The Independent Adjuster Podcast (IA Path)

Episode 15 brings the sports arena to auto damage appraising. Focusing on the important of a good status and the difference between good and bad status'.

In this episode, I go over the insured and the claimants in an auto claim. I also cover the mindset behind each of them and the different coverage types in a claim.

Learn what may save you in a fire, where your cars skirt is, and the real purpose of a cowl.

In this episode, I go through the different people that you may work with at Independent Appraisal Companies.

Today I talk about the essential tools of a modern auto damage appraiser.

1. Mile Tracking Software - Mile IQ
2. Map Software - Badger Mapping
3. Laptop - Microsoft Surface
4. Phone - Smart Phone
5. Internet Connection - Mobile Hotspot
6. Vehicle - Reliable Vehicle
7. Estimating System - CCC1, Audatex, Mitchell

In this episode we go over the major operations of a repair estimate.

Episode 09 breakdowns a day in the life of an adjuster. Specifically me, Chris Stanley, and what my day looks like. It's a lot to get talked about in 5 minutes. Put together with me having WAY TOO MUCH coffee during the day I talked a lot faster than previous episodes, but hey its real and it's me. 

If you are interested in Badger Mapping Check it out HERE

5pm-5:30pm Receive & Map Claims

5:30pm-6pm Make Phone Calls

Next Day

6-8am Prepare for Day

8-9am Drive to first claim

9-3pm Claim every half hour (appointments given two hour windows)

3-4pm Drive Home

4-7pm Input Claims (possibly break for dinner and resume afterwards)

Roughly a 12 hour day if I'm busy with 10+ claims

8 hours if its 5ish claims.

In episode 08 Chris talks about two more parts of the front of your vehicle, the grille and the headlights.

Episode 06 covers how to make it easier to call & set appointments. Chris offers tips he has learned from 8 years of experience.

In episode 05 you'll learn what Jesus has in common with a bumper cover. Listen to learn that along with the 3 major parts of a front bumper.