Appraisers On Purpose

Michael Hobbs

The Appraisers on Purpose Podcast showcases inspiring appraisers and professionals from the industry who are leaders in their field. How did they get to where they are? What have they learned along the way? And what do they do now for their teams, their clients, and the industry? Your host is real estate investor, seriel entrepreneur, and appraiser Michael Hobbs.

  1. 4일 전

    Carlos Fong | How an Appraiser Made $15K Without Picking Up a Clipboard

    He didn’t need a license, a loan, or a toolbox—just the right address. In this episode of “Appraisers on Purpose,” Carlos shares how he earned $15,000—without ever doing an appraisal. That first win wasn’t a fluke. It was proof: appraisers already have the knowledge to build wealth. They just need to use it differently. Carlos, who started in the field straight out of high school, walks us through how he turned his appraisal background into a gateway for real estate investing. From flipping homes with partners to managing a seven-unit building in Miami, Carlos shows how thinking like an investor—not just a technician—can transform your entire financial future. His journey is refreshingly honest. He opens up about flops, hard money loans, rough tenants, and one deal that made no profit at all. But through it all, Carlos reveals a hopeful truth:You don’t need to leave appraising to grow wealth—you just need to leverage what you already know. Tune in to hear how Carlos used appraiser insight—not elbow grease—to start generating real equity, without burning out in the fee-for-service grind.

    59분

  2. 11월 5일

    Tyler Warne | Why Appraisers Should Be the Richest People at the Table

    How Tyler Warne Turned Appraisals into Ownership — And Why You Can Too.In this episode of Appraisers on Purpose, Tyler Warne delivers a powerful wake-up call: appraisers shouldn’t just value deals they should own them.Rather than treating appraising as the ceiling, Tyler sees it as a launchpad. With years of entrepreneurial grit and a sharp eye for data, he leveraged his valuation skills to build a thriving commercial real estate portfolio, broker deals, and even buy out a firm.Tyler shares how he stair-stepped out of a staff role, used his appraisal income and relationships to secure equity in projects, and turned one $50K investment into a portfolio worth millions.But this isn’t just about Tyler’s wins.It’s about the path forward for every appraiser willing to look beyond the report to see the relationships, the insights, and the opportunities they’re already sitting on.Tune in to hear how appraisers can shift from behind the scenes to leading the deal and why the richest person at the table should be you. If today’s episode got you thinking differently about what’s possible in real estate, we’d love to help you take the next step. Whether you need a rock-solid appraisal, expert insight, or a trusted partner to guide your property decisions — we’re here for it. Learn more at www.pahroo.com — and let’s build something smart, together.

    1시간 1분

  3. 9월 24일

    Matt Jenkins | Scaling an Appraisal Business Without Losing Quality

    Before the bubble burst, someone had to sign off on the value.In this episode of Appraisers on Purpose, Matt Jenkins reveals a surprising truth: your appraisal doesn't end when you hit "send."With over two decades of experience scaling appraisal firms and navigating capital markets, Matt shares how appraisers are more than form-fillers, they’re critical contributors in high-stakes financial decisions. From tie-outs to securitizations, your report could be the reason a loan stays in the pool or gets rejected.But that’s not all. Matt unpacks how a “startup mindset” helped him lead through rapid growth, product innovation, and industry change. His optimism about the future is contagious: AI, automation, and modernization aren’t threats, they’re tools for increasing revenue, reducing revisions, and improving the quality of life for appraisers who are willing to evolve.For Matt, staying curious, responsive, and adaptable isn’t just smart, it’s essential for staying in the game.🎧 Tune in now to hear Matt Jenkins’ powerful perspective on what it takes to not just survive, but thrive, in the new era of real estate valuation.

    1시간

  4. 9월 18일

    Eric Roman | The Dinner Table Moment That Changed His Career Forever

    He walked away from burnout and built a career that saves both communities and dinner time.In this powerful episode of “Appraisers on Purpose,” Eric Roman shares how a soul-crushing moment at the dinner table pushed him to rethink everything.What followed was a complete career transformation from burnout in fee-split chaos to purpose-driven work in the public sector.Eric now appraises properties most professionals only dream of: the Golden Gate Park, the bottom of the San Francisco Bay, missile ranges, and military bases. But more than that, he’s found balance, meaning, and impact in work that protects both public infrastructure and private property rights.He explains how right-of-way appraisal work, often overlooked, isn't just a job. It’s a chance to be the bridge between community needs and fairness for property owners.Eric also opens up about mentoring the next generation of appraisers, finding purpose through the Civil Air Patrol, and why working in public service offers more than a steady paycheck, it offers legacy.Tune in to hear Eric Roman’s inspiring path toward building a career with dignity, freedom, and deep-rooted value.

