Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 12, 2022

Here’s one of their advertisements on YouTube. When I first saw these advertisements, I thought the tech was slick! I am a huge fan of using technology when appraising properties. And I remember the first time I started using a digital camera instead of a 35mm camera to take pictures during my inspections. Remember them?

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The Appraiser Coach

MAY 18, 2021

I probably take about 20-25 per house that I inspect. It is no secret that we as appraisers take a lot of photos. Then there are all the comp photos. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 12, 2021

Even when we’re out, we’re still doing work-related tasks like shooting pictures and doing inspections. Many appraisers work out of our homes, not interacting with office staff or other appraisers. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

AUGUST 31, 2021

I’m big on technology. One of my most used pieces of technology is my smartphone. I wanted to share with you some of the apps that I use all the. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Technology is important to your business. Sometimes, it can be a challenge to keep your computer, your systems, your network, your internet, and the software you use all running and. Read More.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 13, 2020

.” “Lockboxes,” “move-in inspections,” and “move-out inspections” were also mentioned. Technology subscriptions (11%). Some agents said that technology tools such as DocuSign, CRM, and MLS make up the biggest portion of their real estate business expenses. Advertising (5.5%).

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The Appraiser Coach

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I had gone over to do an inspection for him, and we got to talking about how he had had another guy come through earlier to do an appraisal of his home. No matter what we think, people are not the creatures of logic and reason we like to think we are. I remember an interaction I had one day with a homeowner.

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Hank Miller Team

JULY 2, 2023

Technology continues to transform marketing, real estate in particular. Advertising, especially in real estate, always pushes the boundaries, but there is an expectation that the information presented is factually accurate. Accuracy from the start can help ensure a smoother transaction process.

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The Appraiser Coach

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Isn’t technology these days pretty good for getting most information from the desktop? With the advent of the hybrid appraisal, it seems that the need for comp photos has become obsolete. If we don’t need original photos for hybrids, do we need them at all? Who honestly likes them anyway? How long have you been appraising?

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The Appraiser Coach

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Imagine you’re at an inspection. During your standard walk-through, you look out the window and see a car pull up into the driveway. Your mind starts racing when you see. Read More.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

They send an all-cash offer in less than 24 hours, provide a free home inspection, and completely eliminate the hassle of selling a home. Opendoor is going to negotiate the problems on the home inspection into their offer. Opendoor also pays for the home inspection, eliminating that cost for sellers.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Includes current issues and trends in AZ real estate & property inspection issues CE Sales Package #1 with Ethics: 12 of the 24 required hrs of coursework (9 mandatory & 3 general hrs). Course includes contracts used in real estate transactions with samples and practical contract completion exercises. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 29, 2023

With regularly scheduled inspections, potential issues are discovered early on before it turns into an emergency. Some property managers are more adept than others in using modern technology and keeping their finger on the pulse of the industry. Generally speaking, what are your advertising tactics? Lower maintenance expenses.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 26, 2024

In a recent reflection on my appraisal business, I want to share an inspiring story about a fellow appraiser who defied market challenges and achieved remarkable success. This individual, relatively new to running their own appraisal business, exemplifies the power of dedication and strategic learning.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 19, 2024

As a real estate investor, I have the opportunity to rub shoulders with all kinds of people, even other appraisers on occasion. With a recent house purchase in another state, I got a call from the appraiser of this property as he was planning a visit out there. We talked about what was still needed and how to go about the property moving forward.

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The Appraiser Coach

JUNE 27, 2023

I’ve recently been posting about what I call the “Principles of Prosperity.” I’ve been hoping to give you a brief introduction that will pique your. Read More

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 12, 2024

I want to talk today about something with which we are all familiar. I believe that we need to keep this in the forefront of our minds as business owners. This term is “opportunity cost.”

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 5, 2024

I talk a lot on this blog about change. That’s partly because so much change has happened just during my time as an appraiser. I’ve seen the advent of laser measuring, electronic forms, and most recently, remote appraisals. This industry is seemingly in an almost constant state of change!

