sometimes the best conversations happen by accident. Bryan was meeting with a group of appraisers at a local coffee shop, discussing the future of the profession and the rise of AI. Sitting nearby was Brian Govatos, there with his son, quietly working on a laptop—until he chimed in: “Sorry to eavesdrop but remember 'GECS.'”
That simple interruption turned into a fascinating conversation about what AI is and is NOT, how to understand it, and how to use it in the best possible way.
Tune in to hear what happens when a Bryan and a Brian cross paths over coffee and curiosity.
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Join Bryan and our fabulous Chief Development Officer Jim Morrison (we call him J-Mo!) for a quick overview of Valuation Expo, coming this August.
Here are the Cliff's Notes: It's the biggest appraisal conference there is. You'll meet fellow appraisers and reps from the GSEs, AMCs, software companies, lenders, E&O insurance, education providers, and more. You'll get lots of CE and hear from speakers on big data, mobile tech, and UAD 3.6, which starts rolling out in September. And you'll have some fun along the way, at cocktail events, a cornhole tournament, the VE Open mini-golf competition, and numerous giveaways.
Listen in to find out who's who and what's what at Valuation Expo this year.
Valuation Expo, August 11-13, 2025
Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV
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Join Bryan Reynolds for a look back at ValExpo 2024 and conversations with three happy attendees, including a trainee and ADI scholarship winner who met potential supervisors and a TN appraiser who got on the VA panel after meeting with a VA rep at ValExpo two years ago. "The day they put me on their panel, my life changed," he said.
"Coming to this convention gets me around other appraisers. where I can hear their ideas. And all of a sudden, I don't feel like I'm a lone soldier out there making up my own rules. This place gives me education and competence." —Carl Grissom
Big thanks to these folks for speaking with Bryan:
Jeff Morley, certified general appraiser in Utah
Beverly Ochieng, licensed appraisal assistant in Columbus, OH
Carl Grissom, appraiser in Crossville, TN
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In this episode, Bryan is joined by Jarrett Hardesty and Chris Stewart, MAI for a timely conversation on the importance of appraiser engagement and leadership.
Chris shares insight on the monthly appraiser meetups he facilitates in Bowling Green, KY—creating space for local appraisers to discuss real issues and build community. Together, the three discuss their work with the newly formed Kentucky Association of Appraisers (KAA), how it’s growing, and what they hope to accomplish for the profession.
Whether you’re looking to connect, collaborate, or make an impact, this episode is for you.
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Bryan is back from the ACTS conference in Texas sporting a new custom hat — and a lot of new insights on the upcoming URAR changes. After teaching a class to over 100 attendees, he also gathered notes and updates from Fannie Mae representatives and software providers, which he’ll be sharing in this episode.
Plus, Brad Bassi, Hal Humphreys, and Bryan settled an important question: who has the biggest head? Tune in to hear the results, get the latest information on where you can access the Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR, and enjoy some fun facts about cowboy hats along the way.
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Bryan returns from the ACTS conference and talks to the NAA Appraiser of the Year. Listen in to hear her story of how getting involved brings a feeling of giving back to the profession but also creates opportunities.
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In the second of three planned interviews, Lyle Radke of Fannie Mae breaks down the importance of making market condition adjustments and gets into some of the specifics of what Fannie Mae expects of appraisers — and why.
"We're not going to nitpick the appraiser's analysis as to how much that time adjustment should be. But we are going to require that the appraiser do the analysis and talk about it, you know, disclose it in their report." —Lyle Radke
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In part one of this interview series, Bryan sits down with Lyle Radke of Fannie Mae to talk about hybrid appraisals. For parts two and three, Lyle will come back and talk about market conditions adjustments and the new report (UAD and policy).
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What qualifies as a comparable? Listen in as Bryan breaks it down — with support from a few dictionaries and texts. In short, appraisers need to think twice before calling something comparable that isn't really comparable.
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After doing more than 2,000 appraisal reviews over the years, Bryan and his team have seen the same errors crop up again and again. In this episode, he'll unpack the three most common mistakes appraisers make.
Listen through to the end to hear the story of two lumberjacks who start and finish chopping wood at the same time, yet one manages to cut more wood despite taking a full hour break. How did he do it?
Tune in to discover what these common mistakes are and how to avoid them — and hear a fun story that brings home a great life lesson.
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Have you made a new year's resolution? Did you vow to exercise more, drink less, or spend more time with family?
We all have big plans for changing ourselves in early January, but the reality is that most of us don't succeed. Is there a better way to change our habits than making a resolution on January 1st? Join Bryan as he suggests an alternative to absolutes.
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Join Bryan and his guest, Hal Humphreys, as they reflect on (and laugh about) some of the most memorable moments of last year — the good, the bad, and the ugly.
To listen to the Appraisal Buzzcast (Storyboard's sister podcast), go to Buzzsprout.
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What did you want to be when you were a kid? A firefighter? A cowboy? A lot of kids don't even know what an appraiser is.
Join Bryan and his guest Brad Bassi, a real cowboy-turned-appraiser in Temecula, CA. Brad shares his journey from focusing on mortgage-related appraisal work to specializing in private-party assignments like proposed construction, ranches, and litigation support.
Curious about switching things up in your career? Tune in to hear Brad’s story—and his thoughts on how to carve out a great niche in your appraisal practice. You can even meet up with Bryan and Brad at ACTS and learn how to really rope in new opportunities.
Check out Brad's website here: https://www.strawhatent.com/
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Sometimes, AI just makes stuff up. Bryan's guest, Hal Humphreys, has an incredible story about an AI tool that answered his research question with wholly fabricated studies — and then apologized for making them up.
Who's accountable when AI fabricates information? Should you “fire” AI?
Tune in for this fascinating conversation that explores the boundaries of ethics, responsibility, and technology. You'll come away with a better grasp of whether AI can be a useful tool in your kit and how to avoid falling prey to its "hallucinations."
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There's a lot of fear and anger floating around in the appraisal-world ether these days. But there's also plenty of hope and enthusiasm. Unfortunately, outrage is louder — it tends to drown out optimism.
In this episode, Bryan sits down with a couple of the optimists: Jason and Eli, a father and son who share a passion for appraising. Join us as father and son share their thoughts on the pros and cons, what they love about the work, and their hopes for the future.
Most of all, stay tuned for Eli's special message to anyone thinking about becoming an appraiser—you won’t want to miss it.
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"What do you want me to do? OK, boom, I'll do it." This is a quote from Marcus Hill's book, Assessing My Value. It's also good advice for trainees, aspiring appraisers, and anyone who's seeking a mentor or a new opportunity.
When Marcus launched his own firm in 2008, he was one of the youngest appraisal business owners in the South, amid a challenging market. He's also worked for Fannie Mae and is now a Forbes Home Advisory Board member. Listen in as Bryan asks Marcus about his against-the-odds journey to become an appraiser and his enthusiasm for giving back and inspiring others.
See Marcus Hill's LinkedIn page here.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Join Bryan and his guest, software developer Jeff Bradford, as they discuss the end of appraisal forms and the new reports that are coming very soon. Jeff and Bryan also talk about new information recently published on Fannie Mae's website that will give you additional insight about the report.
To learn more about the new UAD, see Jeff's video, "Building a Bridge to the Future."
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
Jamie Owen is one of the nicest appraisers around. In this wide-ranging conversation, Bryan and Jamie try to shed some light on the state of the profession and share creative ways to make more money.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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Does FHFA's big announcement about expanding appraisal waiver eligibility signal the end for appraisers? Join Bryan's guests, Mark Verrett and Jeff Morley, to answer these questions. They'll also talk about their new podcast, "Market Moves with Mark and Jeff," and the newly announced timed outline for UAD. They might even predict who'll win the presidential election! By the time this goes live (we recorded the episode on 11/1), we'll know how their forecasting played out.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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At the Appraisal Summit in September, Bryan met an aspiring appraiser who has listened to all of his podcast. After a gentle nudge, he encouraged her to be a guest on this episode. Listen in as she discusses her decision to become an appraiser, the obstacles she's encountered along the way, and the benefits of networking.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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Fannie Mae is insisting that appraisers must have objective support for their adjustments, specifically for market conditions and gross living area. Guest host Hal Humphreys talks with Tim Andersen about how critical thinking leads to objectivity and helps appraisers comply with Fannie Mae guidelines and arrive at supportable conclusions.
Want to avoid getting a deficiency letter from Fannie Mae? We've got a podcast AND a class for that. Listen in, then register for Tim Andersen and Scott Cullen's objectivity class on November 6th.
