Don’t Forget to Say Thanks

Don’t Forget to Say Thanks Why a little gratitude can go a long way in your appraisal business   When was the last time you thanked someone for referring you? (more…)

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A Week in the Life of a Non-Lender Appraiser

People often ask what it’s like running a mostly non-lender appraisal business. The short answer? No two days are the same. It’s rewarding, unpredictable, and occasionally exhausting. But it also (more…)

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Why Referrals Beat AMCs Every Time

Referrals: The Secret Weapon for a Thriving Appraisal Business   If you ask any successful real estate appraiser where their most stress-free and profitable work comes from, it’s often not (more…)

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Why Non-Lender Appraisal Work Can Suck (But Why It’s Still Worth It)

This week was one of those weeks in private appraisal land—the kind that reminds you just how much more non-lender work demands from us. Not just in comps, adjustments, or (more…)

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One Coffee, Endless Opportunity

This week was a networking whirlwind. Monday kicked off with a coffee meeting with an IT professional who regularly sends me attorney referrals (he works with dozens of them). Tuesday, (more…)

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When Your Appraisal Gets Tossed (Or Almost Does)

When Your Appraisal Gets Tossed (Or Almost Does): Lessons from a Motion in Limine If you’re an appraiser doing retrospective work—especially for divorce or estate cases—this one’s worth your time. (more…)

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