The Appraiser Coach Podcast

Can you take a payment at the door for a lending appraisal? Also, what if a lender gives you comps before you do the appraisal? Is that stuff allowed? Tim Andersen, The Appraiser's Advocate, joins us again for another Dear USPAP instructor episode.

Many of us are overwhelmed by our inbox. Too many messages to ever get through. What if you could go to sleep each night with Inbox Zero? Dustin does and he shares with you an idea or two today on how to get there.

One of the three legs of business success is that of Technology. But, what does that mean? How do you use tech to save you time?

What do you do when you are just overwhelmed with too much to do? Dustin tells a story from his past that may help you put things into perspective.

Hal Humphreys joins us again for an interesting discussion centered around an activity we probably do on nearly every residential assignment; sketching. But, is it necessary? Is it an asset or a liability to the appraiser? Are there alternatives?

We sometimes get weird assignments. What do you do when your assignment does not fit the mold? Well, it may come down to a Highest and Best Use study.

What does USPAP say about scope of work? Do the preprinted forms say enough or is supplemental data required? Also, why do we sketch anyway? Tim Andersen, The Appraiser's Advocate, joins us for another Dear USPAP Instructor.

Let's face it, trying to juggle both a personal and business line on the same phone number is cumbersome at best and unprofessional at worst. Time to separate the two. How do you do that? Dustin shows you today.

As a professional, you will need to deal with things that sometimes go beyond your typical scope of work. Rather than being annoyed by those things, perhaps a different perspective is helpful.

Dustin talks about the incredible amount of work coming to our desk and how to deal with it without losing your good clients.

Today, Dustin is joined again by Matt Frentheway of Utah. Matt is an appraiser, successful appraisal business owner, turned Franchise Consultant. Dustin talks with Matt about multiple streams of income, why, and how to get started in Franchises.

Today, Dustin shares a secret to how to live your live despite the busy appraisal world we find ourselves in. You are not gonna wanna miss this one!

It is gaining legs; this idea that appraisers value properties based on the racial makeup of the home or neighborhood. It is time we get in front of this appraisers.

If you have remote workers, it can be hard to know what they are doing. Are they truly earning their keep? Dustin shows two ways to keep pretty good track of what your employees who are working virtually are doing.

Employees are motivated partially through pay. How do you know who is hourly, salary, and commission based? What do you pay them to keep them happy? Dustin breaks it down today.

Dustin's hometown experienced a tragedy that no community should ever have to experience. A shooting at the local middle school. Perhaps you heard about it. What lessons can be learned from such a tragedy?

Fear seems like a negative, but it can be a positive. Taking fear and turning it into positive energy is a practice that can boost your success.

Well, we did it. For the past 16 weeks, we have dedicated one day a week to the Principles of Prosperity - or the truths that Dustin uses in his life to find success. Today, we wrap it all up.

If you are overworked and underpaid, you might want to consider implementing the Go Away Fee. What it is? Listen and learn as Dustin shares a go away fee that will blow your mind.

Principle of Prosperity #16 is that freedom breeds creativity. When you free up enough noise in your life to think clearly, that is when you find your creative juices are still flowing. It is that creativity which will allow you success.

I hear if from many want to be appraisers; they cannot find a mentor. They have tried every person on Google and no one is willing to train them. This podcast will change that for you. If you want to become an appraiser, listen to this episode.

Principle of Prosperity #15 is that when you do things over and over again, creating a system will make you more successful. This comes down to creating a procedure manual, creating procedures on those things you do over and over again, and then follow through.

It was written about almost ten years ago, but never have I ever done a podcast on the topic... till now. Welcome to the Ten House Challenge. If you are struggling with change, this practice might make all the difference.

Principle of Prosperity #14 is that when you make money work for you, it works. Do not let money sit. As you invest, that interest can be reinvested and thus the speed money is used as a tool works for you.