Objectivity: Market Change and GLA Wednesday, Nov. 6th🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /appraiserelearning
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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One of the biggest reasons that appraisers get disciplined is failing to support land value. If you have plenty of comparable land sales, developing an opinion of the land value is simple, But what if you're an appraiser in a built-up area with no recent land sales?
Listen in as Bryan and guest Marty Wagar explore other ways to support your opinion, a topic Marty covers in his new course, "Supporting Land Value." In the second part, Bryan and Marty talk about the S&L crisis, the 2008 mortgage meltdown, and how those events have influenced where the appraisal industry is headed—all of which Marty covers in his course, "The Past, Present, and Future of the Mortgage Appraisal." Take both courses at Appraiser eLearning.
Next session of Supporting Land Value is Thursday, October 24th.
Next session of The Past, Present, and Future of the Mortgage Appraisal is Tues.-Wed., Oct. 29th & 30th.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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Want to meet potential new clients and get more orders immediately?
Come to an appraiser conference!
In August, Bryan set up his mic at Valuation Expo and interviewed lots of attendees, including working appraisers, trainees, lenders, AMCs, and lots of other folks whose work intersects with appraisal services. Listen in and hear what they had to say about why they attend Val Expo and other conferences. Pay special attention to the West Tennessee appraiser who snagged two new orders to start on as soon as he got home.
Big thanks to Shane Lynch, Courtney Daniels, Jessica Jenkins-Tome, and Steve Albert for speaking with us.
Your next chance to attend a conference is in April:
Appraiser's Conference & Trade Show (ACTS)
April 5th-8th, 2025 | San Antonio, TX
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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Taston Sick is a licensed appraiser in Northern Colorado who works in the family residential appraisal business. After attending ACTS and the Appraisal Summit, he and his sister Ellie decided to make a big change in how their firm does appraisals.
Listen in to hear how Taston and Ellie adopted new tech for data collection and reporting. It was probably scary and overwhelming at the outset, but now they wouldn't go back.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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We've been hearing the rumblings: Some appraisers believe the end is near for the appraisal profession. Listen in as Bryan and his guest Simon Blackburn discredit that notion. Blackburn is founder and CEO of MtgeFi, a company that forecasts mortgage trends. In the episode, he discusses his recent article, "Top 10 Reasons Appraisals Are Here to Stay and Critical to U.S. and Global Markets."
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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In this special edition of the Appraisal Update podcast, guest host Hal Humphreys asks economist Mark Calabria to explain what the Fed's .5% interest rate cut means for mortgage markets, homebuyers, and appraisers.
Calabria is a senior adviser to the Cato Institute, former director of FHFA, and the author of Shelter from the Storm: How a Covid Mortgage Meltdown Was Averted.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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In this episode, Bryan tackles a hot topic from a practicing appraiser: the appropriate form for final inspections on new constructions for FHA loans. He provides a detailed answer based on HUD policy and also delves into a compelling "What If?" scenario that could reshape your approach.
But that's not all! Bryan also shares exciting insights from his recent visit to Fannie Mae's Headquarters in Dallas. Discover firsthand what's on the horizon, including the significant move towards the imminent new UAD, which will replace all existing appraisal forms.
Tune in for essential guidance and updates that could impact your practice!
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to.
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Let's talk about change — and not the jingle in your pockets. Change is coming in the appraisal world, likely the biggest change ever for residential appraising. The new UAD is finally in sight. The train is coming. Are you getting on board or letting it pass by? Listen in as Bryan interviews someone who knows all about how we resist change and ways we can learn to adapt. In fact, he wrote the book on it.
MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
Build for Tomorrow: An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing Your Career, by Jason Feifer The Appraisal Summit 2024
September 14-17, Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas
appraisalsummit.net
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We've been going on and on about conferences all summer. Next week, one's actually happening. Why do folks get so fired up about Valuation Expo and the Appraisal Summit, our two premier summer conferences in Vegas? Listen in as Bryan asks several Summit attendees — both veterans and newbies — why they love coming together with their peers, and what they take away from these events.
TAKE YOUR PICK:
Valuation Expo 2024
August 19th-21st, Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
valuationexpo.com
The Appraisal Summit 2024
September 14-17, Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas
appraisalsummit.net
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Valuation Expo is making waves! As Jim says, we've "Shaken Things Up." There's also an exciting new app we're introducing. Join Bryan along with guest Jim Morrison and AEL's super guru Doug Hayes as they delve into the latest updates and explain why you should attend, even if it's just for one day. Jim calls it "Vegas in a Day!"
Valuation Expo 2024
August 19th-21st, Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
valuationexpo.com
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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As an experienced appraiser, you've likely encountered some challenging inspection scenarios. Tune in to this episode, where Jason Covington recounts a terrifying and potentially deadly encounter with an armed homeowner. Find out how he managed the situation, and hear Bryan and Jason's post-mortem (not literal), including some practical advice for appraisers on how to avoid similar incidents.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Do you need to hire a helper? You probably think you can't afford one in this market. But what if a helper could get you more business—AND was more affordable than you think?
Join Bryan Reynolds and his guest, Sean Connolly of Scale Virtually, as they discuss an out-of-the-box approach to getting some much-needed help.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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So far, appraisers haven't had much guidance about how to handle short-term rental assignments. How do you appraise them? Are you supposed to estimate the income and put it on the 1007 form?
Stop what you're doing (especially if you're using the 1007), because we finally have some guidance. A recent Fannie Mae Update stated clearly: "Form 1007 cannot be used to estimate the nightly fee for an STR."
Listen in as Bryan asks Fannie Mae chief appraiser, Lyle Radke, for more detail about how to appraise STRs.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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If a review appraiser or investigator examines your appraisal report, are you confident it will stand the test? Will you be able to communicate why you did what you did?
Join Bryan Reynolds and his guest Mel Black—attorney, appraiser, and AQB-certified USPAP instructor—as they explore answers to these questions. Don't miss this episode about defending your work, meeting USPAP minimum requirements, best practices, and more.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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One of the biggest challenges to becoming an appraiser is finding a supervisor/mentor. Appraisers face a similar problem when trying to upgrade from a certified residential to a certified general real property appraiser.
Another major obstacle, for some, is the lack of a college degree. Could this change soon? Listen in as Bryan and his guest, Brad Swinney, Chair AQB, discuss this real possibility of another change to the criteria. The decision makers want to hear from you. Make your opinion count.
See the Appraisal Foundation's website to read their Concept Paper - Assessment of College Degree Requirements Within the Criteria
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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The whole eastern US is red-hot right now — and so, apparently, was one listener after Bryan's last episode. This week he apologizes to the offended party and reflects on our very human fear of change, and looks forward to our next smoking-hot conference in Las Vegas — Valuation Expo on August 19-21. Hear fellow appraisers share why they love coming together 🔥🔥🔥
With thanks to our guests, speaking to us from the 2023 Appraisal Summit Trade Show floor: Byron Miller, Bryant Vayhinger, Craig Capilla, Shaunta Davis, Pam Teel, and Heather Sullivan
Upcoming appraiser conferences in Las Vegas:
Valuation Expo - August 19-21
Appraisal Summit - September 14-17
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Do you still use a clipboard and a tape measure, or have you advanced to a laser and a tablet? Is there a better and easier way to measure than using a Disto?
Listen in while Bryan speaks with Joel Baker from CoreLogic / a la mode to discuss a la mode's new Scan to Sketch app for measuring houses and dropping the results into a report.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Join Bryan and his friend and colleague Jason Covington, a first-time attendee of ICORE, as they discuss his impressions of the event. Hear whether the reality matched his expectations, and find out what he felt and took away from this experience.
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Bryan breaks down support for a gross rent multiplier (GRM) and offers more reasoning for more why a specific number was chosen. Listen in as Bryan gives some ideas to use in your practice for supporting your opinions.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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Join Bryan Reynolds and his business partner Hal Humphreys for some simple, real-world examples of how to determine economic life and effective age — in less than 20 minutes!
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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My brother rode along with me while I did a repair inspection, heard an interesting story from the homeowner (go see the video on our AEL instagram feed) and then had a quick lunch. On the way back to Owensboro, he said, "Do you think someone is a jerk if they correct you?" And that immediately made me wonder what I was doing wrong.
Listen in as my brother provides feedback to help me, not hurt me. We all have room for improvement!
ACTS Conference, April 20-23, 2024
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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When's the last time you got together with other appraisers? Listen in to what appraisers and aspiring appraisers have to say about learning from one another as well as the tremendous networking opportunities they discover by spending time with their colleagues.
Big thanks to Summit attendees who agreed to be interviewed: Ellie McManus, Taston Sick, Kenton Sick, Sidney Loiseau, Jeff Bradford, Allison Rodriguez, Sierra Alden, & Sidney Lovelace.
