Beyond the Numbers
Starting to explore the appraisal profession and want expert insight? Or are you measuring your appraisal career in decades now? Either way, this podcast is for you!
I’m Julie Molendorp Floyd, MNAA, the Appraisal Curriculum Developer at McKissock. Join me with an expert guest each week as we dive into the topics that matter most to appraisers, from industry and education news to marketing and tax insights to help you run your business. And yes, we share war stories too!
Beyond the Numbers
Bridging the Gap: How Appraisers, Agents, and Policy Shape the Future of Valuation
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In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Kevin Hecht sits down with Keisha Wilkinson, Senior Policy Representative for Valuation at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), to unpack one of the most important—and often misunderstood—relationships in real estate: appraisers and agents.
With over a decade of experience at Fannie Mae and now working on the front lines of policy and advocacy, Keisha shares how valuation policy is shaped, how legislation impacts appraisers, and why communication between professionals is more critical than ever.
From breaking down common misconceptions (yes, agents can talk to appraisers) to exploring major legislative efforts like the Appraisal Industry Improvement Act and Appraisal Modernization Act, this conversation dives into the real forces driving change in the industry.