In this week's episode, host Hal Humphreys chats with Ryan Riveras, CEO at Accelerated Appraisal Management Company, about his history in the industry and his take on the current appraisal market. What is the outlook for the appraisal market right now? What’s one thing appraisers should be doing during this time? How can AMCs and Appraisers work together to get through these tough times?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Keith Murray, President and CEO of PCV Murcor. Murray tells us about the very unique way he first entered the industry, when he transitioned to an AMC, and some of the things that are most different now from when he started. Plus, we'll hear his advice to someone who is just getting into the industry to set them up for success.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In this week's episode, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Isaac Peck, Publisher at Working RE Magazine and President of OREP Insurance Services, about E&O Insurance. What kind of questions should an appraiser be asking before signing up with an insurance company? How do you make sure your provider is covering everything, such as bias claims? What other items do appraisers need to look out for?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys chats with Candy Cooke, Certified General Appraiser & Real Estate Broker. Candy talks about her experience in the industry as both a broker and an appraiser, and now as an instructor. We'll also discuss what's going on at the National Association of REALTORS, what these recent lawsuits could mean for the housing industry, and how AMCs and appraisers can work together to get through these tough times.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In today's episode, host Hal Humphreys interviews Allison Rodriguez, a Certified Residential Appraiser in Texas. Rodriguez talks about her experience as a designated member of the National Association of Appraisers (NAA) and a member of the Association of Texas Appraisers (ATA). Why it is so beneficial to network with fellow appraisers? And why we should participate in organizations in our profession?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In this week's episode, host Hal Humphreys chat with Dustin Harris, Coach at The Appraiser Coach and a residential appraiser who developed a system that took him from $75,000 per year (and 60+ hour per week) to over $500,000 per year (and working about 30 hours per week). We'll talk about what's been going on in his work, the possibility for appraisers to work less and make more, and how can to get there. Plus, Harris gives six tips for someone who would like to streamline their revenue sources, and what they can do to increase their dollar per hour worked.Dive deeper into this topic and hear more from Dustin Harris in his recent article, "Are Some Appraisers Actually Making More Money This Year?" You can find this article here: https://appraisalbuzz.com/are-some-appraisers-actually-making-more-money-this-year/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

This week, host Hal Humphreys talks with Brent Bowen, Chief Appraiser at Texas Valuation Professionals, and Instructor at Appraiser eLearning. We discuss his background in the industry, why creating formulas that work is such an important topic, and how this subject can improve an appraiser's work.Want to dive deeper into this topic? Take Bowen's class and come away with a robust, customizable template and the ability to use it. You’ll understand how and why we integrated appraisal theory with behavioral economics to structure this template. AND you’ll be able to apply advanced formulas to help you analyze how real people actually behave in the real estate market. Register here:https://appraiserelearning.com/product/creating-formulas-that-work-live-zoom-class-tuesday-october-31st/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's Buzzcast episode, host Hal Humphreys sits down with Stephanie Streep, Managing Partner and Certified Residential Appraiser in Texas. We discuss subjective language and how to avoid it, Streep's history as a supervisor, what people should know before taking on a trainee, and how appraisers can get involved in the discussion.Clubhouse is a social networking app that primarily revolves around audio conversations. It allows users to join virtual rooms or “clubs” where they can engage in real-time discussions.  Real Estate AppraisalTalk is our Club and there are multiple rooms per week.  Stephanie Streep is the moderator for Team Talk, which is the first and third Friday of the month at 10am cst. Her room delves into all things related to appraisals, with a special emphasis on the dynamics of teamwork.  Our conversations span from supervisors and trainees to the various professionals we encounter regularly in this line of work. The link to our Club is below:https://www.clubhouse.com/c/join/59NJZPF4At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