Want to attend a conference this year? Register for one or all of these:
ACTS, April 20-23, 2024
Valuation Expo, August 19-21, 2024
The Appraisal Summit, September 14-17, 2024
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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In this first episode of 2024, AeL partners Bryan and Hal talk about personal triumphs and tragedies from 2023 and look forward to new courses, live events, and industry-wide policy discussions planned for the coming year.
Want to attend a conference next year? Register for one or all of these:
ACTS, April 20-23, 2024
Valuation Expo, August, 2024
The Appraisal Summit, September, 2024
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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The number one challenge in becoming an appraiser is finding a supervisor ... until now. Most states have adopted an alternative path to becoming a state-credentialed real property appraiser: Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (PAREA). The AQB created PAREA as an alternative to the old supervisor/trainee method for logging experience. And just recently, the Appraisal Institute began offering their PAREA program.
Join Bryan and his guest Jack Zix, an aspiring appraiser who's going through PAREA right now. Listen in as Jack talks about his journey, including how the program works and what he likes and dislikes about it. Click here to learn more about PAREA and how it works.
When's the last time you spent time around a group of appraisers? Probably once a year when you take CE, and now it might just be virtual. Listen in to what appraisers and aspiring appraisers have to say about learning from one another as well as the tremendous networking opportunities they discover by getting together with other appraisers.
Big thanks to Summit attendees who agreed to be interviewed:
Ken "Big Fish" Williams, Jordan Chapman, Kharon Brown, Kyle Paquin, Katya Borisova, Nikki Smith, Selyna Ball, and Scott Cullen. (More coming soon in subsequent episodes)
Want to attend a conference next year? Register for one or all of these:
ACTS, April 20-23, 2024
Valuation Expo, August, 2024
The Appraisal Summit, September, 2024
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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USPAP. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA. Dodd-Frank. FIRREA. There are so many rules, regulations, guidelines, and laws appraisers have to follow, it can make your head ache.
Listen in to Bryan's conversation with Jeff Morley, chair of Utah's Appraisal Licensing and Certification Board, about how to navigate all those rules and avoid the kinds of common appraisal mistakes that can lead to complaints against appraisers.
Tune into our YouTube channel on November 30 for a full hourlong webinar with Jeff Morley and Bryan Reynolds, as they dive deeper into regulations, common errors, and protecting yourself from complaints.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Join Bryan and his business partner Hal Humphreys, host of the Appraisal Buzzcast, as they share a few ghost stories:
- Hear about the famous case of the Haunted House on the Hudson and the "Ghostbusters Ruling,” a legal opinion stating that "as a matter of law, the house is haunted."
- Find out how real estate agents deal with houses that just feel "off" — by hiring "home energy cleaners" to perform exorcism rituals.
- Learn what a "real estate damage economics" specialist meant when he said, "I don't believe in ghosts, but I believe in markets."
Don't miss this thrilling, chilling episode about superstition and stigma and perception, perception, perception.
Check out Bryan's Nov. 6 course on this topic: Appraising Limited Market Properties
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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How do you support your appraisal adjustments ... or DO you?
In order to make market based adjustments, don't you have to analyze the actions of market participants? Please say yes. There's more to supporting your opinion than plotted sales and trend lines. What we call "the market" is really just people making decisions about buying homes. And those decisions aren't always rational.
Join Bryan and his guest Brent Bowen as they discuss Brent's fascinating new course that takes human psychology into account. Check out "Creating Formulas That Work" in the Appraiser eLearning catalog.
*note: The next session of Brent's class will be live via Zoom on October 31st:
Creating Formulas That Work, 10/31/23
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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Is AI taking over the world? Not quite yet. But even now, AI can definitely be helpful to businesses willing to embrace change.
Bryan sits down with Tony Pistilli to talk about a company that uses technology to "look" inside houses and identify the objects and materials it sees.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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Bryan speaks with guest Luke Tomaszewski, CEO of ProxyPics, about another service that can assist appraisers — and potentially provide opportunities for appraisers and trainees who might need some work.
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Bryan sits down with the Michelle Bradley, Chair of the ASB, to talk about the 2024 Edition of USPAP. What are the changes, and when is it coming out? What's the ASB working on now? These questions and many more are answered during this interview.
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Bryan sits down with Shawn Telford, chief appraiser with CoreLogic. Listen in as they discuss technology in the appraisal profession and engage in a deep conversation of the much anticipated Practical Application of Real Estate Appraisal, PAREA, which is now being offered as an alternative to the traditional trainee/supervisor path to gain experience to become a licensed or certified real property appraiser. You won't want to miss this conversation.
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Bryan recently met two brothers at the Association of Texas Appraisers (ATA) meeting outside of Austin, TX. Victor Cornejo is a licensed appraiser, and Joshua Cornejo is a trainee; both are gearing up to take the certified residential exam.
Listen in as these appraisal brothers describe their path to building a new appraisal practice during this trying time.
See the Appraisal Brothers' site: https://appraisalbrothers.com/
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Meet Bryan's guest Zaire Harris, a tenacious aspiring appraiser who relocated for training and even rode a bike to work every day for awhile. Listen to his inspiring story of endurance and determination.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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BREAKING NEWS: Last week we published a special edition about the Rapattoni cyberattack that shut down the MLS in 12 states and how this affects appraisers. Yesterday Freddie Mac weighed in—in an email to their subscribers explaining what the outage means for appraisers and lenders and suggesting some temporary workarounds (such as RPR).
Listen in as Bryan and Scott Reuter remind us of Certification 12 and reiterate that appraisers should only complete assignments when we're "confident the results are credible." That means appraisers in affected areas may need to inform clients that they cannot complete certain appraisal assignments. Scott Reuter also stresses that lenders should not pressure appraisers to complete assignments while data is inaccessible.
You can subscribe to future Freddie Mac email updates at this link.
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Bryan speaks with Gregory Shapiro, a practicing appraiser with 45 years of experience. Listen in as Shapiro looks back on the nearly half-century of appraisal industry history he's seen and explains what he means when he talks about a "broken appraisal business model."
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BREAKING NEWS: As you may have heard, a cyberattack has shut down Rapattoni, a property data provider, leaving realtors and appraisers in 12 states without access to MLS data. How will this affect your appraisal reports if you work in the affected areas?
Listen in as Bryan reviews what USPAP says and suggests ways for appraisers to handle appraisal work if you don't have the data tools you need to create credible results.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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At Valuation Expo last week, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac unveiled their game-changing UAD redesign. We've got the inside scoop for you.
In this episode, I'll give you my take on the redesign. I also pulled aside some practicing appraisers right after the session broke and asked for their real-time reactions. Listen in to hear what fellow appraisers had to say about these groundbreaking changes in appraisal reports.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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"Appraisers are so much more — researchers, investigators, problem solvers, data analysts, tech junkies & in some cases, mathematicians." Meet Bryan's guest, McCall Hedrick, a certified residential appraiser who is tired of all the negativity and said so in a recent LinkedIn post. Listen in! We'll talk about it.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into one of the most crucial aspects of the appraisal profession: the highest and best use analysis. Listen in as Bryan guides you through the intricate world of USPAP reporting requirements for highest and best use analysis, the cornerstone of every appraisal.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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Meet Jim Morrison and Karen Connolly, and hear all about Appraisal Buzz, Appraisal Buzzcast, and Valuation Expo, an appraiser conference in August.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
Learn because you want to, not because you have to.
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What's it like to launch your own appraisal practice right before a slowdown? We'll hear from Bryan's guest, Kory Giddens, a sharp young appraiser who's had to market himself very creatively after starting his career at a frightening time—just as interest rate hikes jolted the market for his services.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Bryan's special guest Lisa Meinczinger, SRA, AI-RRS, ASA, CRP, RAA, CDEI, discusses the need for qualified appraisers to take on relocation appraisal assignments for companies that buy and sell property to support employee transfers. Bryan and Lisa talk about how to expand your practice and market yourself in this field, which is considered interest-rate safe. Even better: there's no client pressure, and the fees are higher.
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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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At the recent AARO conference, Bryan Reynolds ran into an old friend, Ernie Durbin, who told him about a great lady who may just be the oldest living SRA.
That great lady is Ernie's mom, Fran Durbin, who is 97 years old. Listen in as Fran looks back on a profession she loves and misses, and as her son reflects on following in his mother's footsteps.
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What would it mean for a person to be in a state of "permanent beta"?
In this episode, Bryan hosts Entrepreneur Magazine editor-in-chief Jason Feifer to talk about his new book,Build for Tomorrow: An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing Your Career. They talk about four common phases people pass through when they're facing change and how we can be so open to adaptation that we exist as a constant work in progress — a state of permanent beta.
