Question of the decade; does size really matter? Well, when it comes to the valuation of real estate, it is one of the most important factors; and in more ways than one.

Expert Appraiser Mike Brunson joins Dustin today to talk about some interesting things happening in the Las Vegas real estate market. Some things are looking ominously like pre-2008. What do appraisers need to know about Vegas and their own markets?

As real estate valuation experts, it is important to remember the three rules or real estate; Location, location, location.

Dustin's favorite book of all time is Don Quixote. He recently reread it and found some analogies to running an appraiser business.

Sounds simple, but even appraisers sometimes mix and match these terms. They are not the same and it behooves us to know the difference as valuation professionals.

What is the difference between statements and summaries and do you have to have a summary in the workfile when you state? Also, what recent changes were made to USPAP with regard to reviews and why should appraisers care?

One of the biggest financial burdens anyone has is their monthly mortgage payment. Appraisers are no different. Listen to what Dustin did to help pay off his mortgage sooner and make a commitment to do it on your side as well.

Realtor and Host of the Pitbull Patti Show interviews Dustin

Sometimes it is call the universe abhors a vacuum principle and it is basically this, if there is a hole in your life, you will move heaven and earth to fill it. Dustin recently hired a new employee and used this principle to guide him. Listen in to find out how it works.

There is some fear out there surrounding big data and some recent changes in the appraisal profession. However, rather than reacting with fear, Dallas/Ft. Worth appraisers Brian Kirkpatrick and Matt Hyatt join Dustin to see some possible other perspectives.