The Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearning

Today, Bryan chats with Mike Lay and Michelle Patterson, two working Texas appraisers who've already started completing UAD 3.6 appraisals. They talk about their experience with the new format, testing out different software providers, and what they think the future of appraising will look like once UAD 3.6 goes into effect. 

Join us for the UAD 3.6 Software Shootout, a live-virtual event, on Oct. 21 - 22: https://appraiserelearning.com/product/uad-3-6-software-shootout-live-virtual-event-october-21st-22nd-2026/

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

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Today, Bryan Reynolds talks with Narainder Chandwani, Founder and CEO of ApprAIz, about the latest developments in appraisal quality control and ApprAIz’s new Quality Check product. Plus, they discuss the new option for an extension to the UAD 3.6 mandate, what that means for appraisers and lenders, and how technology may help the industry navigate this transition.

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

Bryan sits down with Nick Conteduca of Banks Technologies to discuss the UAD 3.6 Policy Exception that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac just announced. Stay tuned to hear their thoughts, what to expect from this, and how this will effect the industry.

View the announcement here: https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/news-events/uad-policy-exception

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

What does the future of appraising look like—and who will lead it? In this episode, Bryan Reynolds sits down with Lauren Butler of RTCO Appraisals, someone fresh into the industry, to talk about the process of bringing the next generation into the profession.

From changing the way we talk about appraisal to embracing technology, AI, and UAD 3.6, Lauren shares why there’s plenty of reason for aspiring appraisers to be excited about the road ahead. It’s an honest, encouraging conversation about the challenges, opportunities, and possibilities waiting for the next generation of valuation professionals. (TLDR: It's not all doom-and-gloom.)

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

Today, Bryan sits down with Jim Morrison of Appraisal Buzz to talk about three major events coming up fast in preparation for the Nov. 2nd deadline for UAD 3.6. Plus, they'll share some thoughts on the deadline, appraiser readiness, and whether software companies have it together for this historic shift in the profession.

Register for the UAD 3.6 Scramble and KAA Golf Tournament (Oct. 1-2) here: https://www.ky-appraisers.org/upcoming-events#!event/2026/10/2/kaa-golf-tournament

Register for the virtual UAD 3.6 Software Shootout (Oct. 21-22) here: https://appraiserelearning.com/product/uad-3-6-software-shootout-live-virtual-event-october-21st-22nd-2026/

Register for the Appraisal Summit (Oct. 31-Nov. 3) here: https://www.appraisalsummit.net/

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

This week, Bryan sits down with John Dingeman, Chief Appraiser at Class Valuation, to take a closer look at the UAD 3.6 deadline. (It's getting close, folks.) They discuss their theories on whether or not the November 2nd deadline will change; how well-prepared the appraisers, appraisal companies, and software companies feel; and possible ways to make this transition smoother (and avoid a crash-and-burn in November). Stay tuned and find out what our guest has to say.

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

In this episode, Bryan Reynolds takes a closer look at the quickly approaching November 2nd deadline for the UAD 3.6 rollout, and what it could mean for appraisers, lenders, and the industry as a whole. From the floor at Valuation Expo, Bryan asks the people who will be most directly impacted: Will the deadline hold, or will it get pushed?

Hear what appraisers and industry leaders had to say about the new format, their level of preparedness, and whether November 2nd is truly the finish line (or starting line, depending on how you look at it).

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

UAD 3.6 is here, appraisal policy is evolving, and change is happening fast. This week, Jason Covington takes back the mic for another special edition episode. He sits down with Fannie Mae's Lyle Radke to break down the thinking behind recent appraisal policy updates, what they mean for lenders, and how appraisers can successfully navigate the transition. From the history of UAD to practical advice on managing change, this conversation offers a clear look at where the industry is headed—and what you should be paying attention to.

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

The Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) has released its Second Exposure Draft of proposed changes to the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria—and if adopted, they could reshape the future of the appraisal profession. From reducing barriers to entry to rethinking long-standing qualification requirements, these proposals have sparked plenty of conversation across the industry.

In this episode, Jeff Morley joins us to break down what's actually being proposed, why the AQB believes these changes are necessary, and what they could mean for aspiring appraisers and the profession as a whole. Whether you support the proposals or have concerns, this is a conversation every appraiser should hear.

See the full exposure draft here: https://appraisalfoundation.sharefile.com/public/share/web-s39712a2b1f42469b91333e7714dcf860

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.

UAD 3.6 is coming—and preparation goes far beyond learning new forms.

In this special edition episode of the Appraisal Update Podcast, Jason Covington returns as host to sit down with Chris Williams, President of AIMSdashboard and National Coordinator for the UAD 3.6 Production Incubation Initiative. They discuss how the Initiative is helping appraisers gain real-world experience before the transition. They'll explore why it was created, the benefits of getting involved, and what appraisers, lenders, and AMCs can expect as the industry moves into the UAD 3.6 era.

If you want to know how to prepare for what's next, this episode is a great place to start.

Go to UAD36prod.com to learn more or join the initiative.

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The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning.  We’re more than just a CE provider. We offer free training and resources to our community of followers. So next time you’re on the road or have some free time, download an episode of “The Appraisal Update Podcast,” or tune into our free monthly webinar, “The Appraisal Report Webinar.” Appraiser eLearning is the trusted resource for appraisers – available 24/7, anywhere, from any device. It’s all online, and it’s all flexible.

Learn because you want to.