08/30/2021 As real estate appraisers we can have some tough assignments. It can be a tough job, that if you practice ethically, can take a toll on you. Folks are often upset, with compliments coming few and far between most especially in mortgage use transactions. With that in mind, I wanted to start sharing someContinue reading “Real Value”
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For Your Consideration, A Review
In light of the recent, or rather ongoing, attacks on several members and staff at the Appraisal Institute (AI), I wanted to offer some perspective on the accusations and conjecture that has been offered over the last couple of weeks. As the author of these blogs is an appraiser, and this deals with the largestContinue reading “For Your Consideration, A Review”
The Appraisers Advocate Podcast
I was invited onto Tim Andersen’s podcast recently. I hope you enjoy it. https://theappraisersadvocate.com/2020/04/02/going-green-with-woody-fincham-taa-podcast-025/
Incorporation by Reference: Update from Mr. Bagott
The author responds and updates information regarding The Appraisal foundation. Incorporation by reference is the major premise of what Mr. Bagott is writing about and in this update, he is looking at the Texas Railroad Commission. While not specific to the valuation profession it is yet another instance of the public sector grabbing private documentsContinue reading “Incorporation by Reference: Update from Mr. Bagott”
Mr. Bagott Replies to TAF’s “Cryptic Memo”
This was just sent over to me. Mr. Bagott, the author of the book that exposes the odd salary information for the president of The Appraisal Foundation, David Bunton. I will add to the oddity of this week by disclosing that someone from Mr. Bunton’s staff called me Tuesday and essentially gave me a dressingContinue reading “Mr. Bagott Replies to TAF’s “Cryptic Memo””
Clarification on TAF President Compensation
I kicked a hornet’s nest earlier in the week. I knew that it was not only possible but very likely that someone (maybe even a few people) would have a serious issue with my posting the Appraisal Foundation (TAF) tax paperwork showing their president’s salary, David Bunton, from 2017. I do not begrudge anyone makingContinue reading “Clarification on TAF President Compensation”
USGBC Releases Top 10 States For LEED Building
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced its list of Top 10 States for LEED green building. My own home state, Virginia, is number seven. Thanks to Sandra Adomatis for the information.
Reply From The Appraisal Foundation
I am currently attending the Collateral Risk Network meeting in Sarasota, Fl but I wanted to post up a reply sent out from TAF this morning. I will have some follow up later in the day as time permits, but I wanted to get this out as it was sent to me directly. The linkContinue reading “Reply From The Appraisal Foundation”
The Appraisal Foundations Dirty Secrets?
The Appraisal Foundation (TAF) made some waves this last few days. A new book just came out discussing what goes on at TAF and it doesn’t sound too good. I have yet to read it, but have ordered it. From what a few people have described to me it doesn’t paint a pleasant picture ofContinue reading “The Appraisal Foundations Dirty Secrets?”
My 2019, A year in Review
2019 is in the books and we have already begun 2020. From an appraisal perspective, 2019 was a year of change for me. I am in a completely different place then where I was at the beginning of the year. I left a large valuation firm to start my own enterprise while also partnering withContinue reading “My 2019, A year in Review”
