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Hog Wild Appraisal Problems

International Society of Appraisers

3/2/2024 12:00:00 AM Yesterday I received the following voicemail message: “Potential Client calling from Nashville Suburb. That made the scope of work different, and perhaps the competency requirement? I have a hundred-thousand-dollar hog I need appraised for insurance purposes. Could I become competent? Phone a friend?

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

Yes, the 2024 edition is the most current version of USPAP. We will be using the 2024 Edition until a new edition comes out. You do not write it as “2024-2025 USPAP” – it’s just 2024 Edition. Talk to your client to identify the scope of work.

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ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry - Untitled Article

ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry

I will guide participants through problem identification and scope of work requirements specific to insurance appraisals, where the goal of the appraiser remains the same ever: credible results. In these situations, hypothetical conditions may be necessary. Looking for a deeper dive into this topic?

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Sculptures, Googly Eyes, In-Person Inspection and USPAP

International Society of Appraisers

A part of this certification asks you to state whether you have (or have not) made an in-person inspection of the property that you’ve been asked to appraise as part of the scope of work for the assignment. Did you do an “in-person” inspection for the December 2024 project? The answer is still no.