This week, host Hal Humphreys is chatting with Dave Bunton, President of The Appraisal Foundation (TAF). What changes are coming to the presentation of USPAP? What do we need to know about PAREA? Do appraisers going through the PAREA process still need a sponsor or a mentor? And what tips does Bunton have on finding the right mentor, if you do need one?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Steve Papin, a residential appraiser in Cincinnati, Ohio and President of Papin Appraisal. We talk about Papin's background and how he entered the appraisal industry, what changes he has seen, and why good leadership is so important in a crisis, specifically in reference to OCAP and the Rappatoni hack of this year.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In this week's episode, Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys share some highlights from the Appraisal Summit, brought to you by the National Association of Appraisers and powered by Appraiser eLearning.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys interviews Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic. Telford talks about his history in the industry, his take on the current market and what it means for appraisers today, as well as his tips on alternative sources of revenue.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

This week, host Hal Humphreys chats with Jason Covington, a Certified Residential Appraiser in Nashville, TN and an active member of the NAA. Covington tells us his some of his background in the appraisal business, his area of expertise in non-lending assignments, and what he'll be sharing in his session at the Appraisal Summit in Las Vegas this weekend.There's still time to register for the Appraisal Summit! Join us this weekend, Sept 16th-19th at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. Learn more or register here: https://www.appraisalsummit.net/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

This week, we decided to share with you some stories and testimonials from the attendees of Valuation Expo 2023! We had a great show this year and we really appreciate all the support from our sponsors and the attendees who joined us and made it such fun. We can’t wait to see you next year back at The Mirage on Aug 5th-7th, 2024.If you missed out on all the fun of Vegas and want to network with your peers, you can join us next month for the Appraisal Summit on Sept 16th-19th at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. https://www.appraisalsummit.net/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

This week, host Hal Humphrey's speaks with Brianne Ledbetter, Founder and Chief Appraiser at Town & Country Residential Appraisals. Ledbetter talks about her unique experience entering the industry, why she considers the appraisal profession to be a "professional trade", how to balance your work to weather the seasonality of appraising, and some tips for entering the industry today.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On this week's episode, host Hal Humphreys chats with Joshua Walitt, President of the National Association of Appraisers, about the upcoming Appraisal Summit. What can appraisers expect from this event? Why is non-lending work such an important part of the sessions this year? And what are the NAA's goals for the appraisal industry in the near future?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

Join us today as host Hal Humphreys talks with Marcus Hill, an author, speaker, and Real Estate Appraisal Expert. What experiences led him to publishing his book, Assessing My Value? How does this book pertain to appraisers as a whole? And what topics is he focused on in his lectures and his work?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

Tune in today as host Hal Humphreys talks with John Copulos, Business Owner at Copulos and Associates, about non-lender work. What does it look like to launch into non-lender work? How can we leverage social media to market ourselves? And why is this an important subject to consider?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

This week on the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys chats with Loren Cooke, President of Solidifi, who has 20 years of industry-related experience in promoting and deploying business solutions to the financial services market. Where is the appraiser industry going next? What do PAREA and the ADI have to do with these changes? And who benefits from these new advances in the industry?Find out more at Valuation Expo on August 7-9th, where key stakeholders, supervisors, and trainees involved in PAREA and the ADI share firsthand how they're attracting diverse new appraisers and trainees. Register here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Rachel Beam, Director of Valuation Equity at Fannie Mae. What is the ADI? What are some of the success stories that have come out of this initiative? And what does this mean for the next generation of appraisers?At Valuation Expo on August 7-9th, hear firsthand how the ADI and their partners are attracting diverse new appraisers and trainees. Find out more or register here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/Plus, check out Fannie Mae’s newly launched ADI website.Website: https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/appraiser-diversity-initiative-adiContact: [email protected] The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