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

I’ve talked a lot about what I term the “principles of success.” I truly believe in them, and I think they are all important to achieving success. A lot of people ask me though what the one key to success is. In reality, there isn’t just one. There are many little things that need to be done in order to get where you want to be.

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

I’ve talked many times about the principle of the mastermind. Napoleon Hill, who was one of the first people to talk about it, described it this way: when you get more than 2 people in a room with similar backgrounds, similar needs, and similar goals, then you form an additional entity (paraphrasing). This is the mastermind.

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The Appraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In a Mastermind meeting with other (non-appraiser) business owners, I was reminded of how well so many principles that I share with you apply across different areas, whether it’s real estate or office work. There was a man by the name of Jack who was talking about how much he has to do.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 28, 2023

I talked recently in another post about the fact that money is a tool that we use to keep track of value. Money really has no value in and of. Read More

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 30, 2024

After a trip to Washington, D.C. and Chicago for some Mastermind classes, and a visit with my daughter at Michigan State, I went to work at my office in Idaho Falls to find that I had an “Official Mail” slip attached to my door. I thought that was a little strange, because the address of my office isn’t widely publicized.

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 23, 2024

It’s a situation I’ve seen time and time again. Someone in the appraisal office is doing too much. They take all the phone calls. They do all the data entry. They send out all the emails. They update AMCs when needed. They make appointments. What don’t they do? Sleep, probably. I have a term for this kind of behavior: Everyperson Syndrome.

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 9, 2024

When I first started coaching, I was told by many people that I should write a book. I was on fire with the good news that you didn’t have to be frustrated with your job, working long hours and getting nowhere.

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Real Quantum

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Commercial Appraiser Tech Tools Update – Webinar Recap McKissock published their Appraisal Income Guide in 2019 reporting that appraisers who adopt new technology tools earned over $44,000 more per year than appraisers who did not. Jeff and Chase are passionate about helpful technology and have little patience for bad products.

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The Appraiser Coach

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

You may have heard that you can’t have opinions about the color of a room or shaggy carpet as you’re doing your job and walking through homes… that’s dead wrong. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 2, 2024

There’s been a lot of talk recently about desktop appraisals. Everyone has their opinion, and there are many who are not in favor of this new development.

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The Appraiser Coach

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

There are so many mind-boggling technological advancements out there and so many educational resources to take advantage of. What an opportunity it is to live in the information age. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

JANUARY 10, 2023

I’ve begun to notice that retirement is starting to creep up on me a little bit, and I’m starting to wonder if I’m really ready. I recently decided to get. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Language is important. We often get so caught up in the moment, so laser-focused on how we feel about something, that we become casual in the verbiage that we use. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Getting older got you thinking about retirement? Well, hopefully this isn’t the first time it’s crossed your mind. It’s never too early to think about what you want your job to look like long term. And the ideal retirement plan might look different for you than it does your neighbor.

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The Appraiser Coach

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The myth we often believe when it comes to working from home is that productivity significantly slows down. The image you probably have in your head is someone who lounges around watching soap operas and is just mindful enough to keep the computer from going to sleep in between loads of laundry and a mid-morning Starbucks run.

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The Appraiser Coach

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Imagine you are doing an appraisal for a single family home on three acres and, upon analysis, you realize there is more value in subdividing the lot. Then you find out the buyer is buying the property to benefit from that value and already has the subdivision process in the works.

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The Appraiser Coach

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Let’s talk about shoes. Now I know, you may not expect businessmen and professionals to talk about shoes. Surely, they have more important things to think about. Nevertheless, the. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

AUGUST 9, 2022

When it comes to getting business, a lot of us like to go for the “low-hanging fruit.” AMCs are a wonderful source of that “easy to get” business. They’ve been. Read More.

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The Appraiser Coach

DECEMBER 20, 2022

I remember when I first started using a laser to do my measurements. I was up in front of a group of people, and I asked them to show by. Read More.

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