Will Blockchain Be the New “Internet of Value”?
Unified comp databases and better data accuracy are within reach. Attracting new appraisers and embracing AI are equally urgent alongside any tech shift.
Elevating Mentorship for Aspiring Appraisers
A seasoned appraiser who trained 20+ people makes the case that the profession is rewarding but short on practitioners who dig deep into market data.
We Value Real Estate but Don’t Value Ourselves as Appraisers
Appraisers risk making themselves obsolete by failing to prove their expertise. Modernizing the commercial report format is one concrete place to start.
Get Out of GSE Work with Broader Education
Longer, more rigorous education and property-type specialization lead to higher earnings and less dependence on government-sponsored work.
Intellectually Curious Problem Solvers — Who Power the World’s Largest Economic Engine
Appraisers face perfection pressures and need better consumer education. USPAP provides real protection against bias claims, and appraisers should own that identity.
Combine Education and Networking to Build Human Connection
Small and mid-sized appraisal firms aren’t being created at the rate needed. Human connection is critical for younger appraisers, and AI can partner in synthesizing big data.