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The Sound of PursuitThe Beard and the Dome Talk Crime Fiction, Podcasts, TV, and MoviesAfter a long hiatus, Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") are back to catch up on PI work, wins, and losses, and to share what they love to read, watch, and listen to when they’re not uncovering malfeasance or defending clients. Most of these books, shows, movies, and podcasts are related to crime and investigations. Some only marginally so. Basically, it's stuff they enjoy — as investigators and writers who love a good yarn. We'll publish their full list and some bonus recommendations in Pursuit Magazine next week — keep an eye out for that. Most of all, h...
2025-12-2348 min
The Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 214 | Wrapping Up 2025 with Bryan and HalJoin me and my business partner Hal Humphreys as we look back on the biggest news of 2025 and peer into the future at what's ahead for appraisers in 2026. —Bryan Reynolds🔔 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
2025-12-2332 min
PI PerspectivesPi Education and Pursuit Magazine’s Hal HumpherysEpisode 251 :
Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. On today’s episode, Matt welcomes Hal Humpherys. Hal is a PI from Tennessee who has made his mark in the industry producing content for Investigators. The guys have a great discussion on the importance of continuing education. Please welcome Hal Humpherys and NY Private Eye, Matt Spaier
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2025-12-2250 minThe Sound of PursuitTechnical Surveillance CountermeasuresTechnical Surveillance Countermeasures. TSCM. It's the polished term for bug sweeps. It sounds glamorous, right? But in practice, it's a field littered with hucksters and halfwits wielding gadgets that flash and beep like slot machines. And the folks who hire them are often scared, stressed, and in some cases, mentally ill.Real TSCM professionals don't play with toys or take advantage of vulnerable clients. They have high-tech gear that only works when paired with real training and actual experience. And they to the job with respect, empathy, and professionalism.Our guest, John Frycek, comes recommended a...
2025-11-1827 minThe Sound of PursuitTitle IX and Sexual Misconduct Investigations (in Fact and Fiction)Have you ever handled a Title IX or sexual misconduct investigation? Our guest Dan Schorr specializes in them. He’s a Harvard-trained attorney and a former sex crimes prosecutor in New York. Now he’s a sexual misconduct investigator at his own firm and an adjunct professor at Fordham Law School, where he teaches courses on sexual misconduct and domestic violence cases.Schorr is also the author of two novels that draw from his experiences with these kinds of cases. In the episode, we'll get a primer on Title IX and learn how he tackles unwieldy and ofte...
2025-10-2832 minThe Sound of PursuitInvestigating Family Secrets, with a Mitigation Specialist's MindsetAfter her mother died, Johnisha Matthews Levi was sorting through boxes of ordinary family artifacts. There among the Polaroids, diplomas, and property deeds, she found a piece of paper that forever changed how she saw her family's story.Levi is an author and a former litigation attorney. While she was in law school, she helped represent death row inmates pursuing appeals and indigent defendants accused of murder. After finding that life-changing document in her mother's things, Levi channeled her defense investigation and mitigation experience as she investigated her own family history. Now she's written a b...
2025-10-1438 minThe Sound of PursuitManaging Risk: Big Data, AI, and the Human Factor"Every business faces risks. Will we get paid...Do we hire that candidate. Accept their offer. Make a deal. And then there are the risks that are not anticipated. Trust abused...."That's a snippet from our guest Robert Gardner's company website. He's a researcher who helps companies anticipate and mitigate risks, from bad hires to compromised competitive intel. He's also a great writer with a smart and funny investigative blog. Sometimes, he lets us republish his articles for Pursuit. In this episode, Hal talks to him about how he roots out fraud, hidden relationships, previous l...
2025-10-0740 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Pebble in His ShoeMike Spencer is a former journalist, a Bay-Area private investigator, and the author of Private Eye Confidential: Stories from a Real P.I. He's been a guest on our podcast several times and is a longtime contributor to Pursuit.In this episode, Mike talks about an unsolved murder that's connected to a case he worked in 1998. It's the "pebble in your shoe," he says — a story of justice left undone, and he cannot let it go. Over the past several years, he's been telling the story of that killing and his investigation in a podcast, "...
2025-09-2332 minThe Sound of PursuitShow Her the Money: The Dark Art of Asset SearchesMoney's a magician. It disappears, shape shifts, and hides in plain sight. If you don't know what to look for, it may as well not exist at all. In this episode, Hal Humphreys talks asset searches with longtime colleague and friend Marcy Phelps, a professional researcher, licensed private investigator, and Certified Fraud Examiner. She's the author of Research on Main Street, owner of Marcy Phelps & Associates, and an instructor at PI Education. How do asset searches work? What laws govern what you can and can't do in researching assets? How do you find hid...
2025-09-0224 minThe Sound of Pursuit"No Man's Ghost": An Arson Thriller by a New York City FirefighterJason Powell is a New York City firefighter and a debut author. His first novel, No Man’s Ghost, is an arson thriller about a firefighter’s first week on the job. It's a crime novel, and it’s kind of a mystery – a whydunit, let's say. In this episode, Jason explains why he wanted to bring to life the culture of an FDNY firehouse, how natural it felt for him to write the fire scenes, and why he decided to let the arsonist be one of his POV characters. And don't miss our lightning round, where we learn about Ja...
2025-07-2229 minThe Sound of PursuitHow to Advocate for Identity Theft VictimsYour wallet goes missing. You cancel everything, but the alerts just keep coming: New bank accounts and credit cards in your name. Big charges. Damage to your credit score. It can take months or years to untangle all this. You may never get paid back in full. And nobody seems to be able to help you. Not the police. Not your bank. Not the government. Our guest, Carrie Kerskie, CAN help. She' a PI and identity theft expert who helps people recover from these crimes. And she’s made it her mission to help consumers protect themselves and...
2025-07-0823 minThe Sound of PursuitHow to Commit Mortgage Fraud: A Cautionary TaleHow does mortgage fraud even work? And how did these risky real estate schemes help fuel the 2008 mortgage meltdown?Tune in to this special crossover episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast and Sound of Pursuit podcast to hear a gripping morality play about greed, speculation, the fraud triangle, and the dangerous allure of easy credit. Our guest is a Utah mom who lost herself in a tangled Ponzi-style real estate scheme involving hard money loans based on inflated appraisals. She ended up underwater, scrambling to keep up with ballooning debt, and under federal investigation as the 2008 mortgage crisis...
