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 […]
Opinions I regret
I’ve had so many opinions that I’ve lived to regret. I’ve had opinions about appraising, software developers, coaching, productivity, chief appraisers, personal growth, therapy, AI, spirituality, sales, fee appraisers, weightlifting, education, marketing, running, marriage, reviewers, martial arts and a long list of random opinions, too many to mention. Opinions that have prevented me from achieving […]
“Can” and “Will”: Turning Intentions into Actions
I know you can run a world-class appraisal department…but will you? Can you focus on your health, get a business coach, or take an amazing vacation? I know you can, but will you? Once you see this distinction, it’s everywhere. Many internal decisions in an appraisal department hinge on precision, adaptability and forward-thinking, we are […]
