Appraisal Buzzcast

As the UAD 3.6 transition approaches, lenders face a unique set of challenges. In this episode, Hal Humphreys sits down with Simon Blackburn , Founder and CEO of MtgeFi , to explore how lenders are preparing for the new reporting standards, expanded data requirements, and operational changes ahead of the November 2nd mandate. Simon shares insights into lender readiness, common roadblocks, and what...

How do you defend your adjustments in the era of UAD 3.6? Today, Hal Humphreys sits down with Solomon co-founder Scott Cullen to discuss why objective, data-supported adjustments are becoming even more essential. They explore practical methods for supporting market change and living area adjustments, the growing role of data visualization, and how appraisers can better document their analyses in a...

As the November 2nd UAD 3.6 mandate approaches, appraisers are facing important decisions about the tools they'll use moving forward. In this episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal sits down with Kim Angellone, Program Director at ACI, to discuss ACI Sky Workbench's recent verification by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for UAD 3.6 compliance. Kim shares insights into the verification process...

There have been a lot of big changes this year around UAD 3.6, and today, we're talking about one change that includes a $40 million dollar figure. In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Robinson and Jeremy Potter from True Footage to discuss the company's vision for the future and their perspective on where the appraisal industry is headed. From data-driven innovation to career growth...

In this episode, host Hal Humphreys sits down with Jeff Bradford, Founder and CEO of Bradford Technologies, to discuss the evolution of appraisal software. For nearly 40 years, Jeff Bradford has been helping shape the technology appraisers use every day. Today, Hal and Jeff discuss his company's journey to GSE verification for UAD 3.6, why the company chose to build an entirely new platform i...

As the appraisal industry races toward the UAD 3.6 transition, new software platforms are entering the spotlight—and one of the newest comes from an unexpected place. On this episode, host Hal Humphreys talks with Narainder Chandwani, founder and CEO of ApprAIz, about building a GSE-verified appraisal platform from a technology-first perspective. They discuss what UAD 3.6 means for appraisers, how...

The appraisal profession is facing massive change, but according to published author, keynote speaker, and podcast host Eric Zimmer, the real battle is not happening in the software. It's happening in our minds . In this episode, Eric Zimmer joins Hal and Jim to talk about why change is a skill, how the stories we tell ourselves shape our resilience, and why small, consistent adjustments matt...

In today's episode, Hal Humphreys talks with Bryan Reynolds, Partner at Appraiser eLearning and host of The Appraisal Update Podcast, about one of the industry's biggest challenges: bringing new people into the appraisal profession. Bryan explains how the Practicum for Training New Appraisers creates an alternative path for trainees, why mentorship still matters, and what appraisers can...

What happens when an appraiser stops thinking like “just” an appraiser? In this episode, Hal Humphreys sits down with Michael Tidwell II—investment sales broker, Certified General Appraiser, and professor—to unpack a career that’s moved from residential reports to high-level investment advisory. Tidwell shares how working across residential and commercial valuation reshaped the way he defines valu...

A major acquisition, a fast-growing corner of the lending world, and a reality check on commentary in UAD 3.6. Today, Hal and Jim sit down with Bill Waltenbaugh, Chief Appraiser at Nationwide Appraisal Network (now part of Stewart Valuation Intelligence), to unpack what this new chapter means for both appraisers and their clients. From the nuances of non-QM and private money lending, to the role o...

Fresh off the plane from Seattle, we’re breaking down the biggest moments from this year’s Appraisers Conference and Trade Show (ACTS) . From packed sessions on UAD 3.6 to the conversations shaping the future of valuation, we’re sharing what impacted us most, and what's next. We’re joined by industry veteran Jason Covington , who was just installed as Vice President of the National Associatio...

Staff vs. fee panel. It’s one of the longest-running debates in appraisal history, and today we’re going to address it. Hal is joined by Todd Rasmussen of MARRCH Valuations to break down the staff appraiser model, explain why he believes it’s the future of valuation, and explore what it means for quality, consistency, and the evolving demands of lenders and appraisers alike. Todd's Top 5 Ways...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. In this episode, we’re introducing the winner for "Instructor of the Year". They'll discuss his journey into teachi...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. In this episode, we’re introducing the winner for " Rising Star of the Year ". They'll share their journey into the...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. In this episode, we’re introducing the winner for " Mentor of the Year ". They'll explore the barriers facing aspir...

It’s been a big week in Washington—and appraisers should be paying close attention. In this episode, John Russell of ValuSight Consulting joins us to break down key appraisal-related provisions in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act , including potential changes to FHA eligibility, cross-border licensing, and new pathways for trainees entering the profession. We'll also dive into the major n...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. These folks inspire us, and we hope they'll inspire you, too. In this episode, we’re introducing the winner for "Lender...

In this episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast , Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys welcome Chris Williams , President of AIMSdashboard , to break down the behind-the-scenes coordination that made the industry’s first completed UAD 3.6 appraisal possible. Chris shares how the opportunity came together, the role he played in aligning the appraiser, lender, and technology partners, and why collaboration was...

UAD 3.6 is a fundamental shift in how appraisal data is structured, collected, and delivered. But what does this actually means for your day-to-day work? In this episode, hosts Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys sit down with Ken DeFeo of Fannie Mae and Sean Murphy of Freddie Mac —two of the key minds behind the development of UAD 3.6. Together, they unpack why the redesign was necessary, how UAD 3.6...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. These folks inspire us, and we hope they'll inspire you, too. In this episode, we’re introducing the winner for "AMC of...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. These folks inspire us, and we hope they'll inspire you. Between now and Valuation Expo, we’ll host one of those winners ever...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. These folks inspire us, and we hope they'll inspire you. Between now and Valuation Expo, we’ll host one of those winners ever...

One of the appraisal industry’s biggest events of the year is back. In this episode, Hal and Jim are joined by Barry Phillips, incoming President of the National Association of Appraisers, to talk about the return of the Appraisers Conference and Trade Show (ACTS) this April in Seattle. Barry shares what makes ACTS different from other conferences, how the event stays relevant in a rapidly changin...

As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellent, ethical professionals. These folks inspire us, and we hope they'll inspire you. We tallied your votes and announced the 2026 Buzzy Award Winners her...

Short-term rentals are one of the fastest-growing (and most misunderstood) segments of the appraisal world. In this episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal and Jim sit down with Erik Morin, CEO of AtlasVMS, to unpack why STR appraisals are so difficult, where traditional tools fall short, and how new data-driven solutions are changing the game. Erik introduces Atlas STR Insight, a new form built sp...