2025-07-0239 minThe Sound of PursuitSouthern Lies and HomicidesSusan Waller Lehmann is a private investigator, a criminal defense and capital mitigation specialist, a journalist, and an award-winning author. She’s written for Pursuit Magazine, and she’s got a new book coming out soon. It’s a collection of stories about her casework in the Deep South, from process service and bitter divorce cases to capital murder cases. Southern Lies and Homicides is an honest peek behind the curtain at what a private investigator’s work is really like: often tedious, sometimes alarming, occasionally heartbreaking, and always, the most rewarding work there is. This collection is part m...
2025-06-2447 min
Mindfully Thrive37 Vision Holder Hangouts with Cassie Stephens on The Art of Thriving & Letting Passion LeadSend us a textIn this heartfelt Vision Holder Hangout, I’m joined by the incredible Cassie Stephens—art educator, author, and all-around creative powerhouse. With over 25 years in the classroom and a bold, colorful online presence, Cassie has inspired thousands of teachers to stay playful, passionate, and true to their creative spark.We talk about the early days of blogging, how creative burnout led her to start something new, and how she built a thriving platform while teaching full-time. Cassie shares her morning rituals, her experience writing books, and what it really felt...
2025-04-0737 minThe Sound of PursuitReuniting Birth Families: The PI and the Client-AdopteeMeet Rachele’ Davis: a longtime colleague and friend, occasional contributor to Pursuit Magazine, and now, the author of a course for PI Education. called "Finding Birth Parents for Adoptees, Donor-Conceived, and NPEs."Rachele’ has a really interesting niche: She helps reunite birth families. Her clients are adoptees looking for biological parents or siblings, and sometimes, parents looking for the children they gave up for adoption. That process can be an emotional roller coaster for everybody involved. It requires diplomacy, ethics, and compassion to handle all that as an investigator.In t...
2025-02-0457 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Cases That Haunt Us"People don't understand what a bad day at the office means for people like us." That's a quote by Ben Lopez, a Chicago private investigator and the author of a moving personal essay in Pursuit about a case that came to a tragic conclusion — and the emotional toll it took on Ben. Join host Hal Humphreys and Ben as they talk about Ben's essay, the cases that haunt all of us, and how we take care of ourselves in the face of trauma and tragedy. Read Ben's story in PursuitMag.
2024-12-0432 min
Appraisal BuzzcastBreaking New Ground in the Appraisal IndustryIn today's episode, host Hal Humphreys welcomes Jeff Morley of Accurity Consolidated. Jeff and Hal dive into exciting news about the upcoming ACTS conference, and Jeff teases a fresh, unique opportunity aimed at helping new appraisers connect and grow within the industry. Tune in to hear about the inspiration behind this initiative, who’s collaborating on it, and how you can get involved.Jeff also introduces his latest project with Mark Verrett, the Market Moves podcast, and gives us a sneak peek into what makes Market Moves a must-listen for those interested in the appraisal market.
2024-11-0427 min
ClearCast — The Real Estate Fintech PodcastAppraisal Buzzcast Host Hal HumphreysHal Humphreys, career appraiser and host of the Appraisal Buzzcast, joined Kenon Chen on ClearCast to chat about Valuation Expo 2024. The two discuss the current state of appraisals, new tech, what attendees can expect to learn at the conference, and more. ClearCast is the real estate fintech podcast by Clear Capital, hosted by
Kenon Chen, EVP of strategy and growth at Clear Capital. Each month, we
bring you compelling stories and revolutionary ideas from the people,
companies, and institutions at the intersection of real estate, finance,
and technology. Want to be a guest on the show? Email Jancy Ulch at
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2024-07-1747 minThe Sound of PursuitTrue Facts About Due DiligenceWhat IS due diligence, and what ISN'T it?To answer this, Hal turns to our longtime colleague and friend Marcy Phelps, a professional researcher, licensed private investigator, and Certified Fraud Examiner. She's the author of Research on Main Street, owner of Marcy Phelps & Associates, and an instructor at PI Education. In the episode, Hal and Marcy talk about the why and how of due diligence investigations and give us a sneak peek at her brand-new due diligence course. Keep an eye out for that — it'll be approved soon!While you wait, check out Ma...
2024-07-1030 minThe Sound of PursuitA True Story of Spies, Murder, and Justice in Northern Ireland1986, Northern Ireland. A British spy is found dead by a desolate country lane — murdered by the IRA. Decades later, his killing set in motion the largest murder investigation ever in Britain and provoked painful national soul-searching about what spies should be allowed to to while serving their countries.Join Hal and his guest, author and journalist Henry Hemming, to talk about Hemming's gripping new nonfiction spy thriller, FOUR SHOTS IN THE NIGHT: A True Story of Spies, Murder, and Justice in Northern Ireland. Find it anywhere you buy books.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to wa...
2024-06-2646 minThe Sound of PursuitLife & Death Journeys of a Miami DetectiveJoin host Hal Humphreys and his guest, Ramesh Nyberg, as they talk about Nyberg's experiences in Florida law enforcement, including 22 years as a Miami homicide detective. In his new book, Badge Tie, and Gun: Life and Death Journeys of a Miami Detective, Nyberg shares what he's learned from nearly three decades on the force. It's full of great stories for true crime fans—and investigative wisdom for gumshoes with and without a badge. Buy it here, and check out Nyberg's recent article in PursuitMag.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /pieducation✅ NEED INVE...
2024-05-2919 minAppraisal BuzzcastValuation Across the PondIn this special edition of the Appraisal Buzzcast, our host Hal Humphreys traveled all the way to the United Kingdom to visit with Chris Thorne, who's kind of an icon in valuation circles across the pond. He's been in the appraisal business for more than five decades. He started out in the 1970s with a small Bristol practice that covered England and Wales, then worked at several large firms after that. In 2010, he began a five-year stint as technical director of the International Valuation Standards Council, which is basically an international version of USPAP. Chris is also a Fellow...
