In the old world, getting competent on an assignment often meant finding someone who already was, studying under them, and then reporting it. Is AI changing the competency thing for those who are willing and able to embrace it?

Dustin recently wrote an article about the new UAD and questioned its timing. The title of the article encouraged some debate in the appraisal world. This is his response.

He knows he is weird. He knows it is not mainstream, but he also feels the message is important. Dustin is back on his Bitcoin high horse.

Dustin recently spent three days building a large, 36-foot geodesic dome for his farm. The lessons he learned were invaluable to appraisal businesses.

Dustin is still giving out a small jar of huckleberry jam at his appraisal inspections. Why? It is all about being creative, being friendly, being unique, and - most of all - being remembered.

What does Slow Drift Coffee have to do with running a successful appraisal office? It is all about the connections, folks.

It was the first of its kind; not a class, not a conference, not CE, but a true retreat. Dustin recaps the incredible three days in Coarsegold, CA with several appraisers, Blaine Feyen, and Roy Meyer. Do not skip this episode!

Tim Andersen is back to answer two "Dear USPAP" questions. First, what do you do when you get a subpoena to testify on an appraisal you completed? Second, are comp photos really required and can you get in trouble for not taking them?

Dustin just returned from a three day workshop in California where they did a deep dive on Artificial Intelligence and his mind is blown. On this episode he shares some of what is happening in the world of Machine Learning for appraisers and where you can learn more

It is a simple financial concept, but it is crucial for meeting your business goals. Do you know the difference between Gross and Net and how do you see them in your financial planning?