The Appraiser Coach Podcast

What does the infamous Mark Skapinetz have to say about desktop appraisals? His answers might surprise you. Mark joins Dustin today. Don't miss this episode.

We all carry a full movie studio in our pockets. Why you should turn that thing on and create your own motion pictures for the appraisal world often.

It’s another Dear USPAP Instructor episode with Tim Andersen. Today, we talk about purchase and sale contracts. Is it necessary for the appraiser to see them? We will also talk adjustments. Are they really that important?

Dustin is an avid reader (well, listener) of books. Here are a few he has read lately

Rachel Massey joins us for another look at the private appraisal work scenario. With lender work changing so much, many appraiser are looking to get into or further focus on non-lender work, but is it all it is cracked up to be?

Here are the most frequent apps Dustin is using for you to consider.

We are joined again by USPAP instructor extraordinaire Tim Andersen ([email protected]) for another episode of Ask The USPAP Instructor. Today, what do you do when the client refuses to give you the purchase and sale contract and are adjustments necessary?

Computer problems are constant at most appraisal offices. How do you keep yourself up and running without spending a fortune? Dustin shares his, low-budget, solution in this episode.

Today, we are joined by an anonymous guest who was blacklisted (or "brownlisted"). What do you do when that happens? Dustin gets into the nitty gritty of this unfortunate situation today.

Like most appraisers, you probably have a lot of photos to store. How do you do it without taking up room on your computer. Dustin has a suggestion.

Dustin, in a previous episode, talked about evaluations and made the statement that we are disallowed from doing them. Today, he clarifies that comment and talks about what the future of appraisal might look like.

One of Dustin's pet-peeves is when someone (say an employee) says, "I have some bad news" with no other context. Here is his solution.

There are a handful of software companies that help appraisers in supporting their adjustments. Gandysoft has been around for years and today Dustin connects with Michael Gandy himself.

Dustin gets between 5-10 calls a day from unknown numbers. Yes, he is on the do not call registry. So, what is his solution to spam calls? The answer might surprise you and make you wonder why you didn't think of it first.

Two years ago, Dustin introduced you to Lamar Ellis of Drone Education Services (droneeducationservices.com). Today, Dustin reconnects with Lamar to see what has changed in the drone world and how it relates to appraisers.

Dustin often gets questions about going paperless and they usually have a "but" in the middle. "I get it, but...." What do you do with the buts when it comes to going paperless?

Dustin recently spent a few weeks in France and Italy. Some of his adventures (or misadventures) have great life lessons for appraisers and appraiser business owners.

You are 86% more likely to achieve your goals with an accountability partner. As appraisers, we are more likely than most to hid away in our appraiser caves, but a running partner can help you get where you want to be.

Jamie Owen of Cleveland Appraisal Blog (www.clevelandappraisalbog.com) joins Dustin to talk about what makes an appraisal supportable.

What does a text at 12:30 AM teach us about the employer/employee relationship? Where does the convenience of tech end and the need for face to face interaction begin?

What does an appraiser who got a degree in accounting and who is mentoring under Tim Andersen have to say about the appraisal world? His answers might surprise you - especially as it has to do with desktops and hybrids.

"Anything Dustin offers is excellent. He consistently gives 100% of himself to provide the most relevant and valuable information to help appraisers make measurable progress in their businesses."   Jason Fischman, SRA, AI-RRS, ASA, IFA, AGA, RAA, MNAA, HMS

How are you treating your clients? Do you over-promise, but under-deliver? Not a formula for success. Dustin teaches a principle today that will keep your clients loyal to you even during the slow times.

The General Purpose Appraisal Report is likely under-served. It is a powerful, and diverse document that can and probably should be used more often. Michael Buuchianeri joins Dustin today to talk about the GPAR and why it deserves another look.

There are many principles, which if lived, pave the way for success, but none of them will work without this one.

Ernie Durban recently wrote an article for the Buzz Magazine titled Blockchain Technology You Can Trust and he is here today to break it down. What is Blockchain and why should appraisers care?

Dustin talks about a real life situation where an appraiser hurts himself, the borrower, and others by valuing too high for the market to support.

What changes are coming? How will you position yourself for the future of valuation. Today, Dustin gets personal and tells how change has impacted his life and maybe there are a few lessons that can be gleaned from his refiner's fire.

Dustin had an encounter with an appraiser who said, "I still use a clipboard and pen." For those of you in that mode, is it time to think outward?

Will Zillow put the appraiser out of business? Dustin takes time today to explain what a Zestimate really is and why it can be an appraiser's best friend.

Dustin gives an analogy of a CPA being allowed to do number crunching on all levels, yet appraisers are banned from doing so. Why is that?

We enter vacant buildings. We travel in strange neighborhoods. We roll down our windows and take photos of houses. Every day, we put ourselves in danger doing our jobs. Blaine Feyen (Real Value Podcast) joins Dustin today to talk safety.

Dustin shares the experience he had recently with an attempted appraiser get together in his local area. Have you done this? What has been your experience?

How do you answer when a neighbor asks you a valuation question? Also, can we be any more confusing when it comes to Highest and Best Use? Tim Andersen is here to clear the muddy waters.

A question came into the program from Kristen. She is a new appraiser and is wondering what to charge her clients for appraisal work. Also, where does she dig up new business? Dustin tackles these two questions today.

Who wants more meetings, right? Staff meetings can do wonders for your business, however. Join Dustin as he talks about how to run an effective staff meeting for appraisers and their support staff.

Dustin was recently pulled over for... taking comp photos! So, what do we do now? It is now not only dangerous to take comp photos with our phone, but it may be illegal.

There has been a lot of talk lately about data. Who owns it? Who can use it? Who can share it? Today, Tim Andersen helps answer these important questions.

Dustin tells a story about breaking his shoulder blade with his son and applies that lesson to appraisal. When is it okay - even better - to break the rules? Dustin gives three specific times.

In addition to backburner items, down time is the time to ramp up your marketing. Today, Dustin gives several ideas of ways to boost your presence and dig up business during the slower times.

Remember why you got into appraising in the first place. If it was partly to be your own boss and make your own schedule, isn't it time to get back to that again?

Today, Dustin is joined by Brian Melsheimer and Joe Lynch of the Real Estate Appraiser Association (or REAA) in California. The topic is appraiser associations and you will be surprised at how beneficial (and cost effective) they can be.

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.