The Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearning

Bryan Reynolds

Each week, Bryan Reynolds tells stories, shares appraisal industry news, or brings up points to ponder that are relevant to boots-on-the-ground real estate appraisers. You can also watch these episodes at the Appraiser eLearning YouTube channel.

  1. JAN 27

    The Appraisal Update - Episode 218 | "Help! I'm going to court..."

    An appraiser named John called me in a panic. He was headed to court and needed help — fast. Not only did John ask what he should wear to trial, he also asked a much bigger question: How do I effectively explain my opinion of value when the other expert valued the land, valued the house separately, and added them together — resulting in a much higher value? In this episode, I share a real-life courtroom story involving a house on forty acres, competing expert opinions, and how to clearly explain valuation methodology in a way that judges and attorneys actually understand. As a sidebar, I also talk about the four economic influences an item must possess to achieve value, and how the absence of even one can cause value to diminish — or disappear entirely. Most importantly, I share how John turned what he thought would be a horrifying court appearance into a great opportunity to expand his practice, build credibility, and make good money doing it. If you’ve ever worried about testifying in court, explaining complex appraisal concepts in plain English, or being challenged by another expert’s methodology, this episode is for you. — Bryan Reynolds 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes:    /appraiserelearning ✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com 🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates on The Appraisal Buzz: appraisalbuzz.com

    26 min
  2. 12/02/2025

    The Appraisal Update - Episode 211 | Melissa Bond's Practical Appraiser Training Program

    In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Bond, the creator of the MPAT Program — Practical Appraiser Training Program under a Practicum Environment. Melissa’s program is transforming how new appraisers enter the profession. She’s had incredible success — five full training programs completed, active in 10 states, and her students are passing the National Exam at an impressive 88% rate, far above the national average. Unlike the traditional supervisor/trainee model, the MPAT Program provides participants with a real-world practicum environment where they can earn their 1,000 hours in a structured and supportive setting. Melissa is also a new sponsor of The Appraisal Update Podcast, and she’s using this platform to extend an invitation to those who want to make a difference in the appraisal industry. She’s looking for managers (no appraisal license required), lead instructors, and field instructors to join her growing team. If you’ve ever wanted to help shape the next generation of appraisers — or explore licensing her proven training system — this episode is one you don’t want to miss. Tune in to hear how Melissa Bond and the MPAT Program are redefining the path to becoming a professional appraiser. —Bryan Reynolds Find out more about Melissa Bond's program at https://www.ceinstructor.com/ 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes:    /appraiserelearning ✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com 🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates on The Appraisal Buzz: appraisalbuzz.com

    40 min
4.6
out of 5
25 Ratings

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Each week, Bryan Reynolds tells stories, shares appraisal industry news, or brings up points to ponder that are relevant to boots-on-the-ground real estate appraisers. You can also watch these episodes at the Appraiser eLearning YouTube channel.

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