Join us today as host Hal Humphreys chats with Nathan Brannen, Chief Product Officer at Restb.ai, about the presence of AI in the appraiser industry. What AI product is out there that can help with valuations? Where is AI going in the future? And what does this mean for an appraiser's work?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys talks with Heather Sullivan, Head of Operations Training Programs at Aloft, about the upcoming changes to UAD. What can appraisers expect from the UAD and Forms Redesign?  How will this affect our work and how we communicate?Want to learn more? At Valuation Expo on August 7-9th, representatives from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will share the latest appraisal-related policy updates, focusing on the latest in valuation modernization, Appraiser Independence Requirements, and more. Find out more or register here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On this week's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Craig Steinley, the President of the Appraisal Institute, about PAREA. What is PAREA? What does it mean for appraisers? How is the Appraisal Institute using this to help more appraisers enter the profession?Find out more about the PAREA program from the Appraisal Institute here: https://www.appraisalinstitute.org/appraisal-institute-parea-program-receives-approval-from-appraiser-qualifications-board/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys talks with Kevin Hecht, Certified Residential appraiser and McKissock Learning Instructor specializing in market analysis, USPAP, and real estate economics. What will happen to market conditions in the next few months and beyond?  And what can we expect from the Valuation Expo panel on Market Conditions in August?Find out more and register for Valuation Expo here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In today's Appraisal Buzz episode, host Hal Humphreys talks with Bryan Snoddy, Director of the Civil Rights Division at Texas Workforce Commission. What led Snoddy to the position he holds today? What does it mean to increase diversity in the appraisal industry? And how do we have those conversations?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On this week's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys talks with Eric Tsai, Co-Founder and CEO of Asteroom, about the future of valuation. Where is the industry headed in regards to modernization?  And what can we expect from the Valuation Expo panel on Appraisal Modernization in August?Find out more and register for Valuation Expo here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

On today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys is joined by Alan Hummel. Hummel is a Real Estate Valuation Professional, Principal at The Hummel Group, and instructor for several appraiser continuing education courses. Hummel talks about his experience in the appraisal industry, how he navigates ROVs, and why his course on Atypical Markets is so crucial in the current industry. At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!

In today's episode, host Hal Humphreys talks with Mark Calabria about his new book, Shelter from the Storm: How a COVID Mortgage Meltdown was Averted, as well as some of the major changes in the appraisal industry in the aftermath of the pandemic.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday! 

In today's Buzzcast episode, host Hal Humphreys chats with John Brenan, a giant in the appraisal industry with over 40 years of experience. Brenan talks about his journey in this industry, his newest venture into consulting services, and why he began offering these services to help appraisers use education and prevention to stay compliant.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Tune in as host Hal Humphreys talks with Tim Lillis, Los Angeles appraiser at Upward Appraisal. Lillis chats about his unique experience in the industry, being an "unlikely appraiser", and what it means to say yes to opportunities that come your way.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Join us as host Hal Humphreys talks with Peter Christensen, attorney and principal of the Christensen Law Firm, about appraiser liability. Christensen talks about his experience entering the appraisal industry, answers some common questions from appraisers, and tells a few stories from his career as an attorney.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

In today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal Humphreys is joined by Jim Baumberger, a real estate appraiser with over 33 years of practice. We discuss Jim's experiences in this industry, his passion for teaching on desktop appraisals, and what appraisers need to know about this topic.Gain 4 hours of CE and dive deeper into this subject with Jim Baumberger in his upcoming class, Desktops 101: Navigating GSE Appraisal Modernization. Jim Baumberger will be teaching this class LIVE via Zoom on Tuesday, May 9th. Register today at the link below:https://appraiserelearning.com/product/desktops-101-navigating-gse-appraisal-modernization-live-zoom-class-may-9th/If you're unable to join us live, this course is also available in an online, self-paced option:https://appraiserelearning.com/product/desktops-101-navigating-gse-appraisal-modernization/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

In today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal Humphreys chats with Bryan Reynolds, Partner and Instructor at Appraiser eLearning, about diversifying your practice. You can dive deeper into this topic, and gain 7 hours of CE credit, at the Appraiser eLearning Roadshow on Monday, May 1st. Register today to join us live, in-person OR virtually at the link below:https://appraiserelearning.com/product/appraiser-elearning-roadshow-diversifying-your-practice-may-1st-nashville-tn/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

In today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, hosts Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys are joined by Stacy Caprioli, Chief Appraiser at Nationwide Appraisal Network, a national AMC with over 14,000 appraisers on their panel. We discuss Caprioli's experience in the appraisal industry, the ups and downs of the appraisal industry over the years, and dive into contributory value.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