"We spend far too much time debating whether or not something should happen when it already has happened," says Feifer. "So why don't we instead spend that energy figuring out how to make the most of it?"
Listen in as Jason and Bryan talk about how we can make the most of inevitable change—by being open to the widest possible range of possibilities for ourselves.
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In this episode, Bryan talks about a new descriptive term he saw in an appraisal report. He was initially skeptical but has changed his tune about it. And he reviews a section of the URAR that some appraisers are not filling out correctly. Are you sure you're getting it right? Tune in and find out.
The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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In this episode, we explore the powerful message of "You Are a Problem Solver: Don't Let Limiting Beliefs Stop You" and the timeless lessons of "Who Moved My Cheese."
Listen in as Bryan dives deep into the ways in which humans,especially appraisers, resist change and the importance of embracing new opportunities. Learn how you can overcome limiting beliefs and develop a growth mindset that will enable you to become a more effective problem solver.
The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
We're here to help our fellow professionals. Our motto: Learn because you want to.
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Are you in compliance with the change that we learned about on January 18, 2023, which came into effect on April 18, 2023? Do you know what the policy changes are? Listen in as Bryan shows you where to find the source of the changes and highlights a few details and some common problem areas of policy.
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Jim Baumberger has said appraisers are living in a post-FIRREA world. In this episode, he explains what that implies. We get his perspective on Fannie Mae's Selling Guide Announcement (SEL-2023-02) regarding Value Acceptance and what it means to appraisers and users of appraisal services. And Ben Maxwell joins us to debrief last week's webinar with Fannie Mae's Lyle Radke, which had a huge audience with very strong opinions.
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AeL partners Bryan Reynolds and Hal Humphreys talk about upcoming events where you can see them live and in person—and get some CE instruction! Also, tune in on March 23 for a live webinar with Lyle Radke answering questions about Fannie Mae's recent announcement.
The Appraisal Report Webinar: Debriefing Fannie Mae's Selling Guide Announcement (March 23rd, 10am CT on YouTube)
ACTS Conference, April 1-4 (Sacramento, CA)
AeL Roadshow - Diversifying Your Practice, May 1 (Nashville, TN)
Valuation Expo - August 7-9 (Las Vegas, NV)
Appraisal Summit - September 16-19 (Las Vegas, NV)
More Roadshow dates TBA (Atlanta, Colorado Springs, Salt Lake City)
At Appraiser eLearning, we're here to help our fellow professionals. Our motto: Learn because you want to.
We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Listen in as Bryan breaks down why some appraisers may need to upgrade their professional tools ASAP — to make their lives easier and their businesses more efficient. He shows some old tools and some new ones and even tries to break his iPad on screen.
At Appraiser eLearning, we're here to help our fellow professionals. Our motto: Learn because you want to.
We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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How was your Monday? Mine was the Mondayest of all Mondays: I had $500 fly out of my hands. It's gone. But it's OK! I try to keep a positive attitude and be excited for what's next.
What is next? Join my dear friend, Miss Teresa Walker, and me to talk about what's going on with the NAA and their upcoming conference. —Bryan Reynolds
NAA: https://www.naappraisers.org/
At Appraiser eLearning, we're here to help our fellow professionals. Our motto: Learn because you want to.
We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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The Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) announced this week there will be a 5th Exposure Draft to the proposed changes to USPAP. Will they get this completed to have a new edition of USPAP by January 2024? Only time will tell, but they are running out of time. I also offer a quick tip in this podcast of how to secure some referrals for your services. Listen in to this fully packed episode.
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We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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We've got BIG news to share: Appraiser eLearning is growing. We've just acquired Valuation Expo and the Appraisal Buzz newsletter & podcast! We're still the same scrappy little company, but now we've got new ways to reach our community of appraisers with information, education, and networking opportunities. And we're thrilled to have the great team at Buzzcast joining forces with us.
Join Bryan and his guests, AeL partners Jim McLeod and Hal Humphreys, to discuss what's on the horizon.
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We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.
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Bryan brings in a solar expert appraiser, Mark Buhler, to discuss the valuation of houses with solar panels — and learns so much in this short podcast. Join the conversation about this upcoming trend of capturing natural energy.
Mark Buhler's upcoming class on appraising solar panels:
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What's happening that will soon impact appraisers?
USPAP is likely to change, and the Fourth Exposure Draft is out and waiting for your input. Craig Morley explains what an exposure draft is and why it's important for appraisers to get involved. Do you like and support the proposed changes or hate them? All interested parties are encouraged to comment in writing to the ASB before the deadline of February 3, 2023. Help shape the future of the appraisal profession!
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Bryan continues speaking with practicing appraisers to see what they are doing during these slow times. Barry Phillips is not just a boots on the ground appraiser; he's also on the NAA Board of Directors.
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What do breaking boards, paper airplanes, and appraisals have in common? Listen in as Bryan and Tim Anderson, MAI break it down. We discuss a variety of things that will help appraisers do their job better.
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Bryan sits down with Scott Cullen to discuss the market, workload and predictions for the new year. They also recommend appraisers gain additional education and learn skills that will sharpen their analytical tools.
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Bryan Reynolds talks with Jamie Owen, MNAA, HMS Aspen Appraisal Services about how to deal with times like these, when the appraisal business is slow. We discuss proactive strategies and how to maintain an optimistic attitude for the future. Appraisers will be around for a long time - will you continue to be one of them?
Bryan has a message for you from a sunny balcony in Sarasota, FL: Appraisers are stressed, worried and just scared. But things are going to be OK. Keep your cool, stay positive, and look at ways to create opportunities. As an appraiser, you have a tremendous asset: your knowledge and skill set as an appraiser.
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My last podcast included a thank you to a George who was a mentor. Today I have another George to thank. This George was instrumental in encouraging me and many others to teach, learn, give back and get involved, to try to improve the appraisal profession. This week's episode is a tribute to him. —Bryan Reynolds
Are you a trainee and need more experience on your experience log? Are you a Certified Residential Appraiser and would like an opportunity to advance to the highest level of licensure of a Certified General Appraiser?
Hear how Bryan went from a Certified Residential Appraiser to a Certified General Appraiser and how thankful he is for the opportunities that have come his way. Don't wait for opportunities to come your way,. Create your own opportunities.
Supply and demand are basic economic forces. As we know, the more scarce a desired product or service is, the higher the price. This means a small pool of valuation pros offering expert services like litigation support can command a good price.
Litigation appraising or support is an interest-rate safe field. People will always become deceased and get divorced (not in that order). Roads will be built and widened and easements needed. Listen in as Bryan and his guest, a litigation specialist, explain a great way to set yourself apart and make more money.
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How can you diversify your practice? Let us count the ways. In this episode Bryan hosts Rudy Robinson, an MAI and certified general appraiser with some very interesting specialties. Listen in and find out what they are.
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Do you work in your business or on your business? Can your business operate while you're on vacation? Listen in as Bryan discusses the importance of building your business and not just working IN the business. A discussion with Paul Ryll, who not only owns an appraisal business but multiple restaurants, will give you many things to consider if you're a business owner.
Bryan and his guest, Jason Covington, talk about the importance of appraisers coming together. There's a synergy with being around positive, like-minded people. Good things can happen for the appraisal profession if we could just come together and combine efforts. Jason Covington resisted getting involved for years. He finally jumped in — and is happy he did.
Consider giving others the gift of time. We all are very busy people these days, with to-do lists packed full of items. Seems like before you can get the last item checked off, more have been added to the list.
Time is scarce, so the best gift is sharing time with one another. If you can't meet someone in person, make a call. Send a card or even a small gift. You never know what an impact you can make on someone. Bryan received a gift and opened it during this podcast.
Bryan Reynolds hosts Dr. Ryan Alimo, a NASA machine-learning scientist who created a groundbreaking app for smartphones and tablets that helps appraisers, agents, and architects map out floor plans accurately and efficiently. It's called OPAL AI Scan To3D, and it may just revolutionize how we inspect and measure properties.
Link to OPAL AI: https://opaltech.ai/scan_to_3d
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Bryan speaks with a certified real property appraiser who specializes in properties that are contaminated or have a stigma. Are there such things as ghosts? Join Bryan and his guest as they discuss a case he was involved in which the house was deemed haunted.
How well do you know USPAP? How well should you know it? If you were in the hot seat, would you be comfortable answering questions about USPAP? Listen in as Bryan breaks it down to a less difficult look at appraisers' minimum requirements and ideas of how you can test yourself.
Have you ever met someone you felt you've known forever and had an instant connection? I did just that recently while lecturing in Columbus, OH. Listen in to learn more about this amazing appraiser, who also finds time to give back to this profession.
