From Novice to Expert: Chief Appraisers’ Journey to Excellence
Some Chief Appraisers were thrown into their role. The role carries significant responsibilities, as it directly impacts a bank’s risk assessment and lending decisions. Some lacked an appraisal background which added a steep learning curve. Also, what does success look like for a new Chief Appraiser? Stepping into the role of Chief Appraiser in a […]
10 Budget Strategies for Chief Appraisers
When your bank says “no new initiatives” does that mean all productivity ideation halts? Reframe “no new initiatives” into a “train in the off-season” mindset. Be a leader for your team. Limited resources can curb banks’ innovation and competitiveness. Your appraisal management technology partner is potentially key to bridging the gap. When a Chief Appraiser […]
Trust Me, I’m an Appraiser
Trusting an appraiser means trusting in the integrity of the real estate market. Trust is the cornerstone of the appraisal profession. How would the stakeholders rate us? Reputation is everything for fee and bank appraisers. Trust is the new currency. Appraisals are a precision product. Impartiality and adherence to professional standards is our special power. […]
1972 Corvette, a restoration story
Once upon a time, in a quiet neighborhood nestled on the outskirts of Macon GA is my friend Sam…true story. Sam was a car enthusiast with a dream – to restore a classic 1972 Corvette. He had always been fascinated by the beauty and power of vintage cars, and the Corvette was the epitome of […]
Indispensable Appraisers
Our valuation industry is largely uninspired, lacks enthusiasm and faces diminishing relevancy. I may be wrong, but I don’t think so. I started a podcast. You might be thinking, “great, yet another podcast.” You might be right. Podcasts don’t do anything. Plus, my speaking skills aren’t the best. But we need to DO something. Start […]
Schwarzenegger’s Wisdom: Elevating Appraisers
If you know your potential exceeds your current results, take pause. Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life by Arnold Schwarzenegger provides a roadmap to improve our personal and professional lives. “Be hungry for success, hungry to make your mark, hungry to be seen and to be heard and to have an effect. And as you […]