In today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, hosts Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys are joined by Roy Meyer, an international speaker, consultant, AI enthusiast, and Chief Lifestyle Officer at Lifestyle Insiders. We'll talk artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, and what these can mean for appraisers and the appraisal industry.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our industry. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Tune in as host Hal Humphreys speaks with guest Scott Reuter, Chief Appraiser at Freddie Mac, about avoiding problematic words and phrases in your appraisals.Learn about Scott Reuter's background in the industry, and what you need to know before filling out your next appraisal form. How do we tell a story with our appraisal while still making factual statements? Why is awareness of potential bias so important, and how can we ensure that we are using the proper language?Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Join our host Hal Humphreys and guest Mark Palim, VP and Deputy Chief Economist at Fannie Mae, as we discuss home price forecasts and market conditions. Palim shares his background in the appraisal industry, as well as predicted changes to the market in 2023. How did the pandemic affect the economy? Why did home prices and interest rates see such a significant change in the past few years? Where will they go from here?Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Join our new host, Hal Humphreys, in an interview with Lyle Radke, senior Director of Collateral Policy at Fannie Mae. Learn more about Radke's experience in this business, recent changes the industry has seen, and what Fannie Mae's new selling guide means for appraisers. Plus, check out the Appraisal Report Webinar on Thursday, 3/22 @ 10amCT with host Bryan Reynolds, as we discuss Fannie Mae's Selling Guide Updates in more detail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiETvXXViRAEmail comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

In this episode, our new host, Hal Humphreys, interviews John Russell, Strategic Partnership Officer for the American Society of Appraisers. You'll hear about the future of the appraisal industry, both the challenges and the opportunities. How will these changes affect appraisers, and what can you control?Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

In this episode, our new host, Hal Humphreys, chats with Joshua Walitt about the Appraiser's Conference and Trade Show (ACTS) in Sacramento, CA, on April 1st-4th. You'll hear about events and networking opportunities at ACTS, the Appraiser Diversity Initiative, and attorney Peter Christensen's pre-conference bias and diversity sessions. ACTS is co-hosted by the National Association of Appraisers and Appraiser eLearning. Learn more at: https://www.appraisersconference.net/ Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Tune in as Appraisal Buzzcast's new host, Hal Humphreys, chats with Barry Lebow, one of Canada's leading real estate personalities. First, we learn a little bit about Lebow's background and what he's experienced in his 55 years in the industry. Plus, we chat about alternative work opportunities, high-end property appraisals, the importance of mentorship, and more. And don't forget to listen until the end to find out our host's advice for our weekly anonymous appraiser question.Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Appraisal Buzzcast's new host, Hal Humphreys, chats with Anthony Blackburn about Reconsiderations of Value. First, we consider ways to avoid ROVs, and next, we discuss how to deal with ROVs when they are requested. We also talk about weed and value. Anonymous Appraiser asked us what to do if we run across marijuana in a home in a state where it is legal for recreational use. Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected].

Today’s Buzzcast interview is with Melissa Sanchez Malpass, Senior Associate of Consumer Finance and Fair Lending Attorney at Alston & Bird. We discussed her white paper, “Appraisal Values and Lender Liability: Art, Science, or Gamble?”   What is the relationship between appraisal values and lender liability? What are some of the ways that lenders are impacted by the racial bias claims in the appraisal industry? How can I submit a question for the new segment – The Anonymous Appraiser? These questions and much more will be answered between Melissa and Jim Morrison as they dive into this subject.   Have any comments or would you like to submit content of your own? Email [email protected].