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Bryan lets you get to know a valuable member of his valuation team. You will enjoy listening to Preacher Shawn the trainee. He's a good fellow.
When you are slow, things get scary. But maybe this is just the opportunity you have been waiting for to bring on a helper — an administrative assistant, researcher, analyst, or even a trainee. Listen in as Bryan speaks with Peter Fontana and James Heaslet, Chief Appraiser, Department of Veterans Affairs.
Could an older mobile home compete for the same buyers as a newer custom-built home? Is it even remotely possible? Listen in as Bryan discusses one of the most important decisions an appraiser makes daily.
Bryan discusses the brand-new FAQ from Fannie Mae with a representative of Fannie Mae, Mr. Bryan Swartwood III. We dive deep into the just published July 2022 FAQ, which can be found at the following link: https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/media/30266/display
Listen in as the two Bryans highlight the questions and also dive into some questions that aren't on the sheet.
Our valuation team recently had a drive-by assignment and was prohibited from interviewing the property owner as it was in default services. There was little information available. What we could find provided conflicting property characteristics. Pressure continued from the AMC and they never provided what we requested. Listen in as Bryan pulls in two administrators from his team to discuss how they finally resolved this appraisal and AMC problem.
Josh Walitt, owner and lead consultant with Walitt Solutions, joins Bryan to discuss the AARO (Association of Appraiser Regulatory Officials) conference and the things they learned that will impact veterans, trainees, and aspiring appraisers.
Bryan Reynolds, trainee appraisers Sierra Alden and Kelsey Randall, and supervisory appraiser Pat Felvey talk about new events for aspiring appraisers, trainees, and supervisors at appraisal conferences. They offer a play-by-play of trainee events at the most recent Appraisal Summit and Acts Conference and dive into what’s ahead for future events.
Tim Wilmath, a Florida Certified General Real Property Appraiser, transitioned from an independent appraiser to the assessor’s office thirty years ago. He is now stepping back into his former role as a boots-on-the-ground appraiser. Listen to his take on how things have changed in the profession over the last three decades.
Bryan sits down with Lisa Desmarais, SRA Vice President, Appraisal Issues of The Appraisal Foundation to discuss the current edition of USPAP 2020-2021, which has been extended through 2022, at least. They dive into the current 7-Hour USPAP Update Course, exposure drafts (including the third exposure draft of USPAP), and The Appraisal Foundation's weekly podcast, "Appraiser Talk."
Host Bryan Reynolds and his guest Dave Towne dig deeper into the continuing need for actual human appraisers doing traditional appraisals — including in-person inspections and complex analyses — despite the proliferation of hybrid and desktop appraisals. And he suggests some tangible ways appraisers can adapt to new conditions in the marketplace, become more efficient, and make themselves ever more valuable.
Bryan brings in Dave Towne to discuss his recent newsletter article, "Appraisal ‘Reimaging.’" It's about how we can use existing tech to speed up our traditional appraisal processes — and remain essential players in a changing real estate industry.
Listen in as Bryan and Dave dig into hot topics like ANSI, desktop and hybrid appraisals, the requirement to inspect neighborhoods, and the alleged shortage of appraisers.
In our HUNDREDTH(!!) episode, Bryan celebrates by talking to a new listener who happens to be an employee. Her dad, a chemist, is now interested in the appraisal profession after hearing more of what his daughter is doing. She recommended he start listening to this podcast to learn more about the appraisal profession.
One night, her husband visited her mom and dad and has since begun listening as well. It’s a family affair. Listen to this new listener as she talks about Bryan, her family's interest in appraising, and some recommendations for any agents considering jumping into appraising.
Bryan's guest is Timothy Evans, SRA. Tim shares his background and his appraisal experience as well as how he has diversified his appraisal office. He stays busy, and many of the services he provides are considered “interest rate safe." In other words, if the rates go up he should still have plenty of work. Listen in to learn more about this special listener.
Bryan has big news!
But before sharing the big news, Bryan talks to a new listener after receiving a nice email. Have you ever binged watched a TV or Netflix series? What about a podcast? Timothy Evans, SRA says he did just that with my podcast. Bryan makes a surprise call to this new fan to talk about it.
The big news comes after a quick chat with appraiser Tim. Here is a hint……..ANSI Roadshow.
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Judging from the emails that have been rolling in, some appraisers are not at all happy with Fannie Mae’s recent decision to change their appraisal guidelines regarding measurement.
In case you missed it: Effective April 1, 2022, according to Fannie Mae, “Appraisers must follow the 2021 ANSI Square Footage-Method for Calculating - ANSI Z765-2021- when measuring, calculating and reporting the gross living area and basement square footage of the subject property. Loans are not eligible for purchase by Fannie Mae if the appraisal does not report the gross living area in conformance with this standard.”
In this episode Bryan suggests some ways to de-stress and take positive action — such as listening in on our upcoming webinar with Fannie Mae.
Do we all need an attitude adjustment for the New Year? Someone much smarter than I am once said, “Things aren’t as bad as you think.” That said, the opposite is likely also true: things aren’t as good as you might think. Either way, we as humans could do a whole lot better at appreciating what we have. Complaining comes easy.
When we receive a revision request, we prepare for a fight. Could we change that mindset? Be a little less defensive? Could this be an educational opportunity? This indeed might be a chance for us to gain a little knowledge. Listen in as Bryan and one of his trainees discuss a recent revision request and how they turned it into a teachable moment.
Do they have a bag full of Christmas goodies for appraisers?
Well, they DO have something coming to us. Or atus, depending on your point of view.
Bryan talks about some big changes Fannie Mae is sending our way regarding measurement standards. He concludes with a big THANK YOU to folks who checked on him after the recent horrific tornadoes in Kentucky — and tons of gratitude to all those who have donated to the Appraisal Relief Fund of The National Association of Appraisers. Helping fellow appraisers who've lost their homes to disaster — that's pretty much what the Christmas spirit is all about.
As an appraiser, do you check appliances when conducting an appraisal inspection/observation? What if it's an FHA assignment? After all, we need to assure the appliances are operational. So if you don’t test them, how do you confirm they work?
Listen to Bryan’s most recent experience in navigating this very scenario.
Are you meeting the needs of your clients? Are you turning down work? Most appraisers are so busy they can’t keep up, even with working extended hours, weekends, holidays; and their vacation (if they ever take one) has become a working vacation. When is the last time you took vacation without packing your laptop to handle some work while vacationing?
If we can't keep up and meet the needs of our clients, what’s the answer?
Listen in as Bryan shares his thoughts on some things that just might help.
We were taught (and continue to teach our kids) that practice makes perfect.
Is that even true? Is there such a thing as perfection? Maybe we should be teaching our kids, and reminding ourselves, that practice makes better.The same goes for us real estate professionals. The real estate market isn't perfect. Appraisers aren't perfect. Even USPAP isn't perfect. In fact, it actually states, "Perfection is impossible to achieve..."
Our standards and ethics recognize that no one can achieve perfection. Listen in as Bryan reflects on that idea — of perfection, ethics, and educating ourselves on what's realistic and what's attainable.
Do you have your Halloween costume ready? Maybe you don’t need one if you are a ghost. Are you an appraiser ghost?
Many appraisers are apparently becoming ghosts, which can be a frightful thing for the clients they serve and the communities in which the service is provided. Can you be disciplined for being an appraiser ghost and engaging in ghostly activities?
Bryan isn’t afraid of an appraisal ghost. But if you are an appraisal ghost, should you be scared? Listen in as Bryan sits down with Michael Simmons, Founding Principal and Co-President of AXIS Appraisal Management Solutions, Inc. to discuss this scary issue.
Do you do hybrid appraisals? What if the person doing the inspection part was an appraiser? Instead of doing the desktop appraisal part of the hybrid, would you be interested in doing the inspection? Listen in as Bryan sits down with Arizona appraiser Dave Park, who is focusing on the inspections part, to supplement his income as he nears retirement.
Create a Win, Win, Win strategy by bringing on helpers. This podcast is designed for trainee appraisers or wannabe trainees. What can you do to stand out from the crowd?
Bryan brings two Houston, TX aspiring appraisers into the hot seat for trainee talk. Listen in to their recommendations of what courses to take (and in what order) and creative ideas to find just the right supervisor to get you on your journey to become a real property appraiser.
ATA's Conference: Oct. 1 & 2, 2021 in San Antonio
https://www.txappraisers.org/events
What will happen if appraisers can’t service this overwhelming demand from their clients, because there just aren't enough hours in the day?
Is it time for a new disrupter in the appraisal profession? Something along the lines of Netflix, Carvana, Red Door, and Zoom?
