The Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearning
Each week, Bryan Reynolds tells stories, shares appraisal industry news, or brings up points to ponder that are relevant to boots-on-the-ground real estate appraisers. You can also watch these episodes at the Appraiser eLearning YouTube channel.
Episodes
179 episodes
The Appraisal Update - Episode 179 | Fed Cuts Interest Rate
In this special edition of the Appraisal Update podcast, guest host Hal Humphreys asks economist Mark Calabria to explain what the Fed's .5% interest rate cut means for mortgage markets, homebuyers, and appraisers.Calabria is a senior a...
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Episode 179
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 178 | FHA, Forms, & Fannie Mae
In this episode, Bryan tackles a hot topic from a practicing appraiser: the appropriate form for final inspections on new constructions for FHA loans. He provides a detailed answer based on HUD policy and also delves into a compelling "What If?...
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Episode 178
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 177 | Change, change, change!
Let's talk about change — and not the jingle in your pockets. Change is coming in the appraisal world, likely the biggest change ever for residential appraising. The new UAD is finally in sight. The train is coming. Are you getting on board or ...
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Episode 177
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 176 | Come Together Right Now
We've been going on and on about conferences all summer. Next week, one's actually happening. Why do folks get so fired up about Valuation Expo and the Appraisal Summit, our two premier summer conferences in Vegas? Listen in as Bryan asks sever...
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Episode 176
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 175 | What's Shaking at Val Expo 2024?
Valuation Expo is making waves! As Jim says, we've "Shaken Things Up." There's also an exciting new app we're introducing. Join Bryan along with guest Jim Morrison and AEL's super guru Doug Hayes as they delve into the latest updates and explai...
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Episode 175
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 174 | Put Your Gun Away, Homeowner! It’s Me, the Appraiser!
As an experienced appraiser, you've likely encountered some challenging inspection scenarios. Tune in to this episode, where Jason Covington recounts a terrifying and potentially deadly encounter with an armed homeowner. Find out how he managed...
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Episode 174
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 173 | Do You Need a Helper?
Do you need to hire a helper? You probably think you can't afford one in this market. But what if a helper could get you more business—AND was more affordable than you think?Join Bryan Reynolds and his guest, Sean Connolly of Scale Virt...
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Episode 173
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 172 | Fannie Mae's Guidance on Short Term Rentals
So far, appraisers haven't had much guidance about how to handle short-term rental assignments. How do you appraise them? Are you supposed to estimate the income and put it on the 1007 form?Stop what you're doing (especially if you're u...
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Episode 172
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 171 | Answering the Hard Questions
If a review appraiser or investigator examines your appraisal report, are you confident it will stand the test? Will you be able to communicate why you did what you did?Join Bryan Reynolds and his guest Mel Black—attorney, appraiser, an...
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Episode 171
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 170 | Will the appraiser qualification criteria change?
One of the biggest challenges to becoming an appraiser is finding a supervisor/mentor. Appraisers face a similar problem when trying to upgrade from a certified residential to a certified general real property appraiser. Another major o...
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Episode 170
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 169 | What's hot?
The whole eastern US is red-hot right now — and so, apparently, was one listener after Bryan's last episode. This week he apologizes to the offended party and reflects on our very human fear of change, and looks forward to our next smoking-hot ...
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 168 | Are You THAT Appraiser?
Do you still use a clipboard and a tape measure, or have you advanced to a laser and a tablet? Is there a better and easier way to measure than using a Disto? Listen in while Bryan speaks with Joel Baker from CoreLogic / a la mode to di...
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Episode 168
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 167 | What is ICORE?
Join Bryan and his friend and colleague Jason Covington, a first-time attendee of ICORE, as they discuss his impressions of the event. Hear whether the reality matched his expectations, and find out what he felt and took away from this experien...
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Episode 167
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 166 | How did you get your number again?
Bryan breaks down support for a gross rent multiplier (GRM) and offers more reasoning for more why a specific number was chosen. Listen in as Bryan gives some ideas to use in your practice for supporting your opinions.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to...
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Episode 166
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 165 | Show Your Work
Join Bryan Reynolds and his business partner Hal Humphreys for some simple, real-world examples of how to determine economic life and effective age — in less than 20 minutes!🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes...
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Episode 165
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 164 | Improve Yourself!
My brother rode along with me while I did a repair inspection, heard an interesting story from the homeowner (go see the video on our AEL instagram feed) and then had a quick lunch. On the way back to Owensboro, he said, "Do you think som...
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 163 | Why Should We Go to Appraiser Conferences?
When's the last time you got together with other appraisers? Listen in to what appraisers and aspiring appraisers have to say about learning from one another as well as the tremendous networking opportunities they discover by spending time with...
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Episode 163
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 162 | The Year Ahead for AeL
In this first episode of 2024, AeL partners Bryan and Hal talk about personal triumphs and tragedies from 2023 and look forward to new courses, live events, and industry-wide policy discussions planned for the coming year.Want to attend...
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Episode 162
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 161 | Exploring the New Way to Become an Appraiser
The number one challenge in becoming an appraiser is finding a supervisor ... until now. Most states have adopted an alternative path to becoming a state-credentialed real property appraiser: Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal (
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Episode 161
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 160 | See What Appraisers Have to Say
When's the last time you spent time around a group of appraisers? Probably once a year when you take CE, and now it might just be virtual. Listen in to what appraisers and aspiring appraisers have to say about learning from one another as well ...
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 159 | Navigating Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines
USPAP. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA. Dodd-Frank. FIRREA. There are so many rules, regulations, guidelines, and laws appraisers have to follow, it can make your head ache. Listen in to Bryan's conversation with Jeff Morley, chair of U...
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Episode 159
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 158 | Houses That Creep People Out
Join Bryan and his business partner Hal Humphreys, host of the Appraisal Buzzcast, as they share a few ghost stories:Hear about the famous case of the Haunted House on the Hudson and the "
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Episode 158
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 157 | The Human Factor in Valuation
How do you support your appraisal adjustments ... or DO you? In order to make market based adjustments, don't you have to analyze the actions of market participants? Please say yes. There's more to supporting your opinion than plotted s...
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Episode 157
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 156 | Can AI See Inside Homes?
Is AI taking over the world? Not quite yet. But even now, AI can definitely be helpful to businesses willing to embrace change. Bryan sits down with Tony Pistilli to talk about a company that uses technology to "look" inside houses...
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Episode 156
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The Appraisal Update - Episode 155 | An App for Crowdsourcing Property Photos
Bryan speaks with guest Luke Tomaszewski, CEO of ProxyPics, about another service that can assist appraisers — and potentially provide opportunities for appraisers and trainees who might need some work. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube ch...
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Episode 155
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