How to Position Your Appraisal Business for Sale

How to Position Your Appraisal Business for Sale

So you’re looking to sell your appraisal company. You may be coming close to retirement age or have found you would like to shift into a different career arena. Several small business owners consider their retirement plans to include a transition or sale of their...
The Pros & Cons Of A 1 Man Shop V. Team

The Pros & Cons Of A 1 Man Shop V. Team

In any business, working in a team is seen as a benefit. It is easy for all of us to charge forward and take control, but how much is the “lone wolf” mentality actually hurting you and your appraisal process? Similar to a dentist’s office, an efficient team can...
Biggest Career Obstacles for Commercial Appraisers

Biggest Career Obstacles for Commercial Appraisers

As a commercial appraiser, you are essentially solving a new puzzle every day; no day is the same as the last. However, it is immensely rewarding to find a job where you feel like you fit— and if you are a true logic sherlock, maybe commercial appraisal is right for...
Job Gains Surge then Slow, But Recovery Moves Onward

Job Gains Surge then Slow, But Recovery Moves Onward

The rebound is still strong, but the downturn was so large that even small bumps in the road can seem dangerous. Hospitality, government, retail, business services, and healthcare are seeing the most growth following the outbreak. And even though new Labor Department...
The Scramble

The Scramble

I’ve always admired people who are always on time. Unfortunately, I’m not one of them. Call it the distractions of the day, smartphones, smartwatches, chimes, alerts, news feeds—and let’s not even talk about emails— everything is fighting for our attention. The...