Listen in as Bryan hosts guests Mark Walser and Josh Walitt to talk about what might be considered the Next Big Change. Hint: It's not a hybrid. It's a remote inspection. It's appraiser controlled.
And it's dropping this week at Val Expo 2021.
What is functional obsolescence and external obsolescence? Why are they called obsolescence? After all, physical depreciation is considered deterioration instead of obsolescence, so why isn’t it called physical obsolescence? Finally, what’s curable vs. incurable obsolescence and how does an appraiser ascertain if something is curable or incurable?
Listen in as Bryan examines these items to answer a practicing appraiser’s question.
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Appraising can be a thankless job. Bryan extends a sincere thank you to working appraisers, supervisory appraisers and nice appraisers willing to give back. Please consider thanking a fellow appraiser for their hard, sometimes unappreciated, work.
Let’s all be kind to one another. A kind word to someone will make their day and likely make your day as well.
Are you tired of Netflix, Zoom meetings, and remote working? If so, I have some good news. Appraisers and users of appraisal services are coming back together.
There is something great coming to Vegas, and it's by and for appraisers.
Listen in as your host Bryan Reynolds sits down with Joan Trice and Jim Morrison to discuss their exciting conference coming to Vegas in September 2021.
With more than half of the appraiser population in their mid-60s, retirement (or at least a work slowdown) might be around the corner. Have you thought about where you might like to retire...or slow down?
The wonderful thing about real estate is: no matter where you go, there's a need for agents and appraisers. Join Bryan and his guest, Sabrina Crooks, to talk about what it's like to appraise in paradise.
What's it like to be a family member of a hard-working appraiser? Are appraiser relationships impacted by the long working hours, stress, and heavy demands? Work, work, work, and then die – please tell me that is not your plan.
A listener reached out to Bryan on this topic, so he invited her and her husband to join the conversation. Bryan has a blast speaking with this interesting couple and he thinks you will love Piper and her husband, the appraiser (Dustin).
Are you thinking of retiring? Have you planned for the day when you exit the profession, or even slow down?
Bryan asked appraisers to consider an exit strategy that may help you and others for years to come: Become a mentor and secure your professional legacy.
Are you doing the very minimum to comply with USPAP and secondary market guidelines? Do best practices dictate you should do more?
Sometimes doing a little more on the front end can help keep the revisions down—and maybe even keep you out of hot water. Listen in as Bryan tells a story he recently shared with his trainee about best practices and thinking upstream.
Bryan asks attendees to share their reasons for going to the ACTS conference and their takeaways from the event. First time ACTS attendees Jason Covington, Nakia Manning, and Mark Skapinetz and Ken “Big Fish” Williams, second time attendee, give their account of the event.
Listen in as Bryan Reynolds travels to Bay St. Louis, MS for the Appraisers' Conference and Trade Show — and reflects on the NAA's 10 year-celebration. It's not too late to join him there!
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Look in the mirror. Do you like what you see on the outside? And what about the inside? Maybe you should fire yourself.
Listen in to hear why appraisers should remove themselves from certain tasks they are not best suited for. Like real estate is unique, so are we. Identify your best attributes and focus on those.
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NAA president and Appraiser eLearning partner Bryan Reynolds suggests two simple but powerful changes lenders could make to help appraisal companies grow their businesses and work more efficiently.
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Appraisers are busy. Remarkably busy. But have you given any thought to what is lurking in the shadows?
Shadow Inventory includes mortgage loans in delinquency, recently reinstated loans expected to become delinquent again, foreclosures, forbearances, REOs and others. This inventory is growing and is reported to be larger than the most recent housing crisis. Listen in as Bryan gives his thoughts on this increasing concern.
Appraisers have been super busy for the last many months and even years. It may seem counterintuitive to say this, but it's perfect time to secure more work.
You're in demand. Congratulations! Take this opportunity to seek new business from good new clients and to fire the lousy ones. Consider it weeding out the troublemakers after replacing them with some good ones.
Listen in to this interesting idea on expanding your business while busy.
Bryan sits down with two people working on becoming trainee appraisers. Listen to where they are and where they plan to go. Learn a simple trick to remember how many square feet are in an acre.
Many real estate professionals have taken precautions during this pandemic as we should, but we need to consider other safeguards to protect our well being on an ongoing basis — especially in the aftermath of an ice storm.
Listen as Bryan shares some close calls, what to avoid, and when to just say no.
Bryan had a student in a recent class who said he thought only the bank could order an appraisal. A few days later, a listener called Bryan’s office to ask some questions about what she can and cannot do as an appraiser.
Can an appraiser communicate the results of their opinion over the phone? How many hats do you wear? Can you provide valuation services when not acting in the capacity of an appraiser? Listen in as Bryan shines some light on what the many things a working appraiser can do. Although appraisers can’t do anything, appraisers can do almost anything.
Bryan sits down with two trainees, who share how they obtained their trainee licenses, including the classes required to do so and some recommendations for people wanting to become trainees. They also detailed their journey toward becoming certified appraisers, including courses taken, hours accumulated, test taking tips and getting stuck in the mud (literally).
Below is the link for The Real Property Appraisal Qualification Criteria, issued by The Appraisal Foundation, outlining the minimum requirements to become a trainee, supervisor, and certified appraiser. Keep in mind individual states and jurisdictions can have additional requirements exceeding the minimum requirements of the AQB.
Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria (appraisalfoundation.org)
You have been a trainee working hard, logging hours, learning all you can, and it finally all pays off – you pass the national exam! You are now a Certified Appraiser.
Now what? Do you have any idea what you are doing? Do you know how to run a business? Are you an appraiser or a business owner or both? At the request of a new listener to the podcast, Bryan reveals the history of his business — and offers ideas to you about how to achieve success.
Does the age-old issue of appraisers vs. agents and vice versa need to change? Agents can provide useful information to appraisers when verifying or confirming data for comparable sales, and appraisers can assist agents in measuring services and appraisals when they are faced with listing the challenging properties. Yet these two groups have traditionally not played together well. Listen in to Bryan’s conversation with Cany Cooke who, like Bryan, is also an appraiser, agent, and educator.
Most things change. If you don’t believe that look in the mirror. Can you as an appraiser impact change? Here is another chance for you to get involved as The Federal Housing Finance Agency, FHFA, had a press release on December 28, 2020 and have a Request For Information (RFI) on Appraisal – Related Policies, Practices, and Processes. The RFI covers four areas related to appraisals:
- Appraisal modernization;
- The Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) and the design of appraisal forms;
- Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) and appraisal waivers; and
- Valuation differences by borrower and neighborhood ethnic makeup.
Listen in to hear more about this important topic(s).
Press Release Link:
FHFA Issues RFI on Appraisal-Related Policies, Practices, and Processes | Federal Housing Finance Agency
Here is a link to the Request For Information from FHFA.
APPRAISAL-RELATED POLICIES, PRACTICES, AND PROCESSES (fhfa.gov)
After Bryan's USPAP class of nearly 50 students, three stuck around to continue the conversation: Ms. Patty Cox is a veteran appraiser of 44 years from a rural town in Nebraska; Mr. Gregory McDonald is from Dallas, Texas, has been appraising residential properties since 1985, and now specializes in rehab work and owner financing; and Ms. Amanda Hobbs, a trainee appraiser in Oklahoma, is about to become an official Certified Appraiser after two years on the job.
These four talk about Covid, busy appraisal times, virtual classes, retirement, the National Association of Appraisers (NAA) and a Christmas wish. As a bonus, behind-the-scenes magic maker, Ben Maxwell, makes a cameo appearance. Listen in to this fun conversation with practicing boots-on-the-ground appraisers.
A conversation with Kevin Melton, whose community had just been devastated by a hurricane, opened Bryan's eyes to the suffering that comes in the wake of disaster. Bryan vowed to find a way to call on the appraiser community to help fellow appraisers reeling from disasters, both natural and personal. From that idea, the Appraiser Relief Fund was born.
As President of the National Association of Appraisers, Bryan is proud to announce NAA’s commitment to help appraisers in need. Teresa Walker, NAA’s Administrator, sprang into action and established the fund.
To donate to the fund please click the link below:
The National Association of Appraisers - Relief Fund (naappraisers.org)
If you are an appraiser in need or know of an appraiser that needs assistance, please contact Teresa at info@naappraisers.org
What did you have for Thanksgiving Dinner? Me, a bologna sandwich along with a little pity party. Although I snapped out of it rather quickly, it prompted me to think of all of the blessings I have to be thankful for and also reminded me of many people who suffer from actual depression and the challenges involved with this disorder.
