-
6 Ways to Market Your Appraisal Business (Besides Word of Mouth)
If you are self-employed or own your own real estate appraisal business, you know how crucial it is…
-
MLS Hack: What to Do When Your Data Source Goes Down
As part of our contributor series, Steven W. Vehmeier, Appraisal Educator Emeritus, shares his advice on what…
-
Farm Appraisal: A Profitable Yet Challenging Field
A farm appraisal can be much more challenging than a residential appraisal, and usually requires a broader scope…
-
Advice on Finding Banks that Engage Appraisers Directly
Some appraisers seek alternate ways to find work outside of appraisal management companies (AMCs). One strategy is…
-
Checklist: What to Include in a Narrative Appraisal Report
Report writing is an essential step in the appraisal process. Want a quick breakdown of everything that belongs…
-
Exposure Time Vs. Marketing Time: Helpful Info for Appraisers
Every real estate appraiser is familiar with the terms “marketing time” and “exposure time,” but it’s not always…
-
Weighted Mean: A Simple Appraisal Reconciliation Technique
As part of our contributor series, Steven W. Vehmeier, Appraisal Educator Emeritus, shares an easy-to-understand appraisal reconciliation…
-
8 Ways to Protect Against Appraiser Identity Theft
Protecting yourself against appraiser identity theft is very different from protecting your credit against identity fraud. Most…
-
Top Ways to Defend Your Work When the Appraised Value Comes in Under Sales Price
This year we’ve seen intense homebuyer competition nationwide, with a record-breaking number of homes selling above asking price…
-
What ONE Appraisal Technology Tool Makes Your Life Easier?
Technology is constantly changing the appraisal industry. Learning how to adopt—and adapt to—the new technologies can help…
-
20 Motivational Quotes for Appraisers and Small Business Owners
To achieve your goals as an appraiser or small business owner, you’re going to need to stay motivated.…
-
Top Appraisal Skills to Sharpen in 2021
What New Year’s goals do you have for your appraisal business? Last month we asked our community…