AppraiserCAST

The Appraisal Institute presents AppraiserCAST, a series of podcasts for members and others who want to hear from the best and brightest in appraisal and valuation. AppraiserCAST programs tap the expertise of our members, who share their knowledge of and passion for the profession.

What are “podcasts,” or what we’re calling AppraiserCASTs?
Podcasts are online audio programs that you can download to your personal computer or to portable devices such as the Apple iPod and other MP3 players. Think of them as on-demand shows that you can listen to at your leisure — pretty much anytime, anywhere.

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AppraiserCAST Episode 7 October, 2008 Real Estate Damages, with Randall Bell, MAI Most appraisers are asked at some point in their careers to appraise property subject to detrimental conditions. Anyone engaged in valuing these damaged properties can solve these complex valuation problems by applying fundamental economic principles and innovative valuation techniques. Listen as Randall Bell, MAI, and author of Real Estate Damages: Applied Economics and Detrimental Conditions, second edition, shares his insight on these complex valuation situations and highlights the latest edition release of a key resource for real estate professionals. 10:46 | Listen Now

AppraiserCAST Episode 6 September, 2008 Appraising in Difficult Market Conditions, with Mark R. Rattermann, MAI, SRA, and Mark V. Smeltzer, SRA Appraising in today’s difficult market conditions poses many challenges to appraisers. Listen to two Appraisal Institute instructors as they share their insight and offer guidance on this topic. Mark R. Rattermann, MAI, SRA (right), discusses completing appraisal work in markets where property values are declining, as seen today in many areas of the country. Mark V. Smeltzer, SRA (left), talks about appraising properties that are in, or entering, foreclosure. 17:09 | Listen Now

AppraiserCAST Episode 5 August, 2008 Home Valuation Code of Conduct Update, with Bill Garber, Director of Government and External Relations, Appraisal Institute Since the April 2008 comment period, what is happening with the pending Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC)? Listen as Bill Garber, Director of Government and External Relations for the Appraisal Institute, provides an update on the Appraisal Institute’s take on the HVCC and recent legislative efforts surrounding this issue. Garber also discusses the landmark agreement that resulted in the creation of the HVCC and how appraisers can prepare for its implementation. 15:11 | Listen Now

AppraiserCAST Episode 4 June, 2008 Valuation for Financial Reporting, with Joseph J. Vella, CRE, FRICS, MAI Would you like to learn more about Valuation for Financial Reporting and what this important and growing area of appraisal practice might mean for your own business? Produced in conjunction with the Appraisal Institute’s Valuation and Litigation Services Shared Interest Group, this timely podcast explains VFR, the role appraisers play in the process and how employing VFR standards, principles and methodologies may impact liability for valuation professionals. 14:09 | Listen Now

AppraiserCAST Episode 3 April, 2008 Expanding Your Career Horizons, with Tom Dorsey, MAI, SRA An informative discussion for real estate appraisers who may want to leverage their skills and experience into other areas of appraisal or explore new career paths into related fields. Tom Dorsey, MAI, SRA, and Senior Vice President in the Corporate Real Estate Division at Wachovia Corporation, offers insight into the broad spectrum of career options open to real estate appraisers and gives specific advice for professionals looking to expand their horizons. 16:40 | Listen Now

AppraiserCAST Episode 2 October, 2007 Green Buildings: An Appraiser's Perspective, with Theddi Wright Chappell, MAI What’s the true definition of “green” buildings and sustainability – and how does the “green” movement impact appraisals and the valuation process? Tune in as Theddi Wright Chappell, MAI, shares her expertise on green buildings and highlights the latest developments affecting real estate appraisers. 13:51 | Listen Now

AppraiserCAST Episode 1 August, 2007 Federal Government Contract Work, with Kathleen Holmes, MAI Federal entities require appraisals for diverse uses—acquisition, eminent domain, lease, exchange and auction—and of full- and partial-interest estates. Kathleen Holmes, MAI, tells appraisers where they can find those assignments and how they can get them. 08:56  |  Listen Now