The Appraisal Foundation

Appraiser Talk

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Join Lisa Desmarais and Amy Timmerman as they answer your questions about the appraisal profession. Submit your own questions to amy@appraisalfoundation.org.

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Episodes

Episode 97: "Can a realtor also be an appraiser?" 20.03.2023 4:52

This week, trustee Frank Gregoire joins the show to talk about being a realtor and an appraiser

Episode 96: "Would an appraiser that performs an eminent domain appraisal that either ignores, or is unaware of, relevant eminent domain case law be in violation of the Competency Rule of USPAP?" 13.03.2023 3:25

This week, Amy and Lisa welcome ASB Vice Chair Nicholas Pilz to the show to discuss the nuances of the Competency Rule.

Episode 95: "How does an appraiser select comps?" 06.03.2023 9:04

Amy and Lisa dive into a big topic on this week's show: comp selection.

Episode 94: "If I want to change something in a report that I already delivered, how do I best do that? 27.02.2023 6:56

Lisa and Amy return to the topic of appraisal reports and discuss the process for making a change or updating a report that has already been delivered.

Episode 93: "Can an appraiser critique my appraisal without doing an official appraisal review?" 21.02.2023 4:17

This week, Amy and Lisa discuss the definition of an appraisal review and take a closer look at what constitutes an official appraisal review.

Episode 92: "Is there a maximum length of time for you to complete your education?" 13.02.2023 3:49

This week on the show, Amy and Lisa take a closer look at the minimum education requirements in the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria and whether there are any time restrictions included in those requirements.

Episode 91: "Do I need a new engagement letter to add a borrower?" 06.02.2023 6:14

Amy and Lisa discuss the ins and outs of engagement letters and role they play in an appraiser's work.

Episode 90: “Is the appraisal profession growing? What is attracting people to the appraisal profession?” 30.01.2023 5:26

This week on the show, Lisa shares what got her interested in the appraisal profession and what is attracting others to become appraisers.

Episode 89: "Is it possible for an inspection to expire?" 23.01.2023 6:56

Lisa and Amy take a closer look at inspections this week.

Episode 88: "How can I confirm that an individual is a Certified General Appraiser?" 17.01.2023 5:44

On this week's episode, Amy and Lisa explore the ASC's national registry for appraisers and other ways an individual can determine the credential an appraiser holds.

Episode 87: "How often does the AQB meet, and is there a schedule?" 09.01.2023 2:27

This week Director of Engagement Aida Dedajic joins the show to talk about the AQB's annual work and meeting schedule.

Episode 86: "How does USPAP define market value?" 03.01.2023 6:25

In the first Appraiser Talk of 2023, Amy and Lisa dive into the topic of market value.

Episode 85: "A lender wants a reinspection done on a home. Is this a new assignment?" 19.12.2022 6:07

On the last episode of Appraiser Talk for 2022, Amy and Lisa talk about the importance of USPAP definitions and look at the definitions for an assignment and scope of work.

Episode 84: "Where does it state an appraiser has to have a license to complete FRTs?" 12.12.2022 3:57

This week, Amy and Lisa explore federally related transactions and how they fit in with the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act (FIRREA).

Episode 83: "What kind of appraiser do I call who can appraise a property that allows for both residential and commercial?" 05.12.2022 4:39

This week, Amy and Lisa are back to their regularly scheduled programming. To kick off December, they take a closer look at competency.

Special Episode 4: Scott Reuter on Analyzing Market Conditions 30.11.2022 4:12

In this special episode, Scott Reuter, Chief Appraiser and Director of Evaluation at Freddie Mac, joins Amy and Lisa to discuss analyzing market conditions.

Episode 82: Four Special Episodes Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation 28.11.2022 4:02

In this final episode of Appraiser Talk's special series celebrating the 35th anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation, Amy and Lisa explore where the next 35 years could take the Foundation and the appraisal profession.

Episode 81: Four Special Episodes Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation 21.11.2022 4:01

As Appraiser Talk's special series celebrating the 35th anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation continues, Amy and Lisa look back and look ahead on the development of appraiser qualifications.

Episode 80: Four Special Episodes Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation 14.11.2022 6:32

Join Amy and Lisa as they continue their special series this month celebrating the 35th anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation. This week, they look back on the last 35 years of appraisal standards.

Episode 79: Four Special Episodes Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of The Appraisal Foundation 07.11.2022 5:57

The Appraisal Foundation is celebrating its 35th anniversary this month! Join Amy and Lisa as they take a look back at the last 35 years and look ahead to the future. Each week, they'll examine a new topic relating to the appraisal profession and The Appraisal Foundation.

Episode 78: "I am preparing to take the National Exam to become a Certified Residential appraiser. How should I study?" 31.10.2022 3:55

This week on Appraiser Talk, Lisa and Amy welcome their colleague JoEllen Alberts to the show to discuss the National Exam.

Episode 77: "What is an appraiser valuing when they do an appraisal on my home?" 24.10.2022 8:25

This week on Appraiser Talk, Lisa and Amy dive into the question, "What is an appraiser valuing when the do an appraisal on my home?" Tune in to learn more.

Episode 76: “What is the difference between subjectivity and objectivity?” 17.10.2022 3:40

This week Amy and Lisa welcome former Appraisal Standards Board Chair Barry Shea to the show to talk about the difference between subjectivity and objectivity.

Episode 75: "When appraisers pick comps, do they mainly consider how similar the features of the house are to the subject property house?" 11.10.2022 8:17

This week, Lisa and Amy do a deep dive on comp selection.

Episode 74: "What does it mean if a trainee signs a form?" 03.10.2022 5:49

This week, Amy and Lisa are discussing signatures, trainees and what it all means in the context of USPAP.