The Appraiser Coach Podcast

It is not for everyone, but having a dog has helped Dustin to be a little less lonely in an otherwise lonely business. Meet Copper, Dustin's new puppy!

Could the 2008 Housing Crisis be avoided? What were the warning signs? Do we see some of the same signs today? What was the appraiser role and what should we be doing today to avoid another? Bill Black, Keynote Speaker at the 2018 Valuation Expo in Las Vegas sits down with Dustin Harris to answer these questions.

Sometimes it is good to get outside the comfort of our appraiser cave and see things through another perspective. As a homeowner, it is easier to see why certain things are such a big deal to homeowners.

Listen here as participants from the Valuation Expo talk about their reasons for being there.

The appraisal world is changing. Will appraisers have a job in three years? What can we do to position ourselves for the future?

Joan Trice from the Alltera Group sits down with Dustin Harris to talk about the Valuation Expo 2018 in Las Vegas and the exciting changes taking place in the appraisal profession.

My Assistant, Lee, hung up on an appraiser today. Why, and what can this experience teach you about good customer service? Join Dustin for the full scoop.

Ever wanted to go to the Appraisal Summit and Expo, but haven't been able to make it yet? What is it all about? Is it worth the trip? Listen in as the participants explain what it is all about.

These are different than agenda driven staff meetings. Listen as Dustin introduces the idea of a brainstorming meeting and how to pull them off successfully. Also, a little sneak peak into something coming soon.

There are many reasons to come to the Appraisal Summit and Expo, but a big one is all of the booths in one place. There are software vendors, AMCs, E&O Providers, and many other interesting offerings. In this episode, Dustin gives a sampling of what companies were in Vegas this year.

Greg Fandrick from ANOW software sits down with Dustin Harris at the Valuation Expo to make some major announcements. Whether you are a current customer of not, check this out.

Today, Dustin shares three big reasons why most appraisal offices suck and what you can do about it. He also shares some bonus material that you will not want to miss.

The law of delegation works, but do not trust it completely. How do you allow your employees to help you without giving them full access to the money?

There is a new appraisal related podcast in town. Real Value Podcast with Blaine Feyen is worthy of your time and Blaine joins Dustin today to talk about it.

What does your office set up look like. More importantly, how does that affect your productivity? Dustin explores that today.

Tim Andersen joins us again today to talk about the "other appraisal report," the Restricted Report. Today we will talk about what they are and what they are not. We will also talk about why an appraiser should use them to enhance business.

With his son and daughter leaving the nest and his high school reunion, Dustin gets philosophical about why we are appraisers and what does it all mean for the future.

What is the responsibility of appraisers with regard to the sex offender registry? Does living next to a sex offender affect value? Also, what about disaster inspections? Can appraisers do them and remain USPAP compliant? Tim Andersen joins Dustin today to discuss.

Dustin got on Facebook Live to show appraisers just what's going on.

What is bracketing? Why do we use it? What are its strengths and weaknesses? Tim Andersen joins Dustin to talk about this technique.

When you are looking at cost vs value, spec homes in the area can tell you a lot.

Dustin is joined by Hal Humphreys to talk about Appraiser eLearning and what every appraiser should understand about continuing (and non-CE) education.

You are a valuation expert. That means, when you are asked a question about real estate value, you should have an answer. Here are some principles about a question you likely get often: What will putting in an XXX do to the value of my home?

We have all had those phone calls; the angry home owner or agent after they get your appraisal back. How does Dustin handle those calls? He reveals a great system today that will help you next time you get that call.

Where does value come from? Well, there are a variety of factors, but supply and demand is an age old principle that still plays out.