2024-01-2428 minThe Sound of PursuitDocumenting Your InvestigationJoin host Hal Humphreys and his guest, Philip Becnel, as they talk about how and why to document your investigation. Becnel is managing partner of Dinolt, Becnel & Wells Investigative Group in the D.C. area and the author of two books: Introduction to Conducting Private Investigations and Principles of Investigative Documentation, first published in 2012.Becnel has written a new edition (of the latter) in his own voice, complete with war stories and biting commentary. It's an essential guide to any investigator who works complex litigation and criminal cases. Buy it here, and read an excerpt at PursuitMag.
2024-01-1824 minThe Sound of PursuitSurveillance: Observe and DocumentSurveillance: a French loaner word derived from the verb, "surveiller" — "to oversee/watch."Thanks to a few terrible PI reality shows, most of the world thinks catching cheaters is all P.I.s do. In fact, some investigators do specialize in domestic surveillance. Others, including Hal and John, have taken occasional surveillance assignments over the years, often in cases involving custody disputes or personal injury claims.The surveillance operative's job is to observe and document and, occasionally, testify about what they saw. The job can seem deceptively easy. But doing it well without being "burned" is...
2023-11-2223 minThe Sound of PursuitRules of the Game When Working with AttorneysWhat's attorney-client privilege and work product? When should you deliver written vs. oral reports? Should you document all witness interviews? What information is discoverable?Join Hal Humphreys and John Nardizzi with their guest, defense attorney Jennifer Sunderland, as they talk about what private investigators need to know about rules of professional conduct when they work with attorneys.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /pieducation✅ NEED INVESTIGATOR CE? We've got you covered: pieducation.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with articles by and for investigators: pursuitmag.comPursuit Magazine and PI Ed...
2023-11-0826 minAppraisal Buzzcast6 Tips to Streamline Your Appraisal Revenue SourcesIn this week's episode, host Hal Humphreys chat with Dustin Harris, Coach at The Appraiser Coach and a residential appraiser who developed a system that took him from $75,000 per year (and 60+ hour per week) to over $500,000 per year (and working about 30 hours per week). We'll talk about what's been going on in his work, the possibility for appraisers to work less and make more, and how can to get there. Plus, Harris gives six tips for someone who would like to streamline their revenue sources, and what they can do to increase their dollar per hour worked....
2023-11-0124 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 minAppraisal BuzzcastCreating Formulas that Work in the Real WorldThis week, host Hal Humphreys talks with Brent Bowen, Chief Appraiser at Texas Valuation Professionals, and Instructor at Appraiser eLearning. We discuss his background in the industry, why creating formulas that work is such an important topic, and how this subject can improve an appraiser's work.Want to dive deeper into this topic? Take Bowen's class and come away with a robust, customizable template and the ability to use it. You’ll understand how and why we integrated appraisal theory with behavioral economics to structure this template. AND you’ll be able to apply advanced formulas to help...
2023-10-2525 minAppraisal BuzzcastHow to Avoid Subjective Language in Your AppraisalsOn today's Buzzcast episode, host Hal Humphreys sits down with Stephanie Streep, Managing Partner and Certified Residential Appraiser in Texas. We discuss subjective language and how to avoid it, Streep's history as a supervisor, what people should know before taking on a trainee, and how appraisers can get involved in the discussion.Clubhouse is a social networking app that primarily revolves around audio conversations. It allows users to join virtual rooms or “clubs” where they can engage in real-time discussions. Real Estate AppraisalTalk is our Club and there are multiple rooms per week. Stephanie Streep is the...
2023-10-1822 minAppraisal BuzzcastWhat Does PAREA Mean for the Next Generation of Appraisers?This week, host Hal Humphreys is chatting with Dave Bunton, President of The Appraisal Foundation (TAF). What changes are coming to the presentation of USPAP? What do we need to know about PAREA? Do appraisers going through the PAREA process still need a sponsor or a mentor? And what tips does Bunton have on finding the right mentor, if you do need one?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode...
2023-10-1124 minAppraisal BuzzcastWhy Is Good Leadership So Important in a Crisis?On today's episode of the Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Steve Papin, a residential appraiser in Cincinnati, Ohio and President of Papin Appraisal. We talk about Papin's background and how he entered the appraisal industry, what changes he has seen, and why good leadership is so important in a crisis, specifically in reference to OCAP and the Rappatoni hack of this year.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode...
2023-10-0427 minAppraisal Buzzcast2023 Appraisal Summit Recap with Jim and HalIn this week's episode, Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys share some highlights from the Appraisal Summit, brought to you by the National Association of Appraisers and powered by Appraiser eLearning.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn...
2023-09-2720 minAppraisal BuzzcastThe Best Alternative Sources of Revenue for AppraisersOn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys interviews Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic. Telford talks about his history in the industry, his take on the current market and what it means for appraisers today, as well as his tips on alternative sources of revenue.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders...
2023-09-2024 minAppraisal BuzzcastTips to Help You Get Started on Non-Lender WorkThis week, host Hal Humphreys chats with Jason Covington, a Certified Residential Appraiser in Nashville, TN and an active member of the NAA. Covington tells us his some of his background in the appraisal business, his area of expertise in non-lending assignments, and what he'll be sharing in his session at the Appraisal Summit in Las Vegas this weekend.There's still time to register for the Appraisal Summit! Join us this weekend, Sept 16th-19th at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. Learn more or register here: https://www.appraisalsummit.net/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we...
2023-09-1319 minThe Sound of PursuitPre-Charge Criminal Defense InvestigationsWhat's the best way to keep your clients out of prison? Prevent them from being charged in the first place. Join Hal Humphreys and John Nardizzi with their guest, Steve Mason, as they talk about pre-charge investigations — and why it's ideal to start defending clients before they're even charged.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to watch these episodes: /pieducation✅ NEED INVESTIGATOR CE? We've got you covered: pieducation.com🔥 STAY INFORMED with articles by and for investigators: pursuitmag.comPursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education c...
