The Appraiser Coach Podcast

Fannie Mae requires we specify the design for our subject and comps. How important is it that we get it right? Also, can you transfer an appraisal with the first client's permission? Tim Andersen, the Appraiser's Advocate, is here to answer these questions in another installment of Ask the USPAP Expert.

Did you know most millionaires are not heavily invested in the stock market? No, they spend their cash investing on things they can control. Where are you spending your time? If it is in complaining about the overall appraisal industry, you are missing out on a great opportunity to focus on what you can control.

Appraisers do not typically think much about marketing, but they should. Dustin shares two, fundamental principles that all marketers should adhere to.

There is an old marketing idea that one thing should lead to another. Dustin talks about your appraisal marketing strategy and how to get more conversions.

Dustin recently had two experiences with two different companies that left two very different tastes in his mouth. What kind of company culture do you have at your appraisal office?

Dustin was solicited recently by a company asking for a sign up fee? Is it worth it? Should you consider this as a normal business expense? Dustin gives his opinion today.

AB 5 went into effect on Jan 1, 2020. How does this affect appraisers as business owners or as individuals? Dustin breaks it down.

What does your future look like? Have you taken the time lately to get real about what a typical day looks like for you in two years? Dustin will take you through an exercise today that is essential if you want to start working toward a better life.

Has it really been five years since the Appraiser Coach Podcast began? Today, Dustin reveals the top five episodes of all time and talks about the five things he has learned as host of the podcast.

You will find that hiring a VA is different than hiring a local employee, but not by much. Dustin has hired many Virtual Assistants over the years and today shares some ideas on how to interview them for a job opening.

Dustin recently dished out $1,000 in vet bills. Why do we do things that, on the surface, do not seem logical? We do them for the same reason people buy houses.

There is an argument to be made that hiring an assistant from another country takes jobs away from Americans. Though it makes sense, it might not be reality. Dustin shares two reasons why hiring help from outside the U.S. may actually help the local economy.

Every appraiser should have a website, but you can have the best website in the world, and it means nothing if it is not seen. Today, Dustin gives a few helps to bring your appraisal website to the top of Google.

There is a big loophole right now as it refers to our clients. It has to do with who can do the inspection. Let's close that loophole!

The saying is attributed to Winston Churchill to help rally his people during the Second World War, but it can also be applied to your appraisal business. Dustin tells an impossible story of grit and determination in this episode.

What dates are you putting on your Fannie Mae forms? What is a fully executed contract and what is the contract date. Perhaps you have been doing it wrong?

Who is the most dangerous client? You might be working for this company right now and not even know it. Dustin tells you about this company and how to avoid them.

Dustin has a weekly routine that helps him get closer to his destination. It is call the Big Three and he shares it today.

The Veteran's Administration recently made a change to who is allowed to inspect the property. This is a big, big deal. This can potentially change the industry for good. Dustin breaks it down.

2020 is just around the corner. Do you have big plans, or will it be another, typical year? The choice is yours.

Most appraisers play two roles; one of appraiser technician and one of appraiser business owner. Do you get paid for those two roles? Are you separating them? Why would that be important? Join Dustin for this highly important episode.

Ok, so there is no such term, but it has meaning for Dustin. What is a huge sign of success? Being able to do what you want, when you want, with whom you want, because you want.

It is a question Dustin gets asked frequently; how do you take a two week vacation and not have everything fall apart? Today, Dustin tells you exactly how you can do it as a real estate appraiser.

It is nearing the end of the year. Take a listen to what Dustin does to make business decisions moving forward.

Friend of the program, Joel Baker, joins us today from a la mode. What is new with the mobile app? How about Titan Reports? What can we expect down the road from the software company Dustin continues to use daily?