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Recent PostsArchivesCategoriesUncategorized« Previous EntriesJust A Friendly ReminderThursday, September 2nd, 2010Several weeks ago Fannie Mae announced new photograph requirements and at that time, I sent an email letting everyone on our panel know of the new, soon to be implemented protocol. Well, yesterday was the day. As of September 1, 2010 all reports completed and sold to Fannie Mae are required to have the following [...] Questions, Concerns and ConsiderationsWednesday, August 25th, 2010Our goal at AppraiserLoft is to provide Fanatical Customer Service at every step of the appraisal process. This philosophy extends to all needs, including those that arise after the completion and delivery of the report. Please understand, that after a client has a chance to review your report, they may have some questions and/or concerns. [...] A Peek Under The Hood Of Quality ControlWednesday, August 4th, 2010It's no secret that some appraisers tend to raise a few hairs when it comes to Quality Control (QC). Believe me, I understand and can identify with your aggravation. It's frustrating when you spend half an afternoon hammering away at an assignment to get it just right only to receive an email shortly after submission, [...] Appearance MattersWednesday, July 28th, 2010You just read the title of this week's blog and I know you're thinking, "Is this guy kidding?" It may sound superficial, but appearance does matter. The simple truth is this: if you look like you have your act together, most people will assume you really do. The opposite is also true: if you don't [...] Farewell HVCCWednesday, July 21st, 2010This morning I read one of many recent articles that scrutinized and blamed the appraisal process for some of the current housing woes. These articles state that inexperienced and out of town appraisers are being hired by lenders and their authorized agents in an effort to cut costs and decrease turn times. The critics say, [...] A Picture is Worth A Thousand WordsTuesday, July 13th, 2010We've all heard the age-old adage, "A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words." I'm not sure where this phrase comes from, but it certainly rings true in many situations. With one image, vast amounts of information can be conveyed quickly and easily. Think about it. If one was charged with describing the breathtaking view of [...] Midyear UpdateWednesday, July 7th, 2010It's only been six short months since I started writing this blog and in the very first post, I talked about how much change has occurred in the appraisal industry over the past several years. In the very same post, I also predicted this year to be a landmark year for change; I knew something [...] Communication ContinuedWednesday, June 30th, 2010In last weeks For What It's Worth I talked about communication and how technology enhanced our ability to stay connected. Having the right tools and knowing how to use them certainly makes life easier. For the appraiser, the smartphone is a valuable device for keeping everyone in the appraisal process updated and informed. However, having [...] Technology and CommunicationWednesday, June 23rd, 2010When I stop and think about it, it amazes me how connected our society has become. Given the advent of internet, email and wireless technology, staying in touch has become easier than ever. Add to this, the advent of the smart phone, and you can be connected to anyone, anywhere all within a click of [...] The Virtual ClassroomWednesday, June 16th, 2010What can be better than grabbing a hot cup of coffee, putting on your favorite pair of slippers and curling up with your laptop to fulfill your 7-hour USPAP update requirement? Well, come to think of it, there are probably other things I would rather do. On the bright side though, if you have trouble [...] « Previous Entries |
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