AdjusterTV Radio

In this episode, Matt and Garrett from OneClick Code talk about DEAD SIMPLE building code reports for your claims that are inexpensive and that will help you write better claims and give you ammunition when contractors come at you with the old “it’s code in this area so you have to pay for it” line. Description of OneClick Code What are codes and how do they work, including jurisdiction How codes...

In this episode of AdjusterTV Radio, Matt chats with Cesar and Sidney from Pacesetter Claims Service.  We cover a LOT of ground, including: Desk adjusting is coming back Single adjuster days over? What is a TPA? How is Pacesetter different with training? Pacesetter is new adjuster-friendly How Pacesetter is using the latest tech COVID and adjuster job security Matt's tech/McDonald's rant...

In this episode of AdjusterTV Radio, Matt interviews Dave Hall, a public adjuster who used to be an independent adjuster: Why would an IA switch from being an IA to a PA What is a PA and the difference between an IA and a PA? Best practices when working with a PA - should you be scared of PAs? What to do when the PA has a MUCH higher estimate for damages Adjuster Opportunity: dispute resolution Ho...

Matt interviews the Senior Vice President of Product at Xactware (Verisk): Roadmap for Xactimate and Xactanalysis - what's coming down the pike for these vital tools Why automation will make adjusters more effective and more money Aaron and Matt talk about creating adjuster stats and how that could be integrated into Xactimate/Xactanalysis What laptop should an adjuster get to run Xactimate -...

Jon Isaacson, author and podcaster, joins Matt on the AdjusterTV Radio show.   Topics: How Matt and Jon got into this business Advice for new adjusters on how to deal with contractors - from a contractor Which is better: contracting or adjusting? How to learn construction The value of fully learning estimating software How to build efficiency and speed while estimating A few big claims versus a bu...

Matt and Chris Stanley from IAPath.com talk about the current and future states of the claims adjusting industry plus stories from the road: Diversifying as a claims professional Adjuster roadmaps  The opportunities for adjusters in the insurance industry Why experienced adjusters don't count on major hurricanes to make money Scoper/Writer programs Learning different policy types Transitionin...

In this episode of the AdjusterTV Radio video podcast, Matt and James talk about how to shorten learning curves including construction and resources for learning construction, claims volume vs high fee bills, should you try to negotiate fee bills and mileage, and so much more. Thank you for being an AdjusterTV Radio listener!  Please visit adjustertvplus.com and use coupon code PODCAST for a free...

In this episode, Matt and James talk about what desk adjusting really is and what it's all about.  Plus so much more: the definition of a desk adjuster why virtual assist isn't going away how technology is affecting claims  how body language makes for a better adjuster how to keep from getting bit by dogs how insurance companies save money on claims which companies have scoper/writer pro...

Matt and Jeremy from Adjuster University sit down for a LONG chat about why adjusters should run their careers like businesses AdjusterTV is proud to partner with the finest organizations in the industry: The Special Operations of Adjuster Training: Veteran Adjusting School. https://www.adjustertv.com/vas All licensing and CE in one place: AdjusterPro.  https://www.adjustertv.com/adjusterpro Get E...

In this episode: Hourly vs component pay desk vs field James’s first hurricane deployment and how he ended up working in the help room performance cuts/quitter claims ALE and mandatory evacuations how to pass the State Farm certification exam never wear shorts into a cat office the chaos and confusion of a cat deployment - even in 2020 adjuster teams including husband and wife teams how many claim...

How to set reserves when a PA is involved.  What’s the point of a GLR?  Transitioning from staff to IA.  What are the advanced levels of claims handling beyond cat and dailies?  How to take a vacation as a cat property adjuster.  The best business book for adjusters.   Thank you for being an AdjusterTV Radio listener!  Please visit adjustertvplus.com and use coupon code PODCAST for a free month of...

Welcome to the all new AdjusterTV Radio video podcast, episode 004. Matt and James tackle your questions and tell some stories from the road. Viewer questions: Emily G. - What are some good questions to be asking IA firms when interviewing with them?  Jerry E. Jr. - Heavy damage for newbies and triaging claims for adjusters at any level. James explains how he negotiates fee schedules. Matt and Jam...

Don't like ads?  Become a member for ad-free viewing at adjustertvplus.com Matt and James tackle your questions and tell some stories from the road. William W. says:  "I got [reprimanded] for writing an estimate that closely matched what a roofer's estimate actually came in at. It was a good and accurate estimate, but I had to tweak the XM8 criteria in order to get something closer...

Welcome to the all new AdjusterTV Radio podcast.  Matt and James tackle your questions and tell some stories from the road. Viewer questions: Chuck C. asks - preparing for deployment: what NOT to forget..  who what where when of asking for help on deployment..  support for newbies just starting daily claims Kelly P. asks - A good topic for newbies and some seasoned ones, would be working with PA&a...

AdjusterTV Radio - A video podcast that airs bi-weekly starting early February 2021 and feature hosts Matt Allen, James Mathis, and others.  The format is casual, informal, and occasionally irreverent (but still family-friendly).  The topics will appeal to more veteran adjusters and those who are already invested in the industry as well as folks new to the industry. We talk about: Scoping Xactimat...