The Appraiser Coach Podcast

Tim Andersen joins us again to talk about two items. First the ASB has announced there will be no update to USPAP this coming year. What does that mean for appraisers? Second, can you use help in other states or countries without it being a USPAP violation?

Many appraisers feel like Covid has kept them from the interactions they once had. Though that is true in one sense, in another, there has been more interaction.

In every salary base, there are those working over 60 hours per week and those working less than half that. Dustin explores why that is and what you can do to change it.

Sometimes we come to a raging river in our journey through life or business and think there is no way through. Door #1 is impossible. Door #2 does not look good. There is always a Door #3.

When you use the word “can’t ,” 99.9% of the time it is a synonym for “won’t.” Next time you find yourself using the word can't, change it to won't, and see if it changes your attitude.

The answer is, yes, but it is not what you think. If you have a need to get something to your VA in the Philippines, there is another resource.

There is a big difference between saying what you believe and who you are. In business, it makes all the difference.

We all have fears. It is part of life. When you voice those fears, however, you will be amazed at how they lose power over you.

Dustin recently purchased a cabin to be used as a Short Term Rental (AirBNB). What affect to STRs have on value? Are these commercial appraisals? We explore today.

Keeping track of your business and the numbers is essential for long term success. Today, Dustin shares a concept he learned from a Mastermind client that will help you keep track.

Tim Andersen joins us again for Dear USPAP instructor. First, we deal with PAREA and the new potential path for appraisers. Also, what about photos?

We may be a few weeks into the new year, but have you taken time to decide where you are going this year with your appraisal business. Accomplishment and success come down to intention.

Are cover letters/letters of transmittal a USPAP thing? What about other things that our mentor taught us? How much is a USPAP requirement vs client requirements vs just the way we have always done it? And can you appraise your neighbor's house? Tim Andersen, The Appraiser's Advocate, joins Dustin for another Dear USPAP Instructor episode.

We often find ourselves in a very comfy position and forget it won't be comfortable for long. Are we stepping over dollars to pick up pennies?

Meet Matt Frentheway. Matt was an appraiser for 15+ years, but recently sold his appraisal business. Can you actually sell an appraisal business? Yes, and Matt will detail how it is done.

As we begin 2021, what is the one thing you want to accomplish this year?

Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at Corelogic, is here to tell us how life has changed this year with the pandemic and record low interest rates and more importantly, what we can expect moving forward.

By now, nearly every appraiser has heard of ANOW software, but how much do you know about its origins and the man behind it? Today, Dustin sits down with Marty Haldane to talk about his background, appraising in Canada, and why ANOW was invented.

Levi Thomas, from Sacramento CA joins Dustin to tell his appraisal stories. Levi works in a unique office where everyone owns their own firm, but they collaborate to bring better efficiencies.

They are not as common as they used to be, but CODs still happen, and they sometimes come in the way of cash. What do you do with cash payments?

Ray Hall, a Tampa Florida appraiser joins Dustin for another Appraiser Stories. Ray is an enthusiastic guy who is implementing some great principles in his business. These principles save him time and make him more money so he can hit the theme parks with his daughters.

A bird will perch on a branch not because it has confidence in the branch but because it has confidence in its ability to fly.

Tim Andersen, The Appraiser's Advocate, joins us again to answer two USPAP questions: Can you change the contract section after an appraisal is turned in and is a 1007 an appraisal?

Sometimes measuring a home with a laser can be a challenge. However, there are tricks that can help. One is the brick trick and Dustin shares it today.

Listen to this podcast. Some AMCs autoassign and others are still using the bid system. If you dislike either of these methods, you have a choice.

It happens all the time, an agent meets you at the inspection and has questions. No problem. Here are the top 5 questions Dustin gets and how he answers them.

We recognize our employees as being an integral part of the team and want to reward and motivate them in their efforts, but there is a right and wrong way to do bonuses.

Very few appraisal offices are set up as partnerships, but not all partners last. When that unfortunate break up occurs, how best do you fairly split the assets?

Rob Bodkin is back with an amazing update on his situation. In 2015, he was the happiest staff appraiser in the world. A year later, he was a happy solo-appraiser. Today, he has grown his business to an actual business. Today, Dustin talks with Rob about his journey.

What does it actually mean to prepare for the unpredictable? Dustin shares specific about things you can do to make sure you are prepared for whatever might happen in appraisals and down the road.

We may be tempted to discount the "multiple offers on this property" information coming from an agent, but should we. Dustin talks about four things to consider when you are made aware that the subject you are appraising has more than one offer.

We often hear "This house is selling for $156/sq ft, so compare it to other homes selling for that range." The problem with price per square foot is the same as valuing a car based on its weight.

Today, Dustin is joined by one of the most interesting appraisers you will ever meet. Tim Lillis is an appraiser, but his passion is music and boy does he have some cool stories to share.

Words matter. When we talk about "the appraiser came in low," what do we actually mean. In this episode, Dustin talks about the verbiage we use and how to cator it to get real results.

Tim Andersen, USPAP Instructor and The Appraiser's Advocate joins Dustin to talk about common errors Tim finds in appraisal reports that, if addressed up front, might help us avoid problems with the state.

As much as Dustin loves appraising today, it is interesting that that is the one job he vowed he would never do.

When do assignment conditions from your client become a problem with regard to USPAP and your state board? Can you change an appraisal after the effective and signing date? These are the questions Mr. Tim Andersen (The Appraiser's Advocate) helps answer today.

There are two questions we should all be asking ourselves. What are they? How will they help us moving forward?

In order to be more efficient, we often use and reuse language. That is not a bad thing, but there are some things we need to watch out for. Diana Jacob joins us once again to show us the pros and cons of boilerplating.

What are the best shoes for appraisers? Sorry ladies, Dustin only has experience with male shoes.

Every appraiser has their unique gifts. Mike (MJ) Carroll joins Dustin today to tell his story and you will not believe who he has met on some of his inspections.

Many of the questions we get from home owners, agents, and other appraisers boils down to "well, it depends." Dustin talks today about how to best handle questions that don't have definitive answers.

Dana Schau joins Dustin for another Appraiser Stories. She is a transplant from Michigan and N. Dakota has its own set of challenges. Did she really need to be rescued by a helicopter?

Do you have a non-related side-gig? Should you work a second job as a real estate appraiser?

USPAP got rid of the summary report and made a lot of changes to the restricted reports. Brian Kirkpatrick out of Ft Worth joins us once again with a question you may not have thought of.

Let's say you have two appraisers who work together and want to form a business partnership. Should you do it? Dustin talks pros and cons of business partnerships today.

Mike Holzheimer - Valuation Review - joins us today to talk about the special Voice of the Appraiser survey. What changes have appraisers experienced this year? How are we appraisers feeling, and what is coming?

It is a question Dustin gets frequently from borrowers and appraisers; what will the housing market do this year? Well, it is impossible to say for sure, but here are a few things to consider.

Today we are joined by an amazing appraiser who has seen a lot. Diana Jacob will tell us some of the changes to the 2020-21 USPAP as well as what appraisers should watch out for.