2023-09-1335 minAppraisal BuzzcastWhat Can We Expect from the 2023 Appraisal Summit?On this week's episode, host Hal Humphreys chats with Joshua Walitt, President of the National Association of Appraisers, about the upcoming Appraisal Summit. What can appraisers expect from this event? Why is non-lending work such an important part of the sessions this year? And what are the NAA's goals for the appraisal industry in the near future?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At...
2023-08-2321 minAppraisal BuzzcastAssessing Your ValueJoin us today as host Hal Humphreys talks with Marcus Hill, an author, speaker, and Real Estate Appraisal Expert. What experiences led him to publishing his book, Assessing My Value? How does this book pertain to appraisers as a whole? And what topics is he focused on in his lectures and his work?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we...
2023-08-1612 minAppraisal BuzzcastHow to Launch Into Non-Lender WorkTune in today as host Hal Humphreys talks with John Copulos, Business Owner at Copulos and Associates, about non-lender work. What does it look like to launch into non-lender work? How can we leverage social media to market ourselves? And why is this an important subject to consider?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders...
2023-08-0941 minAppraisal BuzzcastWhere Is the Appraiser Industry Going Next?This week on the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys chats with Loren Cooke, President of Solidifi, who has 20 years of industry-related experience in promoting and deploying business solutions to the financial services market. Where is the appraiser industry going next? What do PAREA and the ADI have to do with these changes? And who benefits from these new advances in the industry?Find out more at Valuation Expo on August 7-9th, where key stakeholders, supervisors, and trainees involved in PAREA and the ADI share firsthand how they're attracting diverse new appraisers and trainees. Register here: https...
2023-08-0219 minAppraisal BuzzcastChampioning the Next Generation of AppraisersOn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Rachel Beam, Director of Valuation Equity at Fannie Mae. What is the ADI? What are some of the success stories that have come out of this initiative? And what does this mean for the next generation of appraisers?At Valuation Expo on August 7-9th, hear firsthand how the ADI and their partners are attracting diverse new appraisers and trainees. Find out more or register here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/Plus, check out Fannie Mae’s newly launched ADI website.Website: https://si...
2023-07-2618 minAppraisal BuzzcastArtificial Intelligence for AppraisersJoin us today as host Hal Humphreys chats with Nathan Brannen, Chief Product Officer at Restb.ai, about the presence of AI in the appraiser industry. What AI product is out there that can help with valuations? Where is AI going in the future? And what does this mean for an appraiser's work?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we...
2023-07-2420 minAppraisal BuzzcastWhat You Need to Know About the UAD RedesignOn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys talks with Heather Sullivan, Head of Operations Training Programs at Aloft, about the upcoming changes to UAD. What can appraisers expect from the UAD and Forms Redesign? How will this affect our work and how we communicate?Want to learn more? At Valuation Expo on August 7-9th, representatives from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will share the latest appraisal-related policy updates, focusing on the latest in valuation modernization, Appraiser Independence Requirements, and more. Find out more or register here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At T...
2023-07-1221 minAppraisal BuzzcastDiving Into PAREA with Craig SteinleyOn this week's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys speaks with Craig Steinley, the President of the Appraisal Institute, about PAREA. What is PAREA? What does it mean for appraisers? How is the Appraisal Institute using this to help more appraisers enter the profession?Find out more about the PAREA program from the Appraisal Institute here: https://www.appraisalinstitute.org/appraisal-institute-parea-program-receives-approval-from-appraiser-qualifications-board/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch...
2023-07-0514 minAppraisal BuzzcastMarket Conditions and What's Next for AppraisersOn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys talks with Kevin Hecht, Certified Residential appraiser and McKissock Learning Instructor specializing in market analysis, USPAP, and real estate economics. What will happen to market conditions in the next few months and beyond? And what can we expect from the Valuation Expo panel on Market Conditions in August?Find out more and register for Valuation Expo here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our f...
2023-06-2814 minAppraisal BuzzcastHow Do We Start the Conversation on Diversity and Inclusion?In today's Appraisal Buzz episode, host Hal Humphreys talks with Bryan Snoddy, Director of the Civil Rights Division at Texas Workforce Commission. What led Snoddy to the position he holds today? What does it mean to increase diversity in the appraisal industry? And how do we have those conversations?At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with...
2023-06-2122 minAppraisal BuzzcastThe Future of ValuationOn this week's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys talks with Eric Tsai, Co-Founder and CEO of Asteroom, about the future of valuation. Where is the industry headed in regards to modernization? And what can we expect from the Valuation Expo panel on Appraisal Modernization in August?Find out more and register for Valuation Expo here: https://valuationexpo.com/register/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our e...
2023-06-1419 minAppraisal BuzzcastNavigating Client Relationships, ROVs, and Atypical MarketsOn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, host Hal Humphreys is joined by Alan Hummel. Hummel is a Real Estate Valuation Professional, Principal at The Hummel Group, and instructor for several appraiser continuing education courses. Hummel talks about his experience in the appraisal industry, how he navigates ROVs, and why his course on Atypical Markets is so crucial in the current industry. At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres e...
2023-06-0714 minAppraisal BuzzcastAppraisal Policies and the Aftermath of the PandemicIn today's episode, host Hal Humphreys talks with Mark Calabria about his new book, Shelter from the Storm: How a COVID Mortgage Meltdown was Averted, as well as some of the major changes in the appraisal industry in the aftermath of the pandemic.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday! At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal i...
2023-05-3116 minThe Sound of PursuitP.I. Marketing 101: Be Your True Self.What's the best way to market yourself as a professional investigator? A well-executed website is a great place to start.Join hosts Hal Humphreys and John Nardizzi and their guest, Brian Willingham, for a frank conversation about how they have built strong brands online by writing well, being generous with information, and letting their true selves shine through on their company sites.Brian Willingham's site: https://diligentiagroup.com/John Nardizzi's company site: https://www.nardizzi.com/John Nardizzi's author site: https://www.johnnardizzi.com/🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel to...
