We already know that career satisfaction is high among real estate appraisers. Most appraisers love (or at least like) their job. But we were curious to learn which individual steps in the process appraisers enjoy the most. So we asked our real estate appraisal…
Report writing is an essential step in the appraisal process. Want a quick breakdown of everything that belongs in a narrative appraisal report? Here’s an outline of the items that should appear in your report. Although you may not find it necessary to include…
If you operate as an independent real estate appraiser, you know that time is money. Are you looking for new ways to increase your efficiency as a property appraiser? To help you out, we asked our Facebook community, “What are the best time-saving hacks…
Luxury home appraisal is a niche that’s both exciting and challenging. If you’re thinking about specializing in this area of real estate appraisal, you may want to educate yourself on the specific challenges you’ll face so that you can avoid making common errors. In…
Looking for ways to increase efficiency and productivity within your appraisal business? We’ve put together some of our favorite resources to turn to for productivity tips. The following list includes advice on how to stay motivated and focused, how to leverage technology, and, in…
What’s it like getting started in the appraisal business? We sat down with young appraiser, Lindsay Onuffer, to find out. Lindsay is a 22-year-old appraiser trainee in Pennsylvania. Below, she shares why and how she began her appraisal career, what her job is like,…
Appraisal software offers myriad opportunities to improve your efficiency and increase your productivity. Real estate appraisers know all too well that time is money. So how can you streamline your appraisal process to complete more appraisals per month? There are several software companies out…
The FAA recently relaxed aviation laws for low-flying drones, which presents a tremendous opportunity for real estate appraisers. Drones can give you an edge over the competition and make your job easier. They can assist with a wide variety of tasks, including roof inspections,…
Cloud storage has been a godsend for professional real estate appraisers. The ability to store, categorize, access, and share digital information—like building plans, tax records, and other related data—speeds up the appraisal. It also makes the transaction smoother for clients, lenders, and RE professionals.…
Mobile phones and tablets have revolutionized the way appraisers conduct their duties. From taking photos to sketching plans to connecting with your team—there are numerous ways to use digital apps to improve your process. Here are seven must-have apps for appraisers that will help…
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