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Clients are increasingly asking for limited scope appraisals—that is, appraisals that require a scope of work that is less than the traditional “full” appraisal. When faced with one of these assignments, you may be uncertain as to what you’re permitted to do, and how…
Keeping track of new developments in your industry is crucial for success in any professional discipline. Continued education is particularly important in your role as an appraiser. Insightful real estate and appraisal related blogs have valuable information that can help you become a master…
Disciplinary complaints against appraisers have become more frequent over the last several years. Of course, not all appraisal complaints result in disciplinary action. If you have had a complaint issued against you, you’re probably curious about how it will be handled. Let’s take a…
Have you ever imagined what it might be like to appraise your favorite sports stadium? USPAP competency rule aside, it would surely be an interesting and challenging assignment—not to mention profitable. We recently asked you, our appraisal community, “Which sports facility would you like…
What are your business goals for 2019? If you are gearing up for growth, it’s a good idea to look ahead and start planning. You may want to put systems in place to make your appraisal business more efficient. You may need a new…
It’s no secret that appraisers spend a lot of time in the car. Whether you’re driving to and from subject properties or sitting at your desk back at the office, podcasts are a great source of entertainment, info, and industry insights. Pop in your…
What are you and your colleagues planning to be for Halloween this year? Recently we asked our Facebook community, “What are the best Halloween costumes for appraisers?” Answers ranged from dark, to silly, to downright hilarious. If you’re looking for Halloween costume ideas for…
On October 9, 2018, the Appraisal Standards Board posted a new Q&A video to their YouTube channel addressing the issue of “hybrid” appraisal assignments. Hybrid appraisals are those which involve someone other than the appraiser making an inspection of the subject property. A report…
Appraisal templates can save you time, ensure consistency, and even help you comply with USPAP. They can also get you into trouble if you aren’t careful. Follow these quick tips to make the best use of your appraisal templates. 1. Use them! Most appraisers…
Time management is a common hurdle for appraisers and small business owners. In our recent survey, appraisers said providing status emails, answering addendum requests, and answering phone calls are the top three tasks that take up too much time in their workday. Below is…
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