The Appraiser Coach Podcast

Mark is a colorful guy and it is always a pleasure to have him on.  Today, he sounds off on AMCs, fees, and some of the other problems he sees with the appraisal profession.   �

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Murray Berg, long time appraiser and member of the Appraiser Coach's Dream Team Mastermind joins us to tell his story. Guess which famous clown's house he appraised?  

We spend time in the private domains of individuals.  Sometimes, we see or experience embarrassing things.  What do you do in those situations?  Comment below and let us know what you have seen and what you have done.  

Tim is back to teach us a little something about Highest and Best Use.  It may be the most important step in the appraisal process.  What is it, how do you do it, and what happens if you do it wrong?

A few weeks ago, Dustin described his opinion of the perfect appraiser vehicle.  Today, we take a break from the hard hitting stuff to talk about how to organize a vehicle to be as efficient as possible in the appraisal field.  Please share your ideas below.  

We are all, hopefully, on the watch for identity fraud, but are our appraisal reports considered 'intellectual property?'  Should we be copyrighting our reports?

There is a proposal to raise the deminimus requirements for appraisals in the commercial world from $250,000 to $400,000.  The AI is against it.  Full Story Here: http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/appraisal-institute-urges-caution-on-appraisal-thresholds/

The AQB is out with its 3rd exposure draft.  It is looking more and more like the four year college degree is going to go away, but what is going to replace it?  Can an appraiser really get certified without a mentor?  We have Isaac Peck from WorkingRE here to talk about it.  His article on the subject can be found here: http://www.workingre.com/aqb-digs-in-college-degree-exper...

Have one-off tasks that need to get done, but you do not want to hire someone full or part time to do it?  Introducing a great service Dustin uses called Fiverr.com.  

Every once in a while, Dustin slows down to catch up on listener mail.  Today is that day.  If you have any questions or comments for Dustin, please email him at thecoach@theappraisercoach.com

A few weeks ago, Dustin tacked the question of whether or not an unintended user should be able to file a state board complaint.  Today, he picks up on whether or not a borrower should be able to sue an appraiser.  The answer may surprise and delight you.

Jake Hamilton, Veteran and Licensed appraiser joins us to talk about his story.  Wait till you hear about appraising the wrong house... twice! 

You understand the Law of Delegation.  If you want to work smarter, you find others to help you, but how does it work in reality?  Sometimes the boots-on-the-ground application can be difficult.  Listen as Dustin shares a few principles to consider as you apply delegation within your office.  

Tim is back with us to help us understand what a misleading appraisal report may or may not be.  You might be surprised.  

What is the best vehicle for appraisal inspections?  Dustin explores three principles to consider using a recent purchase he made as a springboard.  Even if you are not currently in need of a new vehicle, this episode is worth a listen.  It  might change your mind.  

He claims to have "kissed the Blarney Stone" twice.  Originally from Ireland, but mostly raised in Boston and Maine, Joe now makes his home in South Carolina.  You will enjoy hearing about how he built a business of 10 appraisers and is now back down to just himself.  

Do you have the same problem Dustin encounters; being relied upon too much around the office?  Don't you just wish your employees would do more things on their own?  Perhaps this little acronym might help; WWYD

Fannie Mae made an announcement recently concerning unsupervised inspections by trainees. Actually, it was not a new announcement, but a clarification. What does this mean for the appraisal profession moving forward? Craig Morley is here to walk us through it. 

What a way to celebrate the 200 episode of the Appraiser Coach Podcast; with an episode about crap.  Well, as the saying goes, "Crap Happens," but how do you handle those days that are just, well, crappy?

Picking up where we left off last time, Brian Mathews helps us get a better understanding of USPAP and why we do the things we do as appraisers.

Dustin gets emails weekly from individuals who want to become an appraiser, but cannot find a mentor.  If you are in that boat, listen up while Dustin gives you a few tips.  

What do you do when the State Board approaches you with a complaint?  It is not as unusual as you might think and there are things you should do and things you should not.  Tim Andersen is here to guide us through the process.

Dustin just can't let it go!  In Episode 185, he attacked the Appraisersaurus's of our profession, but today he hits it again.  Just because your business model may be different than mine does not mean you are right and I am wrong.  Or does it?

Brain Mathews from California joins us today for a new game; USPAP Myth or Truth? How often do we blame USPAP or rely on USPAP to just justify the things we do.  Sometimes we may be right.  Other times we may not.  Let's find out what is true and what is myth with regard to USPAP.