2023-05-3121 minAppraisal BuzzcastHow One Appraiser Is Giving Back to the Appraisal IndustryIn today's Buzzcast episode, host Hal Humphreys chats with John Brenan, a giant in the appraisal industry with over 40 years of experience. Brenan talks about his journey in this industry, his newest venture into consulting services, and why he began offering these services to help appraisers use education and prevention to stay compliant.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas...
2023-05-2419 minAppraisal BuzzcastHow Can I Say "Yes" to This Opportunity?Tune in as host Hal Humphreys talks with Tim Lillis, Los Angeles appraiser at Upward Appraisal. Lillis chats about his unique experience in the industry, being an "unlikely appraiser", and what it means to say yes to opportunities that come your way.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The...
2023-05-1737 minAppraisal BuzzcastAppraiser Liability and Stories from an Attorney's PerspectiveJoin us as host Hal Humphreys talks with Peter Christensen, attorney and principal of the Christensen Law Firm, about appraiser liability. Christensen talks about his experience entering the appraisal industry, answers some common questions from appraisers, and tells a few stories from his career as an attorney.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz...
2023-05-1024 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Innocence Network ConferenceBoston area attorney and investigator John Nardizzi recaps a recent Innocence Network conference he attended and chats with Hal about the risks and rewards of innocence investigations.The Innocence Network Conference: https://innocencenetwork.org/subcategory/conference-2022Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") co-host The Sound of Pursuit podcast (almost) each week.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free online magazine for private investigators, explores all things investigative, from gumshoe techniques and surveillance tech to...
2023-05-1014 minAppraisal BuzzcastDesktop Appraisals and What You Need to KnowIn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal Humphreys is joined by Jim Baumberger, a real estate appraiser with over 33 years of practice. We discuss Jim's experiences in this industry, his passion for teaching on desktop appraisals, and what appraisers need to know about this topic.Gain 4 hours of CE and dive deeper into this subject with Jim Baumberger in his upcoming class, Desktops 101: Navigating GSE Appraisal Modernization. Jim Baumberger will be teaching this class LIVE via Zoom on Tuesday, May 9th. Register today at the link below:https://appraiserelearning.com/product/desktops-101-navigating-gse-appraisal-modernization-live-zoom-class-may-9th/
2023-05-0330 minAppraisal BuzzcastDiversifying Your Practice | Appraiser eLearning RoadshowIn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal Humphreys chats with Bryan Reynolds, Partner and Instructor at Appraiser eLearning, about diversifying your practice. You can dive deeper into this topic, and gain 7 hours of CE credit, at the Appraiser eLearning Roadshow on Monday, May 1st. Register today to join us live, in-person OR virtually at the link below:https://appraiserelearning.com/product/appraiser-elearning-roadshow-diversifying-your-practice-may-1st-nashville-tn/At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to...
2023-04-2618 minAppraisal BuzzcastDiving into Contributory Value with Stacy CaprioliIn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, hosts Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys are joined by Stacy Caprioli, Chief Appraiser at Nationwide Appraisal Network, a national AMC with over 14,000 appraisers on their panel. We discuss Caprioli's experience in the appraisal industry, the ups and downs of the appraisal industry over the years, and dive into contributory value.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email...
2023-04-1934 minAppraisal BuzzcastArtificial Intelligence and ChatGPT with Roy MeyerIn today's episode of the Appraisal Buzzcast, hosts Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys are joined by Roy Meyer, an international speaker, consultant, AI enthusiast, and Chief Lifestyle Officer at Lifestyle Insiders. We'll talk artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, and what these can mean for appraisers and the appraisal industry.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our industry. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz...
2023-04-1236 minAppraisal BuzzcastAvoiding Problematic Words and Phrases in Your AppraisalsTune in as host Hal Humphreys speaks with guest Scott Reuter, Chief Appraiser at Freddie Mac, about avoiding problematic words and phrases in your appraisals.Learn about Scott Reuter's background in the industry, and what you need to know before filling out your next appraisal form. How do we tell a story with our appraisal while still making factual statements? Why is awareness of potential bias so important, and how can we ensure that we are using the proper language?Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At...
2023-04-0529 minAppraisal BuzzcastMarket Conditions and Home Price Forecasts for 2023, with Mark PalimJoin our host Hal Humphreys and guest Mark Palim, VP and Deputy Chief Economist at Fannie Mae, as we discuss home price forecasts and market conditions. Palim shares his background in the appraisal industry, as well as predicted changes to the market in 2023. How did the pandemic affect the economy? Why did home prices and interest rates see such a significant change in the past few years? Where will they go from here?Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes w...
2023-03-2923 minThe Sound of PursuitWhen the Client Turns Out to Be a Foreign GovernmentA client offers you lots of money to surveil someone but not much detail on the subject or the reason for the investigation. Do you take the case?You might want to do a little more due diligence. In this episode, Hal and John talk about cases like these, in which government actors from Iran and China have hired unwitting private investigators to gather intel on dissidents living in the U.S.Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") co-host The Sound of Pursuit podcast (almost) each week.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
2023-03-2924 minThe Sound of PursuitAnthony Pellicano and the Stereotype of the Bare-Knuckles PIIn this episode, we'll explore how one man's outlaw behavior on behalf of his high-profile clients shaped the public's perception of private investigators as shady and unscrupulous operators. Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") host The Sound of Pursuit podcast (almost) each week.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free online magazine for private investigators, explores all things investigative, from gumshoe techniques and surveillance tech to industry news and crime in media. PI Education, its s...
2023-03-2320 minAppraisal BuzzcastFannie Mae's Selling Guide AnnouncementJoin our new host, Hal Humphreys, in an interview with Lyle Radke, senior Director of Collateral Policy at Fannie Mae. Learn more about Radke's experience in this business, recent changes the industry has seen, and what Fannie Mae's new selling guide means for appraisers. Plus, check out the Appraisal Report Webinar on Thursday, 3/22 @ 10amCT with host Bryan Reynolds, as we discuss Fannie Mae's Selling Guide Updates in more detail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiETvXXViRAEmail comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we h...
