
Appraisal Buzzcast
Get all the news you need to know from the real estate appraisal industry with the latest Appraisal Buzzcast.
Episodes
237 episodes
Case Dismissed: Lawsuits and Liability for Appraisers
The legal landscape for appraisers is shifting—and fast. With lawsuits on the rise, today’s episode dives into what every appraiser needs to know. Host Hal Humphreys is joined by Isaac Peck, President of OREP Insurance, who recently published a...
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Episode 233
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15:46

Is This the End of Traditional Appraising?
Today, we’re digging into one of the hottest debates in the valuation world: is the appraisal clipboard officially dead? Host Hal Humphreys welcomes back Tony Pistilli—our very first Buzzcast guest ever—to talk about his recent article...
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Season 1
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Episode 233
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16:07

Keeping the Human Element in Big Data
This week on the Buzzcast, we're giving you a sneak peek at what’s in store for this year’s Valuation Expo — including a big announcement about our keynote speaker! Hal sits down with Tricia Wang, tech ethnographer and TED Talk alum, to talk al...
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Season 1
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Episode 232
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26:51

What does the new UAD look like for appraisal software?
We're diving into one of the biggest updates coming to the appraisal industry—Fannie Mae’s new Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD). Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys are joined by Kim Angellone, who’s been at the forefront of this major transition. Wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 231
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29:45

How to Commit Mortgage Fraud: A Cautionary Tale
How 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 mora...
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Season 1
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Episode 230
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42:16

Inside the New UAD: What Lenders Need to Know
On this episode of Appraisal Buzzcast, Hal Humphreys is joined by Ronyelle Banks, the expert leading the charge on the new Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD). With limited production kicking off this September, lenders and appraisers alike need to...
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Season 1
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Episode 229
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21:09

Buzzy Awards 2025: Mentor of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers, firms, and others in the industry from around the country. In this special episode, we’re celebrating the winner o...
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Season 1
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Episode 228
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30:26

Opening Doors: A Trailblazer’s Path and Vision for the Industry
In this episode, Hal welcomes Joni Pilgrim, Co-founder of Nationwide Appraisal Network. Joni shares her unique journey into the appraisal industry and offers insights for newcomers looking to break in. We also chat about the importance of suppo...
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Season 1
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Episode 227
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38:32

Embracing Change in Appraisal Tech
In this episode, Hal welcomes a long-time friend and first-time guest, Andy Arledge—founder of Freedom Appraise. Andy’s a familiar face in the conference world, and with speaking gigs lined up at ATA and the Appraisal Summit, we knew it was tim...
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Season 1
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Episode 226
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24:08

Buzzy Awards 2025: Rising Star of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers and firms and others in the industry from around the country. In this episode, we’re rolling out the red carpet for...
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Season 1
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Episode 225
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24:42

Preparing for the New URAR
Jim Morrison and Hal Humphreys are back with fan-favorite Joel Baker from Totality (formerly CoreLogic) to dive into the upcoming UAD 3.6 changes and what they mean for appraisers. Listen in to hear what’s changing, how it’ll impact your workfl...
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Episode 223
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38:38

A New Era for Appraisals: Understanding the New URAR
In this episode, Jim, Hal, and special guest Jared Preisler dive into the brand-new URAR and what it means for appraisers. From market analysis to the sales comparison approach, we're breaking down how appraisals are evolving (and why it's not ...
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Season 1
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Episode 224
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24:13

Buzzy Awards 2025: Instructor of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers and firms and others in the industry from around the country.In this episode, host Hal Humphreys chats with...
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Season 1
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Episode 222
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17:30

Is There Ever a RIGHT Time for a Trainee?
In this episode, we’re talking trainees — when to bring one on and why a slower market might actually be the perfect time to do it. Jim and Hal are joined by first-time guest Becky Johnson, founder of the popular Facebook group Appraiser Tr...
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Season 1
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Episode 221
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29:59

Inside the Numbers: What ASC Data Tells Us About the Appraisal Profession
Data nerds get ready! Today, Hal and Jim are joined by Chase Pursley, founder of Appraisal Inbox and JobsinAppraisal.com, who recently took a deep dive into Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) data. We’re talking demographics, licensing trends, and th...
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Season 1
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Episode 220
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41:46

Buzzy Awards 2025: Content Creator of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers and firms and others in the industry from around the country.In this episode, host Hal Humphreys chat...
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Season 1
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Episode 219
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23:04

AVMs and the AI Hype: Keeping Appraisers at the Center of Valuation
In this episode, we sit down with Paul Chandler, a leading voice in the appraisal industry. As President of the Northern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute and Chair of the Industry Advisory Council for the Appraisal Foundation, Paul...
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Season 1
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Episode 218
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36:44

UAD Updates & Industry Impact
Big changes are on the horizon! In this episode, we’re diving into the upcoming UAD updates and what they mean for the industry. And who better to break it all down than the newest Valuation Visionary, Liz Green? We’ll discuss the road ahead, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 217
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36:29

Buzzy Awards 2025: Appraisal Software of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers and firms and others in the industry from around the country. In this episode, we sit down with our Buzzy Award win...
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Episode 216
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20:03

ACTS 2025 Sneak Peek: UAD Updates, Off-Site Events & Networking Like Never Before
It’s March, and while everyone’s gearing up for March Madness, we’re switching things up! No guest today—just Jim and Hal breaking down everything you need to know about ACTS 2025 in San Antonio, TX (April 4th-9th for the full event, April 6...
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Season 1
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Episode 215
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22:05

The Climate Crisis and Real Estate: How Natural Disasters Are Changing Property Values
Natural disasters are reshaping the housing market—so what does that mean for appraisers, lenders, and homeowners? In this episode, we dive into the growing risks posed by wildfires, hurricanes, and floods, and how these extreme events are impa...
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Season 1
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Episode 214
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40:34

Buzzy Awards 2025: Lender of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. We wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers and firms and others in the industry from around the country. In this episode, we sit down with our Buzzy Award ...
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Season 1
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Episode 213
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22:01

Inside the ASC: The Evolution & Future of Appraisals
The Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) plays a crucial role in overseeing the real estate appraisal profession, but how has it evolved over the years, and where is it headed next? In this episode, we sit down with Jim Park, former Execu...
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Episode 212
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35:55

Buzzy Awards 2025: Appraisal Firm of the Year
Last fall, we put out a call for nominations for our first inaugural Buzzy Awards. This was the brainchild of Jim Morrison, the producer of this podcast. Jim wanted to recognize outstanding appraisers and firms around the country.
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Season 1
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Episode 208
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21:29

On the New Time Adjustment Requirements
If you’ve completed an appraisal in the past week, you'll want to hear this. The GSEs' new time adjustment requirements went into effect on February 4th, and they come with some major changes for appraisers. To break it all down, we’ve brought ...
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Episode 211
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24:39