    53분

  5. 9월 10일

    Ken De Feo | The $8M Valuation Gap and What It Teaches Us About Appraisal Subjectivity

    Two appraisals. One property. $8 million apart. That kind of gap didn’t just raise eyebrows, it helped break the system in 2008.In this episode of Appraisers on Purpose, Ken De Feo pulls back the curtain on the wild inconsistencies in appraisal during the lead-up to the financial crisis and why some of those same risks are still lurking today. Ken has seen it all: subprime chaos, default servicing, asset review, and now, he's helping lead the charge on UAD 3.6, the appraisal modernization project that might actually fix what’s broken. Inside the episode: ▪️The $8M value gap that made Ken's team stop in their tracks ▪️How appraisal inconsistencies fueled the 2008 collapse ▪️Why UAD 3.6 could bring clarity, not more complexity ▪️What appraisers need to understand about how their reports are used downstream If you think the appraisal report ends when you hit submit, this episode will change that. And if you’ve ever been blamed for a number someone else manipulated you'll feel seen. Listen why Ken believes the best days of this profession are still ahead.

    47분

  6. 9월 3일

    Becci Curry | What Every Appraiser Can Learn From Thinking Like a CEO

    She started as a researcher. She ended up leading appraisal quality across the Americas. In this uplifting episode of Appraisers on Purpose, Becci Curry shares how curiosity not credentials can be the key to building an extraordinary career in appraisal.Becci didn’t follow a traditional path. From helping her dad with legal descriptions at 11, to becoming Chief Appraiser at 35 while raising two kids, her story is filled with real-world lessons on growth, leadership, and finding your voice in a quiet profession.But what truly sets Becci apart is how she thinks.She doesn’t just complete assignments she builds systems, asks hard questions, and constantly looks for ways to improve the work around her.Now overseeing quality and risk management across North and South America for CBRE, Becci reflects on how:Small firms taught her resourcefulness.Sponsors (not just mentors) opened doors.And remote work gave her the clarity to design a career that fits her life.Her message? You don’t have to wait to be chosen. You can create your own lane and bring others with you.🎧 Tune in to hear how Becci Curry turned relentless curiosity into one of the most inspiring appraisal careers we’ve ever featured.

    1시간

  7. 8월 27일

    Brent Henry | How to Build an Appraisal Business That Doesn’t Rely on Marketing

    Brent doesn’t chase clients anymore, he outlasted the collapse, and now they chase him.In this episode of “Appraisers on Purpose,” expert appraiser Brent Henry shares how a career he never planned for became a path to leadership, credibility, and legacy in the valuation world.Brought into the profession by family tradition, Brent started by holding the measuring tape, but ended up building appraisals that hold up in court. Today, 90% of his work comes from complex, high-stakes litigation cases.His secret? A relentless focus on building better reports, telling the full story, and never settling for “good enough.”But Brent isn’t just looking back, he’s looking forward. He’s mentoring younger appraisers, offering courtroom exposure, and showing that there’s a future in this business beyond AMC grind and burnout.If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s more to appraisal than chasing forms and fees, this episode will give you a hopeful, powerful roadmap.Tune in to hear Brent Henry’s journey and how appraisers can build meaningful careers that outlast the trends.

    50분

  8. 8월 20일

    David Ziccardi | From Trainee to Trailblazer: Building a Modern Appraisal Business

    Appraisals pay the bills. Vision builds the business. In this episode of Appraisers on Purpose, David Ziccardi shares how an ill-timed investment during the 2008 crash sparked a bigger journey, one that led from doing reports to running a real business. David doesn’t just talk about appraisals—he talks about building a career that scales. From working under four supervisors just to get certified, to growing a 40% non-lender client base and mentoring trainees, his story is packed with lessons for every appraiser who’s feeling stuck. You’ll learn: Why mindset, not just market data, determines your growthHow embracing tech early gave David an edgeWhat every trainee (and trainer) needs to hear about mentorship This episode is for appraisers who are ready to shift from surviving to leading, and want to do it with purpose. 🎧 Listen now and see what happens when vision drives your valuation business.

    46분
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The Appraisers on Purpose Podcast showcases inspiring appraisers and professionals from the industry who are leaders in their field. How did they get to where they are? What have they learned along the way? And what do they do now for their teams, their clients, and the industry? Your host is real estate investor, seriel entrepreneur, and appraiser Michael Hobbs.

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    Michael Hobbs
  • 방송 연도
    2023년 - 2025년
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    © Michael Hobbs
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    Appraisers On Purpose

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