There is a story told of a boy who picks up a persuasive snake who bites him. How unfair! Do we also pick up snakes and then complain about them biting us? We do have a choice you know

Principle of Prosperity #13 is the difference between those who are successful and those who are not are that those who are successful are not only willing to give it a try, they actually take action. Yes, they will fail, but yes, they will ultimately succeed.

We are again joined by the Appraiser's Advocate - Tim Andersen for a few questions from the listeners. One has to do with cryptocurrency and the other with quantitative vs qualitative reports.

Principle of Prosperity #12 is that your integrity will ultimately lead to your success or failure. You might get ahead in the short term cutting corners, but your integrity will always catch up to you.

Today, Dustin is joined by a unique guest - his daughter. CaRynn Harris joins the Appraiser Coach as they kick back and talk about some funny things they have heard in an appraisal office.

Principle #11 is the law of magnification. When you focus on a thing, things automatically start to happen in your life to bring them more fully to you. Yes, it sounds corny, but the principle is true.

It is becoming an unfortunately too frequent a thing; appraisers being accused of bias. Is there some truth it these allegations? What are appraisers to do? Dustin gets real on the topic of appraiser bias.

Principle of Prosperity #10 is the law of averages. When you understand how things cycle, you understand out to beat the market.

Now, read that word again, because it is not the word you think it is. Friend of the program, Diana Jacob is here to talk about our relevance as valuation professionals.

Principle of Prosperity #9 is that people will subconsciously expand or contract work to fit the time allotted. Principle of Prosperity #9 is sometimes referred to as the Parkinson’s Principle. It is that we will work within the time allotment given.

Appraisers sometimes get frustrated with, what appears to be, a lack of education and understanding coming from their clients. But what training actually occurs behind the scenes. Josh Walitt, of Wallit Solutions is here to share some behind the curtain information.

Principle of Prosperity #8 is that most of our success will come from a focussed 20% of our efforts.

Bryan Reynolds, Appraiser eLearning is on again with Dustin talking communication. Why should appraisers be connected with other appraisers and what is the best way to do so?

Principle of Prosperity #7 is that we excel when we can spend time doing what we are passionate about. Some would call this their mission in life.

About a year ago, Ryan Lundquist and I sat down in episode 531 to talk about what the Pandemic would do to the real estate market and to real estate appraisers. Today, we sit down again to see what came true and what did not. More importantly Ryan gives some great wisdom on how to study a crazy market and give professional analysis.

Principle of Prosperity #6 is the Law of Delegation and teamwork. Working together, you can achieve more than working alone.

What if you want to buy an appraisal business, but do not have the money up front to do it? Better yet, what if you have a buyer who doesn't have the capital to make it work? Matt Dolsky, Byline Bank, joins us with some creative solutions.

Principle of Prosperity #5 is to utilize technology to make you more efficient.

Craige Morely joins us gain to talk about the changes coming to the appraisal world and teach us how we can get prepared.

Principle of Prosperity #4 is that when value is given, individuals reward that value with money.

Joining us again is the Editor of WorkingRE Magazine, Mr. Issac Peck. Today Isaac sits down with Dustin Harris as they discuss the article Appraiser Waivers: The Future Is Here.

Principle of Prosperity #3 is to understand what money is. Jealousy surrounding money falls away when we start to understand what it is and how it works.

As a mentor for appraisers, Blaine Feyen and Dustin have a unique vantage point. We hear, firsthand, what appraiser are dealing with. So what is on the mind of appraisers today? What are their fears and successes? Blaine (Real Value Podcast) joins Dustin today to talk shop.

Principle of Prosperity #2 is to pay 10% of your gross to the charity of your choice.

It can be difficult to remain positive during uncertain times, but Jamie Owen of Cleveland Appraisal Blog is here to give a few tips on how to navigate this crazy world and remain happy. His advice may just save your life!

Principle of Prosperity #1 is to pay yourself 10% of the gross before you pay anyone else.