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Stop Thinking Like an Appraiser and Start Thinking Like a Valuation Professional
What happens when an appraiser stops thinking like “just” an appraiser?In this episode, Hal Humphreys sits down with Michael Tidwell II—investment sales broker, Certified General Appraiser, and professor—to unpack a career that’s moved f...
Short-Term Rentals, Non-QMs, and the Art of Saying Just Enough
A major acquisition, a fast-growing corner of the lending world, and a reality check on commentary in UAD 3.6.Today, Hal and Jim sit down with Bill Waltenbaugh, Chief Appraiser at Nationwide Appraisal Network (now part of Stewart Valuati...
What We Learned in Seattle (And Why It Matters to You)
Fresh off the plane from Seattle, we’re breaking down the biggest moments from this year’s Appraisers Conference and Trade Show (ACTS). From packed sessions on UAD 3.6 to the conversations shaping the future of valuation, we’re sharing w...
Staff vs. Fee Panel: Why the Staff Model Is Gaining Ground
Staff vs. fee panel. It’s one of the longest-running debates in appraisal history, and today we’re going to address it. Hal is joined by Todd Rasmussen of MARRCH Valuations to break down the staff appraiser model, explain why he believes it’s t...
Meet the Instructor of the Year | Buzzy Awards 2026
As we rounded out 2025, we put out a call for nominations for our second inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to once again recognize appraisers across the nation who are innovators, champions of their colleagues, tireless volunteers, and excellen...
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