2023-03-2225 minAppraisal BuzzcastThe Future of the Appraisal Industry, with John RussellIn this episode, our new host, Hal Humphreys, interviews John Russell, Strategic Partnership Officer for the American Society of Appraisers. You'll hear about the future of the appraisal industry, both the challenges and the opportunities. How will these changes affect appraisers, and what can you control?Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal industry about current events and relevant topics in our field. Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch our episode premieres every Wednesday!
2023-03-1526 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 minAppraisal BuzzcastACTS Conference, with Joshua WalittIn this episode, our new host, Hal Humphreys, chats with Joshua Walitt about the Appraiser's Conference and Trade Show (ACTS) in Sacramento, CA, on April 1st-4th. You'll hear about events and networking opportunities at ACTS, the Appraiser Diversity Initiative, and attorney Peter Christensen's pre-conference bias and diversity sessions. ACTS is co-hosted by the National Association of Appraisers and Appraiser eLearning. Learn more at: https://www.appraisersconference.net/ Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with l...
2023-03-0824 minAppraisal BuzzcastAppraising High Value Properties, with Barry LebowTune in as Appraisal Buzzcast's new host, Hal Humphreys, chats with Barry Lebow, one of Canada's leading real estate personalities. First, we learn a little bit about Lebow's background and what he's experienced in his 55 years in the industry. Plus, we chat about alternative work opportunities, high-end property appraisals, the importance of mentorship, and more. And don't forget to listen until the end to find out our host's advice for our weekly anonymous appraiser question.Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host w...
2023-03-0132 minAppraisal BuzzcastReconsiderations of Value - with Anthony BlackburnAppraisal Buzzcast's new host, Hal Humphreys, chats with Anthony Blackburn about Reconsiderations of Value. First, we consider ways to avoid ROVs, and next, we discuss how to deal with ROVs when they are requested. We also talk about weed and value. Anonymous Appraiser asked us what to do if we run across marijuana in a home in a state where it is legal for recreational use. Email comments and/or ideas for future episodes to: comments@appraisalbuzz.com.At The Appraisal Buzzcast, we host weekly episodes with leaders and experts in the appraisal...
2023-02-2215 minThe Sound of PursuitInvestigating Civil CasesLawsuits are war. There's a lot of money at stake. These are often big, complex cases with a lot of moving parts, involving far-flung witnesses and deep-dive research. Pursuit editor Hal Humphreys and Boston PI John Nardizzi talk about how to work cases like toxic torts, harassment cases, medical malpractice, and wrongful death suits. Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") host The Sound of Pursuit podcast each week. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free on...
2023-02-1428 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 131 | Breaking News for Appraiser eLearning!We've got BIG news to share: Appraiser eLearning is growing. We've just acquired Valuation Expo and the Appraisal Buzz newsletter & podcast! We're still the same scrappy little company, but now we've got new ways to reach our community of appraisers with information, education, and networking opportunities. And we're thrilled to have the great team at Buzzcast joining forces with us. Join Bryan and his guests, AeL partners Jim McLeod and Hal Humphreys, to discuss what's on the horizon.* * * * * * * * * * * * *At Appraiser eLearning, we're here to help our fellow professionals. Our motto: Learn be...
2023-02-0824 min
Appraisal BuzzcastJoan Trice Passes the TorchTwo longtime institutions within the real estate appraisal industry – Valuation Expo and the Appraisal Buzz Newsletter & podcast, – have a new owner, effective today. Joan Trice, who created the two entities and has been a leader in this industry for the better part of three decades, has sold the two businesses to Appraiser eLearning (AEL), an education media publisher with its own growing presence in the industry. AEL is a subsidiary of StoryBoard EMP, whose CEO Jim McLeod negotiated the purchase, in collaboration with AEL officers Hal Humphreys and Bryan Reynolds. Under the new management team, the...
2023-02-0806 minThe Sound of PursuitP.I. Origin StoriesHal Humphreys and John Nardizzi share their origin stories — of how they found their calling as private investigators. Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") host The Sound of Pursuit podcast each week. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free online magazine for private investigators, explores all things investigative, from gumshoe techniques and surveillance tech to industry news and crime in media. PI Education, its sister brand, provides high-quality online continuing education for licensed PIs. Pursuit and...
2023-01-2630 minThe Sound of PursuitJunk ScienceBoston PI and author John Nardizzi and Pursuit editor Hal Humphreys chat about junk science — so-called forensic techniques that are based on little more than faith and hokum. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Hal Humphreys and John Nardizzi host The Sound of Pursuit podcast each week. Join us for the live broadcast on YouTube, or drop by any time and check out the recorded version.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free online magazine for private investigators, explores all things investigative, from gumshoe techniques an...
2023-01-1833 minThe Sound of Pursuit"The Menu" & the JoyHal Humphreys and John Nardizzi, a Boston-area investigator and author, reflect on work, joy, and the movie "The Menu." Sometimes the pressures to "succeed" in a career can make us forget the love that carried us into a calling in the first place. How can we find the joy again?* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free online magazine for private investigators, explores all things investigative, from gumshoe techniques and surveillance tech to industry news and crime in media. PI Education, its...
2023-01-1223 minThe Sound of PursuitLessons from 2022This week, in the void between holidays, Hal slows it down a notch and sums up a few takeaways from the year.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pursuit Magazine and PI Education are part of StoryboardEMP, a media and education company in Nashville, TN. Pursuit, a free online magazine for private investigators, explores all things investigative, from gumshoe techniques and surveillance tech to industry news and crime in media. PI Education, its sister brand, provides online continuing education for licensed PIs. Pursuit and PIed are owned and edited by husband-wife team Hal Humphreys, a PI, and Kim Green, a writer and...
2022-12-2805 minThe Sound of PursuitGilbert King's "Bone Valley"Hal hosts author Gilbert King, whose Pulitzer Prize-winning book, Devil in the Grove, led to the exonerations of four Black men falsely accused of rape in 1949. King is also writer, producer, and host of "Bone Valley," a new true-crime podcast that uncovers astonishing details of the wrongful murder conviction of Leo Schofield — and evidence pointing to the real killer. It's riveting storytelling and dogged reporting — a powerful combination.King spoke with Hal about reinvestigating cold cases and what it means to him to illuminate injustice — on behalf of Schofield and many others.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Pursui...