Two longtime institutions within the real estate appraisal industry – Valuation Expo and the Appraisal Buzz Newsletter & podcast, – have a new owner, effective today. Joan Trice, who created the two entities and has been a leader in this industry for the better part of three decades, has sold the two businesses to Appraiser eLearning (AEL), an education media publisher with its own growing presence in the industry. AEL is a subsidiary of StoryBoard EMP, whose CEO Jim McLeod negotiated the purchase, in collaboration with AEL officers Hal Humphreys and Bryan Reynolds. Under the new management team, the staff of both Valuation Expo and Appraisal Buzz will remain in place and no changes are planned to either entity. The next Valuation Expo is scheduled for August 7-9 at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas. “Joan Trice is one of the most well-known leaders in the real estate appraisal industry, and it will be our honor – and our challenge – to continue these two important resources for the industry,” said McLeod. “Joan has done an incredible job of making both extremely successful, and our team at AEL is uniquely qualified to maintain and build upon that success.” Trice will continue to be active in the industry. She is the President of the Collateral Risk Network (CRN), a non-profit group that will continue to hold its annual meeting in conjunction with Val Expo. Trice is also CEO of Clearbox, a software database company. “I love this industry,” Trice said, “And even though I’m a conference junkie and love everything about this business, I have reached the point where I need to scale back, so I have hand-picked my successor. The team at Appraiser eLearning has really impressed me, not only with their continuing education products and communication skills, but also their conference management skills. They bring real energy and a love of this business, and I am confident they will build on the success of these two companies.” Trice started Val Expo two decades ago, in 2003, and has grown it into one of the most well-attended and highly anticipated education and networking gatherings in the industry. As the industry grew, Trice identified a similar need for a regular – in fact, weekly – communication resource that keep appraisers, lenders, regulators and others up-to-date on this fast-changing business. Trice noted that AEL’s technological expertise and education focus promise to “raise the bar” for both the conference and the newsletter. “With this change, I will have more time to focus on CRN, and I can tell you I plan to rely on Appraisal Buzz to get the word out, whenever I have news to share,” Trice said. “I am very proud of what we have created and very glad that the new management team plans to keep our team in place. They are rock stars.” Trice has worked with a four-member team to manage Val Expo and Appraisal Buzz – Jim Morrison, Karen Connolly, Irimar Waters, and Navi Johnson – who all will remain with the organization. AEL will also continue to partner with the National Association of Appraisers (NAA) as co-host of two annual appraisal conferences, the ACTS Conference held in Sacramento in April 2023, and the Appraisal Summit Conference held in Las Vegas in Septem

Today’s Buzzcast interview is with Brent Jones, CEO of R3 AMC. We discussed racial bias in the appraisal industry and how appraisers can protect themselves in the future from these types of claims.   What are some of the key things regarding E&O insurance that appraisers should be aware of? What are some of the ways that your AMC is promoting education on racial bias? How can I submit a question for the new segment – The Anonymous Appraiser? These questions and much more will be answered between Brent and Jim Morrison as they dive into this subject.   Here is the program for appraisers that are interested in the training he offers: Bias Training for Appraisers by Brent Jones   Have any comments or would you like to submit content of your own? Email [email protected].

Today’s Buzzcast interview is with Kim Perotti, Cofounder and Copresident of Axis, and Jim Jenkins, Chief appraiser at Axis. We discussed what appraisers and AMCs can do to push through this tough market.   What are some of the key steps appraisers and AMCs can take now to ensure a productive future? What is appraiser bias and how is it being challenged today? How can I submit a question for the new segment – The Anonymous Appraiser? These questions and much more will be answered between Kim, Jim, and Jim Morrison as they dive into this subject.   Have any comments or would you like to submit content of your own? Email [email protected].

Today’s Buzzcast interview is with Joshua Walitt, Principal Analyst of Walitt Solutions. We discussed non-lender work for appraisers in this market and his upcoming in-person CE course, “Non-Lending Appraisal Assignments” hosted on February 17th.   What is non-lender work? How does an appraiser get started in looking for non-lender work? What will I be learning in this CE course? These questions and much more will be answered between Josh and Jim as they dive into this subject.   Here are the upcoming events:   Non-Lending Appraisals CE Course - https://appraisalbuzz.com/ce-events/diversify-your-business-with-non-lending-appraisals/   Making New Year's Plans: Operational and Regulatory Compliance for AMCs - https://www.bigmarker.com/Appraisal-Buzz/Making-New-Year-s-Plans-Operational-and-Regulatory-Compliance-for-AMCs   Have any comments or would you like to submit content of your own? Email [email protected].

Today’s Buzzcast interview is with Craig Steinley, 2023 President of the Appraisal Institute. We discussed what the Appraisal Institute has in store for 2023 and the plan he has for this upcoming year as the president.   What does AI have planned for 2023? What are the five specific points on this years agenda that AI wants to focus on? How is FIRREA being impacted this year? These questions and much more will be answered between Craig and Joan as they dive into this subject.   Have any comments or would you like to submit content of your own? Email [email protected].