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The Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 203 | Coffee, AI, and GECSSometimes the best conversations happen by accident. Bryan was meeting with a group of appraisers at a local coffee shop, discussing the future of the profession and the rise of AI. Sitting nearby was Brian Govatos, there with his son, quietly working on a laptop—until he chimed in: “Sorry to eavesdrop but remember 'GECS.'”That simple interruption turned into a fascinating conversation about what AI is and is NOT, how to understand it, and how to use it in the best possible way.Tune in to hear what happens when a Bryan and a Brian...2025-06-2434 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 201 | Making Life-Changing Connections at ValExpoJoin Bryan Reynolds for a look back at ValExpo 2024 and conversations with three happy attendees, including a trainee and ADI scholarship winner who met potential supervisors and a TN appraiser who got on the VA panel after meeting with a VA rep at ValExpo two years ago. "The day they put me on their panel, my life changed," he said."Coming to this convention gets me around other appraisers. where I can hear their ideas. And all of a sudden, I don't feel like I'm a lone soldier out there making up my own rules. This place...2025-06-1019 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 199 | New Hat, New Insights, and the New UADBryan is back from the ACTS conference in Texas sporting a new custom hat — and a lot of new insights on the upcoming URAR changes. After teaching a class to over 100 attendees, he also gathered notes and updates from Fannie Mae representatives and software providers, which he’ll be sharing in this episode. Plus, Brad Bassi, Hal Humphreys, and Bryan settled an important question: who has the biggest head? Tune in to hear the results, get the latest information on where you can access the Appraiser’s Guide to the New URAR, and enjoy some fun facts about c...2025-05-0630 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 192 | Appraising Like a CowboyWhat did you want to be when you were a kid? A firefighter? A cowboy? A lot of kids don't even know what an appraiser is. Join Bryan and his guest Brad Bassi, a real cowboy-turned-appraiser in Temecula, CA. Brad shares his journey from focusing on mortgage-related appraisal work to specializing in private-party assignments like proposed construction, ranches, and litigation support.Curious about switching things up in your career? Tune in to hear Brad’s story—and his thoughts on how to carve out a great niche in your appraisal practice. You can even meet up wi...2024-12-3039 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 188 | The Future of Appraisal ReportsJoin Bryan and his guest, software developer Jeff Bradford, as they discuss the end of appraisal forms and the new reports that are coming very soon. Jeff and Bryan also talk about new information recently published on Fannie Mae's website that will give you additional insight about the report. To learn more about the new UAD, see Jeff's video, "Building a Bridge to the Future."🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /appraiserelearning✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and u...2024-12-0331 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 183 | A Conversation with Marty WagarOne of the biggest reasons that appraisers get disciplined is failing to support land value. If you have plenty of comparable land sales, developing an opinion of the land value is simple, But what if you're an appraiser in a built-up area with no recent land sales? Listen in as Bryan and guest Marty Wagar explore other ways to support your opinion, a topic Marty covers in his new course, "Supporting Land Value." In the second part, Bryan and Marty talk about the S&L crisis, the 2008 mortgage meltdown, and how those events have influenced where the...2024-10-2234 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 178 | FHA, Forms, & Fannie MaeIn this episode, Bryan tackles a hot topic from a practicing appraiser: the appropriate form for final inspections on new constructions for FHA loans. He provides a detailed answer based on HUD policy and also delves into a compelling "What If?" scenario that could reshape your approach.But that's not all! Bryan also shares exciting insights from his recent visit to Fannie Mae's Headquarters in Dallas. Discover firsthand what's on the horizon, including the significant move towards the imminent new UAD, which will replace all existing appraisal forms.Tune in for essential guidance and updates...2024-09-1718 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 173 | Do You Need a Helper?Do you need to hire a helper? You probably think you can't afford one in this market. But what if a helper could get you more business—AND was more affordable than you think?Join Bryan Reynolds and his guest, Sean Connolly of Scale Virtually, as they discuss an out-of-the-box approach to getting some much-needed help.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /appraiserelearning✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates on The Appraisal Buzz: appraisalbuzz.com...2024-07-2327 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 171 | Answering the Hard QuestionsIf a review appraiser or investigator examines your appraisal report, are you confident it will stand the test? Will you be able to communicate why you did what you did?Join Bryan Reynolds and his guest Mel Black—attorney, appraiser, and AQB-certified USPAP instructor—as they explore answers to these questions. Don't miss this episode about defending your work, meeting USPAP minimum requirements, best practices, and more.