2022-12-1432 min
Appraisal BuzzcastThe Gold Standard Appraisal ReportToday’s Buzzcast interview is with Hal Humphreys, Partner and Director of Education for Appraiser eLearning. We sat down with Hal and Joan Trice, Founder of Allterra Group, LLC, to discuss his upcoming CE panel at Valuation Expo, “Gold Standard Appraisal Report.” What is the “Gold Standard”? What will appraisers learn in this CE session? What role does social media play in this? These questions and much more will be answered between Hal and Joan as they dive into this subject. Have any comments or would you like to submit content of your own...
2022-07-0613 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Sound of Pursuit: Mike Spencer's Creative ObsessionsHal talks with Bay-Area PI Mike Spencer about his investigative podcast, “The Gary Murphy Assassination: A San Francisco Cold Case,” and how obsession fuels his creative work.
2021-02-1617 minThe Sound of PursuitMike Spencer's Creative ObsessionsHal talks with Bay-Area PI Mike Spencer about his podcast, “The Gary Murphy Assassination: A San Francisco Cold Case,” and how obsession fuels his creative work.Mike Spencer is a former crime-beat journalist who rinsed off the ink and turned his skills to private investigation in the 1990s. He’s also a writer, colleague, friend, and longtime contributor to Pursuit. In this episode, we’re asking him about obsession — how it can fuel good work but also erode your sanity. For Spencer, obsession drives his creative endeavors, as a writer and recently...
2021-02-1617 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Sound of Pursuit: Tyler Maroney's "The Modern Detective"Hal speaks with investigator and author Tyler Maroney about his new book, "The Modern Detective: How Corporate Intelligence Is Reshaping the World." A former journalist who reported for Fortune and other national publications, Maroney turned his reporting skills to private investigation. He joined Kroll in 2005 and later started his own firm, QRI, where he specializes in civil litigation and white-collar defense cases. "The Modern Detective," released on September 29, is Maroney's deep dive into the high-stakes world of global corporate investigations. Readers get to ride along on far-flung cases in the French Alps, Dubai, and Mombasa...
2020-11-0600 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Sound of Pursuit - How OSINT and Databases Work TogetherHal speaks with Steven Mason of Mason Investigative Solutions about how he integrates an arsenal of OSINT techniques and databases like idiCORE into his investigative practice. And he shares an illuminating story about how all those tools came together to solve a tragic hit-and-run case.Bit thanks to Steve and to our October sponsor, idiCORE.
2020-10-1400 minThe Sound of PursuitThe Sound of Pursuit - OSINT: Thinking Beyond the InternetHal talks OSINT with David P. Weber, a CFE, licensed attorney, and private investigator with decades of investigative experience, including as the SEC's chief investigator. Most recently, Weber is a clinical assistant professor of accounting in the Fraud and Forensic Accounting Certificate Program at the Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University. Weber shares thrilling OSINT field tales from his many years of fraud investigations. Hear how a visit to the library helped him connect a Russian violinist's suspiciously large bank account to Vladimir Putin in the now-famous Panama Papers investigation. Hear also how Weber turned to...
2020-10-0800 min
#LawyeredHal Humpheys, Private Eye . . . the scandalous, dangerous, and misunderstood world of Private Investigators | Episode 19Guest Hal Humphreys is the founder of Find Investigations in Nashville Tennessee and has over 30 years of experience in the private investigation business. Hal walks the A Team through the myths of the industry, comical encounters in his career, and lays out how an effective private investigator can actually help your case. Hal is also the founder of PI Education, a company delivering PI training, and cohosts the podcast Taking The P.I.S., a show focused on diving into the criminal defense world in a profane, irreverent, and snarky way. Learn more at findinvestigations.com...
2020-09-2438 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 40 | Bryan Reynolds and COVID19I had a bit of a difficult time with this podcast. We like to think we're invincible, immune, unaffected, but that's silly. We are, at the end of the day, all vulnerable. This chat with my long time friend and partner, Bryan Reynolds, brought that realization home, in stark reality and made it tangible and personal.People, we damn near lost Bryan. Please give this podcast a listen. I've posted it here, largely unedited. This podcast is the epitome of authentic. Hal HumphreysPartner Appraiser eLearning
2020-04-0731 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 16 07012019What do you do with a flying saucer? How do you even begin to measure a flying saucer. How do you handle unique properties? Melissa Bond, appraiser and educator from Mississippi, joins guest host Hal Humphreys to chat about best practices for appraising unique properties. Why you might consider taking that one off assignment and develop a niche for unique homes.
2019-07-0115 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 15 06242019In which guest host Hal Humphreys chats with Melissa Bond, appraiser and educator from the deep south in Mississippi. We're talking today about appraiser safety. We're out there in the field every day, inspecting, measuring, interacting with property owners. Sometimes those property owners are not happy to see us. In this episode, Melissa shares some best practices for safety.
2019-06-2416 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 13 05152019In which Bryan Reynolds chats with Hal Humphreys about investigations. Hal is a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser. He's investigated hundreds of cases. Find out what he has to say about what to do if you end up under investigation.
2019-05-1618 minThe Appraisal Update: The Official Podcast of Appraiser eLearningThe Appraisal Update - Episode 2 - 02118019In which Bryan Reynolds talks about basements. Can you trust the homeowner? Hal Humphreys here. Along with Bryan Reynolds, I produce this podcast and help with educational development here at Appraiser eLearning. I once had a basement issue with a house that I owned. I sold my first home in Green Hills in Nashville several years ago. An agent wanted to show the house to her client and scheduled a showing on a weekend. It had rained - a lot - the previous week, like several nights in a row. The basement leaked, normal for th...
2019-02-1806 min
Hey Human PodcastHal Humphreys: It’s Not the Size of the DogE7 – Private Eye human Hal Humphreys is owner of/lead investigator at FIND Investigations. Hal talks about the work he does with defense cases, his pursuit of truth and how sometimes an old adage may come in handy. (1:09:00) For More Information visit: HeyHumanpodcast.com
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Movers & ThinkersHow Professional Investigators Get The FactsWhen there’s trouble, these people are called to figure it out. They are investigators, tasked with tracking down what’s causing a problem, who knows about it and how to fix it. Featuring Hal Humphreys, Anita Wadhwani and Marion Kainer.
