Tim Andersen, The Appraiser's Advocate weighs in on the controversy of the day; appraiser modernization. It is a hot topic and Tim has some great advice for appraisers who are caught in the wash of change.

On Facebook, there's a platform called Appraiser Classifieds that allows individuals to buy and sell goods related to appraisers, as well as find service providers for tasks related to appraisals. The best part; it is completely free of charge.

Is it really that big of a deal? How can it help with appraisal work? Seems like a waste of time. Dustin talks about the importance of AI in the appraisal world on this episode.

The longer the slowdown lasts, the harder it is to stay upbeat. Dustin gives ten ways to remain positive during the slower season.

There is a lot of fear centered around the Fannie Mae move toward 'modernization' and using data collection people rather than appraisers for more on-site visits. There are definitely some concerns, for sure, but is it all bad news? Maybe we are afraid of the wrong thing?

With knowledge comes power. Understanding how real estate markets cycle will better empower you to make the right decisions to stay relevant.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (like ChatGPT) are rapidly improving. Many are fearful this type of technology will replace many of the jobs we know and do today. What about appraisers? Will AI and ML take over the appraisal profession? Let's ask ChatGPT.

There are way too many changes coming our way right now. It can be scary, but change can also bring opportunity.

Dustin recently wrote an article for the Appraisal Buzz (https://appraisalbuzz.com/real-prompts-for-chatgpt-for-appraisal-reports/) about Chat GPT and how it can be a tool to assist appraisers in their appraisal work and the comments BLEW UP! Today, Dustin addresses some of the myths that are out there about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and why fear is not the answer.

With the recent changes to the HUD requirements for appraisers, I removed my ladder from my vehicle - never to return.