Globally, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. There are more than 3 million cases per year in the US of major depressive disorder so please reach out to anyone you know that you suspect may be suffering, especially this year with the pandemic. Lend them an ear, a hand or shoulder and try to get them help. Below are two numbers if you need help or know of someone that needs assistance.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
The Samaritans, a non-profit organization, offer emotional support to anyone who calls feeling lonely, depressed, suicidal, or just are looking for someone to talk to. Whatever the reason, you will get a trained volunteer who offers non-judgmental support. If you’re concerned about someone you care about in your life, they can also help with advice and resources.
You can call or text the Samaritans at any time: (877) 870-4673 (HOPE)
Have you ever been asked to appraise a house with 5 acres when it sits on 40 acres? Can you do it or should you do it? Let us examine USPAP as well as secondary market guidelines on this topic.
Listen in to hear Bryan’s take on this type of assignment request and what action you should take.
How do you measure a house and calculate square footage? How do your peers do it? Are you aware of potential changes coming to ANSI? Size matters! Join Bryan as he discusses this important topic with Mr. Hamp Thomas, Mr. ANSI. Please get involved and submit public comment on your thoughts to the pending changes to ANSI z765.
Public comments are accepted through November 8, 2020 via a web-based form at https://www.homeinnovation.com/z765.
Contact Hamp Thomas at pinehurstappraiser@gmail.com or 910-603-2690.
When I ask an audience or my students what is PAREA and what do they think about it, I rarely hear an answer. It is indeed difficult for any of them to opine on something they know nothing about. PAREA stands for Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal and might just be one of the biggest changes in the history of the appraisal profession.
Is it practical for someone to become an appraiser without ever having a supervisor? Listen in as Bryan tries to figure this thing out.
The AQB will hold a Public Meeting on Friday, October 16, 2020.
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NNZvw8RTT0ipT3dq0JkwWg
In this episode, Bryan discusses the importance of taking a break from the weekly grind. When is the last time you took a one-week vacation? Have you ever had a two-week vacation? Maybe you should consider mini vacations, developing a hobby, or simply engage in some non-appraisal functions.
As an appraiser it is difficult to take time off, but it might just be what you need to be more productive and simply recharge. Remember to live your life.
Have you raised your fee lately? Do you charge more for more work? Bryan had a client try to reduce his fee, but they did offer to pay him more the higher the value opinion. How do you think that went? Listen in to find out.
Bryan uses a real-life experience to demonstrate why you should check guidelines and policies for yourself and not just believe what someone says. They may be messing with you, deliberately deceiving you, interpreting the requirements differently than you would — or they might just be plain wrong.
Host Bryan Reynolds speaks with Kevin Melton, a real estate appraiser in SW Louisiana, about the widespread devastation in the wake of Hurricane Laura, his own personal losses, and the ways people come together to help each other after a disaster.
Bryan is trying to find ways to assist appraisers in need. If you would like to help, contact Bryan directly: 270-302-8866
If you would like to contribute to Hurricane Laura relief efforts, see the following links:
Red Cross
Community Foundation of SW Louisiana
You as the appraiser do the right thing: You appraise the subject property for what it is worth. The opinion of market value is less than the sales agreement. A week later the client or AMC asks you to analyze the new sales agreement. How do you handle this? Do you do it or just say no? Keep in mind this new agreement was not in place as of the effective date of the appraisal. Listen in as Bryan provides some guidance on this popular (necessary or unnecessary?) revision request.
have you ever had that call? You know the one: An angry property owner calls and wants to talk to you about the appraisal you performed on their property. How do you speak to them while still complying with USPAP? Can you resolve the issue? Is it better to just ignore the call, since they are not your client?
Listen to how Bryan handled three different cases involving The Angry Property Owner.
Bryan wants appraisers to stay connected and get involved. Are you connected? Are you involved? Do you really know what is going on with your profession? Bryan brings in guest Mark "Skap the Appraiser" Skapinetz to get his thoughts and suggestions on this matter.
Bryan is asking appraisers to get involved again. The AQB of The Appraisal Foundation is having an AQB Forum: The Future of Distance Education. Bryan brings in AeL's Ben Maxwell and Aaliyah Terrell to join the discussion of what appraisal education might look like in the future and to encourage all appraisers to participate in the upcoming forum.
It all happens August 12th, 2020 at 1:00 PM ET. Click the link below to register.
https://www.appraisalfoundation.org/TAFCore/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=081220
Bryan takes a few minutes to explain how powerful a simple thank you can be and then offers several “Thank You” comments to the appraisal community. He also updates his listeners on ANSI 2765 2020 and how interested parties can get involved.
Get involved! You can make a difference.
Are you ready for the change that's coming? Bryan Reynolds and his guests, John Dingeman and Hamp Thomas, explore possible changes coming to the ANSI Guide as we know it. Are they good or bad?
Thank you to all the appraisers and others who sent in public comments. Please participate in the meeting July 22, 2020 (12:00 - 4:00). It is open to the public.
Bryan Reynolds got a question in the mail about whether a trainee should sign an appraisal report or just be listed in an addendum. Listen in to hear the answer and more.
When a manufactured home has vinyl skirting, what's FHA's policy on how to deal with that? Host Bryan Reynolds called HUD to get a little clarity.
Host Bryan Reynolds shares a story about a great restaurant meal, where everyone executed their roles flawlessly. Why not run your appraisal firm like a well-organized commercial kitchen, with everyone playing as a team?
Bryan Reynolds hosts a discussion with Julie Jones about appraisal options, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac extending deadlines, and other appraisal issues in the Covid era.
Host Bryan Reynolds makes a strong case for adopting new technologies for collecting information, preparing reports, and sending them to your customers.
Host Bryan Reynolds speaks with Mike Holzheimer, editor of Valuation Review, about the need for appraisers to come together and exchange ideas, whether in person or virtually.
In response to a webinar guest's comment, host Bryan Reynolds explains the difference between a bifurcated and a hybrid appraisal report, and when a bifurcated report would be appropriate.
Host Bryan Reynolds talks to three ex-business associates about current Covid-19 measures they're taking and the pros and cons of taking on trainees and unlicensed assistants.
After a live virtual seminar, host Bryan Reynolds asked three seasoned residential appraisers to stay after class and chat about the state of residential appraisal in the pandemic era. Justin Gentry of rural northern CA, Carrie Lloyd from near Flint, MI, and Lisa Wilson of Charlotte, NC talked about what lenders in their areas were requiring in terms of desktop, drive-by, and full inspections — and the ways they expect the industry to change after all this is over.
Host Bryan Reynolds shares a few insights about how appraisers, in their reports, can be more transparent about their observations.
After a live virtual appraiser course, Bryan Reynolds spoke with three attendees about how clients and appraisers are adapting their work practices to the pandemic. Thanks to Tiffany Diamond of Mississippi, Carol Huffman of Arkansas, and Hannah Gossett of Kentucky for sharing their thoughts.
I had a bit of a difficult time with this podcast. We like to think we're invincible, immune, unaffected, but that's silly. We are, at the end of the day, all vulnerable. This chat with my long time friend and partner, Bryan Reynolds, brought that realization home, in stark reality and made it tangible and personal.
People, we damn near lost Bryan. Please give this podcast a listen. I've posted it here, largely unedited. This podcast is the epitome of authentic.
Hal Humphreys
Partner Appraiser eLearning
Could you appraise your mom's house? Can you base your fee on an appraised value? Or a listing price? Host Bryan Reynolds discusses these and other ethical questions appraisers face under The Ethics Rule.
Host Bryan Reynolds discusses the deceptively complicated problems that arise when measuring a house. Where should you start? Are there recognized techniques for measuring odd spaces?
A common sense discussion of comp photos: what's acceptable, what's not, and where to draw the line. Listen as Bryan Reynolds reflects on comp photos from the perspective of appraisers, agents, lenders, and AMCs.
Can you accept an assignment you're not competent to perform?
As an appraiser, there are lots of things you CAN do, but is there really an exception to the competency rule in USPAP? How does the question of ethics play into this? Host Bryan Reynolds discusses this popular topic, including some of the gray areas of appraisal assignments.
Where are we going in the appraisal industry, and how can we prepare for it?
Host Bryan Reynolds bumped into Craig Morley, president of the National Association of Appraisers, in Charleston, SC. Listen in as they discuss the future of appraisals, and how appraisers can stay relevant in a rapidly changing field.
Have you ever thought about adding a trainee?
For trainers, the pro side is that you'll have the opportunity to be a mentor. But the challenges are clear: It's time consuming and expensive, and the payoff is uncertain.
What about the pros and cons for trainees? How uncertain is the outcome for appraisers in training? Are the barriers to entry too high for people looking to get started in the profession?
Listen in as Bryan Reynolds talks with his newest appraiser trainee, Matt Damin, about the expectations and challenges he's faced as a professional hoping to change careers.