2016-02-1925 minThe Sound of PursuitFamily SecretsThis episode explores the things we hide from the people we love most, when the truth is too terrible to bear.Everybody lies. We lie to protect people from painful truths and to preserve the family name. We lie about affairs, flirtations, and addictions. Sometimes, we even lie to ourselves.In this episode, we’ll hear two stories about family secrets—and the blurry line between deception and delusion: An alcoholic conceals his addiction from everyone, including himself. And Ann Walling recalls her old-school Southern family, the rites and hierarchies they observed, and the...
2015-04-1214 minThe Sound of PursuitConnections and Distractions5 Stories about Life and Love, Human Connection and Extracurricular Romance, and One Super-Sad Surveillance JobSometimes connections can feel tenuous. It takes effort to keep the signal strong. The relationship can get lost in the white noise of day-to-day. Distractions sometimes lead to new connections, and connections, even the strongest of family connections, can sometimes lead to distraction.As professional investigators, we deal in connections. But in the realm of human relationships, where real connections are as likely to be perceived as real, connections and distractions unfurl in real time—that is, if yo...
2015-02-0419 minThe Sound of PursuitSmall-Town Sting OperationAt a live storytelling event in Nashville, private investigator Hal Humphreys tells his story of a stolen-goods sting operation gone right, then wrong, then right.Thanks to Jakob Lewis and the Neighbors Podcast for collaborating on this episode.
2014-11-2608 min
NeighborsLost and Found - Neighbors LiveNeighbors is once again live from my back yard. 10 storytellers poured their hearts out. 5 of them are featured in this episode. In this Episode: Blake Farmer, reporter at WPLN in Nashville, tells a story of being a rockstar in the Phillipines. Hal Humphreys, private investigator, talks about what it feels like to lose your freedom. Tasha Lemley, co-founder of the street newspaper the Contributor, reminisces on an encounter with fame. Josh Spilker, writer and across the street neighbor from me, reads from his ebook about our neighborhood.
2014-09-2536 min
NeighborsLost and Found - Neighbors LiveNeighbors is once again live from my backyard. 10 storytellers poured their hearts out. 5 of them are featured in this episode. In this episode: Blake Farmer, reporter at WPLN in Nashville, tells a story of being a rockstar in the Philippines. Hal Humphreys, private investigator, talks about what it feels like to lose your freedom. Tasha Lemley, co-founder of the street newspaper The Contributor, reminisces about an encounter with fame. Josh Spilker, writer and across-the-street neighbor from me, reads from his e-book about our neighborhood.
2014-09-2500 minThe Sound of PursuitA Matter of FactWe sent producer Jakob Lewis in search of the facts behind fact-checking. He discovered how high the stakes can be when we confuse fact with faith.Editors and publishing houses, investigators and police detectives—we all get the facts wrong sometimes. Even professionals ignore facts and hold onto tidy lies, for all sorts of reasons: To close a high-pressure case. To make the client happy. Or to make a good story a little bit sexier. In this episode, producer Jakob Lewis explores what it takes to resist those temptations and get the facts str...
2014-09-1719 minThe Sound of PursuitSpencer for HireAs PIs, we all have our greatest hits—tales we tell over and over. Mike Spencer's craziest go-to story has all the elements: Paranoia. Porn. Aliases. Bodily fluids. You get the picture.Pursuit editor Kim Green met Spencer, an ex-journo veteran Bay-Area investigator, in San Francisco’s Mission District in 2014. He kindly agreed to share a few tales from his “Best Of” list.Host: Hal HumphreysMusic provided by Jason White (who composed our theme) and Headmint, “Music for Corporations.”Special thanks to Mike Spencer...
2014-08-1109 minThe Sound of PursuitCell Phone Pinging and TriangulationIn the summer of 2008, the original editor of Pursuit Magazine posted an article with the following headline: “Locating Mobile Phones Through Pinging and Triangulation.” That is, finding someone you’re looking for by turning that person’s cell phone into a kind of homing device.Over the years, that article set a record for the most hits of any PursuitMag story ever...and it's still getting lots of hits to this day—apparently, because a whole lot of people type "cell phone pinging" into Google search. People really want to know if this is possible, and if so, how to...
2014-07-2125 minThe Sound of PursuitLand of the LostIn this episode, we explore how investigators search for people who've gone missing. You’ll hear about people lost and found: a Father’s Day story about a long-lost dad, a reporter’s tale of chasing a Dark Web black marketeer’s trail, and the incredible secrets of how big data aggregators work.Sponsored by TransUnion | TLOHost: Hal HumphreysMusic provided by Jason White (who composed our theme), Lullatone, Sabzi, and Headmint.Speci...
2014-06-1629 minThe Sound of PursuitRight and WrongIn sxn 1 ep 2, we profile Norma Tillman, a private investigator who specializes in finding people—without resorting to lies or trickery.When Norma Tillman started her career in law enforcement, she had to learn fast how to play up her advantages. At 5’2″, she’d never be as physically strong as most of her male colleagues. But she had mad skills: Diplomacy. Tenacity. Smarts. And a healthy self-esteem that valued team play over competition. In a word, she knew how to make allies.Host: Hal HumphreysMusic provided by Jason White (who...
2014-06-0806 minThe Sound of PursuitPI PerceptionsIn our first-ever Sound of Pursuit podcast, we dig into the myths and misconceptions surrounding private eyes, then peel back the curtain to offer a glimpse into the real lives of professional investigators. Our team: Jim McLeod, Hal Humphreys, Kim Green, Stephanie Mitchell, Doug Hayes, Ruben RoelThanks to Brian Willingham, Kelly Paxton, Eli Rosenblatt, and Joe Stiles.Music provided by Jason White (who composed our theme) and Financier.Special thanks to radio producer Daniel Potter and...
2014-03-1923 min