Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal

Desktop Appraisals Explained - Establishing Yourself as a Property Valuation Expert with Steve Maher

TOPICS WE DISCUSS DURING THIS EPISODE: * What is a “desktop” appraisal? * What are the pros and cons of a desktop appraisal? * How do you position yourself as a valuation expert? Interested in partnering with McKissock Learning for high-quality education solutions? Check out our website and become a member today: https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/ [https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/]. RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING THE EPISODE: * Connect with Steve Maher on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-maher-005a44b/] * Steve Maher’s Website [https://www.marketvalueprofessionals.com/]  * McKissock Appraisal [https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/]

Leveling the Playing Field with Dr. Randy Flowers — How RSDS is Creating Change in Real Estate Appraisal

“Creating Change in Organizations and Empowering People” RSDS is challenging the real estate appraisal industry in how diversity initiatives are supported. According to Dr. Randy Flowers, this is what makes RSDS different from more traditional appraisal firms. By investing in their Appraisal Diversity Initiative, RSDS spends resources in areas that are typically “blocked out” for recruitment in order to encourage greater diversity throughout real estate appraisal. Julie and Dr. Randy go on to discuss the company’s vision of what a more well-rounded real estate appraisal company looks like, and how the concept of continuous learning from multiple perspectives helps trainees learn how to become the best versions of themselves. TOPICS WE DISCUSS DURING THIS EPISODE: * How RSDS is changing the way diversity plays a factor in the real estate appraisal industry * Why being kind, coachable, and humble are such important traits for staff members * The concept of being proactive instead of reactive when it comes to keeping clients updated on report status Interested in partnering with McKissock Learning for high-quality education solutions? Check out our website and become a member today: https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/ [https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/]. RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING EPISODE: * Official Website - RSDS [https://rsdsllc.com/]

RSDS Appraisal Diversity with Robbie Wilson — Equity and Inclusion in Real Estate Appraisal

“Appraisal Bias and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” As Robbie Wilson explains, the RSDS model was created to help solve one of the biggest problems for new appraisers entering into the profession — barrier to entry. By knocking down these barriers and increasing diversity, the RSDS solution is able to more aggressively hire and train the next generation of professional appraisers. Consequently, these individuals, many of  whom may have otherwise been locked out of the system to start with, are given an opportunity to thrive as real estate appraisers. Julie and Robert go on to discuss how RSDS maintains compliance while assisting individuals prepare to find work in their desired market, how RSDS has been handling the slow down in the residential lending market, and the importance of remaining neutral while acting professionally as a real estate appraiser. TOPICS WE DISCUSS DURING THIS EPISODE: * How RSDS is attempting to create a more diverse real estate appraisal industry * The generational problem of entry into the industry that RSDS is working against * How biased appraisal processes are being corrected to improve the industry Interested in partnering with McKissock Learning for high-quality education solutions? Check out our website and become a member today: https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/ [https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/]. RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING EPISODE: * Official Website - RSDS [https://rsdsllc.com/]

An Alternative Path for Appraisers: Melissa Bond Explains Mississippi Practical Appraiser Training (MPAT)

“What is the Mississippi Practical Appraiser Training program?” According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, “The Mississippi Practical Appraiser Training (MPAT) program is the first of its kind that provides appraiser applicants the opportunity to train for licensure without going through the traditional trainee process.” There are three different paths to licensing when it comes to real estate appraisal. The first path, the supervisor-trainee model,  is the most commonly thought of, and involves individual, 1:1 training. The second path, PAREA, otherwise known as Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraising, is an independent pathway to licensing, and is offered by education providers (including McKissock Appraisal). The third path, which this podcast episode explores at greater length, is MPAT, where a certified instructor educates via practicum. The thing that helps set MPAT apart  is its emphasis on teaching concepts rather than just steps to be taken. With MPAT, the importance is placed on truly understanding the ins and outs of the industry in order to have a firmer foundational knowledge that becomes more practical in real world application. TOPICS WE DISCUSS DURING THIS EPISODE: * The three different paths to real estate appraisal licensing * How MPAT differs from other forms of real estate appraisal instruction * The approach MPAT takes with preparing real estate appraisers * The different stages of MPAT instruction and related timetables Interested in partnering with McKissock Learning for high-quality education solutions? Check out our website and become a member today: https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/ [https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/]. RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING EPISODE: * Official Website - Melissa Bond [https://www.ceinstructor.com/about-us/] * Real Estate Appraisal PAREA Program [https://www.mckissock.com/parea/]

Getting Started in Real Estate Appraisal: A Trainee's Story with Jordan Morgan

“How Getting Started in Real Estate Appraisal Can Open Doors and Create Opportunities” The journey to becoming a real estate appraiser requires effort, but the career options it can provide are well worth the commitment needed to break into the industry. Thanks to the flexibility the industry provides, many aspiring real estate appraisers not only learn at their own pace, but eventually have greater control over their earning potential and are able to level up within the industry. While there are definitely some challenges along the way, and specific barriers that one must break through at times, partnering with the right real estate appraisal education partner is the key to setting oneself up for success. Throughout the episode, Jordan discusses the path he hopes to carve out for himself, both he and host Julie Molendorp provide actionable advice for aspiring real estate appraisers just starting out, and we learn more about the overall state of the real estate appraisal, including a shift in focus regarding fair housing and bias within the industry. TOPICS WE DISCUSS DURING THIS EPISODE: * How real estate appraisal crosses over into different industries * The various challenges that would-be appraisers often face when they’re just starting out * Why some rules, particularly regarding sponsors, need to be adjusted * The benefits of PAREA module training and the real-world experience it provides * How “analysis paralysis” has led to an overly conservative approach in real estate appraisal * The benefits of utilizing a hybrid-model approach to real estate appraisal Interested in partnering with McKissock Learning for high-quality education solutions? Check out our website and become a member today: https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/ [https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/]. RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING EPISODE: * Connect with Jordan Morgan on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-p-morgan-cspo-cssgb-trainee-real-estate-appraiser-395b7827/] * Real Estate Appraisal PAREA Program [https://www.mckissock.com/parea/]