Quit throwing darts ... and stop guessing at adjustments. Although you are entitled to your opinion, as an appraiser, what recognized technique(s) are you using? How do you support your opinions?
Listen as Bryan Reynolds and George Dell discuss best practices for using recognized techniques to support your adjustments.
Host Bryan Reynolds reviews USPAP requirements for analyzing prior listings and sales of a subject property and comparables.
In this followup episode, our host Bryan Reynolds reviews the USPAP reporting requirements for hypothetical conditions and extraordinary assumptions.
Host Bryan Reynolds discusses extraordinary assumptions and hypothetical conditions, two of the most confusing concepts for appraisers to master. Reynolds defines the terms and the basics requirements, and goes on to clarify the differences between them.
On the most family-focused American holiday of the year, Bryan Reynolds reflects on the pressures of the job, the importance of taking time for the people we care about, and the things he's grateful for.
Host Bryan Reynolds speaks with Bobby Crisp, a certified residential appraiser in San Antonio with 28 years of experience. Crisp is also a certified USPAP instructor. In this episode, Reynolds and Crisp talk about ways solo appraisers can find help from their colleagues when they're stuck on a complex assignment.
Bryan speaks with Sarah Young, VP of Reverse Mortgage Operations and manager of underwriting and lending at Resolute Bank, about the appraiser-underwriter relationship. Young discusses common problems with appraisal reports and offers tips for how appraisers can avoid requests for revisions.
Host Bryan Reynolds sits down with Mike Dunn, vice president of client relations at Equity Solutions, to discuss the love-hate relationship with AMCs. Brad Bullard adds to the discussion with his knowledge from years of boots-on-the-ground experience as a certified residential appraiser in Michigan.
Laurie Egan, founding member and past president of the National Association of Appraisers, talks to host Bryan Reynolds about the common question: Why should I bother joining organizations like the NAA?
Residential appraisers: Why waste your resources delivering clients a full report — a product they may not actually even want — when what they're looking for is the appraisal ...i.e. the number itself? Here's Bryan Reynolds's full report on appraisal reports, and how best to communicate the results of our analysis to different homeowners with different needs.
At ATA in Austin, Texas, Bryan Reynolds catches up with Lamar Ellis—AKA "The Drone Guy" — in mid-flight. As president of Drone Education Services, Ellis discusses innovative ways to bring drone technology into real estate practice —without falling afoul of the FAA.
Host Bryan Reynolds talks with veteran real estate pro and instructor, Candy Cooke. She's founder of Cooked Real Estate, a Facebook online community popular with real estate agents, brokers, and appraisers looking for a network of supportive colleagues.
Host Bryan Reynolds speaks with Brandi Dunagan, an appraisal trainee in Texas, about getting started in the field and the importance of supportive professional organizations.
Host Bryan Reynolds speaks with Jeff Bradford of Bradford Technologies about how appraisers can work more efficiently by playing as a team — and tapping into other people's skills and knowledge.
In which Bryan Reynolds, your host, discusses bathrooms, bedrooms, bathwater, and babies.
What constitutes a bathroom? What does it take? Listen up and find out.
Are you selling yourself too cheap? Do you know what you're worth? Your host Bryan Reynolds talks about how to value your time, like a professional.
Another take on appraiser safety. How do you keep it safe out there. Bryan Reynolds has a few ideas. Check it out.
What do you do with a flying saucer? How do you even begin to measure a flying saucer. How do you handle unique properties? Melissa Bond, appraiser and educator from Mississippi, joins guest host Hal Humphreys to chat about best practices for appraising unique properties. Why you might consider taking that one off assignment and develop a niche for unique homes.
In which guest host Hal Humphreys chats with Melissa Bond, appraiser and educator from the deep south in Mississippi. We're talking today about appraiser safety. We're out there in the field every day, inspecting, measuring, interacting with property owners. Sometimes those property owners are not happy to see us. In this episode, Melissa shares some best practices for safety.
Bryan Reynolds is joined by Mark Buhler to discuss the complexities of "Green" valuations- how do you value green, energy efficient homes and solar panels? What do appraisers need to be aware of when valuing homes with green systems and features? Join Bryan and Mark for this discussion and learn something new about "Green valuation."
In which Bryan Reynolds chats with Hal Humphreys about investigations. Hal is a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser. He's investigated hundreds of cases. Find out what he has to say about what to do if you end up under investigation.
What do you do when you get sued? How should you respond to a subpoena? What do you do when you get a complaint filed against you? Join Bryan Reynolds, your host, as he quizzes Craig Capilla, attorney with the Franklin Law Group, about how to handle those troublesome times.
Bryan Reynolds, of Appraiser eLearning, chats with John Brenan, of The Appraisal Foundation, about USPAP and the industry in general. Tune in and hear what Mr. Brenan has to say about the state of the industry. This episode was recorded live at the Appraisers Conference and Trade show, an annual conference hosted by Appraiser eLearning and the National Association of Appraisers.
What is an appraisal conference? Have you attended one? Should you? Bryan Reynolds, you host, visits with Craig Morley, acting president of the National Association of Appraisers, to discuss the ACTS Conference. Appraisers Conference and Trade Show. This interview was recorded live at the Second Annual ACTS Conference in Salt Lake City, UT. Give a listen and learn why you should be involved in your local appraiser coalition and how you can benefit from attending the next ACTS Conference.
Ever had a hard time finding that third comp? You got two great sales, but just can't find the third one to fit the parameters. What do you do? Do you make one up? Do you leave it out? Check in with Bryan Reynolds and learn some ways to deal with limited sales data.
What is it going to take for appraisers to be considered professionals? Today we operate in a business, but sooner than later - if we play our cards right - we can be seen as professionals. Professionals, not tradespeople or just business people. Join Bryan Reynolds in this episode of The Appraisal Update as he discusses the profession of appraising real estate.
How much detail do you need to go into when reporting your observations? Do you have to report holes in screens? Don't all screens have holes? Join Bryan Reynolds on the AeL weekly podcast, The Appraisal Update.
Join Bryan Reynolds, of Appraiser eLearning, as he chats with "Billy," an appraiser who had a complaint filed against him. Not only did Billy overcome the complaint. It was 100% dismissed. He then sued the complainant and got a settlement. So, it's possible to no only overcome the bullying but to come out on top.
This episode is a must listen for all appraisers. We put ourselves out there on a daily basis. It's nice to know that when we do good work, we can beat the ill-tempered bullies of this world.
In this episode of The Appriasal Update, Bryan Reynolds chats with Jim Park the executive director of The Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC). The ASC is the body that regulates appraisal requirements, appraisers, and - generally speaking - all things appraisal related. Join Bryan and Mr. Park as they discuss the state of the appraisal industry, where we are and where we're going. This episode is a little longer than normal, but we thought the content was useful and important.
Bryan Reynolds chats about highest and best use and ways we might consider this foundational appraisal issue. How do you address issues of adaptive reuse? How do you deal with a property that’s unique? HABU isn’t always a foregone conclusion. Listen to Brian talk about the ways to consider this section of the appraisal, one of the most overlooked - yet most important parts of the process.
A kick in the head can be a great learning opportunity. Have you ever been kicked in the head? Sometimes, we need a swift knock to the noggin to drive home a point.
This episode - Pain
Take the time to build your toolbox with ways to make money. Don't avoid jobs just because you have a notion that it's outside of your normal appraisal practice. You can work as a consultant. We suggest you do, when you get the opportunity.
Sometimes, we kick Bryan Reynolds in the head just for fun. Join us for this episode of The Appraisal Update and discover another tool for your money-making toolbox.
In which Bryan Reynolds talks about basements. Can you trust the homeowner?
Hal Humphreys here. Along with Bryan Reynolds, I produce this podcast and help with educational development here at Appraiser eLearning. I once had a basement issue with a house that I owned.
I sold my first home in Green Hills in Nashville several years ago. An agent wanted to show the house to her client and scheduled a showing on a weekend. It had rained - a lot - the previous week, like several nights in a row. The basement leaked, normal for the area. But I was living about an hour south of Nashville and hadn't been to the house in several days. Unbeknownst to me, someone had unplugged the sump pump. The basement was a deep flowing river. The agent, who happened to be Jim (partner in AeL) McLeod's mother, was shocked. I think she doubted my trustworthiness as I had told her the basement leaked, but it wasn't a problem - since we had a sump pump that kept pace with rising water levels. I had been telling the truth, but someone had unplugged the sump, so there was about five feet of standing water in the basement. She did not sell the house to her client.
Always check the basement. Always check the homeowner's statements.
In which Bryan Reynolds talks about property inspections and USPAP.
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