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What's going on with the new generation of appraisers? What is the Appraiser Diversity Initiative? And how can each of us help support those entering into the industry today? This week, host Hal Humphreys speaks once again with Loren Cooke, President of Solidifi, about this very topic.We are so excited to have Loren as one of our Keynote Speakers in our "VET" talks (and Solidifi joining us as a platinum sponsor) for Valuation Expo in August. We've really changed up the general session this ye...

This week, host Hal Humphreys sits down with Kharon Brown, Certified Residential Appraiser and Vice President of Recruitment at RSDS. RSDS is one of the industry leaders in bringing new people into the appraisal field. Kharon tells us about his role in that process, and why it is such an important action item for the company (and for the appraisal industry at large).Kharon Brown will be presenting on the first panel of Valuation Expo this year discussing “Asking the Why”, where panelists will...

There are a lot of changes coming up that will be effecting appraisers with the new UAD from the GSEs. How can we prepare for these changes? Why is it so important to start practicing NOW? Today, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Joel Baker, Senior Professional of Product Solutions at A la mode. Joel is one of the biggest voices in the industry through his podcasts and instructing with A la mode.We're partnering with CoreLogic / a la mode to offer LIVE continuing education! Joel will be teaching...

This week, host Hal Humphreys sits down once again with Heather Sullivan, Head of Learning and Development at Aloft. One of the biggest issues we have seen from GSE’s is about appraisers supporting their adjustments. Why is that such an issue for some appraisers? Why is it crucial now more than ever for appraisers to master this skill?Heather will be teaching a free class for appraisers on August 19th at Valuation Expo called Mastering Market-Based Adjustments. You'll gain 4 hours of CE for f...

This week, host Hal Humphreys sits down with Liz Green, Head of Digital Solutions for Candescent, and affectionally known around the industry as "Miss MISMO". Liz fills us in on her history in the industry and her involvement in MISMO (Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization). A lot will be changing with the UAD for both lenders and appraisers. We hone in on what some of these changes will mean for the lending industry, as well as how the technology changes will affect appraisers...

Today, host Hal Humphreys meets with Jeff Allen, President of CubiCasa. Jeff has been an integral part of the valuation industry for a while, and he gets us up to speed on what his experience has involved. There have been a lot of new changes coming to the valuation space. What are some recent changes happening in valuation technology Where is the future of valuation going, and just how long will it take us to get there?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and exper...