
The Appraiser’s AI Compass
AI in valuation is like the weather. Everyone talks about it, few actually prepare for it. Many are secretly hoping this “AI thing” will

“Later” Is a Fragile Idea
“Later” Is a Fragile Idea Last week, I attended the funeral of a karate friend, Dr. Pascual Bidot, best described as a Puerto Rican Larry

The First Time I Met Philip
The first time I met Philip McKernan was in Boston at a SaaS Boardroom Intensive, an entrepreneurial seminar. From the stage, he asked a 35-year-old

A Profession Reimagined
Imagine an Appraisal Institute not defined by lawsuits, but by leadership. A platform for advocacy. For innovation. For bold ideas. Imagine new talent not stumbling

The Enemy of Execution Is Already Inside the Bank
For this appraisal,The bank CEO asks, “Can we automate processes across departments?” And the answer is “no” due to a painful mix of complexity and

A PDF for a Paycheck
Too many appraisers work like they’re in a cold marriage -detached, transactional. “Here’s the value. Good luck.” That’s not partnership. When your report says, “Here’s