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In an interview with Rachel Massey, SRA, AI-RRS, it is clear Rachel comes from a background of rich experience. So, she brings the perspective of an appraiser. For instance, she has been a reviewer. Rachel has worked with lenders in buy-back situations. She’s been a screener for SRA candidates seeking their designations. She writes extensively […]

Riding a horse is supposed to be fun and a great way to relax!. But what can that have to do with real estate appraisal? As it turns out, more than you’d think! Tim Andersen, the Appraiser’s Advocate, shares a life lesson. It is easy to get caught-up in your own comfort zone. To grow,

Appraisers are essential. They bring to the table services nobody else has. An AVM can analyze a column of numbers. But that analysis indicates only price. The appraiser, though, states value. Is the lender lending too much? Is the buyer paying too much? Has the seller left some money on the table? To answer these

USPAP has a new definition of misleading. Since it has no wiggle-room in it, even a minor error can metamorphose into an ethics violation quickly. How will state appraisal boards interpret this very broad definition? What are the ramifications for the real estate appraisal industry? Tim Andersen, The Appraiser’s Advocate, takes on the challenge of advising you to cover your assets! This new definition should scare all appraisers!