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /appraiserelearning✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news...2024-07-0937 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 166 | How did you get your number again?Bryan breaks down support for a gross rent multiplier (GRM) and offers more reasoning for more why a specific number was chosen. Listen in as Bryan gives some ideas to use in your practice for supporting your opinions.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /appraiserelearning✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates on The Appraisal Buzz: appraisalbuzz.com-------------------------------------------------------The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the apprai...2024-04-2319 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 165 | Show Your WorkJoin Bryan Reynolds and his business partner Hal Humphreys for some simple, real-world examples of how to determine economic life and effective age — in less than 20 minutes!🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /appraiserelearning✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates on The Appraisal Buzz: appraisalbuzz.com-------------------------------------------------------The Appraisal Update Podcast is your go-to source for the latest news, trends, and insights in the appraisal industry. It's produced by Appraiser eLearning. We’re more than just a CE...2024-03-2619 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 159 | Navigating Laws, Regulations, and GuidelinesUSPAP. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA. Dodd-Frank. FIRREA. There are so many rules, regulations, guidelines, and laws appraisers have to follow, it can make your head ache. Listen in to Bryan's conversation with Jeff Morley, chair of Utah's Appraisal Licensing and Certification Board, about how to navigate all those rules and avoid the kinds of common appraisal mistakes that can lead to complaints against appraisers. Tune into our YouTube channel on November 30 for a full hourlong webinar with Jeff Morley and Bryan Reynolds, as they dive deeper into regulations, common errors, and protecting yourself...2023-11-0637 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 158 | Houses That Creep People OutJoin Bryan and his business partner Hal Humphreys, host of the Appraisal Buzzcast, as they share a few ghost stories:Hear about the famous case of the Haunted House on the Hudson and the "Ghostbusters Ruling,” a legal opinion stating that "as a matter of law, the house is haunted."Find out how real estate agents deal with houses that just feel "off" — by hiring "home energy cleaners" to perform exorcism rituals.Learn what a "real estate damage economics" specialist meant when he said, "I don't believe in ghosts, but I believe in markets."Don't miss this thril...2023-10-3127 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 142 | Exploring Relocation Appraisal WorkBryan's special guest Lisa Meinczinger, SRA, AI-RRS, ASA, CRP, RAA, CDEI, discusses the need for qualified appraisers to take on relocation appraisal assignments for companies that buy and sell property to support employee transfers. Bryan and Lisa talk about how to expand your practice and market yourself in this field, which is considered interest-rate safe. Even better: there's no client pressure, and the fees are higher. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: / appraiserelearning✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates on The App...2023-06-0736 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 141 | The Ernie & Mom Durbin ShowAt the recent AARO conference, Bryan Reynolds ran into an old friend, Ernie Durbin, who told him about a great lady who may just be the oldest living SRA.That great lady is Ernie's mom, Fran Durbin, who is 97 years old. Listen in as Fran looks back on a profession she loves and misses, and as her son reflects on following in his mother's footsteps.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: / appraiserelearning ✅ NEED APPRAISER CE? We've got you covered: appraiserelearning.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with daily appraisal news and updates...2023-05-3032 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 140 | Permanent BetaWhat would it mean for a person to be in a state of "permanent beta"? In this episode, Bryan hosts Entrepreneur Magazine editor-in-chief Jason Feifer to talk about his new book, Build for Tomorrow: An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing Your Career. They talk about four common phases people pass through when they're facing change and how we can be so open to adaptation that we exist as a constant work in progress — a state of permanent beta. "We spend far too much time debating whether or not something should happen when...2023-05-2336 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 135 | Upcoming Events, Live & In-PersonAeL partners Bryan Reynolds and Hal Humphreys talk about upcoming events where you can see them live and in person—and get some CE instruction! Also, tune in on March 23 for a live webinar with Lyle Radke answering questions about Fannie Mae's recent announcement. The Appraisal Report Webinar: Debriefing Fannie Mae's Selling Guide Announcement (March 23rd, 10am CT on YouTube)ACTS Conference, April 1-4 (Sacramento, CA)AeL Roadshow - Diversifying Your Practice, May 1 (Nashville, TN)Valuation Expo - August 7-9 (Las Vegas, NV)Appraisal Su...2023-03-1421 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 133 | NAA NewsHow was your Monday? Mine was the Mondayest of all Mondays: I had $500 fly out of my hands. It's gone. But it's OK! I try to keep a positive attitude and be excited for what's next. What is next? Join my dear friend, Miss Teresa Walker, and me to talk about what's going on with the NAA and their upcoming conference. —Bryan Reynolds NAA: https://www.naappraisers.org/* * * * * * * * * * * * *At Appraiser eLearning, we're here to help our fellow professionals. Our motto: Learn because you want to.We’re more than just...2023-02-2816 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 125 | Slow Work - Don't Panic!Bryan Reynolds talks with Jamie Owen, MNAA, HMS Aspen Appraisal Services about how to deal with times like these, when the appraisal business is slow. We discuss proactive strategies and how to maintain an optimistic attitude for the future. Appraisers will be around for a long time - will you continue to be one of them? 2022-12-2725 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 123 | Thank You, Dr. George HarrisonMy last podcast included a thank you to a George who was a mentor. Today I have another George to thank. This George was instrumental in encouraging me and many others to teach, learn, give back and get involved, to try to improve the appraisal profession. This week's episode is a tribute to him. —Bryan Reynolds2022-11-2913 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 116 | Dr. Ryan Alimo & OPAL AI ScanTo3DBryan Reynolds hosts Dr. Ryan Alimo, a NASA machine-learning scientist who created a groundbreaking app for smartphones and tablets that helps appraisers, agents, and architects map out floor plans accurately and efficiently. It's called OPAL AI Scan To3D, and it may just revolutionize how we inspect and measure properties.Link to OPAL AI: https://opaltech.ai/scan_to_3d * * * * * * * * * * * * *At Appraiser eLearning, we're here to help our fellow appraisal professionals and trainees. Our motto: Learn because you want to.We’re more than just a CE shop. We offer free tra...2022-10-0427 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 115 | Do You Believe in Ghosts?Bryan speaks with a certified real property appraiser who specializes in properties that are contaminated or have a stigma. Are there such things as ghosts? Join Bryan and his guest as they discuss a case he was involved in which the house was deemed haunted.2022-09-2735 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 109 | Fannie Mae's New ANSI FAQBryan discusses the brand-new FAQ from Fannie Mae with a representative of Fannie Mae, Mr. Bryan Swartwood III. We dive deep into the just published July 2022 FAQ, which can be found at the following link: https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/media/30266/displayListen in as the two Bryans highlight the questions and also dive into some questions that aren't on the sheet.2022-07-1937 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 106 | Are you competent?Host Bryan Reynolds talks about the Competency Rule for appraisers.2022-05-2623 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 105 | The Trainee EventBryan Reynolds, trainee appraisers Sierra Alden and Kelsey Randall, and supervisory appraiser Pat Felvey talk about new events for aspiring appraisers, trainees, and supervisors at appraisal conferences. They offer a play-by-play of trainee events at the most recent Appraisal Summit and Acts Conference and dive into what’s ahead for future events. 2022-05-1726 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 102 | Dave Towne's Appraisal Reimaging (Part 2)Host Bryan Reynolds and his guest Dave Towne dig deeper into the continuing need for actual human appraisers doing traditional appraisals — including in-person inspections and complex analyses — despite the proliferation of hybrid and desktop appraisals. And he suggests some tangible ways appraisers can adapt to new conditions in the marketplace, become more efficient, and make themselves ever more valuable.2022-02-2233 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 101 | Dave Towne's Appraisal Reimaging (Part 1)Bryan brings in Dave Towne to discuss his recent newsletter article, "Appraisal ‘Reimaging.’" It's about how we can use existing tech to speed up our traditional appraisal processes — and remain essential players in a changing real estate industry.Listen in as Bryan and Dave dig into hot topics like ANSI, desktop and hybrid appraisals, the requirement to inspect neighborhoods, and the alleged shortage of appraisers.2022-02-1532 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 100 | A Family of ListenersIn our HUNDREDTH(!!) episode, Bryan celebrates by talking to a new listener who happens to be an employee. Her dad, a chemist, is now interested in the appraisal profession after hearing more of what his daughter is doing. She recommended he start listening to this podcast to learn more about the appraisal profession. One night, her husband visited her mom and dad and has since begun listening as well. It’s a family affair. Listen to this new listener as she talks about Bryan, her family's interest in appraising, and some recommendations for any agents considering jumping int...2022-02-0627 min