Connecting with Agents: Top Strategies

Real estate agents are an excellent source for private non-lending referrals. They frequently order pre-listing appraisals, appraisals for cash buyers, and home measurements. Agents also maintain extensive databases of prior (more…)

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The Power of Relationships

As a business owner, I have found that building relationships is key to success. Whether it’s connecting with fellow appraisers, real estate agents, attorneys, or other business professionals, opening yourself (more…)

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From Zero to Clients: Launching Your Non-Lender Appraisal Business

So, you’ve decided to become an appraiser specializing in Non-Lender business. Now what? How do you start attracting clients and getting your phone to ring? Should you join the chamber (more…)

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My Approach to Listing Appraisals

I want to share my experience from a recent listing appraisal and discuss my approach to these appraisals. I was hired by a seller who was selling their home as (more…)

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USPAP and Referrals

Given the recent, ongoing, and forthcoming changes in the real estate appraisal profession, are you feeling the pinch when it comes to making ends meet as an appraiser? What if (more…)

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Overcoming the Feast or Famine Cycle

I hear it from appraisers all the time: it’s feast or famine in this business.  Most appraisers are at the mercy of interest rates. When rates are low, people buy, (more…)

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